Season 2 Episode 2 with Lisa Vanness of Vanness Pens

In this episode, Derek DeWeese interviews Lisa Vanness of Vanness Pens, exploring her journey in the stationery world, the evolution of writing instruments, and the significance of pen shows. They discuss the legacy of Vanness Pens, the impact of online sales, and the rise of the popularity of ink samples. The conversation also touches on the growth of paper options, the intersection of planner and pen communities, and highlights from Lisa’s recent trip to Japan.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Stationery World

02:52 Lisa’s Journey into Writing and Stationery

05:21 The Legacy of Vanness Pens

07:54 The Evolution of Ink Selection at Vanness

10:30 The Impact of Online Sales on Vanness

13:05 The Importance of Ink Samples

15:38 The Growing Interest in Paper

18:22 Conclusion and Future of Stationery

19:06 The Evolution of Paper and Stationery

21:15 Merging Communities: Planners and Fountain Pen Enthusiasts

25:23 The Birth of a Podcast: On the Paper Trail

30:42 Insights from Japan: A Stationery Adventure

35:03 Upcoming Pen Shows and Events

37:43 The Importance of Analog Writing

38:44 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans