VidCon Anaheim

John Green is the award-winning, #1 bestselling author of books including The Fault in Our Stars, Turtles All the Way Down, and The Anthropocene Reviewed. His books have received many accolades, including a Printz Medal, a Printz Honor, and an Edgar Award, and he has twice been a finalist for the LA Times Book Prize. With his brother, Hank, John has co-created many online video projects, including Vlogbrothers (youtube.com/vlogbrothers) and the educational channel Crash Course (youtube.com/crashcourse). John is currently involved in global tuberculosis activism and reducing maternal mortality in Sierra Leone; he serves on the Board of Trustees for Partners in Health. He lives with his family in Indianapolis, Indiana. You can visit John online at johngreenbooks.com.

Community Track

Living Legacies

Location: Discover Stage

Friday, June 28

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Tag: ASL & CART Services Available

Featuring: Joey Zehr, Mr. Kate, John Green and more

These veterans of the digital space have built thriving careers that have withstood the test of time. What’s their secret to longevity? Hear these OG creators reminisce on how they’ve adapted to the many shifts in the digital media landscape throughout the years while maintaining strong viewership and staying true to their brand.

Participants

Joey Zehr

President

Mr.Kate Inc

Mr. Kate

John Green

Zach Kornfeld (The Try Guys)

Mari Takahashi

MatPat

Stephanie Patrick

Industry Track

Influencing Impact: Can Creators Save the World?

Location: Ballroom AB

Friday, June 28

11:00 am - 11:30 am

Featuring: V Spehar (@underthedesknews), John Green, Amanda Silberling and more

As we navigate a complex social and political environment, it's crucial to acknowledge the influential power — and responsibility — of creators in shaping public discourse and values. From fighting dis/misinformation, to increasing voter turnout and driving change when it comes to important social and cultural issues, these creators are using their platforms to fight injustice and build a better world. Discover how they are translating influence into impact, educating their audiences, and ultimately inspiring action and meaningful change.

Participants

V Spehar (@underthedesknews)

John Green

Amanda Silberling

Senior Culture Writer

TechCrunch

Timm Chiusano

Creator Track

A Crash Course on Hank & John Green

Location: Room 204

Friday, June 28

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm

Featuring: Hank Green, John Green, Nathan Graber-Lipperman

You'd be forgiven if you forgot all of the things John and Hank Green have done over the last two decades. Between building Complexly, publishing nine books combined, and yes, starting VidCon, the history of the Vlogbrothers has been an odyssey in and of itself. Therefore, in typical Crash Course fashion, we'll pack a lot of that history into this fireside conversation — getting John and Hank's perspective on the impact of Crash Course as it nears 2 billion lifetime views, how the scope of their nonprofit work has evolved over the last decade, and what other creators can take away from the brothers' wide-ranging legacy.

Participants

Hank Green

John Green

Nathan Graber-Lipperman

Writer

The Publish Press

Community Track

Live Podcast: Dear Hank & John

Location: Spotlight Stage

Saturday, June 29

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Featuring: Hank Green, John Green

Join VidCon founders Hank and John Green to hear their humorous and heartfelt advice about life’s big and small questions. This is your chance to get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look during this special live recording of their podcast!

Participants

Hank Green

John Green

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