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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
Community College
Kingdom Hearts
Byzantine Empire
They Might Be Giants
Ina Garten
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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Tom Salinsky (author and podcast host of @allbritishpod and

allbritishcomedy.com) and I learn SO MUCH about the UK sci-fi show RED DWARF. You will love.

Donate to The Dork Forest if you like the show.

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

Katie Compa (@katiecompa and .com) is a comic with a new special out

on youtube called “Incurable Optimist” and she has tips. TRAVEL Tips.

Donate to The Dork Forest if you like the show.

The paypal email ⁠⁠jackie@jackiekashian.com⁠⁠ and venmo is

@j... more

Jessica Pruim (www.reddit.com/r/127Hoursgirl/) has watched the

James Franco movie 127 Hours a LOT. I’ve never seen it. I learn what the heck happened. And then the movie they made about it. You will love.

Donate to The Dork Forest if you lik... more

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Skyler Higley (comic, writer, with a new podcast called “Help Me Be

Black” @skylerhigley at IG) got sucked into a whirlpool of info about an LSD trippin’ scientist in the 1960s who wanted to talk to Dolphins. It’s very fishy. Hi. I had fun writing th... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Compa
New York comedian with a travel-themed stand-up special
Comedian
Episode: Katie Compa is PREPARED for Air Travel - EP 882
Jessica Pruim
Fan of the show and movie enthusiast
Episode: Jessica Pruim and the movie 127 Hours - EP 881
Skyler Higley
Stand-up comic, writer for the Oscars, former Conan writer
Self / Skyler Higley
Episode: Skyler Higley and a DEEP DIVE into Dolphin Communications - EP 880
Tristan J. Miller
Comic with a new special Manic Impressive
Tristan J. Miller (per episode)
Episode: Tristan Miller loves David Lynch - EP 879
Joe Beech
Marketing professional, runs Signal and Gain
Signal and Gain
Episode: Joe Beech and the Yakuza Game Series - EP 878
Dillon Apelyan
Guest on One Shot podcast, Armenian
One Shot Podcast
Episode: Dillin Apelyan Unique Tabletop RPGS - EP 877
Jessica Hird
Host of Clue Dunnit podcast, watches and analyzes mysteries
Clue Dunnit
Episode: Jessica Hird and World Cycling Races - EP 876
Wil Wheaton
Guest; actor and author; hosts It's Storytime podcast
Storytime (podcast)
Episode: Wil Wheaton and BIRDs - EP 875
Matt Koff
New York comic, Brooklyn-based stand-up
Marquee/stand-up circuit
Episode: Matt Koff and CANDY - EP 873

Host

Jackie Kashian
Host of The Dork Forest; longtime comedian and interviewer known for exploring guests' obsessions with warmth and curiosity.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Heart and Jokes

    Love Jackie and can and have been listing for days. She’s great and I wish I could see her live. I will one day but it could be sooner if she came closer to? Tulsa. I get why not this, too. Either way thanks for all the content, Jackie. You’re super great at the stand up jokes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rt66lady
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 States4 months ago
  • Excellent

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bipo2010
    United States4 months 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
    Canada5 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_
    Canada8 months ago

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Listeners praise the show's warmth and curiosity, with guests encouraged to share their passions freely.
Fans appreciate the safe, welcoming space to nerd out on anything from Ghosts to video games.
Episodes are praised for being informative and entertaining, often revealing surprising fandoms.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Tristan Miller loves David Lynch - EP 879
Q: What draws you to Lynch's work despite the discomfort it can cause?
The conversation around duality and the way Lynch uses discomfort as a catalyst for deeper reflection and emotion is central; the tension between fear and beauty is what makes the work compelling and unforgettable.
Jessica Hird and World Cycling Races - EP 876
Q: What constitutes a stage in a Grand Tour?
A stage is typically about a 200-kilometer race day with a set route that can travel across diverse terrain, sometimes starting in another country for a grand depart.
THE MOST SPOILERY TALK ABOUT Attack on Titan - EP 874
Q: Atticus, do you have a favorite character?
Atticus explains his favorite is Levi, describing him as a fighter with a cynical, impactful presence inside the Scout Regiment, whose leadership stands out amid the chaos.
Brian Swartz talks Miles Davis - EP 871
Q: So what do you know about Miles Davis? Do you know anything about his early childhood or where he's from?
Miles Davis was from St. Louis, started playing gigs there, moved to New York for Juilliard where he didn't stay long, and then rose to prominence in the bebop scene with Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker before developing his own innovations in cool jazz and later fusion.
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.

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A long-running, affectionate interview show where the host discovers what guests are obsessed with, spanning comics, music, gaming, theater, makeup, ghosts, and beyond. Episodes mix personal storytelling with deep dives into niche passions, often featuring guests promoting projects or sharing behind-the-scenes perspectives on creative work. The vibe is warm, curious, and playful, with a strong emphasis on making space for quirky interests to feel universal and engaging. A notable strength is the breadth of dorkdoms covered, which keeps conversations fresh and approachable for devoted fans and curious newcomers alike.

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The Dork Forest launched 20 years ago and published 902 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Dork Forest include:

1. Katie Compa
2. Jessica Pruim
3. Skyler Higley
4. Tristan J. Miller
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7. Jessica Hird
8. Wil Wheaton

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