The Pen Addict

115: The Panic Addict

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 15 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode Brad and Myke discuss the upcoming move of The Pen Addict Podcast. We aren't going away, just pushing the reset button. Be sure to listen for all of the details. Also, Brad goes through his recent flea market finds, pen durability, and works on his Japanese.

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114: Butchering The Orange

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 08 Jul 2014 23:30:00 GMT

It's been a great week in Pen Addict land with a host of new things to talk about. Myke and Brad dig into the Midori Travelers Notebook, the Parker Jotter, refreshing your pen and ink load out, and then Brad goes and does something crazy. He writes in his Field Notes Butcher Orange Colors Edition!!!

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113: The Pen Whisperer

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 01 Jul 2014 22:30:00 GMT

In this episode Brad is on vacation and still manages to show up for the podcast! We discuss magical refills, pink Bolt's, and booze. Wait, this is a pen podcast, right? We also elaborate on the Chronodex system and answer some awesome listener submitted questions.

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112: Take Out The Trash

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 23:45:00 GMT

In this episode of The Pen Addict Podcast Brad and Myke discuss a slew of new pens to cross Brad's desk. From Rotring to Kaweco to Nakaya to Edison and more - they are all covered!

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111: A Podcast Divided

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 17 Jun 2014 23:15:00 GMT

In this episode the boys are joined by Josh Ginter from The Newsprint. We discuss his start in blogging and his transition of content from the digital to analog. Field Notes are a big topic, and we get into some follow up concerning the lack of information around the Scribble Pen.

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110: Gauntlet Down

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Thu, 12 Jun 2014 22:15:00 GMT

Myke is back and on the attack. Don't bring your weak products up in here and think they are going to get a pass! The boys discuss a huge amount of question marks behind The Scribble, a pen that can match any color in the world. They also discuss Sailor ink changes, Brad's introduction into the world of the Roterfaden Taschenbegleiter, and, of course, the Summer 2014 Field Notes release.

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109: I Have Colors!

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 18:15:00 GMT

While Myke is away the kids will play! This week, Brad is joined by guest host extraordinaire Ana Reinert from The Well-Appointed Desk. They discuss a huge range of topics, including Cross pens, Kickstarter, specific pens for specific papers, and revisit some old favorites. Thanks for filling in Ana!

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108: The Worst Pen Review Of All Time

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Thu, 29 May 2014 22:45:00 GMT

Myke and Brad are joined by Tim Fletcher this week on the podcast. Don't know who that is? Neither did we so I guess you should listen and find out. Also, the rebirth of the TWSBI ROC!

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107: Getting Crunk With Myke

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Mon, 19 May 2014 22:15:00 GMT

In episode 107 of the podcast, Brad and Myke go through the feedback from the bag dump episode last week, discuss the completion of the Nock Co. Kickstarter campaign, and talk about a coach who not only had a love of the game but of pens as well. They then get into Glossary Version Two and lay the groundwork for future discussions.

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106: Knolling

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 13 May 2014 22:45:00 GMT

Bag dump time! Brad and Myke dump out the contents of their bag (one more neatly than the other mind you) and discuss what their every day carries are like. Myke is a showcase of function while Brad is a whirlwind of excess. Who needs to carry a dozen pens everywhere they go!

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105: The Kimono Is My Roll-Stopper

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Thu, 08 May 2014 21:45:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke discuss EDC pens, a very enlightening reader email and that the Lamy Safari may not the best pen for beginners. Then the boys discuss the two new amazing fountain pens added to their respective collections over the past week.

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104: Hate That Dude

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Thu, 01 May 2014 22:00:00 GMT

Myke is back from the Ull conference with tales of pen love at one of the techiest meet ups on the planet. Pen Addicts are taking over the world! Brad gives an update on Nock Co. and more graduation pen ideas before getting into the big Top 5 Pens update. The worst pens Brad has ever reviewed are also discussed. Let's make people mad!

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103: Twitter Q&A

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 22:30:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke field all the Twitter questions! They cover pen recommendations, nib types and uses, and $2 pens that give us more joy than $200 ones. Thank you to all the listeners who submitted questions!

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102: Shopping Brad and Business Brad

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 22:45:00 GMT

The winners are here! The winners are here! Our big Episode 100 giveaway comes to a close this episode when we name the winners of the five amazing prize packages. Were you one of the winners? Brad also recaps his experience at the 2014 Atlanta Pen Show, talking about the pens he bought, and, more importantly, the people he met.

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101: Lots of Brad's Face

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 22:45:00 GMT

To say our socks were knocked off over the feedback from last week's epic Episode 100 would be an understatement. The kind words were amazing and we thank you so much. We get back down to business this week with Brad's 2014 Atlanta Pen Show shopping list. With the experience of two previous shows under his belt this one looks to be a doozy.

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100: Episode 100

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 02 Apr 2014 00:15:00 GMT

This episode is for you, the listeners of The Pen Addict Podcast. We wanted to do something special so we put together the biggest giveaway ever, and designed a special commemorative t-shirt to boot. We can't wait for you to listen to Episode 100.

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99: To The Tippy-Top

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 25 Mar 2014 22:45:00 GMT

Oh boy. Brad is causing problems between him and Myke in this episode. Is this the end of the show as we know it?

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98: Space Credits

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 00:45:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke are joined by Ed Jelley to recap the Long Island Pen Show. Ed provides great insight, especially concerning a purchase he made that knocked Brad's socks off. We also discuss Myke's Nock Co. order landing across the pond and the new Retro 51 Tornado Touch.

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97: I Don't Want My Pens To Touch!

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 11 Mar 2014 23:45:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke discuss all of the hot topics of the week including a possible new pen case design, the closing of Staples stores and a new podcast that aims to be our evil twin. We also discuss Brad's review of the JAWNS notebook and talk about the creation of his Edison Menlo.

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96: I’m Attached To Pencils

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 01:00:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke are joined by Andy Welfle from Woodclinched.com to discuss pencils. No, we haven't gone off our rocker, we just want to learn! We discuss all things woodcase pencils, from materials, to lead grades, to some of Andy's current favorites. Is there a Pencil Addict podcast in the making?

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95: Fabber Castle

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 00:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke discuss the amazingly thorough feedback they received from Episode 94. We love how passionate our listeners are! We also talk about the perfect new pen for Myke, a few recent reviews Brad has done, and a possible new addiction creeping into Brad's arsenal.

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94: The Pen Ambassador

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 00:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke discuss the feedback they got from the EDC episode (#92) as well as further discussion on cold weather pens and inks. They also discuss new TWSBI products and the LA Pen Show before Brad questions what is really going on in the great big pen world.

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93: Never Say Never

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 00:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke open up the floor and take questions from their followers on Twitter. The questions run the gamut from fountain pen nib modifications, to gel ink pens, to signing birth certificates. Yes, we went there. Brad also gives a Nock Co. update and a sneak preview of a new product collaboration available soon.

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92: Awinkening

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke dig into all things Every Day Carry. EDC means different things to different people so we try to bridge that gap and discuss all types of quality EDC pens and pencils. We also talk about a couple of new products to hit the market and my new fountain pen ink problem.

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91: Are They Even Pen Addicts?

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 00:30:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke share some wonderful reader mail; including Japanese translation tips and a podcast suggestion Brad took to heart. Myke also brings his ‘perfect pen’ quest to a conclusion - a purchase has been made! Brad also opened his wallet this week for a new pen from the Far East, and the guys pick out their pen murder weapon of choice.

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90: The Perfect Pen For Now

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 00:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke dive deeper into finding the perfect pen for his friend. The list is getting narrowed down and getting larger at the same time. Is that even possible? We also discuss a Visionnaire convert, ink and Ink, and a slew of new pen reviews, including the Tactile Turn Mover.

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89: I'm The Best At The Worst

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 00:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke talk about incredible customer service from TWSBI, plus a new aluminium piston filler we desperately want them to introduce. We also talk about an interesting stone paper notebook, writing with your opposite hand, and how to help someone find the perfect pen.

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88: Mollycoddling

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 00:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke discuss their stationery resolutions and wish lists for 2014. Many challenges lie ahead in the new year as well as many budget-breaking purchases. Brad has already marked one off the list and the year just began!

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87: Putting A Pen Out To Pasture

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 31 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode we cover a wide range of topics including a new Pen Addict Podcast Drinking Game, Myke's latest purchase and Brad's new favorite fountain pen for beginners. We also discuss how the Field Notes Cold Horizon edition handles fountain pen inks differently than other editions and, sadly, when it is time to retire a pen from daily use.

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86: We Have Bingo!

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Mon, 23 Dec 2013 23:30:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke are joined by Mike Dudek from The Clicky Post. Mike fills us in on his rOtring obsession (spending our money in the process) and talks about his awesome woodworking skills. We also discuss the game taking the podcasting world by storm - Pen Addict Bingo!

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85: Getting Ink With Dan Bishop

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 17 Dec 2013 23:30:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke are joined by Dan Bishop from Karas Kustoms to discuss his latest project, simply called Ink. Dan fills us in on how the design came to be and the choices made for the Kickstarter launch. Myke also joins Team Pelikan and talks about a very interesting iPad/notebook case that found its way to his doorstep.

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84: Pen Blogging With Ed Jelley

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 10 Dec 2013 23:45:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke are joined by Ed Jelley to discuss all things pen blogging. How to get started, how to gain and keep an audience, how to work with vendors and much more. We also touch a bit on fountain pen ink maintenance and a new, super-limited edition Field Notes release.

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83: Something, Something Field Notes

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Thu, 05 Dec 2013 23:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke run the gamut from Field Notes cut sheets to wish list dissection to Myke's highly anticipated review of the Visionnaire. And Myke cries.

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82: Challenge Accepted

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

In this episode Myke and Brad have loads of FU, including an update on the Polar Pen Kickstarter project and the new Field Notes Winter 2013 edition. We also chat a bit about Myke’s flatmate Sir Jony Ive and his (RED) Lamy 2000 and a couple of new pen projects that should be on your radar.

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81: You Stole My Wish List Item! - Gift Guide 2013

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 19 Nov 2013 23:45:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke are joined by the wonderful Ana Reinert from The Well-Appointed Desk. The three of us discuss all of our gift ideas for the upcoming holidays and also let the listeners know what is on our personal wish lists.

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80: It's A Scandal

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 23:15:00 GMT

On this episode, Brad and Myke revisit an old topic they hoped they would never need to again: The Visionnaire. Things are getting ugly in Visionnaire land, and no real answers are to be found. On a more positive note, we talk about brick and mortar pen shops and two worthwhile causes that need your attention.

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79: Golden

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 05 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

In this episode Brad and Myke touch on every topic under the sun; new Field Notes standard and special editions, Kickstarter pens, leather notebook cases, and the funding of Nock Co. Brad also does a quick run through of fountain pen 101 tips that have been on the listeners minds.

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78: Roll Your Sleeves Up Dowdy

Brad Dowdy & Myke Hurley — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 21:15:00 GMT

In this episode Myke handles interview duties as Brad Dowdy and Jeffrey Bruckwicki join the show to discuss all things Nock Co. The Kickstarter project is coming to an end and the guys are ready to get down to production. They also talk about the nuts and bolts of fulfillment and what the future holds for the company.

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