The Surprising Future of Family Friendly Content (with John, Paula and The Chosen’s Dallas Jenkins

The Paula Faris Show

One of our challenges as a family is finding really good programming that’s not only compelling, but it’s safe for us to watch with our whole crew. This is something we hear from a LOT of families. 

So, John and I invited Dallas Jenkins (Director/Creator) to the show to discuss our favorite holiday movies and family shows and why he’s saying, “He’s never seen anything like it” when it comes to the future of family-friendly programming. 

Happy Holidays, family.

Life Happens. Let’s Talk About It. 

Listen in to learn more: 

(03:34) Family-Friendly Entertainment Struggles

(10:55) Quality Content in Today's Society

(17:37) Accountability App - Covenant Eyes

(20:35) Faith Media Industry Growth and Opportunity

(30:31) Adapting Book to Film Techniques

(33:16) Theater Experience for Everyone

(37:19) Inspiration Behind TV Series 'The Chosen

SUMMARY: 

In this episode, we are diving into teenage date conversations, why it’s so difficult to find quality content for the whole family, being vigilant about protecting our kids from content they aren’t ready for, suggestions of shows and movies to watch as a family, and the (encouraging!) direction of family friendly and faith based content. 

PAULA’S PERSONAL NEWSLETTER

Paula’s Closet Sale, which benefits the BGCA–everything is 50% off! 

Dallas Jenkins - Instagram 

Movies and Shows we discussed on the podcast: 

HOLIDAY MOVIES:

It’s a Wonderful Life, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Elf, A Christmas Story, Home Alone, George C Scott's Christmas Carol, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Christmas Chronicles I and II, 

TEEN SHOWS:

Breaking Bad, Friday Night Lights (12+)

WHOLE FAMILY:

Paddington 1 & 2, Babe , Inside Out, Gravity Falls, The Chosen

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