Brad Dowdy
Co-host of The Pen Addict and stationery reviewer who provides in-depth commentary on pens, inks, retailers, and maker interviews, and frequently shares hands-on impressions and store-visit recaps.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 56min
Using PLOTTER as a Tool with Brad Dowdy
Brad Dowdy, The Pen Addict — longtime stationery writer and podcast creator. He shares his path from hobby to full-time stationery work. He talks about balancing analog and digital, playful fountain-pen experiments, and why he switched to a PLOTTER Narrow binder. He explains how he structures pages for work, travel, and keepsakes.
Jun 23, 2020 • 1h 38min
102: Analog Productivity with Brad Dowdy
Brad Dowdy, founder of The Pen Addict, dives into his journey of balancing analog and digital productivity. He shares his struggle with focus and time blocking, offering insights on enhancing creativity through pen and paper. Dowdy humorously discusses the chaos of schedule disruptions and shares his 'Analog Download' method for managing thoughts. The chat also highlights the joy of fine writing instruments and the cognitive benefits of handwriting, encouraging listeners to embrace a mix of analog tools to elevate their productivity.
