The Magic Of Fountain Pens with pen collector and social media expert Eliza Santiago

The Magic of Fountain Pens James Navé here welcoming Eliza Santiago, pen collector, and social media expert, to the Twice 5 Miles Radio microphone. Before I met Eliza, I didn't know about pen collectors' range and enthusiasm for fountain pens, ink, nibs, fine paper, and beautiful cursive handwriting. In this conversation, Eliza shares surprising tidbits about the world of pens, including the craft of nib masters who can customize your nibs to suit your writing style and moods. She also discusses the art of ink-making, where ink makers mix secret ingredients to produce a color that belongs only to you. Once you've got your nibs in shape, you must visit an ink maker for the right mix of secret ink ingredients to produce a color that belongs only to you. You can even name your ink: Blueberries Dreaming, Pretentious Peacock, or Chocolate After Hours. Eliza challenges the notion that fast typing is the only way to capture thoughts, instead suggesting that a well-balanced pen, beautiful ink, and smooth paper can calm the mind and invigorate the imagination. So consider this: Does speed matter when you write with imagination and energy? Why not take your time, connect deeply with your emotions, and write something slow that genuinely reflects what you want to say? Give it a try and see what happens. Enjoy the show.