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COMMUNITY TRACK SCHEDULE
by VidCon
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Creative Commentary
SPOTLIGHT STAGE
Jarvis Johnson, Danny Gonzalez, Kurtis Conner, Eddy Burback, Chad Chad
Join your favorite commentary creators to learn more about their process! How do they choose their topics? Is there a strategy behind when each video is released? What makes their approach to a subject unique, allowing them to stand out from others in the commentary space? Get answers to these questions and more in this fun and informative panel!
Moderated by: Drew Gooden
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
All in the Family
THE CREATIVE LAB STAGE
Montoya Twinz, Hudson Matter, Jordan Matter, Salish Matter, The Herberts
Find out what it’s like making content with loved ones during this family-focused session. What are the pros and cons of having your kin as your coworkers? How does this dynamic shape these creators’ content? Learn the answers to these questions and more!
Moderated by: Peet Montzingo
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Dueling Duos
FESTIVAL STAGE
Veronica Merrell, Aaron Burriss, Rebecca Zamolo, Matt Slays, ZHC, MsMunchie
Watch some of your favorite creator couples go head-to-head in this classic Newlywed Game. Contestants will answer questions to reveal which duo knows each other best — come cheer them on and see who comes out on top!
Hosted by: Evan and Katelyn
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Shattering the Digital Glass Ceiling DISCOVER STAGE PRESENTED BY WONDERSHARE
Lala Sadii, Kelsi Davies, Mercury Stardust, Tatyana Joseph
Join some of digital content’s leading ladies as they reflect on what it’s been like to be a woman online over the past year. Hear about the ups and downs, and the many ways these creators feel their content speaks to, encourages, inspires, and unites other women!
Moderated by: Victoria Browne
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Streaming in Technicolor TRENDING STAGE
PRESENTED BY RUBY GILLMAN, TEENAGE KRAKEN
Neekolul, TapL, VeeDotMe
These streamers are changing the game and pushing the culture forward. Join them as they “just chat” about how streamers of color are championing representation in the gaming industry, building diverse communities, and shaping the digital landscape.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
LOL Legends
THE CREATIVE LAB STAGE
Brandon Rogers, Eddy Burback, Georgie (@soupytime), DangMattSmith
Is laughter really the best medicine? These creators think so! Join these comedy legends to learn where they come up with the ideas that keep you laughing.
Moderated by: Mr. Hamilton
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Awareness, Inclusivity, & Accessibility
AMPLIFY STAGE
Crutches and Spice, Chrissy Marshall, Gabe Adams-Wheatley, Zach and Pat Valentine (Valentine Brothers)
One of the many benefits of social media is the ability to promote awareness and spark conversation like never before. These creators are using their platforms to shed light on disabilities and promote positive representation. In this session, they’re here to speak about how their disability affects their approach to content creation and how being vocal about their experience has driven their success.
Moderated by: Chloe Bean
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Live Podcast: Vulnerable with Christy Carlson Romano
THE ON AIR STAGE
Christy Carlson Romano, Mamatot
Everyone thinks Christy Carlson Romano had a storybook career. That she just sprang into Disney Channel stardom overnight, made millions, and lived happily after. Spoiler alert, she didn’t! There were countless failures along the way and there still are. The Vulnerable Podcast is an invitation to hang out with Christy for an in-depth conversation discussing the good, the complicated, the beauty of being human, and what it means to be vulnerable.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Building Blox
TRENDING STAGE PRESENTED BY RUBY GILLMAN, TEENAGE KRAKEN
Lana Rae (Lanaslifeee), KreekCraft, MeganPlays, Leah Ashe
It’s no secret that collaborative, world-building, sandbox games are having their moment in the spotlight. In this session, Roblox and Minecraft creators come together to talk about how these two games took the world by storm.
Moderated by: Dylan Zaner
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Thrills & Chills
SPOTLIGHT STAGE
CelinaSpookyBoo, Peet Montzingo, Sneegsnag, Kelsi Davies
If you love hearing about things that go bump in the night, you’re not alone! Join these experts in morbid curiosity to discuss spooky, supernatural, and true crime content. Take a deep dive into what inspires these masters of macabre to cover specific stories, and how they keep their fans hooked on the genre.
Moderated by: Lauren Ashley Beck
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Every Body is Beautiful
AMPLIFY STAGE naomiheartsxo, Nikki Garza (@itsnikki.g), Alicia Mccarvell, Brooklynne Webb, David Suh
The body confidence movement is gaining more and more traction every day with many creators embracing what makes them unique and encouraging their fans to do the same. Listen in on this discussion on the importance of this shift and the impact of viewers seeing themselves in the people they see on screen. Plus, panelists will touch on ways that the media and marketing campaigns have gotten it right and when they have missed the mark.
Moderated by: Sierra Schultzzie
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Live Podcast: Drama Mama
THE ON AIR STAGE
Benjamin De Almeida (BENOFTHEWEEK)
What do we need most in life? Water, you might say? Food, you may incorrectly guess? LOVE? No. It’s Drama. Welcome to this very special live recording of Drama Mama with BENOFTHEWEEK!
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Chaotic Curiosity of the Try Guys DISCOVER STAGE
PRESENTED BY WONDERSHARE
Zach Kornfeld (Try Guys), Keith Habersberger (Try Guys, Lewberger)
The Try Guys have swam with sharks, survived in the wild, shocked themselves with birthing simulators, and risked their lives for their videos. Join them as they break down these experiences and what they’ve learned along the way.
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Out & Proud: Changing the Name of the Game
TRENDING STAGE aimsey, cuptoast, TapL, Ranboo
These iconic streamers have built inclusive and welcoming communities who share their passion for play. In this session, they’ll discuss how being out publicly shaped the fanbase and how their gaming careers affect their personal lives offline.
Moderated by: Smajor
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Weird and Wonderful SPOTLIGHT STAGE
Safiya Nygaard, Tyler Williams, Evan and Katelyn
The internet’s largest tube of lipstick. Underwater crafts. Clear potato chips. Bath bombs and more. From making a phone case out of beans to finding a century’s worth of wedding dresses, these creators entertain with their outside-the-box DIY projects, explorations, and experiments. Get an inside look into how they develop their unique video ideas!
Moderated by: RenegadeScienceTeacher
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Surviving the Spotlight AMPLIFY STAGE
Alyson Stoner, Dani Calleiro, Kira Kosarin, Nicole Laeno, Merrick Hanna
It’s no secret that childhood stardom can be a heavy burden to bear. While celebrities may appear to lead luxurious lives, the pressure, criticism, and lack of privacy can be overwhelming, particularly for a young person. In this session, creators will reflect on their time in the spotlight and their experiences navigating adulthood.
Moderated by: Christy Carlson Romano
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Authenticity or TMI? THE CREATIVE LAB STAGE
Allison Kuch, Jeenie Weenie, Cosette, Chloe Bean
Audiences online truly feel like they know their favorite creators, but how much is too much to share? These creator powerhouses discuss what it’s like to lead a highly-visible life, and what boundaries they set for themselves when it comes to talking about personal issues — if any.
Moderated by: Ashley Ippolito
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Live Podcast: The BCC Club
THE ON AIR STAGE
Kendahl Landreth, Sarah Schauer
Block off your calendar or put the meeting on mute because we’re bringing you the BCC Club live from VidCon! Join hosts Sarah Schauer and Kendahl Landreth on the thread as we take a deep dive into the internet!
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Unlocking Keys to The Culture with KeyTV Network
DISCOVER STAGE PRESENTED BY WONDERSHARE
KeyTV Network, from founder and entertainment powerhouse Keke Palmer, is a culturally-attuned digital network that aims to spotlight a new generation of diverse creators and represent them inclusively on and off screen. Attendees will hear from KeyTV creators directly as they break down their favorite social content live on stage while sharing what it takes to be a creator — who knows, you may see some of your content get the star treatment, too!
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
The Power of Play
TRENDING STAGE PRESENTED BY RUBY GILLMAN, TEENAGE KRAKEN
Smajor, Tubbo, Jelly, Slogo
If you enjoy quality time with your controller (or keyboard), this session is for you! Pop in to hear the biggest names in gaming talk about their favorite titles, this year’s best releases, and what excites them most about the future of the industry.
Moderated by: Kelsey Dangerous
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Be Kind Online
SPOTLIGHT STAGE
Chrissy Chlapecka, Drew Afualo , Kat Blaque, Niki Nihachu (Nihachu), Brooklynne Webb, Tabitha Swatosh
These creators work tirelessly to entertain their fans, and yet they often bear the brunt of cyberbullying. In this panel, they’ll discuss the impact cyberbullying has on their lives and careers, how they deal with it, and the importance of building positive digital communities.
Moderated by: naomiheartsxo