Austin Typewriter, Ink. - Podcast

In this episode, David, John TheShy, and Everitto dive into the fascinating world of typewriter myths, collector lore, and restoration wisdom. From maintenance practices and repair techniques to ribbons, spools, electric machines, and storage methods, the conversation explores where conventional wisdom gets it right and where experience tells a different story.  Packed with stories, opinions, practical advice, and plenty of typewriter banter, this episode is a fun look at the truths, half-truths, and legends that continue to circulate throughout the typewriter community.

Episode 83 of the Austin Typewriter, Ink. podcast features Part 2 of David and Everitto’s conversation with Scott Connors of Stephentown Typewriter Company in New York, diving deep into the emotional, mechanical, and cultural world of vintage typewriters. Scott shares unforgettable restoration stories, including repairing a battered Royal Model O for a woman rebuilding her life after divorce and helping connect another collector to the legacy of poet T. S. Eliot through one of his favorite machines. The episode explores repair philosophy, rare machines, collecting, the growing resurgence of typewriters among younger generations, and how the hobby creates unexpected friendships and artistic connections. Scott also discusses his experiences with legendary shops like Gramercy Typewriter, typewriter art exhibits, online communities, and the enduring magic of analog creativity in a digital world. 

 Episode 82 of the Austin Typewriter, Ink. podcast with David and Everitto features a lively and story-filled conversation with Scott Connors of the Stephentown Typewriter Company (New York), diving into his journey from writer and Hemingway fan to passionate collector and repair expert. Scott shares how his love of writing led him to restore machines, collaborate on a novel written entirely on a typewriter, and build a unique business out of his home. The episode blends typewriter history, blues music influences, and unforgettable stories—from rare machine finds to bizarre collection pickups—highlighting the deep creativity, craftsmanship, and community that keep the typewriter world alive. 

Join David and Everitto as they chat it up with Chicago-area collector Joel Berger who went from repairing his first LC Smith as a Christmas gift to amassing 60 typewriters in just one year. In this episode, he shares his journey into mechanical tinkering, his YouTube channel "Dynamically Typed," and his deep-dive research into the Chicago Typewriter Company—including discovering the original factory building still standing in Galesburg, Illinois. Joel's collection philosophy is simple: only acquire machines that tell different stories and justify their place. Whether he's talking about stumbling upon 20 boxes of vintage typewriter parts or encouraging new collectors to invest in proper tools and just start tinkering, his infectious enthusiasm proves you don't need decades of experience to make meaningful contributions to the typewriter community.

In Part 2 of the Austin Typewriter, Ink. conversation, Dr. Richard Polt, The Typewriter Revolution, the talk moves past theory and into how typewriters actually shape the way people think, write, and connect. Starting with a story from one of David’s pop-up type-ins, Polt reflects on the quiet power of shared, analog experiences, then explores the Classic Typewriter Page, the thrill of collecting, teaching with typewriters, and why no single machine or website should ever define the whole community. The conversation naturally drifts into craftsmanship, art, AI, and the future of writing, with Polt making the case that typewriters matter not as nostalgia, but as human-scale tools that slow us down, sharpen attention, and create moments you truly “had to be there” to experience.

And another podcast, this time with Dr. Richard Polt, author of Typewriter Revolution, a philosopher by training, and one of the most thoughtful voices in the modern typewriter revival. He doesn’t just collect or restore machines. He asks harder questions about why they still matter, what they do to our attention, and how the tools we choose shape the way we think and write.  This conversation goes beyond nostalgia. We talk about discipline, creativity, resistance to distraction, and the quiet power of putting words on paper one keystroke at a time. Whether you type daily or haven’t touched a ribbon in years, this episode will make you think differently about the act of writing itself.

Join David and Everitto as they join Tony Casillo in the second part of the podcast.  In this episode, we go deeper into Tony’s world — the passion, the history, and the machines that shaped his journey. After exploring how he built his collection and documented the hobby in his book, we shift the conversation to the heart of it all: the typewriters themselves. 

 Join David and Everitto as they sit down with the legendary Tony Casillo to talk about his path into the typewriter world back when collecting was still a wild frontier. Before cell phones, before the internet, before online auctions, Tony was out there tracking down incredible machines the hard way. His stories from those early days are sharp, funny, and full of the kind of passion that built this hobby from the ground up. 

Join David and Everitto once again as they continue their chat with Ben Metzger on how life circumstances pushed him into typewriter collecting and helped to shape an amazing collection of machines - and friendships in the typosphere. This is Part 2 of 2. 

Join David and Everitto as they chat it up with Ben Metzger on how life circumstances pushed him into typewriter collecting and helped to shape an amazing collection of machines - and friendships in the typosphere. This is Part 1 of 2. 

Join David, Everitto, and John TheShy (back together again) as they chat it up about typewriter myths - yes or no? Get out the popcorn, because this one is a hoot!

Join David and Everitto as they chat it up with a very interesting typewriter collector, Sameera Sandaruwan Abeyrathna (aka Sam). Sam is always on the hunt with his "partners in crime" for the next great typewriter to add to his enormous and unique collection of typewriters and ephemera.  

Join David and Everitto as they visit with Greg Fudacz, The AntiKey Chop, as they discuss a wide variety of topics regarding the typewriter experience. This almost two-hour chat is quite a bit of information, so hang onto your hat because it's about to get busy.

Join David and Everitto as they chat with Blake Banner and Luz Salinas about everything typewriter. This episode sparks a lot of conversation about how couples can truly enjoy the beauty of typewriters and make it a true adventure in the collection process as well as learning about one another. Get out the popcorn because this one is over 1 hour, 40 minutes. 

Join David and Everitto as they sit down with Josh Nickila from Nickila Typewriter in Minnesota, exploring the many hobbies and interests that keep Josh busy.

Join David and Everitto as they explore the world of The Batwing - The Oliver Typewriter with guest Jett Morton. Jett also talks about his amazing new book exclusive about this very unique typewriter.

Join David and Everitt as they chat it up with guest, Wilfred Esteves, local Austinite. Wilfred is a writer and a very active member in Austin Typewriter, Ink. Get out the popcorn and enjoy the show. And away we go!!!

Join David and Everitto as they catch up with the great Lucas Dul of Typewriter Chicago as they talk about a wide variety of topics revolving around Lucas' world. 

Join David and Everitto as they sit down and chat typewriters and so much more with the great Will Davis. 

Join David, Everitto & John TheShy as they sit down and talk about that "Grail Machine" everyone is hoping will become part of their respective collections.

Join David on the road trip'n to Houston, Texas as he chats it up with Glen, Amanda, and Cesar about typewriter road trips!

Join David & Everitto as they travel down to San Antonio to visit with Cesar Martinez, Eagle Eye Projekt, along with Zander, as they talk typewriter mechanikz!

Join David and Everitto as they join Larry Jenkins to discuss what it was like to be a repairman in the hey-day of typewriter usage over a span of his 50-year career.  

Join Everitto and David as they are invited into the home of Karen Payton (and her late husband, collector, John Payton, as they discuss his life involving typewriters, toy cars, and other special interests. This is such a special episode. 

Join Everitto and David as they sit down with Cody McCullin talking about everything typewriter. Cody drove into Austin to pick up a Pittsburgh Typewrite from another ATI member, so we decided to sit down and gab a bit. 

Join Everitto and David as they talk about something we hear quite often in the typewriter community - what is the value of my typewriter? We touch a lot of different topics related to "value" in the typewriter collecting effort, so here we go!

Join David as he chats it up with Evan Dwyer after he traveled into Austin on an Amtrak train. Quite often we focus on the mechanics of a typewriter, so this episode focuses a bit more on the "writer" end of the machines.

This is a really special episode, because David is joined by Paul & Angela Mackay, who came all the way from the UK to experience an ATI podcast. Put on your best pair of socks, grab some tea and cheese and enjoy the chat with this delightful couple.

After a long period, Everitt, John TheShy, and David reunite to ketchup (catch up) on goings-on with their various typewriter projects. 

Everett and David sit down with 'The Angry' Typer, Vinny Minchillo, as they discuss typewriters (of course) and vintage foreign cars, along with a sprinkle of journalism. Hang on to your loose paper!

Everett and David sat down with Kirk Jackson of Nashville (December 2023) to talk typewriters and opening a new typewriter shop when so many long-time shops are closing.

Join Everitto and David as they chat it up with Peter Weil discussing the influence of typewriters.

Join hosts David and Everitto as they chat with Dr. Peter Weil about the "feel" of typewriter and what it means in terms of connectivity.

What a typewriterit touches so many heartsin three--five--three partsErick, founder and working member of The Haikuists sits down with West Coast Host Bob Marshall and tells us what it is like to earn a living with a good typewriter and a lot of talented people. You won't want to miss this one as we dive into all things poetry and typewriters on the front porch of Typewriter Muse Shop and Showroom.https://haikuists.com/www.typewritermuse.com/http://www.austintypewriterink.com/

It's another great episode with hosts, Everitto and Gimme It as they join Dr. Peter Weil in Houston talking about typewriter history and the machine's influence over the years,

Neil Barraclough from Manchester England - tapping into typewriting history with us. TypeTown is a fortnightly newsletter celebrating the typewriter's place in history and modern culture.  So what inspires Neil to research and publish this for us? Find out - on Austin Typewriters Ink.https://typetown.substack.com/http://www.austintypewriterink.com/https://typewritermuse.com/

In this episode we hear from Sean of Calgary, Alberta. Single handedly he took his passion of vintage analog technology and turned it into a thriving business to serve his community. Don't let his many accent foul you, he knows what he is talking about in the world of typewriters. Don't forget that Austin Typewriters Ink still has the most popular wearables for your typewriter body. https://www.instagram.com/yyctypewriter/?hl=enhttp://www.austintypewriterink.com/https://typewritermuse.com/

There is happiness found under the hills of sunny Southern California. In this long awaited episode, your West Coast Host sits down with Aaron Therol of Typewriter Connection in the Typewriter Muse Shop.  We discuss how our love for all things typewriters has only grown in the last few years. So how do two businesses here amongst the bright lights of the big city bring typewriters to you? Find out in this episode of Austin Typewriters Inks.http://www.typwriterconnection.com/http://typewritermuse.com/http://www.austintypewriterink.com/

Join hosts, Everitto and Gimme It, as they chat typewriters with guest, Peter Weil in Part 2 of 2.

Join hosts, Everitto and Gimme It as they join with Peter Weil in a two part segment discussing the influence typewriters have in society from the late 1800's to the 21st century.

Join Everitto and Gimme It as they chat it up with guest, David Brechbiel regarding Virtual Herman's, Typewriter Town and of course - typewriters and more! 

Join Everitto and Gimme It as they chat it up with Jack Armstrong about typewriters, automobiles and typewriters. 

Join Everitto and Gimme It as they have a chat with Sarah Everett in using social media, technology and creative methods to communicate typewriter interest to the younger generation who are showing interest in these amazing machines.

The youth of a Typewriter Nation; Lucas Dul. At only only 21 years of age, he has taken the typosphere by storm providing all the typewriter services we could ever possible dream of. From accessories to full rebuilding services; Lucas IS THAT Typewriter Technician that can do it all for us. West-Coast Host Bob Marshall sits down with Lucas to discuss all the ins and outs / ups and downs of the typewriter business and what it REALLY takes to get your machine typing again. Enjoy!https://www.lucasdul.com/https://typewritermuse.com/http://www.austintypewriterink.com/

Join ATI hosts, Everitto and David as they have a great chat with author and typewriter repairman Scott Connors regarding his experiences with repairing all types of different machines. 

The Typin Pint IS NOT so small as we find out on this episode with Brian Mahoney. A Journalist who became a typewriter artist, poet and mural painter. Also we chat about the Very Merry Winter Market happening December 4th in the Downtown Los Angeles Art District at Typewriter Connection: 440 S. Alameda. Noon to 6 p.m. Find all the info at https://www.typewriterconnection.com/Find Brian at https://www.thetypinpint.com/Brought to you by https://typewritermuse.com/http://www.austintypewriterink.com/

New typewriter Shop on the block: Type Space in Portland Oregon. Brought to you by your West Coast Host: Bob Marshall of Typewriter Muse. Owner and operator Tony chats with us about WHAT IT TAKES to open a full service and sales typewriter shop in today's economy. Click play and enjoy my fellow clackers.https://thetype.spacehttp://www.typewritermuse.comhttp://www.austintypewriterink.com 

West-Coast Host: Bob Marshall shares his story of Type-Ins, Type-Outs, Active Art Exhibits and Typewriter Club Live hosted by The Poor Typist every Sunday Moring on YOUTUBE. This episode gives you few tools to host your own events for the writers and everyone else in your local community. Also: a chat about the Typewriter Muse Active Art Exhibit currently going on at Bob's local Riverside Art Museum.This show is sponsored by Typewriter Muse at http://typewritermuse.com/

Join our West Coast host, Bob Marshall as he chats it up with Aaron of Typewriter Connection regarding typewriter repair, pop-up type-ins and celebrity connects on typewriters.

Join our West Coast host, Bob Marshall, as he chats it up with a lady, Sylvia, who actually worked for the Olivetti Company from 1970-77, and he acquired her grandfather's typewriter in the process.