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Is This for Kids?

Welcome to the "Is THIS for Kids?" podcast, your go-to spot for navigating the wild world of parenting in the digital age. We're here to chat about everything from movies to money matters, online content to tricky topics like consent. Our goal? To help you decide when to shelter your kids and when to shepherd them through the chaos. Join us for some fun real talk and let’s figure out together: Is THIS for Kids?

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    Episode 84 - Just How Important Is It to Read to Your Kids?

    Katie and Jon Discuss the numerous benefits of reading regularly to your kids as well as some of their favorite choices!

  2. 64

    Episode 83 - This Generation's Space Jam?

    Jon and Katie Talk GOAT and Hoppers, with mixed opinions on the latter both can agree the former is a great movie for the family!

  3. 63

    Episode 82 - Project Hail Mary Is Incredible!

    Katie and Jon Talk about their favorite film of the year so far- "Project Hail Mary" Discussing the potential catholic connections. As well as discussing another film also based off an Andy Weir book 2015's The Martian.

  4. 62

    How to Decide What Activities Your Kid Should Do!

    It can be incredibly hard to balance your family's schedules around faith, family, school, friends and much more. Jon and Katie have some suggestions for how to manage what your kids are doing, as well as some situations to be careful of!

  5. 61

    Itfk Parents Special, What to Watch for Date Night!

    Mercy starring Chris Pratt and Solo Mio starring Kevin James are the topic for the day! One left Jon and Katie much more impressed then the other! Watch the whole episode to find out why.

  6. 60

    Are Modern Day Parenting Cartoons Making a Comeback?

    There are so many cartoons pushing a political ideology, but its almost always a left of center. Is there anything out there for kids who lean right? Jon and Katie talk Tuttle Twins and Great Battles for Boys.

  7. 59

    Formula 1 2026 Season Is Underway - Is It for Kids?

    Becoming one of the fastest growing sports in the US, F1 has taken over Lego and Netflix but is the sport ok for kids? Is Drive to Survive friendly for the youths? What about the F1 movie?

  8. 58

    Why Netflix Keeps Trying to Make Casual Relationships Seem Okay?

    Jon and Katie Discuss Netflix's People We Meet on Vacation and My life With the Walter Boys. Both show good examples of how modern media is desensitizing people to casual relationships.

  9. 57

    Christian Kids Movies Are Making a Comeback!

    Does the animated film on David and Goliath signal a new era in Christian movie-making? Maybe, but Jon says it may not be right for the youngest kids.

  10. 56

    This Movie Switched Its Entire Premise mid Production... Did It Work?

    Despite some wokeness, two movies get an approval from both hosts. Jon and Katie break down what's appropriate for kids in A Minecraft Movie and Elio.

  11. 55

    How Sports Betting Is Taking Over Modern TV

    With all the money being poured into sporting events these days, it's no surprise that sports gambling is something Catholic parents are worried about.

  12. 54

    Looking for a New Series for Your Kids?

    Our hosts find child-friendly reading in the Green Ember series of fantasy books, and discover a great new "first game" that will entertain your kids.

  13. 53

    Games That Used to Be Fine for Kids Are Changing Every Day.

    Fortnite used to be a very safe game for kids to play, but watch out for the new modes and features that may make the game inappropriate for all ages.

  14. 52

    Disney Throwbacks, Do You Remember the Messages in These Movies?

    Jon & Katie provide an age rating for the kind of movies kids should watch, and discuss what may be one of Disney's only fully appropriate kids films.

  15. 51

    What Parents Need to See for Modern Media

    A dangerous reality exists in the media these days. Katie and Jon share their experiences and advice for how to navigate parenting in the digital age.

  16. 50

    2025 Had Some Great Movies, These Are Our Favs.

    In a great year for movies, Jon and Katie discuss what films they saw this past summer, and which kid-friendly ones are appropriate for them to watch.

  17. 49

    Screen Time & Travel Tips

    Our hosts have timely tips to help parents set an example for their kids by putting phones away, being present and engaging in non-digital activities.

  18. 48

    The War of the Rohirrim & Mary

    Our hosts recommend caution when viewing two movies with Catholic themes, the latest “Lord of the Rings” film and Netflix’s movie on the life of Mary.

  19. 47

    The Little Mermaid and the Great Mouse Detective

    Explore the unexpected Catholic themes on marriage and good vs. evil in 2 animated Disney classics, The Little Mermaid and The Great Mouse Detective.

  20. 46

    Netflix & Prime Video

    Jonathan and Katie are scouring the streaming services to find the best shows for kids. Today they search Netflix and Prime for family-friendly picks.

  21. 45

    Beast Games & Dog Man

    Before you binge-watch Beast Games, the new Amazon Prime saga, hear what our hosts have to say. And see why they disagree on the kids' movie Dog Man.

  22. 44

    How Media Has Changed Since the 90's & the P*Rn Epidemic

    Jonathan & Katie talk about 2 subjects that are definitely not for kids - the porn epidemic and how the media for children has changed since the 90’s.

  23. 43

    Andrew Tate & Top 5 Toys for Kids Under 5

    Learn about online influencer Andrew Tate’s influence on your kids, and discover toys that encourage their imagination by engaging both body and mind.

  24. 42

    Mufasa & Sonic 3

    Our hosts review 2 new kids movies and have lots of questions. Will kids even like Mufasa? Will they be turned off by the harmless drivel of Sonic 3?

  25. 41

    5 Movies to Avoid & 5 Movies With Parental Heroes

    Learn about 5 movies that depict parents as proper role models and 5 more that should be avoided because their themes run counter to Catholic beliefs.

  26. 40

    Moana 2 & Top 5 Worst Kids Movies of All Time

    Our hosts review the new movie Moana 2, and compare it to other Disney sequels. And they'll reveal their list of the 5 worst kids movies of all time.

  27. 39

    Red One & the Best Christmas Pageant Ever

    See why the blockbuster hit, Red One, wasn't intended as a kids' movie, while The Best Christmas Ever truly captures the meaning of Christmas.

  28. 38

    Top Christmas Movies & Wicked

    Jon & Katie share their favorite Christmas movies for kids and explore the themes behind the big screen adaptation of the hit Broadway musical Wicked.

  29. 37

    Gracie & Pedro: Pets to the Rescue & Teen Rebellion

    Our hosts review an animated adventure for kids with tons of charm and recommend five movies that explore aspects of teen rebellion in a healthy way.

  30. 36

    Top 5 Video Games & Top 5 Girl Movies

    Katie lists her top 5 movies for young girls, while Jonathan shares his favorite video games for kids under 10, including some with episodes on EWTN.

  31. 35

    Edpisode 51 - Hitpig! & Here

    'Hitpig!" is an animated comedy film younger audiences will thoroughly enjoy, while "Here" explores adult themes kids can have difficulty relating to.

  32. 34

    Venom and Conclave & Receiver

    Our hosts review the movies "Venom: The Last Dance" and "Conclave" and the TV series "Receiver" to determine their suitability for younger audiences.

  33. 33

    Joker: Folie À Deux & Piece by Piece

    The new Joker movie is dark, gritty and intense, so think twice before allowing teens to watch. A safer bet is the delightful animated Piece By Piece.

  34. 32

    The Wild Robot & Transformers One

    The Wild Robot is a great movie for kids about nature, technology, and emotional resilience, but do the same themes work in the new Transformers movie?

  35. 31

    Do Revenge & You Are so Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah

    Two comedies, one dark and the other one lighthearted, offer some interesting life lessons that parents can watch and discuss with their teenage kids.

  36. 30

    Beetlejuicebeetlejuice & Monstersummer

    Teenagers will love the quirky fun of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Monster Summer, but parents need to know where to draw the line with younger kids.

  37. 29

    Episode 43 - Fantasy Football & Borderlands Movie

    Fantasy Football leagues boost sports knowledge for kids, but what are the drawbacks? And we review the action & mature humor of the Borderlands movie.

  38. 28

    Call of Duty and League of Legends

    Our hosts discuss two wildly popular video games, Call of Duty and League of Legends, analyzing content, gameplay, and potential concerns for parents.

  39. 27

    Goosebumps and Five Nights at Freddy's

    Films can be traumatic when kids can’t discern fact from fantasy. Do Goosebumps and Five Nights at Freddy's get a passing grade on the spooky scale?

  40. 26

    Star Wars

    Take an epic journey through the Star Wars movie franchise as Jonathan and Katie channel the Force to make recommendations on what kids shouldn’t see.

  41. 25

    The Princess Bride and Mrs. Doubtfire

    Classic family films like The Princess Bride and Mrs. Doubtfire deliver laughs, but parents should exercise caution before letting little ones watch.

  42. 24

    Boy Meets World and Stranger Things

    A look at two beloved TV series from different eras. Our intrepid hosts explore the pros and cons of recommending Boy Meets World and Stranger Things.

  43. 23

    Paw Patrol

    The popular series PAW Patrol has entertained kids for over a decade, but are there themes and storylines that are inappropriate for younger children?

  44. 22

    Captain America and Paddington

    Discover what ages are appropriate for the upcoming Captain America movie and see how a new film, Paddington in Peru, offers magic without the fluff.

  45. 21

    Agatha All Along & Jurassic Park

    Our hosts review the magic-heavy content of Agatha All Along and the timeless adventure movie Jurassic Park see if they're too intense for kids.

  46. 20

    Tiktok & Greenlight

    Our hosts give parents the inside scoop on social media giant TikTok, and suggest the movies, shows and podcasts they can let kids watch on their own.

  47. 19

    It Ends With Us & Trap

    Our team reviews “It Ends With Us” and “Trap” to see if complex relationships, life choices, action and psychological drama are suitable for teens.

  48. 18

    Twisters and Despicable Me 4

    Jonathan and Katie explore whether Twisters is too intense for children and whether Despicable Me 4 still delivers the heartwarming humor fans expect.

  49. 17

    Episoed 42- Instagram

    A look at Instagram's features, benefits and the huge challenges parents face in monitoring their teen's usage of this popular social media platform.

  50. 16

    Thelma the Unicorn and Twitch

    After reviewing the whimsical story of Thelma the Unicorn, our hosts discuss parental concerns for kids and teens using the messaging platform Twitch.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the "Is THIS for Kids?" podcast, your go-to spot for navigating the wild world of parenting in the digital age. We're here to chat about everything from movies to money matters, online content to tricky topics like consent. Our goal? To help you decide when to shelter your kids and when to shepherd them through the chaos. Join us for some fun real talk and let’s figure out together: Is THIS for Kids?

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Welcome to the "Is THIS for Kids?" podcast, your go-to spot for navigating the wild world of parenting in the digital age. We're here to chat about everything from movies to money matters, online content to tricky topics like consent. Our goal? To help you decide when to shelter your kids and when...

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