COMMUNITY TRACK SCHEDULE

SPECIAL THANKS HELLO ONE AND ALL AND THANK YOU FOR COMING BACK TO VIDCON ANAHEIM!

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Around the World in 60 Minutes AMPLIFY STAGE

Nichlmao, Kara and Nate, Alex Ojeda, Benjamin De Almeida (BENOFTHEWEEK)

Who’s up for an adventure?! These creators have seen it all, inspiring wanderlust amongst their followers with content featuring dreamy destinations. In this panel, they’ll share stories about their journeys and fill you in on how they turned their passion for travel into their business.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Standout Scripts: The Key to Strong Storytelling THE CREATIVE LAB STAGE

DangMattSmith, CalebCity, TedNivison, Rich Black Guy, Rebecca Parham (Let Me Explain Studios), Drew Gooden

Crafting a video takes more than just a great idea. Behind the scenes, creators are working tirelessly to choose the right topics and compose scripts that will make for entertaining and captivating content. Get an inside look into how these creators choose the right themes for their audience and build out scripts in the unique voice their fans have come to know and love.

Moderated by: Julian Bass

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Live Podcast: I Spent a Day With… DISCOVER STAGE PRESENTED BY WONDERSHARE

Anthony Padilla took his popular YouTube series “I Spent a Day With...” and brought it to the podcast world, sitting down with a range of guests to discover the truth about often misunderstood and misrepresented groups of people and the human condition. Now, he’s bringing the popular series to VidCon! Tune in for this exciting live episode!

Moderated by: Anthony Padilla

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

The Lowdown on the Throwdown TRENDING STAGE

PRESENTED BY RUBY GILLMAN, TEENAGE KRAKEN

Michelle Khare, Ludwig, Alex Wassabi, Jarvis Johnson, Andrea Botez

It’s the trend you never saw coming — influencer boxing! Ushering in new fans and creating more buzz around the sport, this crossover already appears to be a great success. Is this a clever marketing tactic or the next era of boxing? Join us to discuss!

Moderated by: Pili Tanuvasa

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

We’re Here, We’re Queer, We’re Shaping the Digital Sphere AMPLIFY STAGE naomiheartsxo, spencewuah, Chrissy Chlapecka, Gabe Adams-Wheatley

We’re celebrating top LGBTQ+ voices in the digital space during this informative and impactful panel. These creators will talk about the importance of queer representation in digital media and the challenges they’ve overcome on their journey to becoming a positive force in their communities.

Moderated by: Deison Afualo

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Long Live Laughter

THE ON AIR STAGE

Hope Schwing, CalebCity, Dtay Known, Leenda Dong

Join this panel of comedic geniuses as they discuss how they incorporate their sense of humor into their content, breaking up the mundanity of every-day life with razor-sharp wit and relatable anecdotes. Learn how these ultra-funny creators keep their communities entertained with their unique blend of charisma, knack for storytelling, and captivating on-camera presence.

Moderated by: Markell Washington

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Aphmau’s First Panel DISCOVER STAGE PRESENTED BY WONDERSHARE

Aphmau

This is Aphmau’s FIRST PANEL at VidCon! Aphmau and her friends are excited to talk YouTube, discuss voice acting, and have fun while giving you some interesting tips for surviving this crazy YouTube world! Get to know her more during this fun and exciting session!

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

VidCon Game Night: SpongeBob & TMNT TRENDING STAGE PRESENTED BY RUBY GILLMAN, TEENAGE KRAKEN

Join your favorite Roblox YouTubers and play Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and SpongeBob on Roblox. This VidCon game night will be streamed live so fans at home can watch and play along, too! Play together, compete in in-game challenges and contests, win prizes (like exclusive UGC items, Robux and Gamefam swag), capture content together, and more — all while getting a sneak peek into exclusive new TMNT and SpongeBob content premiered for the first time in game.

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

My Culture, My Comedy

THE CREATIVE LAB STAGE

Jesus Nalgas, Sheena Melwani, Brother of color, Casual Geographic, DangMattSmith

These comedic creators have built their loyal following by incorporating their culture into their art. Listen in as they unpack how being relatable, authentic, and embracing what makes them unique has helped shape their successful careers.

Moderated by: Jeenie Weenie

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Look Mom, I’m on TV!

THE ON AIR STAGE

GiaNina, Savanah Moss, Leo González

These creators have taken their talents from phone screen to silver screen! Tune in to learn about their experiences starring in TV and movies, hear stories from the various sets they’ve worked on, and find out what it’s like to branch out into traditional media.

Moderated by: Adam Rose

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Try Not to Laugh with Smosh

DISCOVER STAGE PRESENTED BY WONDERSHARE

SMOSH

A fan favorite, Try Not to Laugh, is Smosh's ultimate comedic challenge — doing whatever it takes to get the person in the hotseat to laugh while they try their best not to. Followed by a Q&A!

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Gamers vs Animators

TRENDING STAGE PRESENTED BY RUBY GILLMAN, TEENAGE KRAKEN

BoomerNA, King Science, Tubbo, TinaKitten, cuptoast, The Odd 1s Out

Whether they’re quick-with-their-keyboard gamers or smooth-with-a-storyboard animators, it’s all hands on deck when these creators face off in a showdown of the skills. The name of the game? Not even they know! Strap in for a surprise and get ready for the head-to-head you didn’t know you needed in your life.

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Skin Just Like Pearls

SPOTLIGHT STAGE

Beauty2thestreetz, Kat Blaque, Crutches and Spice, Tatyana Joseph, TheRealTati

Just like Beyoncé, we wouldn’t trade these amazing creators for anybody else. In this inspirational hour, these creators will discuss the experience of being a Black woman online, the important messages that drive their content, and what it means to be a role model to Black youth everywhere.

Moderated by: Lauren Ashley Beck

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Detoxifying the Internet

AMPLIFY STAGE

Reif Harrison, Carter Kench, De’Marcus Shawn (artbydemarcusshawn)

With the surge of content promoting ideals rooted in toxic masculinity, it’s time for an important conversation about how we can combat the effects of this trend. In this panel moderated by Pili Tanuvasa, creators who identify as men will come together to discuss the ways in which they use their content to challenge toxic masculinity, encourage healthy behaviors, and inspire positive change among their young viewers.

Moderated by: Pili Tanuvasa

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Masters Without A Script

THE CREATIVE LAB STAGE

Michelle Khare, AtomicMari, Jovenshire, Sohinki, Lasercorn

In the crowded digital space, these creators know how to stand out using unscripted content to make authentic connections with their audience. Learn how they shape their videos, from concept to completion.

Moderated by: Hayden Hillier-Smith

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Our Turn To Talk

THE ON AIR STAGE

Young Elder

This session celebrates teens who are prioritizing their wellbeing by sharing their stories, raw and unfiltered. Join Our Turn to Talk film, podcast, and impact campaign creator Beth Murphy and Baltimore-based activist and rapper Young Elder in a performance that will rock your world and leave you inspired by this truth: storytelling saves lives.

Hosted by: Beth Murphy

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Authentic Expression: Building Community on TikTok

TRENDING STAGE PRESENTED BY RUBY GILLMAN, TEENAGE KRAKEN

From sharing inspirational journeys to living life on their own terms, TikTok creators are building platforms that embrace their authentic selves. Hear from creators on how they’re driving culture by de-stigmatizing important conversations and showing others they aren’t alone.

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Ginormo: Elevating AAPI Storytelling on YouTube SPOTLIGHT STAGE

Ian Boggs, Alan Chikin Chow, Jeenie Weenie, Kallmekris, Steven He, Janel Jimenez, Mic Kovary, Steveioe, Nathan Doan

Join us for this screening and panel discussion of Ginormo! — a new 6-episode sci-fi meta comedy series co-created by Emmy-nominated producer Ken Mok and Chinese-Irish actor and comedy sketch creator Steven He. Parodying 1970s Kaiju shows such as Godzilla and Power Rangers and featuring an almost all-Asian cast of eight creators including Steven He, Alan Chikin Chow, Ian Boggs, Jeenie.Weenie, Steven Ho, Kallmekris, Nathan Doan, and Joma Tech, the series aims to prove that because of YouTube, filmmaking is no longer controlled by the gatekeepers of Hollywood.

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

The Responsibility of Representing a Community AMPLIFY STAGE

Drew Afualo, naomiheartsxo, KeemoKazi, Blesiv, Notorious Cree

Due to their substantial following, creators often take on the responsibility of being representatives of their communities. Fans see pieces of themselves in the creators they admire, and creators recognize this as an opportunity to build trust and give a voice to their audience. Listen in as they discuss the implications of being in this position, and how they navigate their role in leadership.

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Beating Burnout

THE CREATIVE LAB STAGE

Sarah Schauer, Mr. Hamilton, Benjikrol

Being a content creator sounds like a dream career to many, but like any other job, the possibility of burnout is very real. The pressure of needing to post consistently to make a living while trying to keep up with rapidly-evolving trends and platform changes can be overwhelming and exhausting. In this panel, creators will discuss common causes of burnout, how it affects them, and the strategies they use to overcome it.

Moderated by: The Truth Doctor

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Narrowing Down Your Niche

THE ON AIR STAGE sidneyraz, Sofie Dossi, Anthony Rivera

When it comes to finding your content niche, what makes you different is what makes you powerful! Join this panel of creators to find out how they turned their unique talents and interests into an engaged online following.

Moderated by: Shervin Shares