Hosted by Brad Dowdy and Myke Hurley.
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.
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#362: A Blueprint of the Nib Grind
June 5th, 2019 · 63 minutes
Dan is back, and you have questions for him! In part two of our chat with Dan Smith from The Nibsmith, we get into the nitty gritty of what nib grinds are all about, and why you would want one. Plus, we answer all of the questions you sent in for Dan.
#361: Full-Time NibSMITH
May 29th, 2019 · 45 minutes
Brad and Myke are joined by Dan Smith, aka The Nibsmith, to discuss his origins in the pen community, and the adventure he has been on with his business over the past few years.
#360: Cancelling is Not an Option
May 22nd, 2019 · 69 minutes
We discuss television stationery controversies, Lamy Ballpoints, Kaweco nibs, and Spoke Pens in this wide-ranging episode of your favorite podcast.
#359: Difficult Pickles
May 15th, 2019 · 68 minutes
Between Stan, The Deep, and Kyanite du Nepal, Brad had a difficult time choosing his favorite new products this week. And that’s not even close to all that was discussed on this amazing journey that we call The Pen Addict Podcast.
#358: Direct Vertical Upstroke
May 8th, 2019 · 52 minutes
Brad and Myke go over several 2019 Chicago Pen Show recaps that have already hit the internet, discuss Brad’s aggressive pen cleaning tactics, and ask why is there such a thing as a nib review?
#357: The Porsche of Moleskines
May 1st, 2019 · 53 minutes
Brad has stated for years that Leuchtturm is the way to go if you are looking to upgrade your Moleskine, and now he has validation! We also discuss Myke’s very special Sailor, TWSBI Ink, and say Happy World Stationery Day to all!
#356: Busy Week in the Inbox
April 24th, 2019 · 72 minutes
We got a ton of feedback on last week’s episode, mostly in Brad’s email inbox. We go through those messages as part of an overall discussion about pen commentary and our place in it. We also dig into Kaweco’s soul, and what makes a Perfect Pencil.
#355: Redlight Project
April 17th, 2019 · 62 minutes
Brad and Myke dig into all of the recent pen news, including a rash of Kickstarter projects that bear a lengthy discussion. They also talk about what they are currently using, and answer all of the #ASKTPA. John Tesh, are you listening?
#354: As Legally and Safely as Possible
April 10th, 2019 · 60 minutes
Wait, are we still in Atlanta? No, but it sure feels like it. Brad and Myke wrap up the Atlanta Pen Show, talk final purchases, and catch up on the recent pen news.
#353: Live from the Atlanta Pen Show 2019
April 7th, 2019 · 81 minutes
Ana, Brad, and Myke are excited to be back at the Atlanta Pen show for their fifth year! Listen in as we discuss this year’s pen show, plus hear our interviews with our guests; Chris Rothe of Write Notepads, and Jessica Coles of Vintage Pen Shop.