Johann Hari

Johann Hari

Keynote Speaker: Journalist & New York Times Bestselling Author of "Chasing the Scream" "Stolen Focus" and "Lost Connections"

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Johann Hari Biography

Johann Hari is a journalist and the author of three New York Times bestselling books, and the executive producer of an Oscar-nominated movie and an eight-part television series starring Samuel L. Jackson. His books have been translated into 40 languages and have earned praised from a broad range of people, from Oprah to Noam Chomsky, Elton John to Naomi Klein.

Hari's internationally acclaimed books explore pressing social issues. His most recent work, "Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight-Loss Drugs," investigates the dramatic rise of new weight-loss medications. His 2022 bestseller "Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention" was widely recognized as one of the year’s best books by outlets including Amazon, the Financial Times, the New York Post, and The Spectator. It earned numerous global accolades, including ‘Most Important Book of the Year’ at the Non-Obvious Book Awards and ‘Best Book of the Year’ at the Porchlight Book Awards, and was a bestseller across three continents. Hari’s debut, "Chasing the Scream," a powerful critique of the war on drugs, was adapted into the Oscar-nominated film "The United States vs. Billie Holiday" and a documentary series. His follow-up, "Lost Connections," exploring the root causes of depression, was praised by the British Journal of General Practice as “one of the most important texts of recent years” and was shortlisted for a British Medical Association award.

Hari’s TED talks -- “Everything You Think You Know About Addiction is Wrong” and “This Could Be Why You Are Depressed or Anxious” -- have been viewed more than 93 million times.

He has written for some of the world’s leading newspapers and magazines, including the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Guardian, the Spectator, Le Monde Diplomatique, the Sydney Morning Herald, and Politico. He has appeared on NPR’s "All Thing Considered," HBO’s "Realtime with Bill Maher," The Joe Rogan Experience podcast, the BBC’s "Question Time," and many other popular shows.

Hari was born in Glasgow, Scotland, and when he was a year old, his family moved to London, where he grew up and where he has lived for most of his life. His father – a Swiss immigrant – was a bus driver, and his mother was a nurse and later worked in shelters for survivors of domestic violence.

He studied Social and Political Science at King’s College, Cambridge, and graduated with a Double First.

Hari was twice named ‘National Newspaper Journalist of the Year’ by Amnesty International. He has also been named ‘Cultural Commentator of the Year’ and ‘Environmental Commentator of the Year’ at the Comment Awards. He lives half the year in London and spends the other half of the year traveling to research his books.

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Johann Hari Videos

Johann Hari | SXSW Sydney 2024
Ozempic Expert Johann Hari: 'Next Opioid Crisis?'
Johann Hari | TED

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What topics does Johann Hari speak about?

Johann Hari is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Journalist, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Health & Wellness and Bestselling Authors.

Where does Johann Hari travel from?

Johann Hari generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Johann Hari?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Johann Hari for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Johann Hari for your next private or corporate function.

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Johann Hari is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Non-Fiction Authors and Journalist. The estimated speaking fee range to book Johann Hari for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Johann Hari generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Danny Trejo, Dr. Drew Pinsky and Maureen McCormick. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Johann Hari for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/08/2025.

Johann Hari Videos

Johann Hari | SXSW Sydney 2024
Ozempic Expert Johann Hari: 'Next Opioid Crisis?'
Johann Hari | TED
Johann Hari: The Antidote for Loneliness
The Rising Depression and Anxiety Crisis with Johann Hari - YouTube

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  • How do I book Johann Hari to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Johann Hari for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Johann Hari, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Johann Hari or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Johann Hari for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Johann Hari, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Johann Hari are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Johann Hari, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Johann Hari speak about?

    Johann Hari is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Journalist, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Health & Wellness and Bestselling Authors.
  • Where does Johann Hari travel from?

    Johann Hari generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Johann Hari?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Johann Hari for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Johann Hari for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Johann Hari or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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