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The Pen Addict

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 dearly. Hosted by Brad Dowdy and Myke Hurley.

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636: "Strictly Limited" Oct 16, 2024

Show notes

If you were contracted to sign your name 100 times, and the pen you were given to sign with was not up to par, at what point would you stop signing? Also, if over 5000 units of a pen is made, is it a limited edition?

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring restaurant quality pizza to your home. Discount automatically applied at checkout.
Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT24 for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $50 or more.

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Caran d'Ache Fixpencil Review — The Pen Addict

rOtring 800 | rOtring

Jacob | Pilot's new Iroshizuku inks officially launched today | Instagram

Origami Ink - Hopping Frogs Rollerball

Fine Writing Artisan Desktop | Origami Ink | Asheville

Fundraiser for Jonathan and Cathie Robbins by Bryce Gillett : Help Restore Origami Ink in the Biltmore Village

Fundraiser by Jonathan and Cathie Robbins : Please Help Us Rebuild Asheville's Beloved Origami Ink

LAMY Global: LAMY 200 Pine Green – Instagram

Lamy 2000 Special Edition Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet

A Unique LAMY 2000 Pen Set – Sotheby's

Pencil Sharpener Battle: Classroom Friendly vs. Uni KH-20 — The Pen Addict

Kum Masterpiece Pencil Sharpener Review — The Pen Addict

KUM Automatic Brake Long Point Pencil Sharpener - 2.0 mm or 3.2 mm + 2 Spare Blades - Blue | JetPens

Palomino KUM Blackwing Automatic Brake Long Point 2 Step Pencil Sharpener Review — The Pen Addict

635: Top 10 Mechanical Pencils Oct 09, 2024

Show notes

Subtitle: All Pencils, All the Time

In keeping with October’s pencil theme, Brad discusses his favorite wooden pencils he has been using. Then, he and Myke break down their top mechanical pencil choices.

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.

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Musgrave Pencil Co. Tennessee Red Review — The Pen Addict

Pencil Graphite Hardness Explained

Aggretsuko | Netflix

Tombow Mono KM-KKS 4B Pencil Review — The Pen Addict

Blackwing Eras Pencil Review — The Pen Addict

Gourmet Pens Club

Pentel GraphGear 1000 Drafting Pencils | JetPens

Draft/Matic Mechanical Pencil – ALVIN Drafting, LLC

Tombow Mono Graph Shaker Mechanical Pencils - Standard | JetPens

Pentel Sharp Kerry Mechanical Pencils: Stylish & Dependable | JetPens

Uni Kuru Toga Roulette Mechanical Pencils | JetPens

Uni Shift Pipe Lock Drafting Pencils | JetPens

Pentel Smash Drafting Pencil - 0.5 mm | JetPens

Spoke Pencil Model 4 – Spoke Design

Pentel Sharp Drafting Pencils | JetPens

rOtring 600 Mechanical Pencil 1 | rOtring

Drehgriffel Nr. 2, Pencil - LEUCHTTURM1917

Mark Three – Studio Neat

Cortex Brand Prototype Stream - YouTube

634: You're Not the Only Cool Guy in Town Oct 02, 2024

Show notes

Can Brad manage to use a pencil as his primary writing instrument every day this month? Given all of his new pens, it will be a challenge. Plus, Myke has a secret.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Hinze Pens: Custom hand made fountain pens, made using traditional methods.
ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free.
Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door.

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Relay for St. Jude

The Pen Addict for St. Jude, Week Four! — The Pen Addict

Uni Kuru Toga Metal Mechanical Pencil Review — The Pen Addict

Blackwing Pearl | Blackwing602.com

Tennessee Red Cedar Pencils | Musgrave Pencil Company

Uni Kuru Toga Dive Mechanical Pencil Review — The Pen Addict

Uni Kuru Toga Mechanical Pencils: Auto Rotating Leads | JetPens

Thinking Tools by LAMY | There are two kinds of companions we wouldn’t want to miss from our lives: The pens who keep our darkest secrets and the dogs who brighten… – LAMY Global – Instagram

The Ajoto Pocket Pen – Kickstarter

The Journeyman Pen by Wingback – Kickstarter

The Jester and the Muse – Kickstarter

River City Pen Company

Meet Your Maker: Rich Paul, River City Pen Company — The Pen Addict

Uni Alpha Gel Switch Mechanical Pencil Review — The Pen Addict

633: Everyone Send Myke Stuff Sep 25, 2024

Show notes

Well, that will teach Myke to take a week off to help raise money for St. Jude!

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.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.

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Relay for St. Jude Podcastathon 2024 - YouTube

Brad Dowdy – I won an award! – Instagram

The Pen Addict for St. Jude, Week Four! — The Pen Addict

Brad's 🔥 post on Mastodon

Esterbrook Pen Company (@esterbrook_official) – Instagram

Plotter Leather Binder Collection by Mini 5 Size - Plotter USA

WalltownPens - Etsy

Meet Your Maker: Brett Arnold, Walltown Pens — The Pen Addict

MEGA Unboxing Day! - Brad Talking about Goulet - YouTube

The AJOTO Pocket Pen by AJOTO — Kickstarter

632: Reaching Stationery Nirvana Sep 18, 2024

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Have you ever wondered what planner is perfect for you? April Wu has tried more than most, and is looking at new options for 2025 herself. We discuss that, working pen shows with PLOTTER and Traveler’s Company, and how many glass pens is too many.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT24 for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $50 or more.
Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring restaurant quality pizza to your home. Discount automatically applied at checkout.

Guest Starring:

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The Penguin Post | April Wu | Substack

PenguinsCreative - Twitch

April Wu (@penguinscreative) – Instagram

Designphil Inc.

Sterling Ink

TAKE A NOTE Official Store

Glassophy (@g_glassophy) – Instagram

Tokyo Inklings

Lin Pan (@pollypan) – Instagram

Glass Studio Aun (@glass_studio_aun_staff) – Instagram

Hanabi Glass

USA Road Trip with Traveler’s Company Caravan

631: Won't Somebody Do Something About These Notebooks? Sep 11, 2024

Show notes

Brad has always been an active stationery user, but is feeling especially writer-ish this time of year. He shares his goals for the remainder of the year - what are yours?

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.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.

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Donate to Relay for St. Jude

Relay for St. Jude Podcastathon 2024 - YouTube

The Pen Addict for St. Jude is Underway! — The Pen Addict

Esterbrook Pen Company – Instagram

Spoke – Spoke Design

Dime Novel Raven

Stalogy A6: I finished one! — Dime Novel Raven

Sutenai Recycled Washi Paper Note Pad Review — The Pen Addict

Sutenai Washi Paper Note Pad - A5 (Ruled) – Cute Things from Japan

I’ve Become Absolutely Obsessed With Ralph Nader’s Pens. Join Me on My Continuing Investigation. | Reviews by Wirecutter

Ralph Nader Tested and Dismissed Our Favorite Pens | Reviews by Wirecutter

GT - Tactile Turn, Winter 2022

A Thoroughly Considered Ranking of the F1 Intro - YouTube

Thoroughly Considered - Relay FM

Austin Kleon (@austinkleon) – Instagram

630: Lamitzy Sep 04, 2024

Show notes

There is a lot of news in the stationery world this week. Hobonichi launch issues, new Pilot Iroshizuku inks taking their place in the lineup, and … LAMY Jetstreams? Brad and Myke catch you up on all the happenings!

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Hinze Pens: Custom hand made fountain pens, made using traditional methods.
Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door.

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Donate to Relay for St. Jude

The Pen Addict for St. Jude is Underway! — The Pen Addict

Hobonichi madness and strategic lessons to be learned – Ask a Planner Nerd

Hobonichi Techo 2025

Hobonichi Store Exclusives - Hobonichi Techo 2025

The Theme System Journal by Cortex Brand

Plotter Narrow Notebook Review — The Pen Addict

Hobonichi 5-Year Techo Special Page - Hobonichi Techo 2025

Penfount

What is precious resin? – Penfount

Pilot Iroshizuku Shakeup – Droplr

Pilot Namiki Iroshizuku Bottled Ink (50ml) Fountain Pen Ink – Pen Chalet

LAMY pens with Jetstream Ink – Yahoo Japan

Lamy USA | Goodbye summer, hello autumn! 🍁 – Instagram

Sailor Tea Time Series 2024 – Instagram

629: An Inexact Science Aug 28, 2024

Show notes

Brad is back from San Francisco with a report on what he thinks is the best pen show in the land. Why is that? Who did he see? What did he buy? And there was no rest upon his return, with the launch of the Spoke Pen Model C.

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.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.

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Relay for St. Jude - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Relay for St. Jude 2024 – 512 Pixels

Yoseka Stationery - YouTube

SF Pen Show

Fog Cats

Opus Cineris

Brad Dowdy | I had the great honor of picking up my @opuscineris Harmonic nib from @stringsandpedals at the San Francisco Pen Show. I’m still all up in… | Instagram

River City Pen Company

Sunset Lavender OPAREX with Yellow Accents Modified (Slim) Westwood Mo – River City Pen Company

River City Pen Company | @oparex_opal ready for the @sfpenshow. We are counting the hours now…. Who’s going? | Instagram

River City Pen Company | This gear can only mean one thing… @oparex_opal is on the lathe. Coming to the @sfpenshow | Instagram

Tamenuri Studio

Tamenuri Studio - Michal Kulka (@tamenuri_studio) • Instagram

Brad Dowdy | Finally inked up my @tamenuri_studio fountain pen. Stunning work! I need to get the pen shape and finish specs from Michal - or find my… | Instagram

Musubi

Takegami Natural 120 | Musubi

Halus 90 | Musubi

Peru: Quechua; wool and alpaca | Musubi

Ink-a-Pet

Spoke Design

628: Stuffed Out Aug 21, 2024

Show notes

The final leg of Brad’s epic Summer adventure takes place this coming weekend at the San Francisco Pen Show. He discusses his plans for the event, and he and Myke break down two new products that have landed on Myke’s desk recently.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT24 for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $50 or more.
Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring restaurant quality pizza to your home. Discount automatically applied at checkout.

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ten. | the movie. - YouTube

Relay Turns 10 – 512 Pixels

Myke's Instagram post reflecting on Relay's 10th birthday – Instagram

Stationery Fest Recap: Will There Be a Stationery Fest 2025? Getting Ready for 2025 Planners! - YouTube

Drehgriffel Nr. 2, Pencil - LEUCHTTURM1917

Brad's Drehgriffel – Instagram

Drehgriffel Nr. 1 - LEUCHTTURM1917

iA ノートブック The Notebook for Writers

iA Notebook Review – Sulluzzu

Plotter Letterpress Refill Review — The Pen Addict

SF Pen Show

Classes (tuition based) – SF Pen Show

Show Map and Vendor List – SF Pen Show

Fountain Pens – Eboya

Urushi Studio BOKUMONDOH– Instagram

D Rocket Design Shop

Enigma Stationery

Glass Studio Aun – Instagram

Ink-a-Pet

Musubi

All in on art and play – Musubi

627: Pen Addict Privilege Aug 14, 2024

Show notes

Brad is back from Stationery Fest with all the stories. How did the event go? What went well, and poorly, from an organization standpoint. How awesome were the vendors, and what did he come home with? Listen in for a full event recap!

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.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT.

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Relay FM Launch Letter – 512 Pixels

Stationery Fest 2024

Exhibitors | Stationery Fest 2024

The Pen Addict Podcast Is Back! — The Pen Addict

Stationery Fest Haul! - Pen Addict - YouTube

Hobonichi Techo 2025 Preview Stadium

Cute Things from Japan

The Coffee Monsterz Co

Hachimonjiya

LIFE Noble Note - Ayame - Hachimonjiya

LIFE Noble Note - First Snow - Hachimonjiya

LIFE Noble Note - Beech Forest - Hachimonjiya

Kakimori

@rosestudio.2019 – Instagram

Example of the Rose Studio pen Brad had – Instagram

Hanabi Glass

Lennon Tool Bar – Instagram

Pouch Magazine

WHOSMiNG – Instagram

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