Bonsai Time Podcast

In today's episode of the Bonsai Time Podcast, Ryan and Kevin reflect on their journey from 2022 including their learning curve in starting the podcast. They also covered what they are looking forward to for 2023 with the podcast, their bonsai gardens, and the local bonsai clubs they are involved in.

The video version is available here: https://youtu.be/g2K0CEEkGQc

Show notes here: https://www.ry2tree2.com/2023/01/first-year-reflections-for-bonsai-time...

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