About this episode

Evan and Carmen discuss the controversial topic of whether bonsai trees should be judged and awarded at exhibitions.

Howdy-do, Bonsai Buds. On this episode of Little Things, Evan and Carmen tackle a tough topic and a controversial one at that. Should bonsai be judged and presented awards at exhibitions? Does the bonsai receive the award or does the person who owns the tree receive the award? What about amateurs vs professionals? Listen as Evan and Carmen work their way through these hot takes on bonsai display. 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! Buy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store: underhillbonsaistore.com Book classes at your favorite brewery: bonsaibar.com

People in this episode

Host: Evan Pardue

Guest: Carmen

Topics covered

• bonsai judging
• awards
• exhibitions
• amateurs vs professionals
• bonsai display

Keywords

• bonsai
• judging
• awards
• exhibitions
• amateurs
• professionals
• display

Sponsors

Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, Bonsai Bar

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