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Hank Green

Mentioned in 20 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A prolific educational content creator, author, and entrepreneur known for founding Complexly and creating the Focus Friend productivity app. He co-hosts Dear Hank & John, discusses science and internet culture across multiple platforms, and manages various media and commerce ventures. Podcasts feature him as an expert on content creation, scientific topics, and the evolution of digital media from the early internet era to present day.

Episode Appearances

Dear Hank & John

Dear Hank & John · Apr 15, 2026

448: Doogie Howser, Boy Chaplin

Co-host discussing novel writing, science topics, and personal perspectives on education and technology

Novel Writing and Creative EngagementSocial Media Addiction and Algorithmic ControlHealthcare Insurance and Life Planning
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Dear Hank & John

Dear Hank & John · Apr 8, 2026

447: Everything Is Over

Co-host providing scientific explanations and commentary on various topics

Novel editing and multi-point-of-view narrative constructionVitamin D biochemistry and supplementationPhosphorescence and glow-in-the-dark materials science
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Dear Hank & John

Dear Hank & John · Apr 1, 2026

446: Just Chatting… With Me

Co-host discussing John's new book, AFC Wimbledon updates, and Mars news

Fiction Writing and Creative ProcessArtificial Flavor Chemistry and Food ScienceTree Biology and Forest Ecosystems
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A Hot Dog Is a Sandwich

A Hot Dog Is a Sandwich · Apr 1, 2026

Trying All The Rollie Tube Foods at 7-Eleven

Previously discussed Clarence Birdseye and frozen food history in prior podcast collaboration

7-Eleven history and business modelRoller grill food innovation and engineeringConvenience store food quality and accessibility
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10% Happier with Dan Harris

10% Happier with Dan Harris · Mar 25, 2026

A Toolkit for a Noisy Mind: How John Green Manages Anxiety, Depression, and Intrusive Thoughts

John Green's brother and collaborator; quoted on productivity and joy creation

OCD management and intrusive thought patternsDepression and anxiety disorder comorbidityShame reduction through naming and language
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 20, 2026

Last Looks: Law Abiding Citizen

Host of YouTube show 'Ask Hank Anything'; Paul Scheer was guest on the science-focused interview show.

Film production logistics and scheduling constraintsScreenwriting collaboration and script revision processesAction film narrative structure and third-act construction
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AI & I

AI & I · Feb 25, 2026

Meet the Student With No Teachers, No Homework—Just AI

Content creator whose video on water usage and climate inspired Alex to use deep research tools

AI-Powered Personalized Education PlatformsAlternative High Schools and Education ModelsGen Z Attitudes Toward AI and Technology
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Panic World

Panic World · Feb 25, 2026

Gen Z vs. Millennials

Educational content creator and author discussing generational differences, internet culture, and Gen Z audience engagement

Generational Identity and ClassificationInternet Culture and Social Media EvolutionAuthenticity vs. Performance Online
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Dear Hank & John

Dear Hank & John · Feb 18, 2026

441: The Value of a Single Shoe

Co-host discussing Complexly's nonprofit transition, Mars rover AI developments, and scientific topics

Nonprofit organizational structure and governanceParasocial relationships in digital mediaCreator economy and audience support models
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Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Feb 16, 2026

Ep. 392: Are “Micro-Streamers” the Future of Media? + Why Cal Spent $60 on a Task App

Creator with stand-up special on Dropout TV; collaborator with Cal Newport on upcoming project

Micro-streaming platforms and independent creator economicsProduction value requirements for premium video contentAlgorithmic vs. non-algorithmic content curation models
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Dear Hank & John

Dear Hank & John · Feb 11, 2026

440: Barreling Ever Forward

Co-host explaining space science, painting in space, terminal velocity physics, and Mars' climate influence

Painting and coatings in space environmentsTerminal velocity physics and skydivingSalience economy and attention-driven narratives
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Song Exploder

Song Exploder · Jan 21, 2026

Key Change: John Green on "You'll Never Walk Alone."

John Green's brother; co-created Vlogbrothers YouTube channel and Dear Hank and John podcast with John

Community and Belonging Through Shared ExperienceMusic's Role in Emotional Processing and Mental HealthSports Fandom as Cultural and Spiritual Practice
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TechStuff

TechStuff · Jan 7, 2026

The Story: Can Tech Make Me A Better Person?

Creator of Focus Friend app, a Pomodoro-based productivity tool with gamified elements

New Year's resolutions and habit formationWearable fitness trackers and their psychological impactSleep tracking technology and smart mattress covers
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There Are No Girls on the Internet

There Are No Girls on the Internet · Jan 7, 2026

The Big AI Podcast Rejection

Early internet creator who worked with Mental Floss, example of successful independent creator from early web era

AI-Generated Content PoliciesHuman Creator Authenticity in MediaPodcast Industry Business Models
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Galaxy Brain

Galaxy Brain · Jan 2, 2026

The New Mainstream Media

YouTuber featured as first Galaxy Brain guest; represents established creator with existing audience platform

Algorithm-driven content amplification and extremismInstitutional media credibility and trust rebuildingConspiracy theories and digital sleuth culture
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The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe · Dec 27, 2025

The Skeptics Guide #1068 - Dec 27 2025

Science communicator nominated as 2025 skeptical hero for tireless social media science advocacy

US Scientific Research Defunding and Brain DrainUSAID Elimination and Global Health Mortality EstimatesTerminal Illness Prognostication and Advance Directives
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Cortex

Cortex · Dec 12, 2025

174: Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) – State of the Workflow

Guest on Cortex who discussed YouTube Shorts views as not equivalent to long-form video views

Video Production Workflow and ProcessTeam Management and DelegationTech Product Review Methodology
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Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast

Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast · Dec 5, 2025

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is here fr fr on God

Referenced for pitching YouTube Recap/Rewind feature idea on social media

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold specifications and designFoldable phone durability and screen protectionAndroid 16 QPR2 features and platform updates
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Galaxy Brain

Galaxy Brain · Nov 28, 2025

America’s Slide Toward Simulated Democracy with Eliot Higgins

Referenced as previous guest on Galaxy Brain; discussed trust, gatekeeping models, and platform-based information distribution

Disordered Discourse FrameworkEpistemic and Democratic CollapseAlgorithmic Content Moderation and Radicalization
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Cortex

Cortex · Nov 11, 2025

173: Hank Green – State of the Workflow

Primary subject; YouTuber, author, entrepreneur managing multiple media and commerce properties; cancer survivor in remission

YouTube content strategy and view count metricsPersonal productivity systems and task managementProject management tools and workflows
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