Monday Morning Mailbag and More

Mark Szorady
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This is Mark Szorady's "Monday Morning Mailbag" YouTube show in podcast form. Hello to all viewers and listeners. On the Monday Morning Mailbag, we discuss the Traditional Wet Shave and all the gear and processes that accompany it. You'll hear about new and vintage safety razors, shave brushes, shave soaps and creams, etc. Viewers send in shaving tips and very helpful comments. I also hope to drop in some extra content from time to time that I'll be calling "Second Cup." So, grab a cup of coffee and join us every Monday and stay tuned for that Second Cup.

  1. 8h ago

    09 21 2025 Second Cup Podcast

    The September 21, 2026 Second Cup Podcast eases in like a slow, deliberate lather — the kind you build when you’re not rushing, letting the shave soap and brush bloom and the morning settle. There’s a hint of fall in the air, the kind that makes a good scent open up, and today’s conversation moves with that same steady rhythm: weekend reflections, a few notes from the shave den, and the creative work waiting just beyond the rinse. It’s a gentle check‑in, a moment to reset your angle, and a reminder that even on the busiest weeks, a second cup — and a well‑crafted shave — can set the tone for everything that follows.

    09 21 2025 Second Cup Podcast

  2. 9h ago

    09 21 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast

    It’s 09‑21‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is back with another terrific start to your wet‑shaving week. We’ve got a smart travel shaving tip, a fun Shave Den Visit, fresh Giveaway updates, and some truly terrific Refill comments. Plus—a lot of new wet‑shaving gear to show off thanks to the Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup, along with some great Questions & Comments to round out the show. So pour yourself a good cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving and a few other things. === Topics: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:06:55 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip 00:11:53 Thank You, Charles 00:12:25 Shave Den Visit 00:15:28 Reminders 00:17:12 Dave & Bard Kise Children's Cancer Research Fund: https://tinyurl.com/mr34hdyt 00:19:20 Giveaway Updates 00:23:16 Refill 00:48:20 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro 00:48:31 The Fixer 00:50:23 PAA Wurm 00:56:08 A&E Wake The F Up 00:59:02 Hearth and Altar 01:03:52 Parker Variant Open Comb Razor 01:04:51 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing 01:05:03 Questions & Comments Intro 01:05:18 Blade Care 01:08:08 More AI Image Fun 01:10:40 How To Use a Honey Dipper 01:13:03 Closing 01:13:34 Last Laugh 01:13:52 Double Take === Links to things discussed in today's show: The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz === SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather === ShaveSplash | Aftershave & Shave Soap Reviews: https://www.shavesplash.com/ === The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/ The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject Hardcover: https://amzn.to/44JnsIh The Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e === Hamster Rally: pollytoon@aol.com === The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/ Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0 === The Mid Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup Ticket Giveaway: https://youtu.be/CG0Q8iS1cSM?si=zWd8e0SXFMawoHCx === The Razor Company: https://www.therazorcompany.com?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996f Parker Flight: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/parker-flight-all-brass-double-edge-safety-razor The Parker Variant OPEN COMB ADJUSTABLE: https://link.amazon/B0a9AHSmI === Brousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/ Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/ === Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠ === INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX === Children's Cancer Research Fund: https://tinyurl.com/mr34hdyt === Seaside Carousel: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/seaside-carousel-timberline-shave-soap === Hearth and Altar: https://www.hearthandaltarshop.com/ === Hendrix Classics & Co. The Fixer: https://hendrixclassics.com/products/the-fixer-shave-soap Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt === PAA Wurm Shaving Brush: Link Coming Soon! === Animated Gillette Advert about Proper Razor Use, 1940s - Film 1001944: https://youtu.be/7HlMyKGnQHM?si=05_6Jc6kVfEfI0ON How to Use a Honey Dipper: https://youtube.com/shorts/DNiWYam-gJQ?is=_fCA9OdrbrIsPs0u === I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. My Amazon Product Page: www.amazon.com/shop/markszorady VIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​ The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor: https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​ The Emperor Adjustable, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​ The Godfather 'Stonehenge': https://amzn.to/2NSXMSu "30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

  3. Sep 14

    09 14 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    Welcome to the 09‑14‑2026 Second Cup. Today we’re taking a relaxed look back at the 6th Annual Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup and all the great items we picked up while we were there. From soaps and splashes to brushes, razors, and a few unexpected surprises, it was a terrific day of wet‑shaving camaraderie. So pour yourself a cup, settle in, and let’s recap some of the wonderful gear and generous gifts that made this year’s meetup such a memorable event.

    09 14 2026 Second Cup Podcast

  4. Sep 14

    09 14 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast

    It’s 09‑14‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is here with another terrific start to your wet‑shaving week. We’ve got a smart Shaving Tip, a great Shave Den Visit, some really engaging Refill comments, plus Meetup and Giveaway updates. There’s also plenty of new wet‑shaving gear to check out, along with a special highlight reel from the Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup. And of course, we wrap things up with some truly great Questions & Comments from the community.Today’s show runs longer than usual — we wanted to make sure everyone we spoke with at the meetup was included in the highlight reel.Feel free to use the bookmarks to jump to your favorite part of the show. Whether you’re here for the interviews, the gear talk, or the meetup moments, there’s plenty to enjoy.Thanks again to everyone who came out and made the day such a terrific event.===00:00:00 Introduction00:07:58 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip00:10:36 Shave Den Visit00:14:33 Reminders00:16:18 Meetup and Giveway Updates00:19:34 Dave & Barb Kise Great Cycle Challenge - Children's Cancer Research Fund00:21:39 Refill00:38:13 Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup Highlight Reel01:12:28 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro01:12:39 Parker Flight01:19:44 Seaside Carousel01:21:55 Vintage Gillette Tech01:26:46 Wolfbox MF60 Blower01:29:28 New Wet Shave Gear Closing01:29:41 Questions & Comments Intro01:29:56 Personna Gem Blades01:32:53 CK-6 Shave Experience01:37:24 Lather and Shave Brush Knot01:40:31 More AI Image Fun01:49:07 Closing01:49:38 Last Laugh01:49:55 Double Take===Links to things discussed in today's show:The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz===SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather===ShaveSplash | Aftershave & Shave Soap Reviews: https://www.shavesplash.com/===The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject Hardcover: https://amzn.to/44JnsIhThe Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e===Hamster Rally: pollytoon@aol.com===The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0===The Razor Company: https://www.therazorcompany.com?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996fParker Flight: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/parker-flight-all-brass-double-edge-safety-razor===Brousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/===Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠===INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX===Children's Cancer Research Fund: https://tinyurl.com/mr34hdyt===Seaside Carousel: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/seaside-carousel-timberline-shave-soap===WOLFBOX MF60 Compressed Air Duster: https://amzn.to/4gZ4aEQ===Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt===I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.My Amazon Product Page:www.amazon.com/shop/markszoradyVIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor: https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​The Emperor Adjustable, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​The Godfather 'Stonehenge': https://amzn.to/2NSXMSu"30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

  5. Sep 7

    09 07 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    On this Labor Day edition of the Second Cup Podcast, we’re easing into the long weekend with a mix of coffee, conversation, and some terrific wet‑shaving savings. From holiday sales on razors, soaps, and gear, it’s a nice look at a few deals you may want to take advantage of as you close out the summer season. It’s a laid‑back look at what’s happening across the shaving world as summer winds down. Pour that second cup, settle in, and enjoy a relaxed holiday chat about community, comfort, and a little bit of smart shopping.

    09 07 2026 Second Cup Podcast

  6. Sep 7

    09 07 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast

    It’s 09‑07‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is back with another terrific start to your wet‑shaving week. We’ve got a really smart shaving tip, a Shave Den Visit with a fun bit of science behind it, Meetup updates, plenty of Refill comments, and a lot of new wet‑shaving gear to check out. Plus, as always, some truly terrific Questions & Comments from the 3MB community. So pour yourself a good cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving and a few other things. Fair Use / Attribution: This video contains short segments from Allen Edmonds’ Recrafting video, used strictly for informational and educational purposes. The original video and all associated rights belong to Allen Edmonds. My use of this material is for commentary, explanation, and consumer education. If you enjoy their craftsmanship, please visit AllenEdmonds.com to learn more about their Recrafting services. Note: This episode includes a short informational clip from Allen Edmonds’ Recrafting video. The rights‑holder allows its use. This video is not monetized due to a music claim on one of the background tracks. I’ve chosen to leave everything in place so viewers can enjoy the full presentation. === Topics: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:06 Flapjacks 00:06:59 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip 00:10:33 Shave Den Visit 00:14:29 Reminders 00:16:13 Meetup Reminders 00:17:57 Children’s Cancer Research Fund 00:20:03 Refill 00:45:33 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro 00:45:45 Parker Flight Razor 00:47:48 Taisoto Duo Razor 00:48:47 Seaforth EPEE 00:50:49 The Golden Age Wet Shaver 00:51:40 9/11 25th Anniversary 00:53:12 Seaside Carousel 00:54:26 Manual Head Shaver 00:58:39 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing 00:58:52 Questions & Comments Intro 00:59:08 Allen Edmonds 01:04:14 Turano-Toronto Head Shave 01:07:04 Abhinay Samant Anecdote 01:09:46 Al Spencer Coffee Selections 01:11:00 AI - Wet Shavers Portrait 01:11:40 Closing 01:12:10 Last Laugh 01:12:28 Double Take === Links to things discussed in today's show: The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz === SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather === ShaveSplash: https://www.shavesplash.com/ === The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/ The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject: https://amzn.to/44JnsIh The Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e === Hamster Rally: pollytoon@aol.com === Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ohioshavemeetup/2026 === The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/ Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0 === Allen Edmonds: https://www.allenedmonds.com/ Allen Edmonds Recrafting: https://www.allenedmonds.com/recrafting === The Golden Age Wet Shaver: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/heritage-hill-shave-company-the-golden-age-wet-shaver-shave-soap-4oz === Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/ === Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠ === INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX === Seaside Carousel: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/seaside-carousel-timberline-shave-soap === Christian Ortlepp Taisoto Duo: https://www.facebook.com/taisoto.care/videos/1073555958719437 === Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt === I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. My Amazon Product Page: www.amazon.com/shop/markszorady VIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​ The Emperor Adjustable, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​ "30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

  7. Aug 31

    08 31 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    On today’s Second Cup, we’re closing out summer with a little nostalgia and a whole lot of wet‑shaving goodness. I’m brewing a coffee we haven’t had in ages — good old Maxwell House — the perfect companion as we ease into Labor Day weekend. Phoenix Shaving has a brand‑new sea‑and‑ocean‑scented shave soap that really captures that last breath of summer on the water, and we’ll take a look at some terrific Labor Day sales happening across the wet‑shaving world, including fresh gear and deals from Razor Emporium and The Razor Company. It’s a great mix of classic comfort, new releases, and end‑of‑season savings, so pour yourself a cup and let’s settle in.

    08 31 2026 Second Cup Podcast

  8. Aug 31

    08 31 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast

    It’s 08‑31‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is back with another terrific start to your wet‑shaving week. We’ve got a smart travel shaving tip and a great Shave Den Visit from Jim in Northfield, plus Meetup updates, plenty of Refill comments, and a lot of new wet‑shaving gear to explore. There are also some really great questions and comments this week—including a viewer sharing a brand‑new hobby and an impressive talent. So pour yourself a good cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving and a few other things. === Topics: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:04:01 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip 00:07:19 Shave Den Visit 00:11:35 Reminders 00:13:18 Meetup Updates 00:15:24 Refill 00:37:35 New Wet Shave Gear Intro 00:37:47 The Golden Age Wet Shaver Shave Soap 00:42:19 Seaside Carousel Shave Soap 00:46:34 9/11 25th Anniversary Shave Soap 00:47:22 Rasozero Pelli Delicate Shaving Soap 00:48:54 HC&C Garand Razor 00:50:43 Leaf Branch Razor 00:51:45 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing 00:51:58 Questions & Comments Intro 00:52:13 Razor Blades Science 00:53:21 What are These Splashes? 00:54:50 Col. Mully Hobby 00:57:12 Closing 00:57:43 Last Laugh 00:58:01 Double Take === Links to things discussed in today's show: The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz === SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather === ShaveSplash | Aftershave & Shave Soap Reviews: https://www.shavesplash.com/ === The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/ The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject Hardcover: https://amzn.to/44JnsIh The Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e === Hamster Rally: pollytoon@aol.com === Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ohioshavemeetup/2026 === The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/ Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0 === 9/11 25th Anniversary Tunnels to Towers: https://www.strikegoldshave.com/product-page/911 === Treet Razor Blades: https://amzn.to/4qz5D9d === Col. Mully https://www.youtube.com/@UC2C_EqJab9eiPSUq2bc0c9g https://www.facebook.com/people/Mully-Shaves/100066594163068/ https://www.instagram.com/dapper_steps/ === The Golden Age Wet Shaver: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/heritage-hill-shave-company-the-golden-age-wet-shaver-shave-soap-4oz?_pos=1&_sid=1b1ed4b87&_ss=r&sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996f The Razor Company: https://www.therazorcompany.com?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996f === Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/ === Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠ === The Garand Double-Edge Safety Razor: https://hendrixclassics.com/products/the-garand-double-edges-safety-razor Rasozero Pelli Delicate Shaving Soap : https://amzn.to/4x1tiAX Leaf Branch Razor: https://amzn.to/4d9nMF3 === The Science of Sharp: https://scienceofsharp.com/2014/05/28/a-comparison-of-several-manufactured-blades/ === Personna Platinum GEM Double Edge Blade: https://amzn.to/4vEEAeL === INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX === Razor Emporium: https://www.razoremporium.com/ === Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt === I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. My Amazon Product Page: www.amazon.com/shop/markszorady VIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​ The Emperor (Frosted Chrome): https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​ The Emperor MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​ The Godfather 'Stonehenge' : https://amzn.to/2NSXMSu "30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

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This is Mark Szorady's "Monday Morning Mailbag" YouTube show in podcast form. Hello to all viewers and listeners. On the Monday Morning Mailbag, we discuss the Traditional Wet Shave and all the gear and processes that accompany it. You'll hear about new and vintage safety razors, shave brushes, shave soaps and creams, etc. Viewers send in shaving tips and very helpful comments. I also hope to drop in some extra content from time to time that I'll be calling "Second Cup." So, grab a cup of coffee and join us every Monday and stay tuned for that Second Cup.

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