
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 889 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Comedy | |||

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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.
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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!
Wow… this episode rules. Top tier comics and real friends. Endearing. True love.
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.
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 ❤️
Love hearing folks Dork out in things they love and having it hosted by one of the best makes it even better!
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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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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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