Bonsai Mirai: Asymmetry
Bonsai Mirai is a company, a place, a practice, an ethos. This is our space to discuss all things bonsai, design, and the intersection of these worlds.
- Update frequency
- every 15 days
- Average duration
- 88 minutes
- Episodes
- 104
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Architectural Innovations with Jeff Kovel
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jeff Kovel, a pioneer of modern design and founder of Skylab Architecture. Known for his visionary work, including the Artisans Cup exhibition at the Portla…
The World of Bonsai with Lindsay Farr: Part 2
In the second part of our conversation with bonsai legend Lindsay Farr—creator of the "World of Bonsai" series, we delve deeper into the hidden world of bonsai worldwide. Lindsay expands on various i…
The World of Bonsai with Lindsay Farr: Part 1
We bring you the first part of an ongoing discussion with the legendary Lindsay Farr—known for his groundbreaking "World of Bonsai" series. This episode delves into our shared history and the hidden …
Connecting Art and Nature with Cina Canada
Join us as we dive into a fascinating conversation with Cina Canada—a revolutionary figure in teaching kids to utilize natural resources sustainably through art. Cina's Wild Arts Learning Center in S…
Spring Recap: Bonsai Nutrition
In this spring recap episode, we explore the critical role of tree nutrition in bonsai cultivation, discussing how to address nutrient imbalances, customize nutrition for specific species, and unders…
Crafting Resilience with Eli Akins
Eli Akins from Waldo Street Pottery returns to share his struggles and triumphs as an artist. He discusses overcoming self-doubt and creative blocks through persistence and experimentation, revealing…
Catching Up With David Cutchin
Coming to you all the way from the sunny state of Florida—we are delighted to welcome back David Cutchin. Join us as we delve into the deeply personal aspects of our lives intertwined with our shared…
Community Questions: Bonsai Repotting
Dive into bonsai cultivation with us as we tackle community questions head-on. Explore the intricacies of repotting as we delve into the "why" behind bonsai care. Join our exploration of collective q…
Community Questions: Mirai Mobile
This episode heralds the debut of our Mirai Community Questions segment, a much-anticipated addition straight from our forum. These questions, submitted by Mirai members, guide our discussion into th…
Mirai's Winter Recap 2024
We're diving back in after a brief hiatus to catch our breath in the whirlwind of 2024. We're thrilled to discuss the Mirai Mobile launch, our new personalized bonsai app you've all been waiting for.…
The National Bonsai & Penjing Museum with Curator—Michael James
During our engaging conversation with Michael James, the curator of The National Bonsai & Penjing Museum in Washington, D.C., we delved into a myriad of exciting and inspiring bonsai related topics. …
Cosmic Bonsai with Laurent Darrieux
Join us for an extraordinary conversation as David Degroot introduces us to Laurent Darrieux—the mastermind behind the Cosmic Bonsai approach. Delving into the captivating insights presented in Darri…
Mirai’s Evolutionary Odyssey
In 1993, Ryan's passion for bonsai ignited the Mirai journey, spanning from Japan to the U.S. This artistic venture included cultivating gardens, building a community, and forming a skilled creative …
Preserving the Puglian Olives: With David Knaus Continued
Continuing our conversation with David Knaus of Apical Crop Science on preserving the Puglian olives, we delve into ancient tree conservation and explore the expanding understanding of nutrient balan…
Preserving the Puglian Olives: With David Knaus
Back from our recent Puglia trip, joined by David Knaus of Apical Crop Science, we discuss Mirai's nutritional practices as we tackle the pressing issue of Xylella fastidiosa affecting Puglia's olive…
Preserving the Puglian Olives: With Melissa Dotto
We unveil a long-anticipated episode, taking you back to our January visit to the Puglian olives. Leading our journey is Melissa Dotto–an Italian producer, master connector, and skilled bonsai practi…
Bonsai’s Boundless Potential with Chris Baker: Part 2
In part two of our conversation with Chris Baker, we delve deeper into the Chicago Botanic Gardens' innovative use of bonsai to amplify the voices of native environments. We share our mutual dedicati…
Reconnecting with Mirai
Join us for a catch-up session, where we dive deep into the latest happenings at Mirai. We share our insights, reflect on the lessons we've picked up along the way, and explore our growth over the pa…
Bonsai’s Boundless Potential with Chris Baker: Part 1
Join us for a captivating conversation with Chris Baker, the curator of the Chicago Botanical Gardens' bonsai collection—a true connoisseur of the bonsai world. Our discussion delves into the extraor…
Unlocking the Superpowers of Ancient Trees With Lucy Kerhoulas
We're joined by Lucy Kerhoulas—a renowned canopy vascular researcher specializing in coastal redwoods. With a background in botany, a Master's in redwood physiology, and a Ph.D. in ponderosa pine eco…