The Pen Addict

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

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

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

The hosts discuss the blackest black fountain pen ink, comparing it to Vanta black. They share positive experiences with the ink's performance and ease of cleaning. They reflect on the significance of fountain pens and the quality of paper. The misconception that thicker paper is better for fountain pens is discussed, along with upcoming events for Fountain Pen Day. They express excitement for pen meetups and an upcoming pen show event. Humorous stories of pen mishaps and accidents are shared, bringing amusement. The hosts also share their own anxiety and frustration with a pen mishap and advise against using a pen on a plane.

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

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

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

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

Mike Matteson, a pen enthusiast and YouTuber, joins Brad on this episode. They discuss Mike's YouTube milestone, his local Pelikan Hub, favorite inks, and what makes a great pen show experience. They also talk about creating content for YouTube, ranking pilot nibs, favorite nibs, new pen ink, improving pen shows, the importance of Wi-Fi, fundraising for St. Jude, and their social media presence and giveaway.

All of the ASK TPA! Ok, maybe not all of it, but Brad and Myke dig into the mailbag and answer your questions. Keep them coming! 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. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Relay FM for St. Jude - Donate Today Planners - LEUCHTTURM1917 Stalogy 365 Days Notebook (B6) – The Journal Shop Stationery Shops Map | All Things Stationery Review: Pilot Penmanship Fountain Pen — The Pen Addict Sailor Compass 1911 Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict Platinum Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Pilot Custom Heritage 91 Fountain Pen Black Pilot Custom 74 Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet The Epic Refill Reference Guide: Rollerball, Gel and Ballpoints - The Well-Appointed Desk Gelly Roll Classic 06 Pen Amazon: Kokuyo B5 KB Paper TWSBI ECO Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Sailor 1911S SE Jellyfish Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet