The secret language of humor in women's friendships// Interview with comedy writer Nadia Casey and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson
About this episode
This episode explores the role of humor in women's friendships through an interview with comedy writer Nadia Casey.
Research finds that shared humor is a predictor of women becoming best friends... but it's not a predictor for men. Why is that? In this week's episode of the Friend Forward podcast, friendship expert and relational health educator Danielle Bayard Jackson interviews Nadia Casey . Nadia is a comedy coach and comedy writer who teaches people how to be funny for a living, and in this episode, she shares how your humor reveals your values, invites like-minded people to your life, and functions as a bonding agent. She also teaches exactly how to be funnier in aw ay to connect with new potential friends. JOIN NADIA'S WORKSHOP This workshop is for people who want to learn to be naturally funnier in real life situations with other people. it'll be perfect to learn tactical strategies to increase playfulness and connection. March 19, 2026. Register here. ACCESS BONUS CONTENT As a member of our private digital community, you'll get BONUS content which includes Nadia's favorite shows, a strategy for bouncing back after a joke doesn't land, and links to three of her favorite "bits". Join now at betterfemalefriendships.com/podcast. READ "FIGHTING FOR OUR FRIENDSHIPS" WITH YOUR BOOK CLUB Grab…
People in this episode
Host: Danielle Bayard Jackson
Guest: Nadia Casey
Topics covered
- women's friendships
- humor
- comedy
- bonding
- connection
- values
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: betterfemalefriendships.com
Books & works: Fighting for our Friendships
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