The Nib Section
Roundtable discussion podcast about fountain pens, ink and the people who go crazy for them, from Fountain Pens Oceania. New episodes every fortnight.
Episodes
If you’ve ever wanted a comprehensive history of fountain pen filling systems...this is not that. However, Sharyn and Di are joined by Tom May to discuss overall trends in ink-filling systems from the early 20th century to today, the potential for innovation or refinement in those mechanisms going into the future, and what our personal favourites are.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha), Tom (@harry_longbaugh) and Diana (@...
This episode, we pose a hypothetical: if we could design and make our own stationery product, what would it be?
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
00:10—Intro
Episode 76 - Brad Dowdy, Professional Pen Addict
Exploring the world of socially responsible stationery with Daryl of Musubi - Stationery Orbit
04:58—WWAWW
Sharyn: Pilot Decimo Alumite Gray w/ Sailor Jentle Chu-shu
...The guest this episode is the OG pen addict himself, Brad Dowdy. He chats with Diana about his blog, his podcast, and the joys and travails and responsibilities of being able to make a livelihood out of what you love.
This episode features Diana (@thegrynne) with special guest Brad Dowdy (@penaddict).
FORMAT
00:09—Interview: Brad Dowdy
Our semi-regular report on recent acquisitions, including Pilot Decimos, Folio Notebooks from Musubi, the Montblanc Happy Holidays Special Edition, and playful stacked nibs.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
01:36—WWAWW
Sharyn: ST Dupont Large Palladium Diamond Head w/ Montblanc Unicef Blue
Diana: Montblanc Le Petit Prince Happy Holidays Fountain Pen EF w/ Aurora Black
09:2...
A tireless penabler, Max is a fixture of the Melbourne “fountain pen posse” and owner of Fountain Pen Supplies. Diana interviews Max for the Collectors Series.
This episode features Diana (@thegrynne), with guest Max (@crabbocrew) of Fountain Pen Supplies.
FORMAT
00:44—Interview: Max aka Crabbocrew
11:19—WWAWW
Max: Pilot for Yotsuba Shizuoka's 70th Anniversary "Koki" w/ La...
To share their thoughts on Pelikan as a fountain pen brand, we have on this episode 3 loyal fans and 1 naysayer. Because all opinions are valid!
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha), Leo (@inquisitivequill), Tav (@nunc_est_scribendi) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
02:24—WWAWW
Leo: Pilot Justus 95 FA
Tav: ASA Nauka Flora Green EF w/ Noodlers Navy
Diana: Pelikan Souveran M605 White Stripe F w/ GvFC Violet Blue
...Fountain pens and journals go together like bangers and mash. In this episode, Sharyn and Di go through their most used journaling systems, from their non-artistic bullet journals to their ink journals.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
01:03—WWAWW
Sharyn: TWSBI Diamond Mini White Rose-Gold V2 Medium w/ J. Herbin Emerald of Chivor
Diana: ST Dupont Olympio Vertigo L Medium w/ C...
Di and Sharyn attend their first pen event of the year and bring the goss on the new Montblanc releases of 2021.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
00:50—WWAWW
Diana: Nakaya Piccolo Cigar Toki-iro Fuji SF w/ Diamine Handel
Sharyn: Nakaya Piccolo Cigar Midori Tamenuri Yakou Maki-e Cat Paradise w/ Bungubox Norwegian Wood
10:18—Feedback
11:44—State of the Collection
2020 is nearly over and not a moment too soon! We answer all your burning questions in this Q&A episode.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha), Tav (@nunc_est_scribendi), Brian (@briansaputro) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
04:46—WWAWW
Sharyn: Sailor Fude de Mannen
Tav: Montblanc Meisterstuck 144 Burgundy OBB w/ Taccia Ao
Brian: Pilot Vanishing Point Raden Stripes M w/ Sailor Shigure
Diana: Nakaya Decapod Twi...
This episode we discuss the effects of time on ink and pens, and the desirability of future-proofing them.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha), Tav (@nunc_est_scribendi) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
02:09—WWAWW
Sharyn: Pilot Resin Falcon SM w/ Sailor Sakura-Mori
Tav: Magna Carta Wave w/ Colorverse Quasar
Diana: Pilot Vanishing Point Raden Minamo F w/ Sailor Jentle Blue
06:58—News/Announcements
We take a close look at the second attempt to revive a historic US pen brand, Esterbrook Pens, and review three pens from its current lineup. Tav and Di also chat to Ryan from Kenro Industries, the company which currently owns the venerable Esterbrook brand.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha), Tav (@nunc_est_scribendi) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
01:23—WWAWW
Sharyn: Esterbrook Estie Oversized Sparkle Tanza...
Sharyn and Diana review the new Faber-Castell Hexo, and discuss Faber-Castell pens in general. We also interview Michael Karakatsanis of Faber-Castell Australia.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
00:48—WWAWW
Sharyn: Faber-Castell Hexo Rose M
Diana: Faber-Castell Hexo Black F
04:35—Interview: Michael Karakatsanis
Invoke her name three times and she will appear! Our favourite ink reviewer/blogger, Kelli from Mountain of Ink, is our guest this episode.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha) and Kelli (@mountainofink).
FORMAT
00:52—Introduction: Kelli (Mountain of Ink)
Noodler’s Ahab - The Goulet Pen Co
Diamine Marine - The Goulet Pen Co
03:29—WWAWW
Kelli: Lamy Safari w/ Kobe 23 Nagata Blue
Sharyn: Sail...
The special guest this episode is harpist, goldsmith, nib expert, and all round Renaissance woman, Anabelle Hiller. She talks to Diana about the journey to creating her masterpiece fountain pen, The Symphony.
This episode features Diana (@thegrynne) and Anabelle (@stringsandpedals and Opus Cineris).
FORMAT
04:21—“The Symphony” Fountain Pen
Anabelle’s previous appearances on TNS: Episode 30, Episode 50
After an unplanned hiatus, the Nib Section is back, baby! We review some new acquisitions, including the Platinum Curidas, and discuss recent developments in the fountain pen world, including the shake-up at Sailor.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha), Diana (@thegrynne) and Tav (@nunc_est_scribendi).
FORMAT
7:47—WWAWW
Tav: Ancora Casein LE for Fahrney's w/ De Atramentis Hyacinth
Sharyn: Lamy CP1 Platinum w/ La...
First week of self isolation for us in Sydney! Already there is domestic strife brewing in the Sharyn and Sebbie household. Is this our new normal for the foreseeable future? How are two Australians and a Hongkonger keeping themselves happy and occupied during these crazy times.
This episode features Sharyn (@sharynzha), Diana (@thegrynne) and Leo (@inquisitivequill).
FORMAT
02:38—WWAWW
Sharyn: ST Dupont Olympio L Pal...
More and more people are using fountain pens not just to write with, but to draw and make art! Diana speaks to Teoh (Parkablogs) and Jaspreet (Jazzorilla) about what makes fountain pens such a flexible and personalisable tool for art-making.
This episode features Diana (@thegrynne) with special guests Teoh Yi Chie (@parkablogs) and Jaspreet Singh (@jazzorilla).
FORMAT
01:09—Interview: Teoh Yi Chie
In a revisit of the topic of fountain pen ink, we discuss trends and innovations that we’ve seen in the last couple of years, and speculate on what the future could hold for the industry. Ana Csiky returns to fill Diana in on the new and exciting ink makers from Asia.
This episode features Chuck (@entree3000_), Sharyn (@sharynzha) and Diana (@thegrynne). Special guest is Ana Csiky (@inkantadora).
FORMAT
00:40—WWAWW
Dia...
To kick off 2020, we shout out some of our favourite online content creators in the pen community, and share our wishlist of guests and collaborators. We also read some listener suggestions for topics to feature this year.
This episode features Chuck (@entree3000_), Sharyn (@sharynzha) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
01:28—WWAWW
Sharyn: Pilot Vanishing Point Tropical Turquoise
Diana: Franklin-Christoph 19 Black & Creme...
The hosts discuss their fountain pen highlights of the year, what they’re looking forward to in 2020, and answer some listener questions.
This episode features Chuck (@entree3000_), Sharyn (@sharynzha), Brian (@briansaputro) and Diana (@thegrynne).
FORMAT
01:11—WWAWW
Diana: Nakaya Decapod Twist in Heki-tamenuri SM w/ Diamine Bach
Sharyn: Franklin-Christoph 65 Diamondcast Blue F SIG w/ Robert Oster Flaming Blue
Brian...
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