CY and Jacob kick off the year with an episode covering erasable ink, rice fermentation, influencer marketing, and how the AI data center boom is making your fountain pens more expensive.

CY and Jacob discuss the comeback of a legendary nib, Sailor’s strategy, big updates in the paper world, and the challenges of maintaining consistency across batches and seasons.

CY and Jacob discuss tariffs, affordable stacked nibs, and oolong tea cans from a galaxy far far away.

CY, Jacob, and returning guest Khuê reminisce about the past year and make some predictions for 2025.

CY, Jacob, and special guest Drew Brown report live from the 2024 Tokyo International Pen Show.