Appelboom Bites

Mar 26 2025 71 ep. 48 mins 14
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Tune in to Appelboom Bites - a podcast that shares nibbles of news from the fountain pen world, from artists to makers, upcoming releases and more, we'll chat about it all! Come hungry, leave happy!

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Dream Pens, James Bond, and New Releases with Wingback's Nadia and Vanessa Langton | Ep. 80

Mar 26 2025 48 mins  
In this week's episode of the Appelboom Bites Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Nadia, the Head of Marketing from the British-based brand Wingback. Wingback is renowned for its meticulously crafted writing instruments made from solid metals like brass, stainless steel, and titanium, as well as their sleek and stylish pen sleeves. Our wonderful co-host Vanessa Langton joins the s

TheCoffeeMonsterzCo x Esterbrook Collaboration: Helen Wang Talks Exclusive Fountain Pen with Lori Tata | Ep. 79

Mar 19 2025 59 mins  
Welcome to the Appelboom Bites Podcast, where we bring you the latest in fountain pens, stationery, and exclusive collaborations! In this special episode, we’re thrilled to have Helen Wang, the owner of TheCoffeeMonsterzCo, a renowned stationery brand known for its creative artwork on stickers, washi tapes, and more. Helen talks about her exciting new collaboration with Esterbroo

Blooming Innovation: Leonardo's Power of Flower Collection & Future Plans with Salvatore Matrone | Ep. 78

Mar 12 2025 57 mins  
In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Salvatore Matrone, CEO of Leonardo Fountain Pens, about their latest release, The Power of Flower collection. This stunning new collection features three vibrant colors: Dalia Eveline, Sakura, and Fiordalisso Blue, all crafted from unique materials provided by Jonathon Brooks of the Carolina Pen Company. Salvatore shared insight

Inside Wancher Pens with Jilliano and Lori – Exploring Ebonite, Urushi, and Unique Fountain Pens | Ep. 77

Mar 05 2025 55 mins  
In this exciting episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Jilliano from Wancher Pens, a renowned Japanese pen brand known for their exquisite Ebonite and Urushi fountain pens. Jilliano is responsible for photo and video content and plays a key role in sales in the Philippines and global marketing. We dive deep into the world of Wancher Pens, which has made a name for itself wi

The Story Behind Papa J Woodworks: Custom Pens & Craftsmanship with Lori Tata and Luke | Ep. 76

Jan 25 2025 56 mins  
In this episode of the Appelboom Podcast, we’re excited to sit down with Lori Tata and Luke from Papa J Woodworks to dive into the fascinating world of custom-made pens. From humble beginnings during the Covid era, Papa J Woodworks has quickly become a leading name in the industry. Discover the story behind this remarkable brand, founded by Luke and his wife, Peanuts, who is the

2025 Pen Talk: New Year Plans, Karina Palacio's Art, and Exciting New Pens with Lori Tata| Ep. 75

Jan 17 2025 59 mins  
In our latest podcast episode, we’re joined by two amazing guests, Lori Tata and Karina Palacio, to talk about the exciting possibilities 2025 holds. As we step into the new year, we dive deep into our plans, creative pursuits, and all things pens! Karina shares her stunning artwork and talks about her love for Wonder Woman, while Lori brings her expert insight into what's coming

Preparing for Christmas with Luca Baglione (Scribo CEO) and Doug Rathbun (Inquiring Minds) | Ep. 74

Dec 21 2024 60 mins  
We're excited to have Luca Baglione, CEO of Scribo, as our guest in this episode. Our co-host, Douglas Rathbun (Inquiring_minds), asked some thought-provoking questions, and we gained valuable insights from both of these incredible individuals. We reviewed Scribo's releases for 2024 and discussed the exciting possibilities that 2025 holds! We also received fantastic input from our

The BROWN Brothers with Drew and SBRE Brown | Appelboom Bites Special Episode

Dec 12 2024 68 mins  
In this special episode, we were joined by the two legendary penfluencers, Drew and Stephen Brown. It was a particularly unique episode, as they share the same last name (no relation... or is there?)—a surname that’s also a color people either love or hate. We had a blast during the conversation, touching on topics like pens, Drew's future plans, and a few lighthearted discussi

A Conversation with Brian Gray of Edison Pens and Doug Rathbun (Inquiring_Minds) | Ep. 73 of Appelboom Bites

Dec 05 2024 60 mins  
We are thrilled to welcome Brian Gray, CEO of Edison Pen Company, as a guest on this episode. Our co-host, Douglas Rathbun (Inquiring_minds), asked some insightful questions, and we learned a lot from both of these gentlemen. Brian shared the design process behind their latest Elysian release, highlighting some intriguing design challenges. We also received fantastic input from our

Catching up with Montegrappa CEO Giueseppe Aquila and Doug Rathbun (Inkquiring Minds) | Ep. 72

Nov 22 2024 63 mins  
We are honored to have Giuseppe Aquila (CEO of Montegrappa) as a guest in this episode. Our co-host Douglas Rathbun (Inquiring_minds) had some very good questions and we learned a couple of things from both gentleman. Giuseppe talked about some recent launches of Montegrappa, but also about the special Montegrappa celluloid and the history of the brand. We also had a lot of great i