

Dear Hank & John
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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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Mar 20, 2024 • 46min
385: Duology
In this podcast, Hank and John Green answer quirky questions about sticker placement, convincing friends to join them in a wolf-and-bear enclosure, compasses in space, reducing judgmental attitudes, the economy, astronaut knowledge of low gravity on the moon, and more!

Mar 6, 2024 • 43min
384: A Martian Ocean
How to stop caring about others' opinions, shower smoke detectors, high school TB testing, washing eyes, solar sail navigation, humanity peeing an ocean, ridiculous Martian ocean filling, earwax diamonds, Mars mission dreams, and football woes are discussed in this entertaining podcast episode.

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Feb 21, 2024 • 55min
383: The College Freaktacular
Hank and John Green discuss college choices, survival tips, and the future of education. They share advice on navigating challenges, independence, and adulting. The conversation touches on the importance of access to information and choosing a career for positive impact. Plus, there's banter about sports, Mars geology, and the Project for Awesome event.

Feb 7, 2024 • 48min
382: Dental Spider-bots
In this episode, Hank and John Green discuss topics such as the existence of Godot, their beliefs about hell, receiving a care package from Olivia Rodrigo, why phone batteries don't last longer, advancements in wireless headphones, making art affordable and accessible, and the dental hygiene of superheroes like Spider-Man.

Jan 31, 2024 • 44min
381: Until Oblivion Hits
Hank and John Green discuss various topics including the announcement of the Turtles All The Way Down movie, the anatomy of the butt, humor and imperfection, seeking advice for substance abuse, saving lives, reflecting on being public online, and emotional involvement and future approach in sports.

Jan 10, 2024 • 50min
380: GreenChat 2024
The Green brothers discuss Tetris and the pursuit of high scores. They compare their storytelling style to popular podcasts and talk about the impact of social media. They discuss the concept of additive purchasing and introduce a sponsor. They promote HelloFresh and talk about adding value to close relationships. They discuss the potential decrease in the cost of coffee and their contribution to negotiating lower prices for tuberculosis treatment.

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Dec 20, 2023 • 58min
379: Rainbow Moon
They discuss the difference between fluid ounces and ounces, the color of the moon and its impact, religion and mental health, weighing elephants, burial requests, excitement about an AFC Wimbledon game, and the longevity of the Perseverance Rover on Mars.

Dec 13, 2023 • 40min
378: Pelican Dream Chat
Speakers discuss anxiety management and introducing their new puppy. Delve into mantis shrimp strength and dreams involving pelicans. Explore pelican characteristics and discomfort of self-promotion. Discuss selling products on TikTok and platform's promotion. Share ideas for TikTok videos and AFC Wimbledon update.

Nov 29, 2023 • 50min
377: Dear Hank and John: Taylor's Version
Taylor Swift joins Hank and John as they discuss her impact as a community builder, the potential for her to become a politician, the joy brought by her merchandise, and their personal growth regarding resentment. They also touch on the podcast's updates, including the idea of turning it into a Taylor Swift podcast.

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Nov 15, 2023 • 46min
376: Death of the Dad Joke
The hosts discuss Swiss cheese holes and depression, sharing personal insights. They explore gravity's impact on evolution and compare giraffes' hearts to guinea pigs. Starting an anarchism club and the role of pizza in it is humorously discussed. The negative environmental impact of plastic waste and harmful ingredients in cleaning products is examined, with Blue Land introduced as a solution. Reminiscing about Rax, getting a puppy named Potato, and securing funding for the Mars mission are discussed. The hosts share inside jokes, amusing anecdotes, and express appreciation for each other.


