Overview
Hank and John Green are Gen Z’s favorite pop culture academics. If your kids have ever watched a Crash Course YouTube video in school, they’re already familiar with them. John handles deep-dive topics in history and literature while Hank tackles subjects in science and math. Both brothers are published authors, educators, and creators, and they have a relatable charm that draws a large following on social media.
But this podcast, Dear Hank & John, is a more laid-back conversation between the two brothers. They answer fans’ questions and share some of their own unfiltered ramblings. Sometimes they share personal stories or just muse about life’s big (or silly) questions.
So is it safe for kids? Here’s what we found.
Harmful Content ❗️
Parents should know that these conversations are informal and free-form, so the discussion could really go anywhere. However, Hank and John generally keep their content clean. Even if the occasional topic veers into something adult-themed, it’s short-lived and never too graphic.
Language
There is little to no profanity in this podcast. There may be occasional adult language or jokes, as conversation often goes off on random tangents. But overall, language is mild.
Sex
This podcast has no sexual content.
Violence
This is not considered a violent podcast by any means. As mentioned previously, sometimes conversation may touch on serious topics, such as a current event or a crime, or something similar. But again, these discussions don’t go very in-depth or get too explicit.
Positive Value 💫
The purpose of this podcast is not necessarily to be educational or impactful, but rather to share a relaxed, entertaining conversation. The brothers’ persistent curiosity about the world around them encourages listeners to have the same curiosity and openness about any topic. They also sometimes share personal experiences and struggles, which can be relatable and comforting for listeners.
So, should my kid listen to it?
We feel this podcast is appropriate for ages around 12 and up, given that it’s mostly clean but has the potential to include some adult language or topics.
