Explore every episode of the podcast Gourmet Pens Club
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| Episode 79 - An Update on our Goals | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:47:20 | |
Hello jello! Before we take a break to recharge and rejuvenate (and spend time with our pens and inks), please enjoy an update on our goals from the anniversary episode! Candace’s Pick of the Pen Case Color with Papa J 🎨 A Celebration of Human Art Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! Also available at the GourmetPens blog or YouTube. | |||
| Episode 78 - Pen and Ink Packaging Woes | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:43:13 | |
Hello jello! This time, we're talking about pen and ink packaging woes! As well as some pick of the pen case highlights. Enjoy! Vinta Inks - Pastel Pink (Julia 1991) Russ Pens ebonite pen + Monty Winnfield Sketch Nib Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! Also available at the GourmetPens blog or YouTube. | |||
| Episode 77 - Tasting Paper for Fountain Pens | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:53:06 | |
Hello jello! Let's talk about tasting new papers for fountain pens! Livestream with Lusso pens | |||
| Episode 76 - Philly Pen Show Recap & InCoWriMo | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:47:07 | |
Hello jello! This episode covers a sort-of recap of the Philly Pen Show, and we touch on InCoWriMo! Not to mention some new acquisitions and pick of the pen case! Enjoy, friends. Fine Writing International Fenestro + Broad nib | |||
| Episode 75 - Rabid Speculation | 14 Jan 2026 | 00:37:22 | |
Hello jello! This is a short and sweet episode where we ramble about price hikes! We hope you enjoy, nevertheless. Thank you for being here with us! | |||
| Episode 74 - Big Feels for EOY 2025 (Goalz) | 25 Dec 2025 | 01:01:00 | |
Hello jello! Merry Christmas friends! We hope you enjoy this episode and we thank you for being here with us! | |||
| Episode 73 - Holiday Gift Guide | 07 Dec 2025 | 01:11:10 | |
Hello jello! We decided to do a little holiday gift guide for you, focusing more on accessories! We hope you enjoy our suggestions! Kaleidocraft Print Accessories | |||
| Episode 72 - A Short Catch Up | 23 Nov 2025 | 00:35:19 | |
Hello jello! We just have a quick catch up and touch on new acquisitions (non-pens!) and our pick of the pen case. Enjoy! Gourmet Pens Shop | |||
| Episode 71 - Scriptus & Toronto Stationery Show Recap | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:51:37 | |
Hello jello! We chat about Scriptus and the Toronto Stationery Show because who doesn't need back to back stationery events??
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| Episode 70 - Strategies to Un-Enable Yourself (from buying the thing) | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:52:12 | |
Hello jello! We tried to do a constructive, helpful episode this time around! We hope you enjoy! Scriptus Workshops (come learn with us!): Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 69 - Our Third Anniversary! | 03 Oct 2025 | 01:02:01 | |
Hello jello! Thank you for joining us for three years of the Gourmet Pens Club podcast! We are so grateful for each and every one of you. We hope you enjoy the video podcast! GIVEAWAY CLOSES FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 at 11:59 PM EASTERN (only available on the video version) Robs Penworks Video version available at the GourmetPens blog or YouTube. | |||
| Episode 68 - All the Best Laid Plans | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:48:17 | |
Show Notes!
Scriptus Workshops (come learn with us!): Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you! | |||
| Episode 67 - Moving the Goal Posts (Recategorizing by another name) | 15 Sep 2025 | 00:38:33 | |
This episode cracked me up! We had topics and didn't even make it to them. Enjoy! Candace’s Hello Tello x PapaJStudio | |||
| Episode 66 - Is this a (Pen) Situationship? | 28 Jul 2025 | 00:49:47 | |
Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 65 - Not much Further Than New Acquisitions | 17 Jul 2025 | 00:41:15 | |
| Episode 64 - A Tale of Two (Swatching) Nibs (And So Much More) | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:48:43 | |
Hello! We chat some pick of the pen choices, and discuss swatching nibs.
Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 63 - Achieve Nirvana by getting a Baby (pen) | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:49:07 | |
Hello! Just some short show notes for today! We muse special edition pens, why we use them at all, and also just general chitchat (don't tell your SO!)
Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 62 - Candace's Dutch Dispatch | 02 Jun 2025 | 00:53:26 | |
Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you! | |||
| Episode 61 - Chicago Show Debrief (but really what happens when you try to catch up on air) | 17 May 2025 | 01:04:06 | |
Hello Jello! We talk Chicago Pen Show, grill each other, and catch up with the tea (and also wine).
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| Episode 60 - Some Thoughts on Gold Nibs vs. Steel Nibs | 28 Apr 2025 | 00:51:52 | |
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| Episode 59 - The Ship of Theseus Might be Painted in Petrol | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:41:57 | |
New stuff at Gourmet Pens Shop Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 58 - Keeping Track of Pens and Inks | 24 Mar 2025 | 00:54:39 | |
Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 57 - Risking the Pandy for Candy | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:54:20 | |
Hello jello! Just some short show notes for today! Let's hear about Candace's schneller Stifthandler!
Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 56 - Philly Pen Show debrief, and pen confessions | 27 Jan 2025 | 00:43:24 | |
| Episode 55 - Gourmet Pens Club Podcast Wrapped! | 23 Dec 2024 | 01:12:44 | |
Let's do some top fives! (Or top sixes. It's hard to decide and pick, sometimes.) NIBS: Azizah INKS: Candace INKS: Azizah PAPER: Azizah OTHER/MISC: Azizah | |||
| Episode 54 - Just some funny stories about pens, inks, and laundry detergent. | 17 Nov 2024 | 00:31:38 | |
Hello jello! New stuff at Gourmet Pens Shop | |||
| Episode 53 - Scriptus Review, and We Try To Keep It PG (Maybe) | 04 Nov 2024 | 01:08:26 | |
Hello Jello!
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| Episode 52 - Changes in Personal Pen Purchasing Criteria | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:42:46 | |
Hello jello! NEW STUFF IN THE SHOP Epitome Pens x Gourmet Pens Watermelon Slushie ink Troublemaker Inks - Golden Hour
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| Episode 51 - Our Second Anniversary! | 07 Oct 2024 | 00:42:16 | |
Hello jello friends! SURPRISE! To celebrate the second anniversary of the podcast, we have treated you to a delightful video episode. Except, there are not many pens. You'll also be treated to some CHI! And possibly bonus derpy dogs. | |||
| Episode 50 - Plotting and planning and Hoboniching | 23 Sep 2024 | 00:47:08 | |
Azizah’s pick of the pen case nibsandflourishes Instagram post with Grey Jay art Candace’s pick of the pen case NEW STUFF IN THE SHOP Epitome Pens x Gourmet Pens Watermelon Slushie ink Troublemaker Inks - Golden Hour
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| Episode 49 - Trying to enjoy pens we have, instead of consuming more | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:41:17 | |
Maverick Pens GOURMETPENS x BENU TALISMAN DARK UNICORN GOURMETPENS x BENU TALISMAN RAVEN | |||
| Episode 48 - On location at the DC Supershow 2024 (where sanity is in low supply) | 19 Aug 2024 | 00:55:53 | |
Addicted to Pens GOURMETPENS x BENU TALISMAN DARK UNICORN GOURMETPENS x BENU TALISMAN RAVEN | |||
| Episode 47 - Making the process of getting your fountain pen nib tuned as smooth as possible! (No pun intended) | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:49:43 | |
Hello jello! We wrap up our nibmeister series with the last of the nibmeister feedback! Listen on to hear how you can make the process of getting your fountain pen nib tuned as smooth as possible! (No pun intended)
Nibgrinders/meisters/masters/technicians (heehee)
Restock of Rickshaw Bagworks sleeves and coozy rolls hitting the shelves very very soon! (As in, as soon as Azizah updates the inventory) GOURMETPENS x BENU TALISMAN DARK UNICORN GOURMETPENS x BENU TALISMAN RAVEN Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 46 - Nibmeisters speak out! You Won't Believe What These Talented Folks Have to Say! | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:49:11 | |
Hello jello! Let’s hear what our friendly neighbourhood nibmeisters have to say to their customers! That’s us! But in all reality, let’s learn how to make this process better for everyone involved.
GOURMETPENS x BENU TALISMAN DARK UNICORN GOURMETPENS x BENU TALISMAN RAVEN Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! For video version of the audio file: | |||
| Episode 45 - Talking about nib tune ups, grinds, nibmeisters, and what they do! | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:58:37 | |
Hello jello! Let’s read through your feedback for and about nibmeisters, and we’ll also chat about what are nib grinds and tuning, what are nibmeisters, and how to make the process as smooth as possible! Nibmeisters - not all, but some!
Other stuff
Are you a nibmeister or a nib worker? Would you like to share some thoughts and/or information for customers and pen lovers? Please do so here!
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| Episode 44 - Thoughts on dealing with a bad nib on a new fountain pen | 03 Jun 2024 | 00:46:06 | |
Hello jello! Let’s catch up on some new acquisitions and check in with Candace’s ink sample progress! We also talk about getting a bad nib with a new fountain pen purchase, and what you can do. Thanks for listening, and enjoy!
Other stuff
Hi. Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 43 - How we use pens and notebooks and inks! Not a comprehensive list. | 20 May 2024 | 00:38:40 | |
Hello jello! This episode was a bit of a wing it - we were just chatting about coffee and paper and pens and it went downhill (or uphill?) from there. Plus, there are some workshop updates! Enjoy!
Other new stuff:
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| Episode 42 - We fall upon the pen madness - AKA Candace’s Japan Trip and Azizah’s other Trips | 07 May 2024 | 00:45:29 | |
Hello jello! I think the title says it all and then some. Have a listen and find out what Candace has been up to and then I blurt out a bunch of purchases because I apparently (obviously?) have no self-control. Enjoy!
Hi. Are you enjoying the podcast? It would mean so much to us if you could leave us a review on whatever platform you may be using to listen! If you need some inky goods, please visit Gourmet Pens Shop to ink the itch! | |||
| Episode 41 - You won’t believe what pen makers had to say! | 22 Apr 2024 | 00:43:21 | |
Hello jello! We have reached the third part in our feedback series, here at Gourmet Pens Club. We have compiled some feedback from the artisan pen makers in our community. We hope you enjoy listening! Thank you everyone for participating in this series! Candace’s Sailor - Sailor 4B Just some of the pen makers we referenced and/or from whom we received feedback: Pensbypasquale For video version of the audio file: | |||
| Episode 40 - Artisans should tune in for some constructive and loving feedback | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:40:13 | |
Hello jello! Episode 40 is a continuation, of sorts, from last week. We go over some feedback shared by the pen community and we hope that discussing this openly can help the makers/artisans that craft our goodies! We touch on a few makers/artisans so I will just link them here! There are so many wonderful folks out there and this is in no way comprehensive.
If any artisans and makers would like to submit some anonymous feedback for us to share in the next episode, please feel free to do so here! For video version of the audio file: | |||
| Episode 39 - Thoughts for our Beloved Pen Makers! | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:28:50 | |
Hello jello! Episode 39 is something new for us - we wanted to very lovingly share some thoughts with our beloved pen makers in the community, from us! This is only part one of this projected three part series and as such, we are calling on you, dear listeners and pen makers, to participate! | |||
| Episode 38 - Parallel but equally chaotic host tracks - Azizah’s loot vs Candace’s LAMY adventure | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:40:26 | |
Hello jello! It’s like all of my non-acquisitioning was being used up throughout the year, leaving me defenceless for @baltimorepenshow - want to hear what I ended up with? I have problems. Enjoy!
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| Episode 37 - How we explored the pen world as newbies | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:42:15 | |
Hello jello! Azizah finally has new acquisitions! About time, amirite? Join us to learn about our exploration of the pen world as newbies! Rickshaw Bagworks 2 Pen Long Coozy - Arcade Carpet Rickshaw Bagworks 3 Pen Long Coozy - Synthscape Stationery Universe Waves of Neptune nib holder Birmingham Pen Co. ink samples Pilot goodies - fountain pens, G2, V-pen, and more Baltimore Pen Show | |||
| Episode 36 - Pancakes or Waffles? | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:39:11 | |
Hello jello! Let's talk about knockers! Wait... clickers. KNOCKS. With a new retractable pen on Kickstarter, it seems timely to talk about some familiar writers!
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| Episode 35 - Azizah’s Pen Show Madness - “Candace - JUST DUMP IT” | 29 Jan 2024 | 00:39:58 | |
Hello jello! Episode 35 takes us through some of Azizah’s pen show madness! Finally, she has new acquisitions. She being ME. Plus we convince Candace to dump it. Enjoy!
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| Episode 34 - Paper Talk | 16 Jan 2024 | 00:38:48 | |
Hello jello! Diving right into the new year by bombarding you with paper, and of course touching on some new acquisitions and #pickofthepencase :)
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| Episode 33 - End of Year Favourites | 02 Jan 2024 | 00:44:00 | |
Hello jello and happy new year! We decided to look back on some of our favourites throughout the year so listen on to find out what kept our fancy!
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| Episode 32 - Pre-holiday descent into madness (it goes off the rails once again) | 18 Dec 2023 | 01:06:27 | |
Hello jello, berry merry! We apologize in advance for the sheer madness into which this episode devolves. Love you all!
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| Episode 31 - "I Like My Pens Partially Nude" | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:38:25 | |
Hello jello! Listen along as we chat about our picks, and discuss demonstrator pens, shimmer inks, and probably some other miscellany.
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| Episode 30 - Are you into paper or are you just nuts? | 19 Nov 2023 | 00:45:26 | |
Hello jello! It's about time we talk about some of our favourite papers, and fountain pen friendliness!
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