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The Dork Forest

Jackie Kashian
Comedy
Birdwatching
Stand-Up Comedy
Larping
Gilmore Girls
Arm Wrestling
Irish History
Superman
Baseball
Documentaries
Taekwondo
Fallout
They Might Be Giants
Ina Garten
Community College
Kingdom Hearts
Byzantine Empire
Alpha Flight
Grateful Dead
Marvel Comics

The Dork Forest is a show where I, Jackie Kashian, interview everyone and anyone about what they really really like. ie thier dorkdom. Started in 2006, the youtube page has clips and full episodes. www.jackiekashian.com and www.dorkforest.com will lead you to all the information you may ever need re this show and Jackie's standup. Guests speak to their love of books, TV, Movies, Comic books, websi... more

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Jeremy Pinsly (@ and .com and @greenpointcomedyclub IG and .com) is

a comic and NOW … a comedy club owner in Brooklyn. AND he loves Tennis. And I learned what I remembered about tennis and he taught me new things. This is great. You will love.

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Kelly MacFarland (@ and .com) is a great comic and we’ve never met.

A travesty. Her album “Hot Gnome” comes out April 17, 2026 – buy it. And Sure. We talk ghosts. It was super fun. You will love.

The paypal email ⁠⁠jackie@jackiekashian.com⁠⁠ and ven... more

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Caleb Zeringue (@Caleb.Meringue TheDrillmaster.gay and LuigitheMusical.info) and Jenny Zigrino (@JennyZigrino .com) are comics and writers and have written a play about that gay Prussian general in the revolutionary war. We talk theater and gay thing... more

JoAnna Ross (@joanna33ross and HotJoAnna.com) is a NY comic and has a new album/special coming out this month called HOT 50and Bon Jovi, Motley Crue and Guns and Roses. You’re right. I don’t know anything about them. Except I KINDADO. It’s great. You... more

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Recent Guests

Kelly MacFarland
Boston comedian and ghost dork
Boston comedian, Ghost topic guest
Episode: Kelly MacFarland and GHOSTS - EP 869
Caleb Zeringue
Comedian and playwright collaborating on historical project
Self—Caleb Zeringue
Episode: Jenny Zigrino and Caleb Zeringue and theater inspired by History - EP 868
Jenny Zigrino
Comedian and playwright collaborating on historical project
Self—Jenny Zigrino
Episode: Jenny Zigrino and Caleb Zeringue and theater inspired by History - EP 868
JoAnna Ross
Comic and musician from New York City
HOT 50 album / HOT 50 special
Episode: JoAnna Ross and some Hairy Metal! - EP 867
Debi Bradshaw
Stand-up comic and occasional guest on The Dork Forest
Episode: Debi Bradshaw and the greatness of Trader Joes and Costco - EP 866
Amma Marfo
Comedian and performer featured on The Dork Forest
amammarfo.com/comedy
Episode: Amma Marfo and Heated Rivalry - EP 865
Jason Klamm
Guest, author and creator known for mockumentaries and books
Author and creator
Episode: Jason Klamm and Mockumentaries - EP 863
Abigoliah Schamaun
Comic based in London and host of Neurodivergent Moments Podcast and All British Comedy Explained Podcast.
abigoliah.com
Episode: Abigoliah Schamaun and her Embroidery - EP 862
Sydney Kane
A performer and makeup enthusiast
Episode: Sydney Morgan Kane explains the joy of Makeup - EP 860

Host

Jackie Kashian
Host of The Dork Forest

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Dork Alert!

    Jackie I'm a fan of many MANY years, saw you live in Albuquerque (I apologize for obvious reasons) and just want to say Thank You. I had a chance to meet you, but got scared and dorked out. You're the greatest!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    70Boss429
    United States25 days ago
  • Excellent

    Wow… this episode rules. Top tier comics and real friends. Endearing. True love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bipo2010
    United Statesa month ago
  • Welcome to the Dork Forest!

    One of my favourite parts of every week is listening to host Jackie Kashian talk with that week’s guest about their obsessions. With guests evenly divided between standups and civilians, the show is a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheBitterGuy
    Canada2 months ago
  • Jackie is awesome

    Weird book girl, do you have any friends? Ok but are you friendLYYY??? Jackie inspires me to mumble in the direction of new people, thank YOU ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crystal_9_
    Canada6 months ago
  • Jackie is fantastic!

    Love hearing folks Dork out in things they love and having it hosted by one of the best makes it even better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joshdaycomedy
    United Statesa year ago

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Some reviews call the host incredibly supportive of guests and fans alike, noting a safe space to share unusual interests.
Listeners praise the host for a warm, inviting vibe and for introducing guests to new audiences.
Fans appreciate the wide range of dorky topics and the authentic, conversational interview style.
Guests are often described as comfortable and candid, with the host spotlighting passion over rigid topics.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Grateful Dead dorkout with Elizabeth Upton – EP 854
Q: Did they have any hits?
At first, they were more successful as a live band than in recording, but their albums 'Working Man's Dead' and 'American Beauty' became popular with hit songs.
Grateful Dead dorkout with Elizabeth Upton – EP 854
Q: Why are they named the Grateful Dead?
They got that name from a dictionary based on a motif in folklore where the hero helps bury a body and the spirit later helps him.
Linda Marcus Smith and bank robberies in the 1980’s – EP 846
Q: What was your experience like during the bank robberies?
Linda recounts vivid memories of multiple robberies, showcasing her unique perspective as a survivor.
Linda Marcus Smith and bank robberies in the 1980’s – EP 846
Q: What made you join the military?
Linda joined to escape her hometown and other personal circumstances.
Paul Caiola and queer lit – EP 849
Q: Did you start reading pretty early on? Like as a kid?
Yes, my history with reading started very young because my mother was a parent who read out loud to make children.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dork Forest

What is The Dork Forest about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on celebrating people's niche passions, with conversations that spiral from personal hobbies to broader cultural curiosities. Episodes showcase comedians, authors, musicians, and enthusiasts discussing what they love—from mockumentaries and embroidery to makeup, video games, escape rooms, and fandoms like Ultraman and the Grateful Dead. The host's breezy, curious style creates a welcoming space for guests to geek out, share behind-the-scenes stories, and reveal how their dorkdom informs their work and identity. A few episodes stand out for blending humor with deep dives into specific subcultures, creating a unique, wide-ranging catalog of offbeat interests. This mix makes it easy for potential listeners to find resonant epi... more

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1. The Jackie and Laurie Show
2. The Dana Gould Hour
3. Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend
4. Never Not Funny: The Jimmy Pardo Podcast
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Recent guests on The Dork Forest include:

1. Kelly MacFarland
2. Caleb Zeringue
3. Jenny Zigrino
4. JoAnna Ross
5. Debi Bradshaw
6. Amma Marfo
7. Jason Klamm
8. Abigoliah Schamaun

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