Modern Bonsai

Modern Bonsai Episode 25 "Teaching The Kids" Ft Matt Ball

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:35:30 GMT

On this episode of Modern Bonsai we speak with Matt Ball who is currently living in China and teaching Bonsai to school children. We also discuss his step into the world of Youtube and his experience of being a nursery owner.

Fall matts Youtube journey here https://www.youtube.com/@hakujuenbonsai

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Modern Bonsai Episode 24 " Australian Native Bonsai " Ft Stephen Cullum

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 03:14:29 GMT

On this episode of Modern Bonsai Josh sits down with Stephen Cullum to discuss his new book Australian Native Bonsai and to also talk about some of the differences between how we work on our native material and the exotics that we are all used to.

If you would like to order a copy of Stephens book you can email him at Australiannativebonsai@gmail.com

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Modern Bonsai Episode 23 " Bonsai Time " Ft Kevin Faris & Ryan Huston

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 13:59:31 GMT

In this episode of Modern Bonsai Josh sits down with Kevin Faris and Ryan Huston from the Bonsai Time Podcast to discuss the importance of a solid bonsai mindset. This discussion will cover how just thinking a little differently about bonsai techniques will equip you with the tools you need to succeed with your trees and accelerate the growth and development of your trees.

Bonsai Time Podcast : https://www.bonsaitimepodcast.com/

In Vivo Bonsai : https://www.invivobonsai.com/

Kevin's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/kevin_farispnw/

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Modern Bonsai Episode 22 " Sakadama " Ft Antony Smith

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 07:16:06 GMT

On this episode on Modern Bonsai Podcast we are joined by Antony Smith from Willow Bonsai in South Africa. Antony has developed a new type of Akadama that is proving to be of a high quality and much more available then the traditional akadama we are used to.

Bonsai-En Shop : https://www.bonsai-en.shop

Willow Bonsai Shop : https://www.willowbonsaishop.com/

Sakadama Website : https://sakadama.com/

Akadama Available Here : https://bonsai-en.shop/collections/buy-bonsai-soil-online-australia

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Modern Bonsai Episode 21 " Pacific Bonsai Expo " Ft Jonas Dupuich & Eric Schrader

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 01:07:06 GMT

Welcome to another episode of Modern Bonsai, This time we feature Jonas Dupuich & Eric Schrader to discuss their up coming bonsai show the Pacific Bonsai Expo.

You can find links to their respective websites below and also a link for the show for further details.

Jonas Website, Bonsai Tonight ( Shop , Podcast, Blog ) : https://bonsaitonight.com/

Eric's Website, ( Shop, Blog ) https://www.bonsaify.com/

Pacific Bonsai Expo : https://www.pacificbonsaiexpo.com/

Bonsai-En Beginners Course : https://www.thebonsaidojo.com/

Bonsai Tools : https://bonsai-en.shop/pages/bonsai-tools

Bonsai Wire : https://bonsai-en.shop/pages/bonsai-wire

Bonsai Pots : https://bonsai-en.shop/pages/bonsai-pots

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Modern Bonsai Episode 20 " Kimura Bonsai " Ft Robert Pressler

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 07:49:01 GMT

Join us on this episode of Modern Bonsai as we talk to the well respected Bonsai Artist Robert Pressler who own Kimura Bonsai Nursery in California. Robert Shares some of his experiences with us over the years in both Clubs and owning a nursery.

This episode is brought to you by Bonsai-En.Shop

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Modern Bonsai Episode 19 " Bonsai Southeast " Ft Evan Pardue & Mark Coulon Jr

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 02:45:52 GMT

In this episode of Modern Bonsai we are joined by Bonsai Artists Evan Pardue and Mark Coulon Jr from Underhill Bonsai Nursery and the Bonsai Southeast Podcast. Join us as we discuss all things bonsai and talk about some of the differences and similarities between Bonsai in the Usa and Australia.

Check them out online here Underhill Bonsai Nursery

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Modern Bonsai Episode 18 " A Career In Bonsai " Ft David Easterbrook

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 05:59:47 GMT

In this Episode of the Modern Bonsai Podcast Josh sits down with Bonsai Professional David Easterbrook to talk about his many years as a bonsai student, enthusiast and professional. David is now finding success sharing his Bonsai Techniques on Social Media platforms. Join us to hear this incredible journey and career in bonsai.

www.TheBonsaiDojo.com

www.Bonsai-En.com.au

www.Bonsai-En.shop

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Modern Bonsai Episode 17 "Australian Bonsai Gallery" Ft John Eastment

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 05:39:58 GMT

In this episode of Modern Bonsai we chat with John Eastment from The Australian Bonsai Gallery https://australianbonsai.gallery/

If you are interested in learning Bonsai Online you can visit The Bonsai Dojo at www.TheBonsaiDojo.com

To visit the Bonsai-En online store please visit www.bonsai-en.shop

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Modern Bonsai Episode 16 " G'day Aussie Bonsai Bloke Here " Ft Sam Doecke

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 06:25:34 GMT

Welcome Back To Modern Bonsai, In this episode Josh chats with Youtube Bonsai Artist Sam Doecke also known as the Aussie Bonsai Bloke. Josh and sam talk all things Bonsai whilst having a few drinks. To sign up for the upcoming intermediate Master Class go to www.bonsai-en.com.au for more information. You can also check out our new Ebook of How To Care For Juniper Bonsai.

www.bonsai-en.shop

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Modern Bonsai Episode 15 " Kenzo Bonsai " Ft Martin Walters

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 08:29:24 GMT

In this episode of Modern Bonsai Josh sits down to have a chat with Martin Walters of Kenzo Bonsai. They guys discuss Bonsai n New Zealand, The challenges of running a Bonsai Business and much much more. To vote for either Cobra Kai or Miyagi Do after the Discussion in this podcast about Cobra Kai click here https://strawpoll.com/qjkrberkf

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Modern Bonsai Episode 14 " The Bonsai Zone " Ft Nigel Saunders

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 12:15:44 GMT

Welcome Back To Modern Bonsai, In todays episode Josh is joined By Fellow Youtuber Nigel Saunders from The Bonsai Zone. Nigel and Josh discuss some of the challenges faced doing Bonsai in Canada and dive into many other topics as well!.

If you're interested in learning Bonsai we have our Master Class Series Bonsai Course available now. for more information visit www.bonsai-en.com.au

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Modern Bonsai Episode 13 " The Japanese Apprentice 3 " Ft Adam Webster

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 08:48:37 GMT

Welcome Back To Modern Bonsai

In this episode we talk to Adam Webster who is currently in his 4th year as a Japanese Apprentice. Adam shares some of his knowledge with us and talks about some of the interesting aspects of the Japanese apprenticeship.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 12 " The Japanese Apprentice 2 " Ft Sean Hartley

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 23:53:22 GMT

In This Episode Josh is joined by Australian Bonsai Artist and Japanese Apprentice Sean Hartley. Josh and Sean Discuss the challenges of the Japanese Culture, The Differences between the learning of Australian Bonsai and Japanese Bonsai and also the restrictions of the "Rules" on Bonsai.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 11 " Exploring Australian Native Bonsai " Ft. Andrew Edge

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 08:25:55 GMT

In this weeks episode Josh and Andrew sit down to discuss some of the discoveries that have been made with Australian native species of Bonsai and also talk about other general bonsai topics.

Dont forget to follow us on youtube as well by searching Bonsai-En.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 10 " Beers & Bonsai " Ft. David Mckeon , Peter Jansen , Ashley Brown , Andrew Edge

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 05:29:04 GMT

Join us as we sit down with a few drinks and have a Discussion about Bonsai without a selected topic. Share a few laughs and feel the Bottle Brush Competition Heat up. This Episode Features , David Mckeon , Peter Jansen , Ashley Brown and Andrew Edge.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 09 " The Japanese Apprentice " Ft. Bjorn Bjorholm

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 23:46:46 GMT

In this episode we are joined by Bjron Bjorholm who is an american Bonsai Artist who owns his own Nursery Called Eiseien.

Bjorn Studied Bonsai in Japan and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to Bonsai and Japanese Culture which he shares some of that with us.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 08 " Herons Bonsai " Ft. Peter Chan

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 06:19:44 GMT

In this episode we talk with Peter Chan of Herons Bonsai in the UK. Herons Bonsai is currently the largest commercial Bonsai Nursery

in the UK and they are also one of the Largest Bonsai Youtube Channels.

Unfortunately due to technical difficulties on Peters End we only received 20mins of his audio so there is around 20-30mins of the Podcast

That got cut. Hopefully we can have peter back on again in the near future as he was very enthusiastic to talk Everything Bonsai!

Dont forget to check out our new Youtube Channel by searching Bonsai-En on Youtube.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 07 " Bonsai - A Documentary " Ft. James Hayes

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 10:22:00 GMT

In this episode we speak to James Hayes who is the Film Maker behind the Movie " Bonsai - A Documentary ".

We discuss his time filming with the Artists and what he learnt along the way, We also discuss film techniques

and talk about some up coming projects both for James and Bonsai-En.

Here a link to Amazon Prime where you can sign up for a free trial and watch the movie.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/offers/ref=acph_piv?ie=UTF8&tag=jameshayes-21

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Modern Bonsai Episode 06 " The Business Of Bonsai " Ft. Jason Chan

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 10:22:15 GMT

In this episode we are joined by Jason Chan of Easter Leaf, We discuss the Challenges and Joys of owning Bonsai Business's.

You can find Jason on Youtube with his Channel Eastern Leaf where he gives great advice for all levels of Bonsai Enthusiasts.

Jason also has a garden in Southern California so if your in the area drop in and be sure to check that out!.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 05 " Mirai Downunder " Ft. Ryan Neil

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 09:09:45 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of Modern Bonsai Presented By Bonsai-En.

In this episode we sit down with Ryan Neil of Bonsai Mirai while he is in Australia to discuss Bonsai and Challenge some

existing thoughts within the Art Form.

Check out Bonsai Mirai on the web by searching "Bonsai Mirai".

Dont forget to check out their podcast as well titled "Asymmetry".

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Modern Bonsai Episode 04 " Rural Bonsai " Ft. Patrick Caumban

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 09:19:30 GMT

In this episode we speak with Bonsai Artist Patrick Caumban about some of the challenges of practising Bonsai in a Regional area.

We also speak about propagating Shimpaku Juniper and a range of other topics.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 03 " Black Pines " Ft. Andrew Edge Pt 2

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 09:03:24 GMT

In this 2 Part Episode we speak with Andrew Edge who is a Bonsai Artist on the Central Coast of NSW Australia.

Andrew is a wealth of knowledge and shares some stories from Japan, Vietnam and here in Australia. He also shares

some of his Expertise on Japanese Black Pines as we start coming into Black pine season.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 03 " Black Pines " Ft. Andrew Edge Pt 1

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 07:41:54 GMT

In this 2 Part Episode we speak with Andrew Edge who is a Bonsai Artist on the Central Coast of NSW Australia.

Andrew is a wealth of knowledge and shares some stories from Japan, Vietnam and here is Australia. He also shares

some of his Expertise on Japanese Black Pines as we start coming into Black pine season.

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Modern Bonsai Episode 02 "Nursery Stock" Ft. Ashley Brown

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 08:07:44 GMT

In this Episode of Modern Bonsai we sit down with Ashley Brown who is the owner of Bonsai World in Jilliby NSW.

We cover topics such as Field Growing, Australian Bonsai, Some Tips for Beginners and a whole lot more so tune in

and relax to the gentle sounds of the birds in the background as this episode was recorded outside in the nursery.

www.Bonsai-En.com.au

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Modern Bonsai Episode 01 " Development " Ft. Hugh Grant

Sat, 29 Jun 2019 05:41:04 GMT

In this first episode we Learn about;

Hugh Grant and His Business "Tree Makers"

Joshua Hooson and his Business "Bonsai-En".

Hugh and Josh also discuss the Development Process of Bonsai and explore different ideas on this subject matter shining light on the process and debunking some of the myths behind Bonsai Development.

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