The Pen Addict

By Relay

The Pen Addict is a weekly fix for all things stationery. Pens, pencils, paper, ink – you name it, and Brad Dowdy and Myke Hurley are into it. Join as they geek out over the analog tools they love so ... more

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The Pen Addict episodes:

August 13, 2026729: My Left-Handedness
Brad and Myke clean up a few bits of remaining Stationary Fest news before getting into a mistake purchase that might end up being a happy maker for everyone involved. They also touch on the Brasstown coming back, and wild stuff from Platinum.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.
Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback A Space Walk | Stationery Fest 2026 We Met Ryder Carroll – Instagram Ryder Carroll - Relay Brad's Techo Kaigi – Yoseka Stationery - YouTube ROTERFADEN - Taschenbegleiter [BKxRoterfaden] NU_23 Natural // Sage (A5) – Baum-kuchen The Roterfaden Shop — The Gentleman Stationer Last page in my sketchbook – Writing at Large Rickshaw Brasstown – Instagram The Pen Addict X Rickshaw Sinclair Model R — The Pen Addict The Namisu Gravity Titanium Pen – Instagram Multi Pen Dimensions: Tombow Zoom 828fp "Egg" Fountain Pen Gloss Black Adventures in Nib Salvage – Platinum Glamour – Inktronics The Namisu Ixion Pocket – Instagram Gravity Titanium Pocket Pen – Kickstarter Nahvalur Original Limited Edition Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Nahvalur Original Plus Collection Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Lamy Lx Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Platinum Price Sept 📈 : r/fountainpens Information on product price revision | Platinum fountain pen Tiny, Affordable, and Surprisingly Good: Platinum’s New Pocket Pen - Fudefan - YouTube
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58min
August 06, 2026728: Walking Around With the President of PEN
Brad and Myke are back from Stationery Fest, and what an amazing event it was. They break it all down in this week’s episode, including the pros, cons, and stationery acquired. And then Myke causes Brad to lose it.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Kaleidocraft: Playful stationery and functional goods. Get 15% off and an exclusive Pen Addict washi insert with code penaddict.
Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Use code penaddict50off
Enigma Stationery: Unique items, top brands and hard-to-find imports. Get $10 off.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback Stationery Fest Stationery Fest – Instagram The Pen Addict – Instagram Myke Hurley – Instagram Going to Stationery Fest with Pen Addict! - Yoseka Stationery – YouTube The Pen Addict #268: Hot Breaking Footage - Relay The Pen Addict #269: We Sold Everything - Relay LAMY Lx Fountain Pen | LAMY Shop LAMY Lx Blue – Instagram PLOTTER USA whosming – Instagram Panty Cat – Instagram egguguma – Instagram oncemorewithlove – Instagram liliuhms – Instagram Stationery Cardigan – Instagram kyuseido – Instagram Special Edition Fountain Pen #10 - Fizzy Pink Lemonade | Enigma Stationery Landa Ruen Art - Book Stack Watercolor Kit | Enigma Stationery Kayou+ Aimvision Pro Mechanical Pencil The Superior Labor x Yoseka UNION Collection – Yoseka Stationery The Superior Labor x Yoseka UNION Sacoche – Yoseka Stationery Miho Nyanko OnceMoreWithLove Tamiko Sidore Uni Jetstream 4&1 Metal Multi Pen Review — The Pen Addict Uni-ball One P + ZENTO Refill Set — G Irogami Limited Edition
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1h 22min
July 29, 2026727: We’re Heading to Stationery Fest!
Brooklyn, we are in your house! Brad and Myke are headed to Stationery Fest, and take you through their prep, schedule, and planned shenanigans at what they hope is an epic event.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Kaleidocraft: Playful stationery and functional goods. Get 15% off and an exclusive Pen Addict washi insert with code penaddict.
Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback Stationery Fest Stationery Fest – Instagram Pen Addict – Instagram Our Stationery Fest Panel Schedule – Instagram Stationery Fest 2026 | Marketplace and Courtyard Map — Stationery Fest Washi Wallet: Portable Washi Tape Holder & Organizer – Kaleidocraft Prints New York Travel Journal Tour 🗽 - Abbey Sy - YouTube Hachimonjiya Online Store Kobeha Keikaku The Superior Labor WHOSMiNG Shop Idea_Switch – Instagram Leonardo Officina Italiana x Wearingeul Pixie Box Set – Pen Chalet Delta DV Glow Up Oro – Pen Chalet Bluey's House at CAMP New York City | Camp
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52min
July 23, 2026726: Blue Refill Hotdog
Top 10 Pen, Part Deux! Not really, but some slight adjustments were made, plus new Top 10 lists were considered. Brad also has the new LAMY Safaris in hand, and Kaweco is getting prepped for a big Summer.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Kaleidocraft: Playful stationery and functional goods. Get 15% off and an exclusive Pen Addict washi insert with code penaddict.
Enigma Stationery: Unique items, top brands and hard-to-find imports. Get $10 off.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback Stationery Fest If I Can Only Keep 10 Pens — Spin the Compass Washi Wallet: Portable Washi Tape Holder & Organizer – Kaleidocraft Prints Breakroom Chronicles – Instagram Uni-ball One P + ZENTO Refill Set — G Irogami Limited Edition Lamy Special Edition Safari Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet A Bizness Day Planner Sticker Sheet | Enigma Stationery Robot Dance Battle | Enigma Stationery Zento | Enigma Stationery ⁣Lunar Sport – Kaweco Kaweco Perkeo Fountain Pen Iridescent Pearl – Kaweco ⁣Collection Fountain Marble Ocean – Kaweco Kaweco Sport Collection Marble Ocean | Stilo&Stile Pilot Metropolitan Limited Edition – Instagram Dominant Industry Keyno Stay.tionery Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict
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1h 2min
July 16, 2026725: I Will Admit When I'm Wrong But I'm Not
Brad and Myke took the 10 Fountain Pen Challenge this week, so tune in to hear what they would keep, and how difficult this proved to be! They also discuss ANOTHER LAMY Safari release, and stunning ne Field Notes.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.
Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback Stationery Fest Brad's 🌭 – Instagram Lamy Meteorite and Meteora – Pen Chalet Maurice Moves - YouTube Field Notes | Paletas If I Could Only Keep 10 Fountain Pens… – Inky Imaginings My Fountain Pen Education: The Pilot Murex — The Pen Addict Gourmet Pens: Platinum #3776 Urushi Raden Galaxy Starlight Fountain Pen The Anatomy of a Stacked Nib – Tokyo Station Pens Lamy Safari White Red Clip Fountain Pen | eBay My Fountain Pen Education: The Pilot M90 Limited Edition — The Pen Addict Namiki Yukari Milky Way Sailor King of Pen Royal Tangerine | Fountain Pen Quest Sailor Pro Gear King of Pen Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict Japan Blue Fountain Pen | Wancher Nakaya Portable Cigar Ao-tamenuri Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict Haleakala Silhouette Fountain Pen - Kanilea Pen Co. Kyoku haku | Pen Chalet Kyoku haku Pen Carrying Cases Accessories – Pen Chalet Diplomat Aero Rhomb Flame Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet NAKAYA Cigar Piccolo Kikyo Platinum 3776 Nice Lavende - Pen Chalet Pilot Custom 845 Urushi Fountain Pen Vermilion Red Ebonite Sailor Pro Gear - Orange — The Clicky Post Pilot Vanishing Point/Capless Fountain Pens - A Quick Comparison — The Pen Addict History of BUNGUBOX Original Fountain Pen Pen Review: Pilot Custom Heritage 912 with PO Nib — The Gentleman Stationer
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1h 8min
July 09, 2026724: Hotdog on a Ring
Brad has many new products to discuss this week, including the uniball &knot pen that has him thoroughly confused.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.
Enigma Stationery: Unique items, top brands and hard-to-find imports. Get $10 off.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback Sailor Que Será Erasable Gel Ink Pen Review — The Pen Addict ISOT Award-Winning Products Maruman Spiral Note Refill Maker - CARL Sun-Star Stickyle Ballsign iD Single Sonic Digi-tox The Routine Time Locker This is the best fountain pen accessory AND it only costs $1 – Extra Fine Writing Uniball &knot Ballpoint Point uniball™ &knot with Jetstream SXR-80-05 Ink, Ballpoint Pen Perfect Travel Pen or Pricey Novelty? Uniball's new &knot - fudefan - YouTube The Most Hyped Pen in Japan Just Got a Multi-Pen Upgrade - fudefan - YouTube The Zento Signature Craze: First Look at Uniball's Highly Sought-After New Rollerball - fudefan - YouTube Matome Collection Ikimasho - Craft Indigo — Matome Collection Keyno Stay.tionery 001 Serenity Fountain Pens Journals & Diaries | Enigma Stationery LAMY M17 Jetstream Ballpoint Pen Refill - EF (0.5 mm) - Black | Enigma Stationery If I Could Only Keep 10 Fountain Pens… – Inky Imaginings If I Could Only Keep 10 Fountain Pens… – The Well-Appointed Desk If I could only keep 10 fountain pens – The Well-Appointed Desk
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1h 6min
July 02, 2026723: I Bet the Paper Is Terrible
Brad is back from the St. Louis Pen Show with many tales to tell. Also pens, and quite the interesting notebook. And Myke joins the Zento club!
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Use code penaddict50off
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback St. Louis Pen Show 2026 King Brad – Instagram Pilot 2026 Limited Edition Vanishing Point Golden Journe Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Nahvalur (Narwhal) Fireworks Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Benu Hand Painted Talisman Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Keyno Stay.tionery 001 Serenity Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet D² Arts Tordre - Glow Stix Fountain Pens – D Squared Arts Nwt Gucci Red And Blue Geometric Notebook | Poshmark New York Stationery Fest The Stationer 2026 Dutch Pen Show Recap — The Pen Addict My ✨ Most Intentional ✨ Pen Show Haul Yet? • First Dutch Pen Show Experience - YouTube Sailor Que Será Ballpoint Pen - 0.8mm – Yoseka Stationery
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49min
June 25, 2026722: St. Louis Pen Show Preview, Featuring Ana Reinert!
It’s St. Louis Pen Show time! Brad is on the way, and he brings on St. Louis Show expert Ana Reinert, from The Well-Appointed Desk, to discuss what to expect.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Enigma Stationery: Unique items, top brands and hard-to-find imports. Get $10 off.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.
Guest Starring:
Ana Reinert
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback The Well-Appointed Desk The Well-Appointed Desk Shop Top 5 Stationery Favorites For 2026 Soola pouch Pencil Review: LEUCHTTURM1917 Drehgriffel Mechanical Pencil (Dusty Rose) Notebook Review: Mark’s Inc. EDiT B7 Grid Notebook Pentel Multi 8 Visconti Mirage Mythos Persephone Colorverse Erebus Crater Midori Carton Opener St. Louis Pen Show Ana's Classes Vendor List
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1h 3min
June 18, 2026721: A Pen of All Time
It has arrived, and it is glorious! What exactly? Brad’s new MD Product notebook for one, and a certain Delta fountain pen for two. All that, plus the only two fountain pens anyone needs!
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback New York Stationery Fest The Pen Addict #720: Feeding Your Creativity - Relay St. Louis Pen Show Kokuyo Auxiliary Hardcover Notebook Fountain Pen Friendly Ledger – The Paper Mind MD Notebook B6 Slim Pen Addict Edition — The Pen Addict Shop In Real Life! – The Stationer The Stationer – Instagram Tiger King of Pen – Penaddict – Instagram Delta DV Original Midsize Orange/Primary Manip. 4.5 Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Pentel Multi 8 Lead Holder Review — The Pen Addict Galen Leather Co. Legacy Collection Galen X Nock Co - Sinclair Pen Cas Galen Leather Co. Legacy Collection Galen X Nock Co - Lookout Pen Case
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47min
June 11, 2026720: Feeding Your Creativity
Brad is joined this week by Toni Palumbo of Feed Your Creativity. Toni has been making the pen and stationery show rounds over the past few years, and has been documenting it all for her YouTube Channel. Listen in for fun adventures!
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Enigma Stationery: Unique items, top brands and hard-to-find imports. Get $10 off.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.
Guest Starring:
Toni Palumbo
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback Feed Your Creativity on YouTube Feed Your Creativity on Instagram Feed Your Creativity: Papier Plume Feed Your Creativity: DC SUPERSHOW 2025 Little Hollow Customs Monster Finger Tombow Mono Sand Eraser Kaleidocraft Washi Wallet The Crop Adopt a Pals beau Q Creations
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57min

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