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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.

Copyright: Copyright © 2023 Relay FM

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246: Bursting at the Seams Mar 01, 2017

Show notes

The Field Notes Utility edition is in hand, and the internet has things to say. Brad reviews his copies, and also discusses vintage Kaweco pens, Lamy weirdness, and Staedtler Styli.

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.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping.
Harry's: Claim your free trial set!

Links and Show Notes

The Pen Addict Live 2017 - RelayCon Atlanta & DC Pen Show by NockCo — Kickstarter

Daily Bag – Minaal

Mobile Toolcase from Minaal

Cases — Nock Co.

Brad's Vintage Kaweco Pens - Instagram

Members — The Pen Addict

Kaweco History

Pen Chalet Ink Rewards Programme

Colorbook: Pen Addicts

Lydia's Artwork

Glenn's Artwork

Shawn's Artwork

Lamy Discontinued from Pure Pens

Samsung’s Staedtler stylus is roughly 5,000 times more awesome than the Apple Pencil - The Verge

12.9" inch iPad Pro Skins & Apple Pencil Skins // dbrand

Apple Pencil Wraps/Skins | Slickwraps

Leather Apple Pencil Grip Accessory | Pad & Quill

#MykeWasRight — Apple Pencil Hacks

Bullet Journal Companion App

Pen Addict Subreddit

JetPens Blue Black Pen Sampler Review — The Pen Addict

JetPens Pen Samplers - JetPens.com

Utility | Field Notes

Brad's Four Corners

Brad's Butt-Bend and Inks

Field Notes Utility Notebook Review — Lead Fast

Lamy - LAMY studio.

Leuchtturm1917 Pen Loop | Cult Pens

Paper Goods — Nock Co.

Write Notepads & Co.

Doane Paper

Retro 51 Slim Tornado Pens - Anderson Pens

Handmade American Metal Pens – Schon DSGN

Fisher Space Pen Co.

245: The Entire Thing is Orange Feb 22, 2017

Show notes

Brad is back from the Los Angeles Pen Show with wonderful tales and an epic haul. The Field Notes Utility Edition dropped during the live recording as well, so you can hear our first reactions. Plus, the coloring book to end all coloring books.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Mack Weldon: Smart underwear for smart guys. Get 20% off with the code PENADDICT.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code INK at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.

Links and Show Notes

The Pen Addict Live 2017 - RelayCon Atlanta & DC Pen Show by NockCo — Kickstarter

Daily Bag – Minaal

Mobile Toolcase from Minaal

This Guy Loves Pens More Than You Love Anything in the World | BDCWire

Alexander's Colorbook: Pen Addicts

Brad's Lamy Twitter Poll

Members — The Pen Addict

Stylo-Art Kinpaku (Gold Leaf) - Instagram

Brad's poorly lit pic of my Stylo-Art Kinpaku pen - Instagram

Nuclear Fallout Franklin-Christoph 02 - Instagram

Karas Kustoms Fountain K Mini

Karas Kustoms Retrakt Pen

Franz's Party Picture - Instagram

Thank You Los Angeles! What’s Next? — The Pen Addict

Lanier Update — Kickstarter

Utility | Field Notes

244: Club Safari Feb 15, 2017

Show notes

You can pry our Safari’s from our cold dead hands! Brad and Myke double down on their love for one of Lamy’s flagship pens. But did you notice one in their bag dumps? Interesting...

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.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code INK at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.

Links and Show Notes

The Pen Addict Live 2017 - RelayCon Atlanta & DC Pen Show by NockCo — Kickstarter

Jobs - Relay FM

Pen Review: Lamy AL-Star Pacific Special Edition 2017 (EF Nib) and Lamy Pacific Ink – The Well-Appointed Desk

A visit to one of the largest private Ink Collections - Album on Imgur

Leo Travels: Taipei - the ink collection - YouTube

Sailor 1911 Standard Fountain Pens - Pen Chalet

Introducing the Platinum 3776 Nice Lilas Fountain Pen - Pen Chalet

Alphabet Squire - Baron Fig

Brad's Alphabet Squire - Instagram

Aurora Flex 88 in 4K resolution - YouTube

Aurora Blue Black - Instagram

Kyoto Inks – Vanness

Lanier - Briefcase and Pouch — Nock Co.

Mountain Briefcase Made in USA | Topo Designs | Topo Designs

Chase Reeves - YouTube

Anker PowerCore+ 26800 Premium Portable Charger with: Amazon

Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones - Beats by Dre

Anker 60W 6-Port Family-Sized Desktop USB Charger with: Amazon

Cocoon Grid-It Small - Amazon

Ristretto - Messenger Bags – TOM BIHN

BullPup Backpack

This Was The XFL - ESPN Films: 30 for 30

Brad's Bag - Instagram

Brad's Open Bag - Instagram

Tools for efficient travel. – Minaal

Pelikan M205 Blue Marbled Fountain Pens - Pen Chalet

TWSBI Diamond 580AL Blue Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

TWSBI ECO Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Cult Pens

Tiger Pens

The Writing Desk

Bureau Direct

243: I Don't Really Know How I Found You Feb 08, 2017

Show notes

Can you believe it has been five years of a podcast about pens? Neither can Brad and Myke because it took a listener to remind them right before the show. That’s ok, because they covered all of the high points any five year anniversary show should!

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Mack Weldon: Smart underwear for smart guys. Get 20% off with the code PENADDICT.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code INK at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Harry's: Use code PENADDICT at checkout to claim your free trial set and bonus post-shave balm.

Links and Show Notes

The Pen Addict #1: Glossary - Relay FM

The Pen Addict Live 2017 - RelayCon Atlanta & DC Pen Show by NockCo — Kickstarter

Neil Gaiman: "Stopped using Moleskine when they went to cheaper, thinner, ink-bleeds-through paper. Now mostly using @Leuchtturm1917"

Neil Gaiman: "I asked @moleskine reps at TED a few years ago. They said that not many people use fountain pens these days, so almost no-one cares."

The Revenge of Analog: Real Things and Why They Matter: David Sax - Amazon

Junee's conversation with a Lamy rep

Lisa Anderson's Response to Brad

The 2017 Special Edition Lamy Safari Petrol Pen - Pen Chalet

The Pencil Box Quarterly Subscription | CW Pencil Enterprise

Fountain Pen Ink Flight Samples – inkjournal

Brasstown - Zip Roll Pen Case — Nock Co.

Retro 51 Tornado Classic Lacquers Roller Ball Pen Review — The Pen Addict

TWSBI ECO Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Penxo

Review: Zebra Sharbo X — The Pen Addict

My Fountain Pen Education: The Pilot M90 Limited Edition — The Pen Addict

Pilot Custom 823 Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

The Sky at Night

Rotring 600 Drafting Pencil Review — The Pen Addict

Sailor Pro Gear Slim Four Seasons Haruzora Spring Sky Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Ti2 TechLiner Pen Review — The Pen Addict

The Pen Addict #64: Johnny Anypen - Relay FM

Blurred Visionnaire – The Magazine on Medium – Medium

Flow: Sleek Minimalistic Fountain Pen (Suspended) by Oksana Cheban (deleted) — Kickstarter

How to Write in Cursive in 4 Simple Lessons | CursiveLogic

242: The Hype Man Feb 01, 2017

Show notes

Our Kickstarter project launched and funded since last episode, so we go in to the show and announce our stretch goal! It has a little something to do with our favorite pocket notebook, so you will want to listen in and hear all of the details.

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.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three free meals with free shipping.
Harry's: Use code PENADDICT at checkout to claim your free trial set and bonus post-shave balm.

Links and Show Notes

The Pen Addict Live 2017 - RelayCon Atlanta & DC Pen Show by NockCo — Kickstarter

The Los Angeles International Pen Show

Little Rock Arkansas Pen Show

Write Notepads & Co. Membership 2017

Write Notepads In The Pines Limited Edition Pocket Notebook Review — The Pen Addict

Gestalten | The Pencil Perfect. The Untold Story of a Cultural Icon

Robert Oster Signature Ink Fire and Ice: A Review — The Pen Addict

News: Ink of the Year 2017 – Smoky Quartz « The Pelikan's Perch

Dr. JD on Twitter: "From reddit, a first look at Lamy Pacific Blue."

Lamy Al-Star Fountain Pen - Pacific, Extra-Fine (Special Edition) - Goulet Pens

Wonder Pens Stationery Shop on Instagram: “When you've got beautiful new Al-Star Pacifics in with matching cartridges, but no bottled ink.”

Madison + PAGE on Instagram: “Presenting the Pacific aluminum, limited edition Lamy Al-Star”

New Bungubox Sailor

BUNGUBOX 5th Anniversary Original Fountain Pen [Ebisu] (BUNGUBOX 5th Anniversary Original Fountain Pen [Ebisu])

Blue Bottle Waterproof Journal - Blue Bottle

Nock Co.

Delicious Library 3

Notability on the App Store

Linea

Contact — The Pen Addict

Tiff's Pusheen Colouring Book

241: Art Makes People Mad Jan 25, 2017

Show notes

We like it when companies give us topics to talk about, and boy are we covered today! The Baron Fig Askew takes center stage, and Brad and Myke are on different sides of the ledger. Who loves it? Who hates it? Tune in to find out!

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three free meals with free shipping.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code INK at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘penaddict’.

Links and Show Notes

The Art of CursiveLogic - Relax. Color. Learn Cursive. by Nathan Shrewsbury — Kickstarter

Introducing the Platinum 3776 Nice Lilas Fountain Pen - Pen Chalet

G.F Smith paper specialists open Show Space in London | Wallpaper*

The Moo Hardcover Notebook: A Review — The Pen Addict

Make Frame Home - G F Smith

MakeBook Home - G F Smith

Askew • Baron Fig

Brad's Askew - Instagram

"In the Pines" Winter 2016 Limited Edition Pocket Notebooks (3-pack) – Write Notepads & Co.

Products – Plumchester

Plumchester Square Sketchbook Review — The Pen Addict

Emma Kate Creative | A love story between words, images and play

Diamine Registrars Blue-Black (30ml Bottled Ink)

Diamine Midnight (80ml Bottled Ink)

Noodler's Blue-Black (3oz Bottled Ink)

Noodler's 54th Massachusetts (3oz Bottled Ink)

Cult Pens Deep Dark Fountain Pen Ink 80ml | Cult Pens

Gourmet Pens: Ink Shot Review: Sailor Bung-Box Silent Night @bungbox

240: A Mythical Colorful Bird Jan 18, 2017

Show notes

Brad and Myke are joined by Tiff Arment to discuss the awesomeness that was the Philly Pen Show. How was the vibe? What did she buy? We also get into her recent purchases, including her first Nakaya.

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.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three free meals with free shipping.
Harry's: Use code PENADDICT at checkout to claim your free trial set and bonus post-shave balm.

Guest Starring:

Links and Show Notes

Tiff (@tiffanyarment) | Twitter

Top Four - Relay FM

Pink Platinum 3776 - Facebook

Calligraphy Nut on Twitter: "For you pink fans out there - Looks like Nagasawa is releasing a new custom Platinum 3776 Nice model called "Lira" starting 2/1."

Retro 51 Tornado Brown Lacquer Finish Rollerball Pen - Goldspot

Tiff's New Old Stock Retro 51's - Instagram

The One About Pens – Rands in Repose

Myke's Gift from John

Goulet Pens - Lamy 2000 Deal

Brad Dowdy on Instagram: “Feeling lucky punk? 🍊 Ordered from @andersonpens”

Montblanc Bonheur Fountain pen - Appelboom

Appelboom Laren on Instagram: “The sexy Montblanc Bonheur😏”

Tiff and Susan Wirth - Instagram

Tiff's Purchases from the Philly Show

Nikola Pang (@possibly_nikp) • Instagram photos and videos

Franklin Christoph Snow - Murberdraws on Instagram

NAKAYA - Art model - Feathers

J. Herbin Ink French Pronunciation Reference - YouTube

Newton Pens on Instagram: Invisavue Video

Newton Pens on Instagram: Tiffany casein and purple web celluloid

Newton Pens on Instagram: Invisavue

Jonathon Brooks on Instagram: Alabaster acrylic with teal accents

Myke's Sky at Night - Instagram

Lamy Al-Star Pacific is the 2017 special color – Fontoplumo

Leigh Reyes (@leighpod) • Instagram photos and videos

Low Definition - a sub-podcast of Game Show

239: Previously Inksploded Jan 11, 2017

Show notes

We have a real grab bag of topics for you today, including new Akkerman Ink, Fantasy Vanishing Points, and Primary Manipulation.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three free meals with free shipping.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code INK at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.

Links and Show Notes

Myke's Field Notes for Sale - eBay

Goulet Pens Blog: Noodler's Polar Ink Goes to Antarctica

Paradise Pens

Paradise Baggage Company | The Villager News Online

Akkerman Dutch Masters – Vanness

Philly Pen Show

Release Notes 2017: Chicago

Happy World Sketchnote Day 2017!!! - Sketchnote Army

Size 6 Fude Steel Nib Unit - FPnibs.com

Fantasy Vanishing Point Pens - Bertram's Inkwell

Stylo-Art

Pelikan Souveran M400 Tortoiseshell Brown Fountain Pen Giveaway — The Pen Addict

Pelikan Souveran M400 Tortoiseshell Brown Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Newton Pens on Instagram: “Eastman made from @brooks_803 Primary Manipulation resin"

NAKAYA - Negoro style “Nuno-kise HonKataji” version (Black/red)

Thoroughly Considered #22: Goals for 2017 - Relay FM

Nock Co. on Instagram: “What if I told you we are fans of the Travelers Notebook? 😎”

Nock Co. on Instagram: “Lunch game was strong today. #fortune”

Paperboy London

Jolly Awesome

The Stationer - Wares for the desk

238: P Goes to 80% Jan 04, 2017

Show notes

Brad and Myke drop some maths and science knowledge on you this week, courtesy of our listeners. Confessions also continue, as Myke feels vindicated on his life choices.

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.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code INK at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Harry's: Use code PENADDICT at checkout to claim your free trial set and bonus post-shave balm.

Links and Show Notes

Analog(ue) - Relay FM

Myke Hurley - YouTube

Myke's Inksplosion

Myke's Redemption

Size 5 Fude Steel Nib Unit - FPnibs.com

Size 6 Fude Steel Nib Unit - FPnibs.com

Pilot Blue Black - My Favorite Ink · Penucopia

Visconti Homo Sapiens London Fog: A Review — The Pen Addict

Brad's Xmas Haul

The Revenge of Analog: David Sax - Amazon

S3E8 - David Sax, THE REVENGE OF ANALOG - Hologram Radio

Blackwing Point Guard - Pencils.com

Behind the Scenes - Creating the Blackwing Point Guard

Myke's Field Notes for Sale - eBay

Brad's Mod 3

Dave's Advice for Cold Weather Pens

Montblanc Bonheur Fountain pen 114831

Codex - Notebook & Document Scanner Library on the App Store

Baron Fig Apps on the App Store

237: Oh Myke! Noooo! Dec 28, 2016

Show notes

Do you have a stationery confession to make? You are among friends. Brad and Myke share their deepest darkest secrets.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Harry's: Use code PENADDICT at checkout to claim your free trial set and bonus post-shave balm.

Links and Show Notes

Cold Weather Urban Sketching: Tips from the Pros | Urban Sketchers

Blackwing Point Guard - Pencils.com

Ink Review: Robert Oster Fire & Ice – The Well-Appointed Desk

Brad's New Pen

KOHEZI | A change of perspective

Kanilea Pen Co.

Ink Review: Callifolio Andrinople (and Sailor Pro Gear Slim Pink Love) – The Well-Appointed Desk

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