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    #708: Writing on a Banana With Biro

    March 19th, 2026 · 61 minutes

    The FriXion vs. Que Sera content is heating up, and Brad and Myke are here for it. Brad also recaps his visit to Papier Plume in New Orleans, and tells the tale of a tumultuous TITAN.

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    Links and Show Notes

    [Frixion vs. Quesera] Erasable Ballpoint Pen Showdown ~A World Only Yurindo Knows 404~ - YouTube
    Kodomo No Kao Journal Club Planner Stamp - Sleep Tracker | Enigma Stationery
    An Itty Bitty Bottle Wooden Stamp | Enigma Stationery
    uniball ZENTO Gel Pen - Flow Model - 0.38 mm - Lt Blue Body - Black Ink | Enigma Stationery
    Meet Your Maker: Jason Olson, Write Turnz — The Pen Addict
    Papier Plume
    Grit Mercantile Leather Travelers Journal A5 – Letterpress PLAY
    Field Notes | Our Fiftieth Quarterly Edition
    Kaweco Titan Survival – Instagram
    Uniball Zento Signature: The Best Pen of 2025 Just Got Classier - Fudefan - YouTube