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Dear Hank & John

Complexly
AFC Wimbledon
Mars
Mental Health
Social Media
Cancer
OCD
Taylor Swift
Tuberculosis
Giraffes
Mosquitoes
Twitter
Post-Secondary Education
Romance Novels
Baseball
Goodreads
Humor
Biology
Mars News
Tetris
Teen Podcasts

Hosts John and Hank Green (authors and YouTubers) offer both humorous and heartfelt advice about life’s big and small questions. They bring their personal passions to each episode by sharing the week’s news from Mars (the planet) and AFC Wimbledon (the fourth-tier English football club).

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Hank has been tweeting a lot recently; is he okay? How does the game “light as a feather, stiff as a board” work? Are bald heads warmer or cooler than hairy heads? What is the lethal dose of pickles? Will John write me into his acknowledgements? How ... more

Has poop always been funny? Why does my cake mix have high altitude instructions? What breakfast foods won’t you get sick of? What percent of my car should be computer? …Hank and Kal have answers!

If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at han... more

Will John release a “John’s Version” of his books like Taylor Swift? How do I start writing again? What can I look forward to in adulthood? How long does it take love to go to the sun and back? Where does our responsibility to ourselves end and our r... more

How do I best support someone trying to quit smoking? Why do migraines create such strange symptoms? Why are dead people and animals in cartoons often depicted with Xs for eyes? What do I do with a headstone in my backyard that is from the 1800s? How... more

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Recent Guests

Kal McRaven
YouTuber and creator known for Funky Frog Bait and Funky Frog Plays
Funky Frog Bait / Kal McRaven on YouTube
Episode: 459: Electric Meat (w/ Kal McRaven!)
Keith Habersberger
Guest on the episode, collaborating with Hank
The Try Guys (past) / BuzzFeed alumni, food & culture creator
Episode: 450: Diet Coke is Tea (w/ Keith Habersberger!)
Adam Rippon
Olympic figure skater and reality TV participant on Stars on Mars
Stars on Mars
Episode: 443: A Top Podcast for the Elderly
Travis McElroy
Comedian and podcaster, known for his work on My Brother, My Brother and Me.
My Brother, My Brother and Me
Episode: 422: We Got Another Brother (w/ Travis McElroy!)
Shan Boodram
Crash Course Sex Ed host, writer, and speaker
Crash Course
Episode: 412: This Is Going to Be a Therapy Session (w/ Shan Boodram!)
Dr. Katie Mack
Noted Canadian American astrophysicist and co-host of Crash Course the Universe
Episode: 390: Breathe Mars (w/ Dr. Katie Mack!)

Hosts

John Green
Host of Dear Hank & John; co-host of the show with Hank Green, often handling conversational guidance and thematic framing.
Hank Green
Co-host who drives the show's explorations, often injecting science-forward perspectives and humor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 22.6k ratings
  • NEVER-SNEEZER-SCROOGE

    AHHHHHHHCHOOOOO oh god it’s not normal to sneeze oh no im not gonna make it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lordoftherings759
    United States2 months ago
  • The best of Dear Hand I was like and John Vol. 3

    It is not normal to sneeze. I Never sneeze. - Random Doctor

    The doctor says I am dying of sneeze

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Sneezer
    United States2 months ago
  • The rock or song

    The rock because why the heck not :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Idkjjjjjjjj
    United States3 months ago
  • A Top Podcast for the Elderly

    I am not that old, but if I were, I’d love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DenisovichDev
    India3 months ago
  • Book!

    Can’t wait!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D Lytle
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners value the blend of science, philosophy, and everyday life stories.
People praise the hosts for being warm, funny, and thoughtful.
Fans love the consistent dynamic and accessible take on big questions.

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459: Electric Meat (w/ Kal McRaven!)
Q: What about altitude in baking and can you bake above 6500 feet?
They explain that higher elevation reduces atmospheric pressure, leading to faster and larger gas bubbles, potential structural collapse, and thus adjustments like less leavening, more liquid, and higher temperatures, often requiring trial and error.
459: Electric Meat (w/ Kal McRaven!)
Q: Has poop always been funny? How has humor evolved through history? What about human sexuality?
Kal and Hank discuss that bodily humor has ancient roots, from Sumerian jests to medieval tales, and that humor often plays with transgression in ways that can be clever and socially bonding rather than harmful, with evolution shaping our sense of what is funny.
458: Ancient vs. Hyper-Mortal (w/ Paige Lewis!)
Q: How do we get Tessa to write?
The speakers suggest consistency, routine, and giving oneself permission to write badly at first as part of the process, plus finding ways to hold themselves accountable and to show work to a trusted friend for feedback.
457: Big Ball Curators
Q: Kat asks whether ducks have ears and explains a toddler's interest in stuffed animals curious about animal anatomy.
They explain ducks have auditory systems but not external ears like humans; discuss the difference between human biology and how we categorize things, and acknowledge the ambiguity for a child while offering an age-appropriate explanation.
457: Big Ball Curators
Q: MK asks how to protect and display nerdfighter memorabilia while keeping it meaningful and not just a museum piece.
They encourage a curated display that blends nerdfighter artifacts with current personal items, and suggest possibly donating to a museum later on, to create a living, respectful collection.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dear Hank & John

What is Dear Hank & John about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show combines curiosity-driven dialogue with lighthearted banter, weaving in weekly updates from space exploration and a lower-division football club alongside big questions about life, meaning, and culture. Episodes regularly mix science, philosophy, and personal storytelling, with guests ranging from artists to fellow creators and the hosts' family, all delivered in a warm, approachable style that balances humor with occasional earnest reflection. A standout trait is the duo's ability to blend nerdy topics (Mars, space tech, astronomy) with everyday life, making complex ideas feel relatable. Sponsorships are often integrated into the flow without breaking the conversational rhythm, and recurring bits keep listeners returning for the ... more

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