The Pen Addict

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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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December 05, 2023593: You know, Wisky
It’s the Battle of the Abs this week! No, not Brad and Myke, but between our good friends at Montegrappa and Graf von Faber Castell. They also discuss Wisky, a possible rename of the Pilot Explorer, and Brad stationery preps for vacation.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring the world’s best pizza to your own backyard. Discount automatically applied at checkout.
Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $40 or more.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Kaweco Perkeo Infrared Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict Wisky Capless – Threads Pilot's 2023 Japan LE Capless, coming December 16th – @fudefan – Threads Pilot Explorer Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict New Pilot Explorer – Pilot – Instagram The Juicy Broads Weekly LIVE with Vanessa & Lori! - YouTube Time with Tata - YouTube Sidekick Calendar Companion The Pen Addict #386: Massive Massive Mistake - Relay FM Graf von Faber-Castell - Pen of the Year 2020 Sparta Montegrappa - Gladiator 105 fountain pens mark 105 BCE: the year the Gladiator Games premiered as a public spectacle. For our new Warriors Series edition, Rome’s… – Instagram Psychedelic Desk Mat — Enigma Stationery Field Notes | Group Eleven Fisher Space Pen Bullet Ballpoint Pen in Cerakote® Elite Navy Blue wit - Goldspot Pens Fisher Space Pen Bullet Ballpoint Pens - Bullet Space Pens Kuretake ZIG Cartoonist Mangaka Outline Pen - 05 - Black | JetPens
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53min
November 29, 2023592: Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Brad is joined by Ana Reinert from The Well-Appointed Desk to help out with all of your holiday stationery needs. Or maybe they just shop for themselves instead.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password 'penaddict' for this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door.
Guest Starring:
Ana Reinert
Links and Show Notes:
Kaweco Collector's Edition Perkeo Fountain Pens
Platinum Preppy Fountain Pen WA Limited Edition - Yagasuri
Cult Pens Exclusive Skyline Sport Fountain Pen Transparent Silver by K
Caran d'Ache Keith Haring Special Edition 849 Ballpoint Pen — The Gentleman Stationer
Opus 88 Koloro Pink
TWSBI Vac700R Fountain Pens | JetPens
Waterman Tender Purple Ink - 50 ml Bottle | JetPens
Pen Type-C – CW&T
Nahvalur (Narwhal) Limited Edition Nautilus Ebonite Fountain Pens
Anodized Aluminum "Pocket Six" Fountain Pen | Schon DSGN
Leonardo Aloha Momento Zero Limited Edition Fountain Pens
Diamine Inkvent 2023 Calendar Purple Edition
Wearingeul Becoming Witch Ink Set
Hightide Co. Sandglasses — The Gentleman Stationer
BSC - Tray Trio – Amarillo Stationery
Imari Crown Rest
Rickshaw Bags Rainbow Fountain Pens Pen Cases - Etsy
EDC Wallet - 100% Handmade in Turkey - Galen Leather
Ocean Blue - Leather Zippered 3 Slots Pen Case | Galen Leather
Stocking Stuffer Ideas - The Well-Appointed Desk
Journals & Notebooks – Curiosa - Purveyors of Extraordinary Things
Sailor Dipton + Hocoro - Dip Pen and Shimmering Ink Set - Limited Edit – Yoseka Stationery
Search Results for "eric small things" | JetPens
Shop — The Pen Addict
Santa Stationery Kit Letter From Santa 5 Pack - Etsy
skylabletterpress - Etsy
Leather Flap Pen Case for Five Pens - Crazy H. Brown - Galen Leather
YSTUDIO Pens: Sleek & Robust Fountain Pens - Add to description - Goldspot Pens
Midori 5 Year Diary - Gate - Red | JetPens
Porcelain Hedgehog Brush Rest – St. Louis Art Supply
DIY: Make Your Own Pen Flush - The Well-Appointed Desk
Preground Nibs – All in the Nib
Custom Nib Studio
Well Appointed Desk
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1h 16min
November 22, 2023591: I'm Thankful for Ballpoint Pens
It’s Thanksgiving week in the US, and Brad wonders “What stationary are we thankful for?” He and Myke discuss that, why there aren’t more interesting ink cartridge sampler packs, and the next pen Brad must have.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Wildgrain: Get FREE croissants in every box and $30 off your first box.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Kaweco ART Sport Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Kaweco ART Sport Review — The Pen Addict Pen Chalet Holiday Gift Guide 2023 TWSBI ECO Cream and Rose Gold – Instagram A Gathering of Curiosities Pen frustration, pen magic — A Gathering of Curiosities Uni Jetstream x Karimoku – Instagram YSTUDIO Ocean Sustainable Rollerball Pen Review — The Pen Addict YSTUDIO Ocean Sustainable Rollerball Pen Review — The Pen Addict Pineider - Ink Cartridges Blue Kaweco Cartridge 10 colors – Vanness Diamine Mixed Ink Set - 20 Cartridges | JetPens Cortex Brand (@cortexbrand) – Instagram Spoke Design Spoke Design (@spokedesign) – Instagram
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59min
November 15, 2023590: Writing With the Theme of Writing
The Uni Kuru Toga Dive is launching a new color. Will you be able to get one? One can only hope! Brad also brings up a new-to-him pen, which Myke quickly derails into madness.
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: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password 'penaddict' for this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
ShipStation: Set your business up for holiday season success. Get a FREE 60-day trial.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Sidekick Notepad by Cortex Brand Uni Kuru Toga Dive Purple Iridescent – Instagram Uni Kuru Toga Dive Mechanical Pencil Review — The Pen Addict Inky Rocks - YouTube Tokyo Pen Show Haul - Inky Rocks - YouTube Alesa (@inky.rocks) – Instagram S.T. Dupont Defi Millennium Stealth Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet S.T. Dupont Defi Millennium Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Aurora Vintage Duo-cart Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet S.T. Dupont Declaration of Independence Limited Edition Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet S.T. Dupont Lighters Accessories – Pen Chalet S.T. Dupont Declaration of Independence Limited Edition Line 2 Lighters – Pen Chalet Mike’s Pen Fun Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict Montblanc 149 / 146 Complete Disassembly - YouTube Montblanc Service Guide New Kinokuniya location Opening in Georgia — Kinokuniya USA Sakura Pigma Holder Review — The Pen Addict
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1h 4min
November 08, 2023589: 1 2 3 4 Inks
Brad is back from Fountain Pen Day at Atlas Stationers, and, to the shock of no one, has a lot to discuss.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring the world’s best pizza to your own backyard. Discount automatically applied at checkout.
Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $40 or more.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback As the maker of the G2, America's number one selling gel pen, we're THRILLED to introduce the NEW G2 Edge, the ultimate in high-performance… | Instagram Brad Dowdy (@penaddict) – Instagram Brad's Drop Kick Shipping – Instagram Fountain Pen Day Live Podcast – Atlas Stationers – YouTube 2024 Midori Hibino Diary (Blue Green) — Enigma Stationery @idipbananasintocoffee’s Substack @idipbananasintocoffee – Instagram Brad's Otto Hutt Design 03 – Instagram Atlas Exclusives | Atlas Stationers Esterbrook 2GO Cup – Esterbrook Pens Caran d'Ache Keith Haring A5 Notebook - Dot | Atlas Stationers Otto Hutt Design 03 Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict
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52min
November 01, 2023588: Thick Paper Means Fountain Pens Work
It’s Horror Story time! Did Brad have a nightmare with Platinum Chou Kuro? He goes over his latest review, and gets ready for Fountain Pen Day.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password 'penaddict' for this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Retro 51: Life's too short to carry an ugly pen. Shop now and use the code PAJOLLY for a special treat with your shipment.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Platinum Chou Kuro Black Ink Review — The Pen Addict Vantablack - Wikipedia Ungeniused #191: Vantablack - Relay FM Messes were made. #penaddict | Instagram Inkxplorations An Inky Survey - Please Fill Out! — The Pen Addict Fountain Pen Day Atlas Stationers Brad Dowdy (@penaddict) • Instagram Alex's Vanishing Point
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1h 3min
October 25, 2023587: I’m Not in a Month Long Meeting
How many different notebooks do you use in a single day? Brad dissects some interesting poll results, creates a business meeting stationary kit, and dips his toes into the world of fude nibs.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Wildgrain: Get FREE croissants in every box and $30 off your first box.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Brad's Notebook Poll Pen Type-B – CW&T 55 66 88 by CW&T by cw&t — Kickstarter Meet Your Maker: Ben Stewart, Mayfair Pens — The Pen Addict Mayfair Pen Company Sailor Dipton Ink & Hocoro Dip Pens – Pen Chalet Brad Dowdy (@penaddict) • Instagram photos and videos My Fountain Pen Education: Nakaya Naka-Ai Writer Ao-Tamenuri — The Pen Addict Blackwing 602 Pencils (12 pack) Sinclair Model R The Cortex Brand Mark One Mark Three – Studio Neat Sidekick Notepad
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54min
October 18, 2023586: Only 19,996 to Go
The Business Boys are back at it this week, with updates from both Brad and Myke on what they are working on. They also tackle a stationary thought experiment.
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password 'penaddict' for this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Shipstation: Set your business up for holiday season success. Get a FREE 60-day trial.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Spoke Design Spoke Roady / Model 2 – Spoke Design Roady / Groove Poly Blaze – Spoke Design Roady XL / Groove Blaze Shiny Titanium – Spoke Design Roady XL / Groove Black Shiny Titanium – Spoke Design Fountain Pen Pharmacist Cortex Brand Samalpert's Post on Instagram Roady / Groove Poly Blaze – Spoke Design Rotring 600 Drafting Pencil Review — The Pen Addict My Fountain Pen Education: The Pilot Murex — The Pen Addict The Superior Labor Leather Pen and Wallet Case - Light Brown – Wonder Pens The Cortex Mark One Mark Three – Studio Neat Gourmet Pens: Platinum #3776 Urushi Raden Galaxy Starlight Fountain Pen Sinclair Model R
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50min
October 11, 2023585: No, Not That One
The London Pen Show this past weekend was epic, and neither Brad or Myke were there to witness it. Myke has already added the next show in the Spring to his calendar. Brad also discusses pen cleaning, and gives a Top 100 update.
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: Now accepting pre-orders for Inkvent 2023. Shop online with code PENADDICT for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $40 or more.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback UK Pen Shows John Foye (@stjohnspens) • Instagram Sean (@londonpenco) • Instagram Penultimate Dave (@penultimatedave) • Instagram Toyooka @ The London Pen Show Luer Syringe Pen Cleaning Tool System | Schon DSGN Brad using the Schon DSGN Luer - YouTube Bleistift - Any old pencil won't do LAMY 2000 – Set / DEMAG - Bleistift The Pen Addict Membership 18 of the first 20 pens in the #PA100 – Pen Addict – Instagram My Fountain Pen Education: The Pilot Murex — The Pen Addict Pilot Custom Heritage 912 with FA Nib: A Review — The Pen Addict Namiki Yukari Maki-e Fountain Pen - Milky Way - The Goulet Pen Company Nakaya Portable Sailor Pro Gear King of Pen Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict
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53min
October 04, 2023584: That Tube Needs a Home
Every tube deserves a home. Brad welcomes Myke back to the show, only to be told where to put his pen tubes. That’s right, Myke gets his payback on Brad’s desk tour!
This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:
Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password 'penaddict' for this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Retro 51: Life's too short to carry an ugly pen. Shop now and use the code PABOO for a special treat with your shipment.
Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Relay FM for St. Jude The Pen Addict #583: The Soft Stuff - Relay FM The Pen Addict Raffle for St. Jude is a Wrap - Thank You! — The Pen Addict Podcastathon 2023 (Part 1) - YouTube Podcastathon 2023 (Part 2) - YouTube Brad's Desk Tour for Relay FM and St. Jude - YouTube Brad's Product Piles – Instagram Fountainpen Box 100 | Toyooka Craft Co SCUF Custom Controllers Analog Office Fountain Pen Day Atlas Stationers NFP Design Block 6 Pen Box Review — The Pen Addict NFP Design Ink Review #2345: Platinum Chou Kuro — Mountain of Ink Brad's Instagram
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