The NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
Episodes
Rooted in Purpose: NAJGA Presidents Reflect on Growth, Governance, and Giving
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re excited to announce a new NAJGA podcast episode featuring a special conversation with three generations of leadership: Benjamin Chu (current p...
The Nature of Japanese Gardens: The Intersection of Art, Science, and Culture
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of the NAJGA Podcast, host Ben Chu—NAJGA President and Horticultural Manager at the Missouri Botanical Garden—offers a behind-the-...
Amache Remembered: Unearthing Stories, Cultivating Legacy- Episode 8- NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about our guests and see pictures of Amache at: najga.org/amacheIn this special episode of the NAJGA podcast, hosts Jan Liverance and Maris...
Interview with Garden Designer Mr. Hoichi Kurisu- Episode 7- NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Check out our final podcast of 2024, an interview with renowned Garden Designer, Hoichi Kurisu and his daughter, Michiko Kurisu. Hoichi Kurisu is Pres...
Intersection of Science, Nature and Public Engagement- Episode 6- NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NAJGA Board Member & Director of Japan Institute at Portland Japanese Garden Aki Nakanishi, was recently in London. Listen to his powerful intervi...
DIY Gardens- Episode 5- NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Check out our latest podcast on DIY gardens. Our host, Phil Pochoda, a private garden owner from New England, interview Nikolai Loveakis and Jeanne Ka...
Climate Change, Sustainability, and Water Conservation - Episode 4 - NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the NAJGA podcast, Nick Esthus discusses climate change, sustainability and water conservation with Barrie Agar, Head Gardener Eme...
Pines In Gardens - Episode 3 - NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the NAJGA podcast, Shayna discusses the art, craft and heart of Japanese garden design with Tim Gruner, who shares his extensive kn...
Dry Gardens - Episode 2 - NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, host Shayna Price explores the world of Japanese dry gardens, or karesansui, with guest Heather Grzybek, the garden curator a...
Tea Gardens - Episode 1 - NAJGA Japanese Garden Podcast
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the NAJGA Official Podcast, the ultimate resource for Japanese garden enthusiasts. The official podcast of the North American Japanese Gard...