The Pen Addict
By 70Decibels
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Podcast Description
Analog tools are often pushed aside in the digital age but The Pen Addict Podcast is bringing them back, front and center. Join Brad Dowdy, aka "The Pen Addict" and Myke Hurley each week as they discuss all things pen and paper.
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Episode 15 - Casing the Joint | In this episode Brad talks about some of his favorite pen cases as well as a new competitor to the Pilot Hi-Tec-C. Myke gives a Vanishing Point update now that he has had some time to spend with it and professes his undying love for all things Retro 51. Show Notes: - Retro 51: What's New - Enough 137 Pens: - Monami Super Gel-Q - Vanishing Point - Sakura Pigma Micron - Copic Multiliner SP Cases: - Nomadic PD-04 (DISCONTINUED) - Kokuyo NeoCritz Transformer - Lihit Lab Teffa Pen Case - Levenger Carezza Double Pen Case - Kaweco Classic Leather Pouch - Kokuyo Actic Mini Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by: Squarespace, the secret behind exceptional websites. Go to squarespace.com/70decibels to start your free trial and use the offer code '70decibels5' at checkout to get 10% off your first order. And Pear Note for Mac and iPad. The app that allows you to integrate text notes with audio, video and slides to ensure you never miss a thing. Find out more at Usefulfruit.com | 24 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 14 - Vanished in Customs | In this episode Myke finally gets his Pilot Vanishing Point through customs and to his house and Brad talks about a pen he loves on the complete opposite end of the pricing spectrum. Show Notes: - Retro 51: New Designs - Brad's Vanishing Point Video Pens: - Vanishing Point - Retro 51 Tornado Fit For A King - Lamy Safari - Monteverde Arista Crystal - Uni Live Pigment Sign Pen - Hi-Tecpoint V5 RT Paper: - Lego Moleskine - Rhodia Webnotebook Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by: Squarespace, the secret behind exceptional websites. Go to squarespace.com/70decibels to start your free trial and use the offer code '70decibels5' at checkout to get 10% off your first order. And Pear Note for Mac and iPad. The app that allows you to integrate text notes with audio, video and slides to ensure you never miss a thing. Find out more at Usefulfruit.com | 17 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 13 - The Back to Work Kit | In this episode Myke talks about his new Pilot Vanishing Point. Oh wait, he doesn't BECAUSE IT IS STILL STUCK IN CUSTOMS! Brad and Myke also discuss the pens they take to work and how to protect them from the non-pen addicts among us. Show Notes: - Brad's Vanishing Point Review - Brad's Pen Case Picture Pens: - Vanishing Point - Retro 1951 Tornado: Fit For A King - Uni Ball 207 - Zebra 301 - Hi-Tec-C Cavalier - Zebra Sharbo X - Kokuyo Beetle Tip - Rotring 600 Pencil - Uni Ball Vision Elite - Hi-Tec-C Coleto - Pilot G2 Paper: - Doane Idea Journal - Levenger Index Cards Ink: - Diamine Wild Strawberry - Rohrer & Klingner Königsblau Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by: Squarespace, the secret behind exceptional websites. Go to squarespace.com/70decibels to start your free trial and use the offer code '70decibels5' at checkout to get 10% off your first order. And Pear Note for Mac and iPad. The app that allows you to integrate text notes with audio, video and slides to ensure you never miss a thing. Find out more at Usefulfruit.com | 10 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 12 - Houston, We Have A Fountain Pen Problem | In this episode Brad talks about his latest purchases - yes, two more fountain pens. The guys also answer reader questions around interesting barrel markings and Moleskine alternatives. Show Notes: - Pen Addict: The Marriots Red Line Pens: - TWSBI Diamond 540 - Pilot Vanishing Point - Platinum Preppy - Lamy Safari - Sailor HighAce Neo Paper: - Field Notes National Crop - Rhodia Webnotebook Sposnor: This episode is brought to you by Squarespace, the secret behind exceptional websites. Go to squarespace.com/70decibels to start your free trial and use the offer code '70decibels5' at checkout to get 10% off your first order. | 3 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 11 - Analog vs Digital | In this episode, Brad and Myke take a look at the digital applications that compliment their analog workflows. Can pen and paper be fully replaced by technology? Not for these pen addicts! Show Notes: - The 512 Podcast - Cooking With Brett And Myke - Home Work 005 - Equipment and Tools Pens: - Bamboo Stylus - Adonit Jot Pro - Cosmonaut Apps: - Paper By 53 - Penultimate - Noteshelf - Byword - nvALT - Simplenote - Evernote - Clear - Pop | 24 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 10 - The Major Haul | In this episode Brad recaps his highly successful - if not bank breaking - trip to the Atlanta Pen Show and Myke elaborates on his newfound fascination with knockers. Pens: - Pilot Vanishing Point - Rotring 600 Rollerball - Pilot Precise V5 RT - Retro 51 - Uni-Ball Jetstream - Papermate Replay Max - Stabilo Smartball - Monteverde One Touch Paper: - Rhodia Unlimited - Lego Moleskine Ink: - Pelikan Brilliant Black - Private Reserve Electric Blue Sponsors: - Instacast, the easiest way to listen to Podcasts on-the-go | 18 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 9 - Get The Lead Out | In this episode Brad discusses his new fascination with one of the smallest fountain pens on the market and he and Myke discuss a few favorite mechanical pencils. Show Notes: - Rickshaw Bagworks Folio - Picture Of Brad's Folio - Blackwing Pages Pens: - Kaweco Liliput - Kuru Toga - Rotring 600 - Pentel Sharp Kerry - Pilot Delful - Blackwing 602 Paper: - Red Hardcover Moleskine Sponsors: - Drafts, the quick way to capture and share ideas - Instacast, the easiest way to listen to Podcasts on-the-go | 12 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 8 - Retro Style | In this episode Myke talks about his new favorite pen and why it has taken over the top spot in his arsenal. Brad also teases what his latest acquisition is and the guys chat about pen suppliers in the UK. Show Notes: - Brad's Reviews of the 51 Tornado: Text and Video - Youtube Video on Cleaning a Fountain Pen - Cult Pens - Tiger Pens Pens: - Retro 51 Tornado - Hi-Tec-C Coleto Paper: - Doane Paper - Leuchtturm1917 | 5 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 7 - Not Your Grandfather's Fountain Pen | In this episode of The Pen Addict Brad and Myke discuss some of their favorite fountain pens and why a certain portable fountain pen has rocketed to the top of their respective charts. Show Notes: - Pen Addict: Kaweco Al-Sport Review - Noodler's Ink - Pilot Prera Explosion - @michaelramm - @amahnke - Lamy Nexx Review - Contact Pens: - Kaweco Sport - Kaweco AL Sport - Platinum Preppy - Pilot Prera - Lamy Safari - Lamy Vista - Lamy Nexx - Hi-Tec-C Coleto - Retro 51 Tornado | 29 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 6 - Multi-Pen, Multi-Tasking | In this episode of The Pen Addict Brad and Myke dive into the world of multi pens. What they are, how they work, and if they are right for you. Brad also picks his current favorites. Show Notes: - Erik Malinson - Noodler's Ink - @imyke - @dowdyism - The Pen Addict Blog - mykehurley.net - Contact Us The Pens: - Zebra Sarasa - Kaweco Sport - Berol Handwriting Fountain Pen - Lamy ABC - BIC Multipen - Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto - Uni Style Fit - Kuru Toga - Zebra Sharbo X - Jet Stream 4+1 - Pentel Vicuna | 22 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 5 - The Daily Carry | In this episode of The Pen Addict, Brad and Myke discuss what pens and paper they take with them when they leave the house, and why German students grow up to dislike fountain pens. Show Notes: - Brad's Doane Leather Works Cover - Brad's Field Notes Collection The Pens: - Fisher Space Pen - Uni Power Tank - Uni Jetstream - Sekura Pigma Micron - Uni Vision Elite - Kuru Toga - Pilot Acroball - Pilot Frixion - Berol Handwriting The Paper: - Doane Idea Journal - Doane Utility Notebook - Doane Leather Works - Pacman Moleskine - Star Wars Moleskine - Field Notes Dry Transfer - Field Notes Red Blooded - Field Notes Colors - Field Notes Northerly - Ecosystem - Behance Action Cahiers | 8 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 4 - Paper Chase | In this episode of the The Pen Addict, Myke delves deeper into his habit with two new purchases, and Brad discusses what types of paper he enjoys the most. Show Notes: - Muji Lego - The Pen Addict Episode 1 - Glossary - Doane Paper The Pens: - Pilot Prera - Pilot Namiki Cartridges - Pilot Fountain Pen Converter - Muji Gel Pens The Paper: - Field Notes - Doane - Moleskine - Rhodia - Quo Vadis - Leuchtturm - Picadilly - Clairefontaine - Doane Idea Journal | 1 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 3 - No Joy on the Pen Aisle | In Episode 3, Brad and Myke chat about Myke's latest addition to his pen arsenal and why Brad is bored every time he goes pen shopping at the store. Show Notes: - TPA: Paper Mate InkJoy - TPA: Review - Sharpie Liquid Pencil - TPA: Top 5 Pens off the Store Shelf The Pens: - Lamy Safari - Pilot Vanishing Point - Sakura Pigma Micron - Paper Mate InkJoy - Uni-ball Jetstream - Uni-ball Signo RT .38mm - Sharpie Liquid Pencil - Sharpie Pen - Pilot G-2 - Uni-ball Signo DX - Hi-Tec-C | 23 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 2 - My Favorite Pens | In this episode of The Pen Addict, Brad and Myke discuss Brad's current favorite pens, elaborate on some of the Glossary terms from Episode 1, and answer reader mail. Show Notes: - Contact Us - Pilot Frixion ink test video - Kickstarter: Pen Type A - penaddict.com The Pens: - Pilot Frixion - Hi-Tec-C 0.3 Black - Pilot Acroball 0.7 Blue - Uni-Ball Vision Elite - Sakura Pigma Micron - Copic Multiliner 0.1m - Uni Pin - Lamy Safari - Pilot Prera - Kuru Toga - Kuru Toga Roulette - Zebra Sarasa Clip - Pilot G2 0.7m | 16 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 1 - Glossary | On the first episode of The Pen Addict, Brad and Myke introduce who they are and give a little background in to how this show was concieved. They go on to give you some hints of what's to expect over the coming weeks before launching in to a Glossary of terms you will likely hear in future episodes. Show Notes: - The Pen Addict - 70Decibels - Enough Ep 21 - Paper Geek Out With Randy Murray - Enough Ep 98 - People and Paper - Enough Ep 104 - The Pen Addict - Jetpens - Contact 70Decibels - Instacast - 52Tiger: This year's killer app is pen and paper - Brad's image of the Hi-Tec-C - Brad's box of Jetstreams - @Dowdyism - @imyke The Pens: - Pilot G2 - Pilot Hi-Tec-C - Uniball Signo RT .38 - Uniball Jetstream The Paper: - Field Notes This week's episode of The Pen Addict is brought to you by Phraseology, a powerful writing and editing application for the iPad. | 9 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 15 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
The Pen Addict
Excellent and fantasticaly informative podcast. Brad Dowdy knows his stuff and Brad and Myke present in an engaging and relaxed manner. Great for any pen (and paper) geeks!
Fab
This is a fantastic podcast for anyone who likes a good pen. Amazing how much there is to know. Easy to listen to and engaging. More soon I hope!!
Top Drawer!
Easily one of the best podcasts on my list. If you like pens/pencils/paper etc, you need to listen to this podcast, right now. Run, don't walk up to the subscribe button!
Thanks Brad and Myke, great show!
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