The Goulet Pencast

Episode 83: The Return of Franken-Pen! Plus, a Custom 743 Nib Party!

March 31st, 2023  |  1 hr 50 mins

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Does writing with a broad nib require specific adaptations? Does a "grail pen" have to be over $500? Brian and Drew dig in to all of this and more this week on the Goulet Pencast!

Episode 82: Pens That Are Future Classics, and the Future of Cursive

March 24th, 2023  |  2 hrs 7 mins

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Brian and Drew debate which modern pens will one day be considered
Classic” and Brian weighs in on whether or not he thinks cursive handwriting can survive in schools.

Episode 81: Fountain Pens for Classrooms and Horseback

March 17th, 2023  |  2 hrs 6 mins

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Brian and Drew are responding to students and a cowboy this week, while also discussing the current state of the Tomoe River paper brand and whether or not Brian is a beaver.

Episode 80: Are LE's a Gimmick? When Did Products Surprise Us?

March 3rd, 2023  |  2 hrs 18 mins

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Is it worth it to try to repair your nibs yourself? Brian and Drew answer that, plus 4 additional questions, and discuss fictional (AND EPIC) maki-e designs!

Episode 79: Brian Deep Dives on Amazon and Unboxes the Spymaster Duo!

February 17th, 2023  |  2 hrs 14 mins

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What makes an ink "good"? Why do Drew's co workers enjoy torturing him? Brian and Drew answer the real questions this week on the Goulet Pencast.

Episode 78: Frozen Ink, The Best Sealing Caps, and Brian's Succession

February 10th, 2023  |  2 hrs 10 mins

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What if you have an ENTIRE pen brand's catalog - past, present, and future? Brian and Drew tackle that hypothetical and answer 5 of YOUR questions!

Episode 77: Abandoning the Hobby, Two Truths and a Lie & S.T. Dupont!

February 7th, 2023  |  2 hrs 4 mins

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In this episode, Drew challenges Brian to a ink-themed game of Two Truths and a Lie. We also learn that apparently it wouldn't take much for Drew to run away from the hobby!

Episode 76: Pen Battle! Brian Turns Against One of His Favorite Pens

January 20th, 2023  |  1 hr 51 mins

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Brian reveals a dirty little secret, and engage in a two-part fountain pen debate against Drew while advocating AGAINST his beloved Pilot Custom 74!

Episode 75: Checking out MYSTERY PENS & The Best-Looking Ink Bottles

January 13th, 2023  |  2 hrs 3 mins

Drew raids Brian's pen collection and asks him to explain 3 pens' origin stories! Plus, they force themselves to select their favorite special edition LAMY and TWSBI pens and a bunch of more Pencasty stuff!

Episode 74: Fountain Pen Friendly Paper and the LAMY Aion

January 6th, 2023  |  2 hrs 9 mins

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Brian and Drew chat about how their nib preferences changed over time, and Brian forces himself to choose his favorite brown ink while Drew steps out and picks his favorite blue inks!

Episode 73: The Pilot Vanishing Point LS! Also Leadership Philosophy.

December 30th, 2022  |  2 hrs 10 mins

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Is your converter not fitting properly? Can you wear out your fountain pen by pulling out the nib and feed? Brian and Drew address these questions this week, as well as take some time to cover the Pilot Vanishing Point LS and discuss some of their most impactful Leadership/Management tools learned throughout the years.

Episode 72: An Oft-Forgotten TWSBI and Brian & Drew's Origin Story!

December 16th, 2022  |  2 hrs 3 mins

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Drew reveals the most outrageous pen in his collection and attempts to stifle his ire for Pilot converters. Brian and Drew also answer which plastic fountain pen should have a metal version (well, Brian tries to, anyway)! Plus a bunch of other questions and fun stuff!

Episode 71: Seasonal Ink, Pocket Pens, and Does Brian EVER Get Mad?

December 9th, 2022  |  2 hrs 2 mins

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Brian and Drew are back to chat about the new Visconti Combustion Opera Master, and answer some questions about paper fibers clogging your pen, movie-themed fountain pens, and...carbs?

Episode 70: Busting a Myth! Plus Moldy Ink, and Favorite Fillers!

December 2nd, 2022  |  2 hrs 2 mins

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If someone else writes with your fountain pen, will it no longer be the same? Do inks expire? We've got a BUNCH of really great questions this week from our pen friends! Plus, Brian showcases a new pen with a really unique (and HUGE) nib!

Episode 69: Two Special Guests and Fountain Pen Horror Stories

November 18th, 2022  |  2 hrs 43 mins

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Ian Schon stops by! Which fountain pens are consistently our top sellers? Brian and Drew answer this, plus more - and give a detailed look at the new Diplomat Nexus! Special guests include Ian Schon and Adrianne, our Customer Care Manager!

Episode 68: How to Clean Your LAMY Safari and How to Use Inkwells

November 4th, 2022  |  1 hr 7 mins

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Drew breaks Brian's Brain with nerd stuff. Plus, fountain pens that still made them both go "Wow" even after all this time!