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by Addison Galambos
This podcast is for when a hobby becomes an obsession. It chronicles the path of a dedicated hobbyist, focusing not just on shaping trees, but on shaping the mindset and discipline of a master artist. Episodes focus on gleaning insights from experts on topics related to optimizing the bonsai learning journey and discussing interesting questions that arise along the way.
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- 2 days ago51 min
The Bay Area Boom - Ep 41 w/ Adam Toth
There has been a change in the winds at shows in the Bay Area in the last few years and a big part of that has been through the work and tutelage of Adam Toth. His impact on the community and the quality of trees in the area is definitely being felt. In this episode, Adam explains how he developed his skills and how he got the rare experience to apprentice at Taisho-en with Taiga Urushibata.
- 1 weeks ago1h 25m
The Pursuit of Perfect Deadwood - Ep. 40 w/ Drew Binkley
In this episode, Addison chats with up-and-coming artist Drew Binkley. Based out of Nashville, Tennessee, Drew has been hooked on bonsai for close to eight years. You may have seen him before on Bonsai-U giving a lecture on deadwood carving! They chat about Drew's start in the art form and his future goals, then delve deeper into his philosophy for deadwood carving and how he got so dang good so quickly.
- 2 weeks ago1h 25m
What Makes Water "Good" or "Bad"? w/ Eric Forrester - Ep 39
Addison and Eric are diving into the deep end for this one. Following up on their introduction to water chemistry for bonsai, they’ve hit the books and academic papers to answer one critical question: What actually makes water 'good' or 'bad' for your bonsai trees? In this episode, they break down the specific parameters they analyzed, compare real-world municipal water reports, and share the open questions still puzzling them. Plus, stick around until the end for practical, recommended setups to optimize your water treatment at home.
- May 6, 20261h 22m
The Intersection of Japanese Garden Design and Bonsai w/ Matthew Gelacio - Ep 38
Matthew Gelacio is an up and coming star artist based out of San Diego who balances a full time job in Japanese garden design with amazing development as a bonsai artist. In this episode, we get to hear more about his journey, the unique skillset he is building, and the teachings that have been instilled him from Japanese roots.
- Apr 29, 20261h 29m
Teamwork in Bonsai w/ The Bonsai Smiths - Ep 37
In this episode, we sit down with Sylvia and Howard Smith—the dynamic duo known as The Bonsai Smiths—who are setting the standard for bonsai excellence in the Dallas area. We discuss the incredible balancing act of managing medical careers, parenthood, and a deep dedication to the art of bonsai! Sylvia and Howard reflect on their early days taking intensives with Boon over 20 years ago, how they’ve consistently honed their skills, and their vision for integrating bonsai into their long-term future.
- Apr 22, 20262h 21m
The Black Pondo Podcast Crossover w/Jeremiah Lee - Ep 36
In this episode, the tables turn as Jeremiah Lee from The Black Pondo Podcast interviews me! We dive into my daily practice, what's keeping me busy in the bonsai world right now, and his exciting dream of starting his very own club. If you haven't checked out his show yet, be sure to give it a listen and a follow. He creates amazing content, and you can find it right here on whichever platform you're using to listen today!
- Apr 15, 20261h 18m
Improve your Design Thinking w/ Mark Britton - Ep 35
In this episode, Addison is joined by Mark Britton, a world class footwear designer who has worked with some of your favorite brands. Mark breaks down his design process in his career and how he brings that same intensity to his burgeoning bonsai practice. They close out talking about Mark's experience as a Vice President of the Santa Barbara club and what the club means to him.
- Apr 8, 20262h 18m
The Builder Mindset w/ Peter Tea - Ep 34
In this episode, we peek into the mind of a true bonsai builder, Peter Tea. After studying in Japan under Mr. Tanaka at Aichien Nursery, Peter now runs one of the premier bonsai practices in the U.S. out of Auburn, California. During our interview, he breaks down the thought processes that drive his daily practice and help him cultivate award-winning Pacific Bonsai Expo trees alongside his clients. We also explore his core inspirations in bonsai and how they continue to fuel his drive to create masterpiece trees.
About Bonsai Builders Podcast
This podcast is for when a hobby becomes an obsession. It chronicles the path of a dedicated hobbyist, focusing not just on shaping trees, but on shaping the mindset and discipline of a master artist. Episodes focus on gleaning insights from experts on topics related to optimizing the bonsai learning journey and discussing interesting questions that arise along the way.
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