Little Things for Bonsai People

Howdy, Bonsai Buds. On this episode of Little Things, Carmen and Evan discuss what makes bonsai tree "expensive". Should you be paying tens to thousands of dollars for bonsai materials? Or is there another way to evaluate bonsai trees? Listen to hear Carmen and Evan's side of the debate.Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, Greater Louisville Bonsai Society, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comAttend the Waterfront Botanical Garden's 3rd Annual Bonsai Weekend!https://www.louisvillebonsai.org/copy-of-glbs-eventsBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Music composed and engineered by Matt O'Donnell.

Howdy Bonsai Friends! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen recount the weekend of C'est Bonsai 2025. It been a topic the crew keeps going back to but it's for a good reason. C'est Bonsai this year made a huge impact on the local scene in the southeast United States and even elevated the Little Things as well!Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, Greater Louisville Bonsai Society, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comAttend the Waterfront Botanical Garden's 3rd Annual Bonsai Weekend!https://www.louisvillebonsai.org/copy-of-glbs-eventsBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Howdy Bonsai Friends! On this very special episode of Little Things, Evan, Mike, and Carmen recorded in front of a live crowd at C'est Bonsai 2025. This is the first live take and won't be the last. Go to Underhill Bonsai's channel on YouTube to see the Little Things critique. You can actually see the Little Thing crew in person for the first time together!Click the link to see our live critique:https://youtu.be/nGNrASb83jQ?si=gZw4lK5wfailutAgAgain thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, Greater Louisville Bonsai Society, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comAttend the Waterfront Botanical Garden's 3rd Annual Bonsai Weekend!https://www.louisvillebonsai.org/copy-of-glbs-eventsBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Hey Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen talk with David De Groot about how to relate bonsai to music and a little bit of New Orleans history. This is a great episode for a long laidback car ride or over a warm cup of coffee. David is always an amazing guest and has more incite than most when it comes to discussing bonsai.Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, Greater Louisville Bonsai Society, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comAttend the Waterfront Botanical Garden's 3rd Annual Bonsai Weekend!https://www.louisvillebonsai.org/copy-of-glbs-eventsBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen dive into a deep conversation about proportions and leaf size. There is a little bit of debate and a little bit of back and forth on ideas and concepts on this episode. If you're up for a challenging conversation about bonsai, then this episode is for you!Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, Greater Louisville Bonsai Society, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comAttend the Waterfront Botanical Garden's 3rd Annual Bonsai Weekend!https://www.louisvillebonsai.org/copy-of-glbs-eventsBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! On this episode Little Things, Evan and Carmen discuss the SCIENCE behind flowers and how they relate to new growth either in the spring or fall on our bonsai. Treat this episode as if it is a spring time check up!Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan talks with Rob Kempinski about the BSF (Bonsai Societies of Florida) Convention and "creative" displays. Rob has put together several unconventional displays in the past and also collaborated with Laurent Darrieux recently. Evan and Rob do a deep dive into art for art sake and how to cross over into bonsai art.Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Hey Bonsai Friends! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen speak with Aarin Packard. Aarin is the curator at the Pacific Bonsai Museum located in Federal Way, WA. The Pacific Bonsai Museum is brought up in many episode throughout the show and it is a real pleasure to have the curator featured on this episode to give us insight into what it takes to run a public collection and how to plan out high level exhibitions. Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Howdy, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen discuss the ethics of collecting wild trees from nature for bonsai. This is a very hotly debated topic in the bonsai world and it's time for the Little Things to get on their soap boxes!Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

How's it, Bonsai Buds. On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen discuss the ins and outs of greenhouses and cold frames. Evan relays his experiences with a commercial greenhouse and Carmen discusses the cold frame at the public collection she maintains.Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com size greenhouse at Underhill while Carmen discusses the cold frame at the public collection.

Howdy Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Thing, Evan and Carmen speak with Jonas Dupuich working with red maple, acer rubrum. The crew takes a deep dive into the development of the species for bonsai and an even deeper dive into deciduous bonsai care. It's always a great episode to tune in to when we have Jonas joining us!Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!mattodonnell.comBuy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

Welcome to the new year, Best Buds! To kick the new year off, Evan and Carmen talk with Sylvia Smith. She has many years of bonsai experiences in Dallas, Tx, as a leading bonsai professional. Sylvia will also be one of our spotlight guest artists at C'est Bonsai 2025! Tune in to learn more about Sylvia on this week's episode.Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

Howdy, Bonsai Buds! We are pleased to present the 100th episode of Little Things for Bonsai People. We are honored to have so many dedicated listeners and patrons out there that have kept us chugging along. On this episode Evan, Mike, Carmen, Nate, Matt, and John talk about the show's highlights throughout the past 2 years. Also, at the end of the episode, our scholarship winner is announced. Listen to find out who the was awarded the first ever Little Things scholarship give away!Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

How's it Bonsai Buds! Drumroll everyone, this is your last chance to submit your Bonsai Story to the Little Things to get a chance to be awarded the Little Things Bonsai Scholarship. Listen as Evan, Carmen, and Nate talk about the details of the scholarship and all the new goodies added on. Also, there is a discussion on how to submit your first tree to an exhibition that is aimed at beginners!Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

Howdy, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things for Bonsai People, Evan talks about new plans for his blog posting site and why recording bonsai history is important. Also, Oscar Jonker of Bonsai Empire has returned to talk with Evan about his latest bonsai online course about bonsai garden design. Evan critiques the course and gives a consumers review.Check out bonsaiempire.com for more online courses!Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

Howdy, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan speaks with Guy Guidry and Robert Pressler about the "missing" bald cypress bonsai known as 'Twister'. 'Twister' has a very interesting history has a bonsai and had a literal huge impact on the North American bonsai scene. Guy and Robert talk through the collection and creation of 'Twister', the sale of the tree after the first National show, and where the might be today.Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

How's it going, Bonsai Buds. This episode of Little Things, Evan speaks with Carmen about her departure from the Crataegus garden and her graduation from Michael Hagedorn's apprenticeship. This is a very touching and personal episode showcasing the dreams and worries of a fresh bonsai professional stepping out on their own. A career in bonsai does not have a direction path or obvious ways to success but the Little Things believe in Carmen Leskoviansky's success! We believe she has the skills and knowledge to continue to flourish and grow in the ever evolving North American bonsai scene.Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

How's it, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan, Carmen, and Mike talk with Jonas Dupuich. Jonas has been on our show before but this time around the Pacific Bonsai Expo, 2025, is topic. Jonas talks about how the PBE has evolved since 2022 and the challenges of how to improve the show with the years to come.Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

How's it, Bonsai Buds! On this week's episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen discuss the controversial topic of indoor bonsai. Is there a way to grow and raise bonsai inside your home? What challenges are we faced with and is there a future in an indoor bonsai scene? Listen to the Little Things hash it out!Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy do, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen talk with Julian Tsai about his career thus far in bonsai. Julian is an up and coming bonsai artist with formal training from Japan and from his local professionals in his homebase in California. Julian will be one of the visiting guest artists at the upcoming C'est Bonsai 2025 as well! Hope to see y'all there and enjoy the episode.Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy there, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things for Bonsai People, Evan and Carmen discuss the science behind how genetics can effect the way our bonsai grow. In addition to understanding genetics in growth habits of plants we can also apply this knowledge to grafting techniques.Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Good New, Bonsai Buds! Evan and Carmen are announcing a very special scholarship that could awarded to one of our listeners. Yes, even you could be awarded the scholarship! Listen to this episode and find out how to qualify! This episode is all about bonsai goals and can give you some inspirations as well.Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy do, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things for Bonsai People, Evan and Carmen discuss the importance of rotating your trees in your bonsai garden. Also, kusamono and shitakusa are a hot topic in the North American bonsai scene so this won't be the last time they will discussed by the Little Things!Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! This week's topic is a spicy one. Who doesn't like a hot take? How about a discussion about the influence of AI art on the bonsai world. Is it good or bad for beginners and more advanced bonsai practitioners alike? Will Evan get down off his soapbox? Listen to find out!Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! This is a great follow up to the special announcement on our previous episode. Evan, Carmen, and Mike discuss the challenges of raising children and bonsai at the same time! Then, the Little Things take on another hot take, is summer dormancy in bonsai real?? Listen to find out!Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Good news, Bonsai Buds! We really do have big news on this episode, being honest! Listen to find out, because the Little Things love surprises. Also, Evan gets to stand on his soap box and talk for the first time in a long time about bald cypress as bonsai and their care guide. This is a juicy episode for sure!Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Friends! On this super special episode of Little Things for Bonsai, Evan speaks with an all star cast of American bonsai potters. Rob Wallace, Eli Adkins, and Preston Tolbert have recently gotten together and collaborated on creating bonsai pottery together. They walk Evan through the process of how they take each piece and put each artist's special touch in them.Make sure to follow each of these amazing potters on Instagram!!Rob Wallace - wallacewoodspotteryEli Adkins - waldo-street-potteryPreston Tolbert - preston.tolbertBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! This episode is a nice and long take. Evan and Carmen discuss various listener comments and questions in detail. They also tackle a few critiques of the interesting and dynamic displays at the BSF (Bonsai Societies of Florida) show. If you're into slow burn podcast episodes, this one's for you!Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! It was Carmen's birthday when we recorded this one so make sure you tell her a belated happy birthday. Evan and Carmen talk about Japanese Black Pine and their advanced care guide. It has been since episode 5 since we have last discussed Japanese Black Pine in great detail!Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleThank you Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!https://bonsaibar.com/Check out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Good News Bonsai Buds! The Cosmic Bonsai take over is inbound. Prepare to board and explore new planetary systems with Evan and Laurent on this episode. Laurent Darrieux, the creator of Cosmic Bonsai, is back on our show once again to talk about his upcoming online platform and future US tours!https://www.cosmicbonsai.com/Keep a look out for Laurent's upcoming online classes and events!Become a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Good news, Bonsai Buds! We have yet another special guest on this episode. Evan talks with John of Joshua Roth Tools to talk about how he came to inherit the company and the future of the brand. John also a stake in several other hobbies and is on the board of many of other clubs of interest.Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things Evan speaks with Rob Sheldon about his experiences in ceramics and bonsai culture in central Texas. There's some much needed philosophical thoughts and approaches about bonsai on this one, too!Underhill Bonsai has some of Rob's pots available for purchase herehttps://www.underhillbonsaistore.com/shop/rob-sheldon-tree-in-clay-/167?page=1&limit=30&sort_by=name&sort_order=ascThank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Hey, how's it Bonsai Buds?! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen discuss two more species that are great for beginners. Since the previous three species episode was a hit, why not talk about more suitable beginners trees!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Hey Bonsai Buds! This episode is a unique take on our format this time around. Evan took on doing his first episode alone and he recaps the history of the podcast and of himself. He states his intentions with the show for the first time on recording and goes over some personal background information about himself and Underhill Bonsai.Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things for Bonsai People, Evan and Carmen talk about the trails of traveling to bonsai shows and the pay-offs of hard work in bonsai. Then, Evan and Carmen critique trees that were presented at the Bonsai on the Bayou show in Houston, BCI 2024. Go to our Instagram under the same name, Little Things for Bonsai People, to see the trees in the discussion! Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen talk about three great trees for beginners. This is a great starting point for listeners who are looking for easy t0 care for and reliable species to begin their bonsai journey. This episode packed full of useful information to start your bonsai dream and help grow that green thumb!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy y'all, Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things for Bonsai People, Evan and Carmen talk with Joey McCoy of Austin, Texas. Joey has a wealth of knowledge about both bonsai and the wonderful native plants that Texas has to offer for our bonsai practice! Listen into learn more about Texas persimmon, ashe juniper, and cedar elm for bonsai.Go to Instagram and search for joeybonsai to see Joey's awesome collection and other bonsai endeavors! Be sure to follow and like his posts!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Hello hello, Bonsai Buds! It's time for another Science series episode! Evan and Carmen talk about how trees uptake water and nutrients through their vascular systems. This is a great follow up to our pervious Science episode 65 about photosynthesis. Hope y'all enjoy and nerd out with us!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

How's it Bonsai Buds?! It's time for a laid back episode with Evan, Carmen, and Matt. Carmen and Matt talk with Evan about his experiences running C'est Bonsai 2024 and what to expect in the future. Later on, Carmen and Evan nerd out about trident maple development techniques. It's a all around good time on this one!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Friends! This time on Little Things we Evan and Carmen speak with Jesse Gilbertson and Nathan Bill about their upcoming convention, Bonsai Central. They are long time supporters of the podcast and their big show is finally around the corner! The group talk about the challenges of putting together large bonsai events and bringing all the right people together, as well.Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Bonsai Buds! This guest artist feature has been a long time coming! This time on Little Things, Evan talks with Byron Myrick of Myrick Bonsai Pottery about his long time career in ceramics and even deep dive into "nerdy" pottery techniques. This episode is great for those interested in a career in bonsai pottery as well as our other feature with Tori Solis, episode 55.Check out Byron's online gallery and store herehttps://www.myrickbonsaipottery.com/Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

How is it going, my Bonsai Buds! On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen talk about post repotting season work. There's a good amount to reflect on from the previous year and how all the hard work has paid off. Happy, healthy bonsai always leads to more impactful growing seasons and setting up future moves towards higher levels of refinement! Evan and Carmen also go through a few more listener tree critiques!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

How's it Bonsai Buds. Welcome back to another episode of Little Things for Bonsai People. Evan and Carmen go back to the basics of talking specific species for bonsai. On this episode they discuss how to train wisteria into a suitable bonsai with a beautiful spring display of hanging flowers!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Friends! Its a back to back guest artist feature! This time we have Jon Stewart of J. M. Stewart Woodworking to talk about bonsai stand creations and concepts. Mike and Evan ask him about how he approaches the unique challenges of capturing subtle yet elegant designs in his stands for display. Jon is one of our Bonsai Best Buds as well and also builds and restores guitars and other stringed instruments!https://www.jmstewartguitars.com/aboutCheck out his website for a gallery of his works and order a custom bonsai stand from him!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Hey Bonsai Buds! It's time for another special guest episode. This week's guest is Bill Butler of Bill's Bayou! Evan and Bill have an in-depth conversation about bald cypress and it's importance to the southeast United States. Bill also has his time to speak his mind and yell at some clouds for a moment, lots of laughs and fun on this one!https://www.youtube.com/@BillsBayouCheck out Bill's YouTube channel and learn a little something ^^Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Oh...hey Bonsai Buds! On this episode, we get the band back together of Mike, Carmen, and Evan for all kinds of fun and merriment. A whole bunch of life updates and merch updates happen, followed by the gang taking listener questions and launching into a few tree critiques! Enjoy!Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

How's it going, how it's going, Bonsai Buds! It's another special guest feature episode! This time Evan, Mike, and Carmen speak with Oscar Jonker about the creation of Bonsai Empire and the development of his new app. Oscar has been a very big influence and inspiration to the bonsai community over countless years now. From his site being a great resource for beginners to his high quality online courses featuring master artists.https://www.bonsaiempire.com/Unless you have been living under a "root over rock", you should be aware of Oscar's site^^Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

How's it going Bonsai Buds! This time we're going to be doing something a little different for this episode. Welcome to the newest episode series of Science! [weird echo noises into the vastness of space] where we will be breaking down the basics and the little more advanced facts and theories of how plants work. Carmen will be leading the lecture type conversations and Evan will attempt to understand them. Expect more deep dives like this one all about photosynthesis [spooky, campy mysterious tones]!Check out John's website and buy a seedling to support him!https://leftcoastbonsai.com/Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Hey Bonsai Buds! It's time for another special on our show. This time around we have John Eads of Left Coast Bonsai joining us to talk about field growing techniques and bonsai in the Pacific Northwest. Evan and Carmen get to also talk to him about his early experiences in bonsai and where he is now.Check out John's website and buy a seedling to support him!https://leftcoastbonsai.com/Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

Howdy Bonsai Buds! It's time yet again to talk with Nate Murray of The Boot Bonsai about yamadori collecting in the southeast United States. Evan and Nate discuss the finer details of the culture around dyi bonsai and bald cypress development. The second part of this episode is a mini lecture about how to collect yamadori, check it out!Check out Nate's work and progressions herehttps://thebootbonsai.com/Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comAnd another super special thanks to Bonsai Central for sponsoring as well!!bonsai-central.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com