
The Pen Addict
722 episodes — Page 15 of 15
Ep 2222: It's The Hole Up There
In this episode Myke puts Brad on the spot right out of the gate about his love for a certain paper product. Brad also gets his hands on a prototype of a popular Kickstarter pen and breaks it down for the listeners.
Ep 2121: The Pens That Shall Not be Named
In this episode Brad and Myke talk about what pens are on their wish list and other pens need to be created. The guys are also challenged not to mention a couple of their favorite pens on this episode and Brad, for one, fails miserably.
Ep 2020: Myke's Top 5 Pens
In this episode, Myke shares his current Top 5 pens and why they work so well for him. We also discuss some listeners Top 5's and Myke also shows off his ninja-like Google skills.
Ep 1919: Brad's Top 5 Pens
In this episode, Brad discusses his recent Top 5 Pens blog post. Number one is no surprise, but the overall list is quite a departure and a changing of the guard for The Pen Addict.
Ep 1818: Breaking The Bank
In this episode Myke goes off the deep end with his latest purchases, including not one, not two, but THREE new Retro 51 pens. Brad and Myke also follow up on a new pen case they both just bought, and Myke comes up with a great new notebook hack.
Ep 1717: Sketchnoting With Mike Rohde
In this episode Brad and Myke talk with designer, illustrator, and sketchnoter Mike Rohde about how the idea of sketchnotes started and all of the great projects it has lead to. Mike also shares with us the pens and paper he uses to capture his ideas and talks about his upcoming book "The Sketchnote Handbook".
Ep 1616: Kickstart My Heart
In this episode Brad talks about the popularity of the Pilot Hi-Tec-C as a platform for Kickstarter projects. The Pen Type-A started it all - can its followers match its success?
Ep 1515: 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.
Ep 1414: 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.
Ep 1313: 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.
Ep 1212: 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.
Ep 1111: 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!
Ep 1010: 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.
Ep 99: 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.
Ep 88: 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.
Ep 77: 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.
Ep 66: 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.
Ep 55: 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.
Ep 44: 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.
Ep 33: 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.
Ep 22: 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.
Ep 11: 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.