Kids Beg for Repeat Guests! Julian Shapiro-Barnum Names Two Fan Favorites

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News (1 / 1) 14.05.2026 21:56 / Angela

Julian Shapiro-Barnum's kid guests have surprising celebrity crushes and one reveal had the internet smiling — Read on to discover the full story!

How Julian built his niche

At 26, Shapiro-Barnum has become known for guiding candid chats between stars and children on Recess Therapy and for inviting A-listers to lead a classroom on Celebrity Substitute. Speaking with PEOPLE at the 2026 YouTube Brandcast Upfront on May 13, he reflected on which visitors the kids keep asking to see again.

The two stars the kids can’t get enough of

Jonathan Groff, 41, tops the list — he has appeared on both of Julian’s series and, according to the host, is the guest the kids adore most. Olivia Rodrigo, 23, is another frequent request; the kids apparently felt strong “older sister vibes” from her after her Recess Therapy appearance in September 2023.