By Brian Goulet
Audio Podcast of Goulet Q&A from GouletPens.com
Brian's been spending the last few days in NYC visiting the LAMY store in SoHo for a variety of events they're hosting. He was able to host a Q&A with good friend Kara Benz of Boho Berry and they recorded...
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks all about GPC to celebrate our 9th anniversary!
In this episode, I talk about the Art of Cursive Penmanship, making inks shade, and which pen features I'd like to see on more pens!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about #8 nibs, drying pens after cleaning, and salvaging yourself after an embarrassing pen leak!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about Fountain Pen Day, nib repair, and the best selling pen and ink at GPC. Enjoy!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about Conklin Empires, teaching himself new handwriting styles, and what’s surprised him (good and bad) after we’ve started selling it. Enjoy!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about filling a TWSBI GO from a sample vial, overcoming pen intimidation, and boutique pen brands!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about Italy, pen peeves, and Inktober!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about Pilot’s 100th anniversary pens, why fountain pens improve your handwriting, and what if he had to start all over!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about how fountain pens should write when tuned properly, how nibs are modified to have flex added, and whether or not videos have been important for the growth of Goulet Pens!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about making the leap to next level pens, how and why special editions happen, and his daily carries right now.
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about heat setting, which fountain pen he would be, and his greatest day at Goulet Pens!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about why bladder pens have disappeared, and what makes paper “fountain pen friendly”.
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about his biggest pen turn offs, yellowing resin, and collecting vs using!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about the softest gold nibs, rocker clips, and the one thing that drives him!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about dip testing nibs, converter ink capacities, and how swirly pen materials are made!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about 3D printed pens, boutique inks, and diluting inks.
In a very special Goulet Guests episode, Brian recently had the opportunity to sit down with the infamous & mysterious Nathan Tardif of Noodler's Ink Co, and learn more about the man behind the ink. Brian had previously interviewed Nathan...
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about different nib coatings, hooded nibs, and launching a new product from start to finish!
In this episode, I talk about some next level pens, what it's like moving buildings and websites, and my 5 criteria in an EDC pen.
Brian had the privilege of hosting Giuseppe Aquilla, CEO of Montegrappa, at the Goulet Pens office in May 2018 and we made time for a video interview! They talked about the history of the company, Montegrappa's Italian roots, the process...
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about highlighting over fountain pen ink, balancing work and marriage at home, and the craziest pen material he's seen!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about pens reflecting personalities, his favorite pen we've never sold, and what paper he'll never use!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about our new GouletPens.com, oblique nibs, and what he's reading lately.
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about our new GouletPens.com launch, what makes ink "good quality", and his ethics around why he only review products we sell. Enjoy!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian takes on a dozen pen questions! Rapid fire!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about meeting Richard Binder and Nathan Tardif, pointless breather holes, teaching fountain pen writing to your kids, and if college was a waste for me!
In lieu of a regular Q&A today, I've got a special Goulet Guest interview for you! I recently connected with Christine McAlister, author of her new book, The Income Replacement Formula: 7 Simple Steps To Doing What You Love &...
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about large grips, the best collector brand, and Goulet Pens social media strategy!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about if he'll consider selling on Amazon, collaborating with pen brands on exclusive designs, and his biggest business setbacks.
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about exclusive inks, how his taste for pens has changed, and when pen boxes matter!
David Parker, from the Figboot on Pens YouTube channel, recently stopped by the Goulet Pens office, so we sat down and he allowed me to pick his brain! As a fellow fountain pen vlogger, there was a lot to discuss....
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about pens that impress non-pen people, stone paper, and fountain pen jokes!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about Where to Start if you know nothing, Durable Bottles, and What Makes Nibs Good.
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about Grippy Grips, Why Waterproofness Matters, and Why Pen Turning Started Goulet.
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about his favorite "meeting" pens, interesting nibs, and textured paper.
Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with the legendary Dante Delvecchio, now a pen expert at Pineider. Dante and I discuss the history of Pineider, design choices on these pens, and the new soft nib he developed.
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about how to compare paper, what he misses by skipping pen shows, and why meetings suck (but shouldn't).
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about Visconti QC, stub nibs, and his dream interview guest!
Since the move to our new office in August 2017 , we've been bombarded with requests to see the space! It has taken a few months to get settled in, and we've had to finish up a few design elements...
Back in December 2017, I had the opportunity to sit down with Head of Product Development/R&D Marco Achenbach while touring LAMY’s headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany. Marco was a great sport, sitting down and doing an interview with me with very...
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about dismantling your pens, if Goulet will carry more cheap Chinese pens, and where you should go to resell your pens.
On 1/29/18 Brian Goulet and David Parker of Figboot On Pens did a joint Instagram live broadcast where they discussed how David chose Figboot as his name, how to address trolls and haters, Lamy's factory, and a whole lot more!
In this Goulet Q&A Episode, Brian talks about flex nib design, if demonstrators are a fad, and influencers he follows!
In December 2017, I had the distinct pleasure of getting to tour the LAMY headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany. During my time there, I was able to sit down and interview LAMY's CEO, Bernhard Roesner. It was my honor to sit...
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about architect nibs, his inspirations, and why stationery stores are dying off.
This week’s Goulet Guest is a special one, because I (Brian) was able to sit down with Brian Gray of Edison Pens while I was visiting him for the first time in Milan, Ohio. We talk about each of our...
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about his favorite mid-priced pen, scratchy stubs, and what he thinks of picky pen buyers!
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about good pens for writing fast, stuff for newbies on a tight budget, and why people are so passionate about fountain pens.
In this Goulet Q&A episode, Brian talks about his trip to Lamy HQ, how he’d design an ink bottle, and his top 5 favorite demonstrators.