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EPISODE · Sep 1, 2025 · 1H 54M

#31 Julian Tsai, Cesar Ordoñez and Adam Toth

from The Black Pondo Podcast · host Lee Bonsai

In this episode, I hang out with: Julian Tsai – @bontsai Cesar Ordoñez – @cencalbonsai Adam Toth – @adam.jp.bon We catch up on what’s new in their lives and dive into a wide-ranging discussion on bonsai, with a strong focus on aesthetics and appreciation. It’s always a blast connecting with these guys—hope you enjoy the conversation!   Chapters (00:00:00) - Adam Koh(00:01:47) - Bonsai Lessons by Julian Covid(00:03:14) - Adam and Julian on Bonsai(00:07:50) - Cesar on His New California Presence(00:09:23) - Bonsai Update!(00:14:39) - Representation of California on the EWTN(00:14:59) - Cesar On His Dad Digging Up Olives For Him(00:16:49) - RO system up and running(00:17:58) - Adam's Bonsai Update(00:20:50) - How to Edit a YouTube Video(00:29:02) - Adam on Bonsai(00:35:03) - Does Becoming a Bonsai Professional Take the Passion Out of(00:44:25) - Bonsai: Client expectations(00:47:50) - Bonsai Aesthetic Issues(00:54:45) - Julian on Jiu Jitsu(00:56:47) - My Three Favorite Species for Bonsai(00:57:25) - What Is The Goal Of Bonsai?(01:02:42) - Does Mochikomi Mean Anything In Bonsai?(01:10:03) - Is the Cultivated Age More Important Than The Real Age in B(01:14:45) - How Old Can You Make a Bonsai Tree?(01:18:32) - My 3 Favorite Species For Bonsai(01:24:21) - A tree with a single branch(01:24:58) - What Makes A Good Chinese Quince?(01:33:00) - Chinese Quinces(01:38:23) - Tree in Your Palm(01:38:57) - 5 Tips For Better Bonsai Skills(01:44:48) - on Peter's Bonsai(01:47:58) - How to Get Better at Bonsai (Julian)(01:52:48) - PODCAST: Naka Memorial Episode 3(01:54:04) - TALKING TO MY FANS

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In this episode, I hang out with: Julian Tsai – @bontsai Cesar Ordoñez – @cencalbonsai Adam Toth – @adam.jp.bon We catch up on what’s new in their lives and dive into a wide-ranging discussion on bonsai, with a strong focus on aesthetics and appreciation. It’s always a blast connecting with these guys—hope you enjoy the conversation!

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