Monday Morning Mailbag and More

October’s settling in, and the mornings are getting that crisp, frosty edge — the kind where you really appreciate a hot cup of coffee and a good shave to start the day. In today’s Second Cup, we’re talking cool shaves, some sharp new gear that just landed, and the latest on the giveaway. It’s the perfect mix of fall weather, warm conversation, and classic wet‑shaving camaraderie. Grab your mug an...

It’s 10‑19‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is here to start your week with another terrific round of wet‑shaving conversation. We’ve got a great Shaving Tip that’s valuable to every wet shaver—especially folks just getting started—plus an amazing Shave Den Visit that’ll have you wondering if it’s a retail store or someone’s personal slice of shaving heaven. There’s an important update on the...

Good morning, everyone, and welcome to Second Cup. Fall is really settling in now — the colors changing, those warm days followed by cool nights, and that first cup of hot coffee that just feels perfect this time of year. It’s also a great season for shaving: richer scents, warmer lathers… or in my case, the lack of a warm lather and hot water — stay tuned for that story. This is the time when art...

It’s 10‑12‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is here to kick off another great week of traditional wet shaving. We’ve got a really sharp Shaving Tip to start things off, a fun Shave Den Visit, and an important Giveaway update on that Mid‑Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup ticket. There are some terrific Refill comments this week, plenty of brand‑new wet‑shaving gear to check out, and of course a fresh...

Second Cup – Cold‑Water Edition Summer might be behind us, but I’m still getting a taste of the cold — right at home. No hot water this week, so it’s been cold‑water shaves, cold‑water showers, and a full‑on “Navy Shower” routine that would make any sailor proud. We’ll talk a little about that chilly start to the day, some wet‑shaving fun, and a classic Navy movie recommendation to go along with i...

We’re rolling into October on this 10‑05‑2026 edition of the Monday Morning Mailbag, and the change of seasons is definitely in the air. Viewer James Sefton kindly sent along the Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we’ve got an eye on the weather as fall settles over the land. Today’s show brings a terrific shaving tip, a Shave Den Visit all the way from London, England, plus Reminders, Refill comments, and...

Welcome to the Second Cup Podcast for September 28th, 2026. As October peeks around the corner, the Halloween season is already starting to stir — Phoenix Shaving has Blue Samhain returning for another year, their Monster Razors are back in the spotlight, and a few online sellers are rolling out 15%‑off sales that make this a great time to stock up. It’s that fun stretch of the calendar when autum...

It’s 09‑28‑2026 and the Monday Morning Mailbag is ready to welcome a brand‑new week — and the start of fall. So pour yourself a good hot coffee into that favorite mug that celebrates the season, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving. We’ve got a terrific shaving tip, a Shave Den Visit featuring a pristine vintage razor, plenty of Refill comments, and all the usual Updates and Reminders. There...

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 w...

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...

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...

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 w...

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....

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 g...

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 te...

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 ho...

On today’s Second Cup, we’re easing into the week with some terrific wet‑shaving news, starting with a standout collaboration between Heritage Hill and Jason Miller—a brand‑new shave soap and splash that’s already generating buzz. Phoenix Shaving has fresh offerngs on the horizon, and Alpha Shaving Works has a new razor worth keeping an eye on as well. It’s a great mix of creativity and craftsmans...

It’s 08‑24‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is here to kick off another great week of traditional wet shaving. We’ve got a terrific combination Viewer Shaving Tip and Shave Den Visit that really brings today’s show to life, along with fresh Giveaway updates and the latest news from the upcoming Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup. There’s some great new wet‑shaving gear to explore. We’ll also take a momen...

On today’s Second Cup, we settle into a mid‑August Monday with a little talk about vacation rhythms — including Maggard Razors taking a well‑earned break — plus some travel notes and a look at what’s new in the wet‑shaving world. Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements has both a fresh alum offering and a new shave soap that caught our attention, so we’ll pour that second cup and catch up on everything happ...

The August 17th Monday Morning Mailbag arrives with a fresh cup, a full inbox, and plenty of mid‑August momentum. Viewers have sent in terrific questions, helpful tips, and a number of Reuben Awards comments that add a fun extra layer to this week’s show. Settle in, sip your coffee, and let’s dive into what everyone’s been talking about. So let’s talk a little wet shaving and a few other things.==...

The Second Cup for Monday, August 10, 2026 settles in with a fresh mug and a few good stories from the weekend—everything from new offerings at Phoenix Shaving and Subtle Art Soap Co. to a wild summer drive home through torrential rain and double lightning bolts that lit up the night sky. After making it back safe and sound, it’s a pleasure to sit down with everyone this morning, share a cup of co...

August rolls on, and there’s still plenty of summer to enjoy as we settle in for this week’s 3MB. The mornings have that easy, sun‑washed feel, perfect for a fresh pour in the Peanuts Snoopy‑and‑Linus mug while we catch up, share a few laughs, and ease into the day. We’re right in that sweet spot of the season — warm afternoons, long evenings, and just enough breeze to remind you summer’s still go...

On this early‑August Second Cup, we settle in with that unmistakable “deep summer” mood—warm mornings, long evenings, and plenty of wet‑shaving chatter to go around. We catch up on what’s new from Phoenix Shaving, Hendrix Classics & Co., Soap Commander, and OneBlade, talk a little coffee and weekend weather, and ease into the week with the kind of relaxed conversation that fits perfectly with...

Welcome to the August 3rd Monday Morning Mailbag, where we’re settling into the dog days of summer and enjoying that last easy stretch before the season begins to wind down. It’s the time of year when the mornings feel slow, the afternoons run warm, and a Lake Erie coffee mug on the table hints at weekends filled with sunshine, water, and a little well‑earned fun. So let’s ease into this August ma...

As we ease into the final days of July, today’s Second Cup settles into that familiar midsummer rhythm—slow mornings, bright skies (a little ovedrcast here, at the monent), and a little space to breathe before August comes rushing in. We chat about the week’s wet‑shaving highlights, a bit of coffee talk, and a few small summer moments worth savoring as we start a new Monday together. So pour that...