• Episode 104, Yamadori or "Nah"madori
    Jan 30 2025

    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 Bar

    Also, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Episode 103, Greenhouses and Cold Frames
    Jan 22 2025

    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 Bar

    Also, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

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    Buy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:

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    Book classes at your favorite brewery:

    bonsaibar.com size greenhouse at Underhill while Carmen discusses the cold frame at the public collection.

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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • Episode 102, Red Maples with Jonas
    Jan 11 2025

    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 Bar

    Also, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

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    Buy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:

    underhillbonsaistore.com

    Book classes at your favorite brewery:

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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • Episode 101, Sylvia Smith
    Jan 4 2025

    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 Bar

    Also, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Episode 100, Little Things Pizza Party!
    Dec 20 2024

    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 Bar

    Also, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Episode 99, Let's Chat about the Scholarship!
    Nov 14 2024

    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 Bar

    Also, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode 98, New Projects and Bonsai Empire Course Review!
    Nov 7 2024

    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 Bar

    Also, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Episode 97, The Elusive Twister
    Oct 30 2024

    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 Bar

    Also, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!

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    1 hr and 40 mins