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. 06 29 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    3d ago

    06 29 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    Second Cup – June 29, 2026 Summer is rolling along, and with it comes another easygoing morning together for Second Cup. Today we chat about the warm stretch of weather finally settling in, a few fun updates from the wet‑shaving world, and some coffee talk to round things out. It’s a laid‑back start to the week—just a chance to sit back, enjoy that second cup, and ease into Monday with good conversation and good company.

    27 min

  2. 3d ago

    06 29 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast

    Start your week with the June 29, 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag—our pre‑Fourth‑of‑July edition packed with wet‑shaving goodness. We’ve got a brand‑new Viewer Shaving Tip and a terrific Shave Den Visit from the same generous gentleman, plus updates on our upcoming meetup and the latest Giveaway news. You’ll also hear great Refill comments, explore a wave of new wet‑shaving gear, and discover some razor blades I’ve never even heard of before. Viewers sent in outstanding questions and comments this week, so pour a cup of your favorite Joe and join me as we talk wet shaving, razors, brushes, soaps, blades, and a few other things. === Topics: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:04:00 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip 00:07:01 Shave Den Visit 00:10:48 Reminders 00:12:31 Meetup Update 00:16:22 Giveaway Update 00:20:08 Refill 00:42:19 New Wet Shave Gear Intro 00:42:32 PAA Electro High Shine 00:48:02 Reserve No. 17 00:49:27 Salve & Oak Coffeehouse 00:51:27 TOBS 00:54:53 Digital Calipers 00:58:35 New Razor Blades 01:03:27 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing 01:03:40 Questions & comments Intro 01:03:55 Comparison Shave 01:05:49 Tret Razor Blade Talk 01:09:11 Coca-Cola Can Camp Stove 01:10:34 Closing 01:11:06 Last Laugh 01:11:24 Double Take === Links to things discussed in today's show: George Mugs: Georgetoon Shaving | https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/ George/Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mugs: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/ 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 === The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/ Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0 === Brousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/ Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/ === INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX === Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠ === First Canadian shave Reseve No. 17: https://firstcanadianshave.ca/products/barber-shop-taper-fade-tallow-shaving-soap Salve & Oka coffehouse: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/the-coffeehouse-timberline-tallow-shave-soap?variant=52494968127781 Taylor of Old Bond Street on amazon: https://amzn.to/4oTsN9E Treet Razor Blades: https://amzn.to/4eAlY9w 200 Platinum Treet Razor Blades: https://amzn.to/4eHPn1D Digital Calipers: https://amzn.to/441giPD === 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 Double Edge Safety Razor (Neutrally Aggressive): https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​ The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor (Frosted Chrome): https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​ The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​ The Godfather 'Stonehenge' Double Edge Safety Razor (Ultra Durable 304L Stainless Steel): https://amzn.to/2NSXMSu "30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

    1h 12m
  3. 06 22 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    Jun 22

    06 22 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    Summer is here and it/s time for another Second Cup. June rolls on and we have more wet sjhacving gear to tell you aobut. So, grab a cup of coffee, enjoy the summer weather and vibe, and let's talk a little more wet shaving and a few other things.

    28 min

  4. Jun 22

    6 22 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast

    It’s 06‑22‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is packed to the brim this week. We’ve got a loaded New Wet Shaving Gear segment—including a very special piece that ties beautifully into America’s 250th anniversary—plus an introduction to a brand‑new artisan you’ll want to keep an eye on. Add in a terrific Viewer Shaving Tip and Shave Den Visit from the same generous viewer, lots of great Refill comments, and plenty of coffee and conversation, and you’re set for an hour and twenty‑one minutes of classic 3MB community fun. So pour a cup, settle back, and let’s get things rolling.===Topics:00:00:00 Introduction00:05:23 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip00:10:12 Shave Den Visit00:13:49 Reminders00:15:33 GTA Meetup Update00:18:25 Giveaway Update00:24:04 More Giveaway Updates00:28:31 Refill00:42:16 New Wet Shave Gear Intro00:42:28 Salve & Oak - New Artisan00:45:23 Special Limited Henson Razor00:47:12 Taylor of Old Bond Street Cedarwood00:48:27 Muhle R41 Razor00:51:28 Antimicrobial Shaving Brush00:56:29 Storage Container00:58:06 Electric Shaving Brush00:59:26 Brousseau & Dov Lathering Bowl01:08:40 PAA Sneak Peek01:09:29 New INDYBRUSHWORX Razor01:11:35 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing01:11:48 Questions & Comments Intro01:12:03 David Grossman Anecdote01:15:15 Pour Over Coffee01:16:58 Moka Pot Tip01:19:41 Closing01:20:13 Last Laugh01:20:31 Double Take===Links to things discussed in today's show:George Mugs: Georgetoon Shaving | https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/George/Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mugs: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/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===The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0===Bary Bedford - A Texan Shaves: https://www.youtube.com/@UCV06zYStdBaISCcEtEbEWYg SOMADA Alum Block: https://amzn.to/3NJFS7p===Salve & Oak: Salve & Oak Co. – Salve & Oak Co.Larry Shaves - THE COFFEEHOUSE FROM SALVE & OAK CO.: https://youtu.be/ZYFDyFQf67E?si=UOZ_3k4xQDXnl0bxHenson Canada Red Razor: https://hensonshaving.com/products/henson-al13-in-canada-redTaylor of Old Bond Cedarwood Shaving Cream: https://amzn.to/4oBpSlCMÜHLE TRADITIONAL R41 Double Edge Safety Razor: https://amzn.to/4uNQzoMPermaSafe SHIELD 90-Day Antimicrobial Surface Protectant Spray: https://amzn.to/43NSX3WStorage Container: https://amzn.to/4eTYxXJElectric Shaving Brush with Bowl: https://amzn.to/4voWzFu===Brousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/===INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX===Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠===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 Safety Razor, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​The Godfather 'Stonehenge' DE Safety Razor (Ultra Durable 304L Stainless Steel): https://amzn.to/2NSXMSu"30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

    1h 22m
  5. 06 15 2026 Second Cup Podcaat

    Jun 15

    06 15 2026 Second Cup Podcaat

    June keeps rolling long and it's time for another Second Cup. Grab a cup of coffee and we'll del ve into a few more wet shaving subjects.

    25 min

  6. Jun 15

    06 15 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast

    Happy Monday and welcome to the 06‑15‑2026 Monday Morning Mailbag. Summer is just around the corner, and we’ve got a bright lineup of questions, comments, and shaving talk to kick off the week and your summer season. So, grab a cup of your favorite morning brew, kick back, relax, and let's talk a little wet shaving and a few other things. === Topics: 00:00 Introduction 03:48 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip 07:06 Shave Den Visit 11:59 Reminders 13:42 The Great Texas Wet Shavers Meetup 15:46 Giveaway Update 21:36 Refill 40:18 New Wet Shave Gear Intro 40:29 Razor Blade Case 42:26 Cella EPIC Reserva Fresco Shaving Cream 45:02 New Razorock Razor 45:54 New Wet Shave Gear Closing 46:06 Questions & Comments Intro 46:21 I fun Way to Pick a Blade for Your Shave 48:50 More Rockwell Talk 50:39 Pour Over Coffee 53:23 Closing 53:54 Last Laugh 54:12 Double Take === Links to things discussed in today's show: George Mugs: Georgetoon Shaving | https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/ George/Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mugs: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/ 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! Laather! 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 === The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/ Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0 === Bary Bedford - A Texan Shaves: https://www.youtube.com/@UCV06zYStdBaISCcEtEbEWYg SOMADA Alum Block: https://amzn.to/3NJFS7p === Jack Boss Tool Box with Transparent Lid, Double Side 34-Compartments Organizer Box: https://amzn.to/43BNiOh Andalus Tools Organizer Box, Small Parts Storage 18-Compartment: https://amzn.to/4xummxz === MERKUR 985C Travel Double Edge Safety Razor with Leather Case: https://amzn.to/4vg8O7w === Cella EPIC Riserva Fresco Shaving Cream 300ml: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/cella-epic-riserva-fresco-shaving-cream-300ml?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996f The Razor Company: https://www.therazorcompany.com?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996f === Razorock EZ1+: https://www.italianbarber.com/collections/founders-series/products/razorock-ez1-double-edge-aluminum-safety-razor?variant=49216391774360 === === Personna Platinum GEM Double Edge Blade: https://amzn.to/4vEEAeL === INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX === Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠ === Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt Phoenix Shaving Harvest Sun: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/harvest-sun?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt Phoenix Shaving Irish Coffee: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/baileys-irish-coffee?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt Phoenix Shaving Et Tu: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/et-tu?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 Double Edge Safety Razor (Neutrally Aggressive): https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​ The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor (Frosted Chrome): https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​ The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​ The Godfather 'Stonehenge' Double Edge Safety Razor (Ultra Durable 304L Stainless Steel): https://amzn.to/2NSXMSu "30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

    55 min
  7. 06 08 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    Jun 8

    06 08 2026 Second Cup Podcast

    Welcome to the June 8th edition of Second Cup. Summer is finally settling in, the mornings are bright, and I’ve got my coffee right here as we ease into another relaxed conversation together. It’s that time of year when everything feels just a little lighter — even if the to‑do list doesn’t — and I’m glad you’re taking a few minutes to sit back, sip along, and enjoy the morning with me. We’ve got a few things to chat about today, so let’s get right into it.

    30 min

  8. Jun 8

    06 08 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast.

    June rolls along, and so does another Monday Morning Mailbag for 06/08/2026, filled with great questions, new gear to chat about, and plenty of friendly conversation from the 3MB community. Grab a cup of coffee, kick back, relax, settle in, and let’s ease into the week together with some fun wet‑shaving talk, viewer insights, and a few other things. === Topics: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:06:09 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip 00:09:37 Shave Den Visit 00:15:22 Reminders 00:17:06 GTA Meetup 00:18:43 Giveaway Updates 00:21:29 Refill 00:36:06 New Wet Shave Gear Intro 00:36:17 Feather Razor 00:39:29 PAA Agua Dulce 00:40:45 Stirling Orange Chill 00:43:25 Andalus Case 00:46:32 The Grooming Society Razor Blades 00:47:46 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing 00:47:57 Questions & Comments Intro 00:48:12 Russian Razors from David Lair 00:51:46 Rockwell Razor Talk 00:57:26 More Rockwell Razor Talk 01:00:25 Linus & Lucy 01:00:58 Moka Pot versus Percolator 01:04:22 Roasting Coffee 01:05:34 Closing 01:06:04 Last Laugh 01:06:22 Double Take === Links to things discussed in today's show: George Mugs: Georgetoon Shaving | https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/ George/Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mugs: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/ 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! Laather! 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 === The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/ Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0 === Saltwater Taffy https://youtube.com/shorts/mUXD7qQZemw?si=YEgVqZx0j1yutKja https://youtube.com/shorts/xye845HKM2U?si=IHDivxib8pJcHCDr === PAA Agua Dulce: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/agua-dulce-collection?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt === SOMADA Alum Block: https://amzn.to/3NJFS7p === Bialetti Moka Pot: https://amzn.to/4va4TZu Moka Pots: https://amzn.to/4wScFJc === INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX === Stirling Orange Chill: https://www.stirlingsoap.com/products/orange-chill-shave-soap The Grooming Society Razor Blades: https://amzn.to/4uRfMiT === Linus and Lucy: https://youtu.be/OODA_K5hxyc?si=vXBFEnhf6fH9Hire === Andalus Tools Organizer Box: https://amzn.to/4dSxMU6 === Roasting Coffee Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lucGqBhwJClik6SitpDdni8qq057wBX === Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠ === Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt Phoenix Shaving Harvest Sun: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/harvest-sun?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt Phoenix Shaving Irish Coffee: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/baileys-irish-coffee?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt Phoenix Shaving Et Tu: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/et-tu?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 Double Edge Safety Razor (Neutrally Aggressive): https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​ The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor (Frosted Chrome): https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​ The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​ The Godfather 'Stonehenge' Double Edge Safety Razor (Ultra Durable 304L Stainless Steel): 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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