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Take a minute to hear a family-friendly review of the hottest movie, YouTube video, streaming series, video game, or new technology to help you decide if it’s a good choice for your kids and family. Hosted by Focus on the Family’s media and culture analysts, these reviews for parents offer a fresh Christian perspective on entertainment from a Biblical worldview.
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SiYP- Deepfakes
5/13/2026
Laws might make it harder for AI deepfakes to harm innocents, but we should still talk to our kids about potential dangers.
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Culture Remix: Koo Koo
5/12/2026
"Koo Koo’ is a band that makes goofy music sure to get kids dancing—with a couple of minor concerns to think through.
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Movie Review: Solo Mio
5/11/2026
‘Solo Mio’ keeps its heart warm and its nose (mostly) clean. And it reminds us that disappointment can lead to unexpected joy.
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Movie Review: The Sheep Detectives
5/8/2026
‘The Sheep Detectives’ is funny and sweet, slapstick and tender, and a whole lot better than spending your evening scrolling through EweTube.
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TV Review: Virgin River
5/7/2026
This show has become a sensation on Netflix—and it’s cleaner than some. But before you walk into this small town, know that not everything is fit for families.
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SiYP- AI Makes Us Socially Stupid
5/6/2026
Sycophantic AI chatbots tend to validate bad behaviors.
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Culture Remix: The Aftermyth
5/5/2026
Penelope is perfectly prepared for her time at the myth- and magic-based Anaximander’s Academy. But sometimes plans don’t go to plan.
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Movie Review: GOAT
5/4/2026
In ‘GOAT,’ a skinny goat gets a shot at the big leagues. He must build a winning team while trying to keep from being sat on—or eaten.
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Movie Review: The Devil Wears Prada 2
5/1/2026
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ isn’t as clever or biting as the original, and there’s some harsh language. But for mature viewers, it could be a nostalgic romp.
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TV Review: Young Sherlock
4/30/2026
It may suffer from an identity crisis, but Young Sherlock is still much cleaner than other recent interpretations of the iconic detective.
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SiYP: Parents Model Digital Literacy
4/29/2026
Parental controls can help curb screen time when kids are little, but new research says digital literacy is far more successful over their lifetimes.
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Culture Remix: Crimson Desert
4/28/2026
This new adventure title feels familiar, strange, ambitious, grinding, beautiful, bloody and foul. All at the same time.
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Movie Review: A Dog's Way Home
4/27/2026
The human-like doggy hero at this family film's core is easy to care about and root for.
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Movie Review: Michael
4/24/2026
‘Michael’ covers Michael Jackson’s rise to superstardom with much more style than substance—and a few content issues, too.
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Tv Review: Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord
4/23/2026
‘Maul – Shadow Lord’ is darker than previous animated Star Wars fare. It’s still clean, but it may be best suited for older viewers.
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SiYP: Instagram Warns Parents
4/22/2026
If a teenager repeatedly tries to search for terms related to suicide or self harm, Instagram will now notify parents.
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Culture Remix: BTS-Arirang
4/21/2026
After a brief hiatus, BTS re-establishes their place in global pop music while doubling down on troublesome relationship habits.
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Movie Review: Puss in Boots
4/20/2026
Is this Puss just a boot-marked Shrek prequel? Or is it a tabby of another color?
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Movie Review: Panda Plan 2: The Magical Tribe
4/17/2026
‘Panda Plan 2’ has a great message about family. But mystical elements, minor language and suggestive moments might give some families … paws.
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TV Review: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters
4/16/2026
As you might expect, prepare to see some giant monsters wipe out some tiny humans.
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