The Unfinished Notebook (Jeremy Bamford, Samantha Scathe)

This episode we talk all things commonplace books—and YOU get to pick which one Sam makes next! Check our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/unfinished_notebook_pod/
Link for free John Locke book on Commonplace Books:
https://archive.org/details/13925922180LockeCommonplaceBook/
Free online edition of Marcus Aurelius' Meditations:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2680
Clarification: The pen Sam discusses as her Thing of the Week at the end of the episode was indeed the Lamy 81, not the 80 Article with John Locke's index system:

https://fs.blog/john-locke-common-place-book/

This will be the first in an ongoing series of deep dives into products, brands, and maybe even concepts if we're feeling fancy. We hope you enjoy this episode on Lamy. We had lots of fun researching and learning about one of our favorite pen makers. Come join the conversation!

This was a fun episode to record. Who doesn't love talking about their favorite things? We go over the pens, brands, notebooks and inks that we currently love. Come join the conversation!

When the Bamford's away, the Scathe will play..... with her inks. Join her for a solo deep-dive on inky history, their properties, why inks work the way they do, a guide to the three main types of inks on the market, and some personal favorites to boot.

Let's talk about one of my favorite subjects: Notebooks!

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This week we sort of split the episode into two subjects. Sam educates me on book binding and leatherwork, and I talk about the fun of ephemera and fun stuff to put in your notebook.

Mini photo printer link: https://a.co/d/gcIZPH8

Sam and Jeremy talk about using notebooks for specific subjects. How many is too many? Is there such thing as too many?

Cavallini Notebook:

https://a.co/d/ajK3Kri

Diplomat Aero fountain pen:

https://a.co/d/0JlianG

This week we're diving into our dragon's hoard of stationery things. Let's see what hidden treasures we can find. Forgotten notebooks, dusty ink bottles, and "I thought I lost that" fountain pens. Come join the conversation!

Feels great to be back! After a brief hiatus, Samantha and Jeremy are back in front of the mics. We explore the topics of where we like to write and how it effects the results. Come join the conversation!

This week were pondering pencils. Wood pencils, mechanical and our perfect pencil picks. Plus we've pulled together a purposely premeditated, but polite parley on the purest pencil form. Peek into our pencil piles and prepare your prominent perspective on these perpetually profound, yet sometimes pleasantly plain and pointed procurements.

I think I've gone too far with the p-words.

Sharpener link:

https://a.co/d/827Lm6Q

Mistubishi 9852EW:

https://a.co/d/i0qaW0x

Mitsubishi 9850:

https://a.co/d/iWRff0q

Blackwing 602:

https://a.co/d/iWRff0q

Pen and Gear #2:

https://a.co/d/gNSAVbY

Golden Bear pencil:

https://pencils.com/products/golden-bear-orange-2-pencils-12-pack-made-in-thailand?_pos=1&_sid=7209bf441&_ss=r

Lamy pencil:

https://a.co/d/42mFtGc

Kuru Toga:

https://a.co/d/gVO8XaL

Paperage A5:

https://a.co/d/4oVygws

Pen and Gear notebook:

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pen-Gear-Fabric-Cover-Journal-Black-240-Ruled-Pages-Elastic-Band/532798295?from=/search

We couldn't decide on Do the Thing, or Fellowship of the List, or Check the Box for the title. So pick your favorite and have fun with it. This episode we're talking about to-do lists, check lists, and getting stuff done. Come join the conversation!

Memoranda notebook:

https://a.co/d/9YQacZH

Getting Things Done:

https://gettingthingsdone.com/what-is-gtd/

Sorry for the late upload! We haven't forgotten about you and we are grateful for everyone that listens and likes the show.

This one is for anyone that has wanted to start journaling, but doesn't know where to begin. We talk about inspiration, intention, and other "I" words. And also notebooks, delicious notebooks...

Come join the conversation!

Flexbook Adventure Notebook:

https://www.sendaframe.com/i30/itemdetail/item:34414?a=frame&gg=froogle_34414&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA_NC9BhCkARIsABSnSTb9ZlgBEod3wzyJV4_HVjhoNPzJgpDQ5r_0GabXtQUKvCtWljDccvAaAtCwEALw_wcB

Blackwing 746:

https://www.jetpens.com/Blackwing-Volumes-Vol.-746-Pencils-Firm-Lead-Pack-of-12-Limited-Edition/pd/43868?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA_NC9BhCkARIsABSnSTZ8akN1JcYFO-I_7DGLJ2C9AlZ2rETGhm9hlEjGcM0ummck2I1qhogaAnQUEALw_wcB

On this episode of The Unfinished Notebook, your intrepid hosts open up about times they’ve learned, and grown, and learned some more. Is it okay to outgrow a strongly-held opinion? Is it okay to believe or like or want things your childhood self would absolutely loathe?

Portage Notebook:

https://a.co/d/gmuodAL

Lamy Safari, because we love them:

https://a.co/d/6hb3eDw

Come back with us...to the 1900's! This episode has Jeremy and Samantha discussing the fun and interesting subject of letter writing. Come join the conversation!

Notebook cover:

https://a.co/d/a2M56le

We weren't going to put "Hard vs Soft" as the episode title. This is a family show after all.

Jeremy sends his apologies for being extra ramblesome and unprepared this week. Too much caffeine and not enough sleep. Still a fun episode. We debate the flaws and merits of hardcover/softcover journals and traditional books. Come join the conversation.

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Cognitive Surplus Notebooks:

https://cognitive-surplus.com/collections/notebooks?srsltid=AfmBOopYi-TUbw99ScMwwGLiC_8KjUIYJMJcxie8DZ9wI0kme5-kdO-s

Quick disclaimer, I was doing a solo show for the first three episodes. Samantha comes in at episode 4 and breathes some much needed life into the show.

A journaling 101 episode where we dip our toes into the wonderful world of journaling.

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Welcome! New format! New cohost! New Topic! Lots of exclamation points!

Your favorite hosts talk about the ups, downs, and diagonals of the past year. There may be talk of our overall favorites. We look forward to another year of the show! Come join the conversation!

This week we're laying it all on the table, and desk, and countertop. We pretty much just have stuff everywhere. We're all about stationery EDC this episode and we invite you to look in our pockets, but not in a weird way.

The little sketchbook Jeremy carries:

https://a.co/d/6BulMzF

Jeremy and Sam talk all things paper- thick and thin, coated and toothy, creamy and white. And in a first-ever for The Unfinished Notebook, your intrepid hosts face off in a Controversy Corner you won't want to miss.

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Samantha and Jeremy discuss creative writing. The how's, the why's and what we're reading and any current writing projects. Come join the conversation!

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TRIGGER WARNING! This episode features some subject matter that may be upsetting to some people.

Mental health is very important and having the motivation to keep going is just as important. We promise that all of this is tied into our beloved stationery hobby and we discuss ways to stay motivated during times of stress and uncertainty. Please remember that you have value and that the world would be worse without you. Come join the conversation.

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Take a deep dive with me into the world of bullet journaling!

This episode, The Unfinished Notebook goes digital! We’re talking about apps for note taking and for journaling or planning. We’ll go over some Android and iOS apps and maybe even a PC program or two. Stationery is still our first love, but there are many people that do everything in digital form. Could we be among them? Probably not, but this will be fun anyway. Jinhao Gullor fountain pen:

https://a.co/d/5YHcxJo

Galaxy Tab S6 Lite:

https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Android-Lasting-Included-Speakers/dp/B0BRQG4WV2/

Studio Ceramika:

https://www.studioceramika.com

In this episode we open our bags and talk about...bags. How many is too many? Is there such thing as too many? If you're a fan of stationery you already know the answer. Come join the conversation!

Sabrent bag:

https://a.co/d/frIDzG7

Swiss Gear:

https://www.swissgear.com/backpacks/swissgear-1900-scansmart-laptop-backpack

Tzowla bag:

https://a.co/d/ef65Dlh

NICCID bag:

https://a.co/d/4gGN3OR

Welcome to 2025! This year is definitely going to be more chill, right? Right? Jeremy and Sam talk about some yearly themes, some new stuff on our desks, and a new update on an old product. Come join the conversation!

Fountain Pen Friendly Moleskine Video:

https://youtu.be/ty_i7UtY1Ys?feature=shared

Take a listen as Samantha performs the short story "Lighthouse 4", written by Jeremy.

Author's Commentary: This whole experience was such a treat for me. I know that Sam does voice acting, but to hear my own written words performed in such a way was quite surreal. I feel like a real author right now! Look out Steven King! In all seriousness, I really loved her performance and interpretation of my story. The way she made each character distinct helped the pacing of the story and dialog. There was some subtext that I tried to emphasize where the ship was almost a character itself, and Sam brought that to the surface nicely. She captured the tension of the scene without being overdramatic. This was definitely a *chef's kiss* performance! Thank you, Sam for lending your talent. I hope the audience enjoys as well!