Monday Morning Mailbag and More

07 06 2026 Second Cup Podcast

A fresh week, a fresh brew, and a chance to ease into Monday together. Today’s Second Cup keeps things relaxed and conversational as we chat about the stretch of summer settling in, a few fun notes from the wet‑shaving world, and whatever else pairs well with that second cup of coffee. It’s a simple, comfortable start to the day—just good company, light conversation, and a moment to breathe before the week gets rolling.

07 06 2026 Monday Morning Mailbag Podcast.

It’s 07‑06‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is here to kick off another great week of traditional wet shaving. We’ve got a brand‑new Viewer Shaving Tip, a terrific Shave Den Visit, and some exciting new wet‑shaving gear—complete with viewer reviews that really bring the products to life. You’ll also find the latest Giveaway update, a fresh batch of terrific Refill comments, and a wonderfully entertaining and informative round of Questions & Comments from the community. So, pour yourself a cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving and a few other things. === Topics 00:00:00 Introduction 00:04:12 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip 00:07:00 Shave Den Visit 00:10:46 Reminders 00:12:30 Giveaway Update 00:14:54 Refill 00:38:07 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro 00:38:20 Salve & Oak 00:45:06 Beth Jones Cella Review 00:49:52 David Dart Altier Review 00:52:55 Skintimate Shaving Oil 00:55:26 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing 00:55:38 Questions & Comments Intro 00:55:53 Fendrihan Shaving Manual 00:56:51 Authentic Italian Barber Shave 00:58:17 A New Piece of Wet Shaving Gear 01:00:25 Closing 01:00:56 Last Laugh 01:01:14 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 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: 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 === PAA Electro High Shine: https://phoenixshaving.com/products/doppelganger-electro-high-shine-artisan-shave-soap-aftershave-bundle-ultra-premium-ck-6-formula-homage-to-a-fresh-masculine-classic?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt === Brousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/ Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/ === Cella EPIC Riserva Fresco Shaving Cream : 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 === Salve & Oak links Courtesy of Bill Murphy: Website: https://www.salveandoakco.com/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575375173683 Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/salveandoakco === Skintimate 2-in-1 Shave Oil & Moisturizer: https://amzn.to/4vLySYp The Aylsworth Atelier Razor: https://aylsworthrazors.com/collections/razors-1/products/the-atelier-razor === Fendrihan Shavng Guide PDF: https://manuals.plus/m/995ed7812348d28d17d2861cb9b83f7403c4e637dd0ebc7552c7b6882ff539a8.pdf === 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 Doppelgänger Electro High Shine: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/doppelganger-electro-high-shine?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 Safety Razor: https://amzn.to/2XJha7M The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor, 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

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.

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

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.