Best Compostable Packaging Podcasts (2025)

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A Billion Pounds Better: 4ocean’s Vision for the Future of Packaging 36:13

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Alex Schulze, Co-…

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Sustainability Perspectives: Innovation in mono materials and bio polymers in flexibles 24:29

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How can innovation in flexible packaging boost packaging sustainability? Elisabeth Skoda speaks to Brückner Maschinenbau’s managing director Markus Gschwandtner to get his perspective on the sustainability challenges and ways to address them. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainabi…

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Sustainability Perspectives: Data and the EU’s Circular Economy Action Plan 23:01

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There is a lot of discussion in the packaging industry about legislative challenges, such as the PPWR. Trayak’s Mitja Brgant takes a wider view at the topic, exploring the connection between data and legislation and the wider packaging landscape and how it has been shaped by the Circular Economy Action Plan with Packaging Europe’s Elisabeth Skoda. …

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Designed to Disappear: Notpla’s Approach to Natural Polymer Engineering 33:33

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Pierre Yves Pasli…

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Sustainability Perspectives: PPWR and more – how to stay on track with data 17:24

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Having your data in order is the foundation of ensuring compliance with EPR, PPWR and other packaging regulations. Vivian Loftin, co-founder at Recyda, discusses the importance of data, requirements, data gaps, challenges, common misunderstandings and solutions with Packaging Europe's Elisabeth Skoda. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leadi…

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Sustainability Perspectives: Navigating reuse, recycling and composting 18:41

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How do infrastructure, customer behaviour and operational realities shape what works best in sustainable food packaging particularly in the takeaway sector? Duni Group’s Nicklas Lauwell shares his insights with Elisabeth Skoda. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strate…

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The Power of Radical Collaboration — Lessons from Lonely Whale 39:26

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Emy Kane and Tim …

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Ep. 52- “Building a Seven-Figure Haircare Brand Rooted in Sustainable Ingredients, Packaging & Community (without Amazon)” with Kate Assaraf, CEO and Founder, DIP Hair Care 57:52

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In this engaging conversation, Megan Young Gamble interviews Kate Assaraf, founder of Dip Haircare, a sustainable haircare brand that emphasizes community, effective products, and a commitment toward reducing plastic waste. Kate shares her journey of creating Dip from a personal need for sustainable haircare, the importance of understanding true su…

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Beyond the Bin: The Realities of Recyclable and Compostable Packaging with Julia Mangin 28:24

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Julia Mangin, Dir…

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Tom Szaky on bringing reuse up to commercial scale 38:08

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It was recently reported that Loop, a global platform for reuse, working with a coalition of brands and retailers has reached commercial scale in France, offering a wide range of everyday consumer products in a reusable version at local supermarkets. Elisabeth Skoda sat down with Loop’s founder Tom Szaky to discuss what enabled the success in Franc…

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Ep. 51- “Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 2-Packaging & Sustainability” with Megan Young Gamble 36:41

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In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble recaps her experience at Makeup in New York 2025, from day 1 and this episode focusing on day two themes of packaging innovation, sustainability, and beauty tech. She shares actionable insights from industry panels including advances in sustainable packaging (like APC Packag…

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Sustainability Perspectives: Fit for future packaging with inks and coatings 39:22

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Ahead of Packaging Europe’s Sustainable Packaging Summit in Utrecht, Siegwerk’s team of experts, Disha, Strategy and Program Manager - Circular Economy; Sarah Mah, Senior Global Sustainability Manager; Gilles Le Moigne, Head of BU CE Coatings; and Belal Habib, Head of Global Brand Owner Collaboration, explore how packaging can meet growing sustaina…

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The Talking Point: Changing role of corrugated packaging 24:25

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Libby Munford speaks with Kerry Sanders, Vice President of Market Development at EFI about the evolution of digital print, and how it can be leveraged to change the role of corrugated packaging - with the combination of right-sizing and high-quality digital print, directly onto the box. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading internationa…

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The Future of Foam: Compostable Materials That Perform with John Felts 34:38

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, John Felts, CEO a…

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The Talking Point: Pathways to paperization 29:37

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Paperization has gained increasing traction in recent years. Elisabeth Skoda speaks to SWM International’s Philippe Ragot, who shares insights into how technology and collaboration can and already are fuelling advances and discusses the innovation processes that enable these results. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international f…

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Ep. 50- “Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 1 - Innovation and Tech” with Megan Young Gamble 52:11

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In this special episode on the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble recaps her first postpartum event at Makeup in New York 2025, sharing personal insights on overcoming mom guilt and traveling for work. She highlights major trends and innovations she discovered on day one, including Korean skincare (K-Beauty), with an emphasis o…

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How Metsä Board Is Redesigning Packaging From Forest to Shelf with Nathan Pajka 31:26

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Nathan Pajka, a S…

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Each episode dives deep into advanced materials, circular economy strategies, and real-world innovations, offering clear, actionable guidance …

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The authenticity of good packaging design 41:29

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Equator Design partnered with The Fresh Market, a premier fresh-focused specialty food retailer, operating across the US, to create a flexible yet cohesive packaging system across hundreds of SKUs. As brands navigate ever-expanding SKU counts across formats, price tiers, and categories, the need for visual consistency without creative compromise is…

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Ep. 49- “The Truth About Stress, Skincare, and Your Immune System” with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, Immunologist and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs 58:25

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In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble sits down with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, an immunologist, molecular medicine expert, wellness coach, and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs. Dr. Ebru explains the critical impact of stress and inflammation, especially “inflammaging” on skin health, and why acute inflamm…

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EU policy and its impact on the container glass industry, with Vanessa Chesnot 26:31

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Europe’s container glass industry is actively working towards the goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050 – but how is policy supporting this goal? We spoke to Vanessa Chesnot, Head of Public Affairs and Product Policy at FEVE, to explore this question ahead of the dedicated session on Metals & Glass at the 2025 Sustainable Packaging Summit. P…

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Plastic-Free Paper Packaging: Flexi-Hex on Designing for Luxury and Sustainability 29:43

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Sam Boex and Bell…

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Ep. 48- “Roundtable: Packaging, Plastics & Platforms toward Circular Economy” with Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS), Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence) and Nicole ... 1:06:56

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In this special roundtable episode of the Product and Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble sat down with industry experts Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS), and Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence) and Nicole Toole (Founder of ECGO) to unpack definitions of sustainability, the impact of data and technolog…

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The complex business of e-commerce 26:43

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Libby Munford, Editor, speaks in depth with key expert - Diana Neto, E-Commerce Business Development Manager, from H.B. Fuller, about the key drivers pushing the boundaries of the innovation-driven mindset within the e-commerce space. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and…

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Ep. 47- “The ABCs of Partnerships through Access & Business Certifications” with Marc Winston, Senior Director at National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) and the President and CEO ... 1:00:25

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In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble reconnects with longtime friend Marc Winston, Senior Director at National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) and the President and CEO of Marc Winston Enterprises. Marc and Megan reminisce on growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, along with Marc’s journe…

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Sustainability Perspectives: An in-depth look at the possibilities of dry moulding fibre technology 22:02

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What are some of the recent innovations and challenges in the area of dry moulding fibre technology for packaging? YUTOECO’s Jerome Zhang tells Elisabeth Skoda more about recent developments and technological advances. Find out more about Packaging Europe's Sustainable Packaging Summit here. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading interna…

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Ep. 46- “Family First: Crafting a Business Legacy Together” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC and Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros 40:48

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble has a heartfelt conversation with her husband and business partner, Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros and Pallet Pros Academy. They discuss building a business legacy together, balancing entrepreneurship with new parenthood, and the realities of running two companies as a…

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The Alliance to End Plastic Waste on successes, challenges and future plans 29:36

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Plastic fulfils a range of important functions in packaging, but there is a clear problem with plastic waste which shows no signs of subsiding. The Alliance to End Plastic Waste’s CEO Jacob Duer discusses the organisation’s work and new efforts to develop, derisk and demonstrate solutions in the context of a challenging environment. Packaging Europ…

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Ep. 45 - "What Compostable Packaging Really Means?” with Rhodes Yepsen, Executive Director of Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) 53:57

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble speaks with Rhodes Yepsen, Executive Director of Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI )to break down the differences between compostable and biodegradable packaging, the importance of clear certification, and how labeling and policy can help fight greenwashing. Rhodes shares his unique jou…

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Ep. 44 - "Going into THRIVING TWOS of the podcast” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 23:13

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In this special solo episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble reflects on reaching the second anniversary of the show. She shares transparent insights into the evolution of the podcast, lessons learned, and the major themes that have emerged, especially prestige products, sustainability, and the importance of community. …

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Active packaging: adding depth and breadth to sustainable approaches 25:09

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Active packaging has the potential to significantly improve shelf life and reduce food waste, elevating existing packaging to provide a new level of a sustainable approach. Libby Munford spoke with a key expert on this topic – Fresh Inset’s Kris Czaplicki, Chief Strategy Officer about the advantages and challenges of implementing the Vidre+ technol…

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Fostering new talent in the industry, with The Packaging School’s Julie Rice Suggs 30:24

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What challenges do young packaging technologists face as they enter this field, and what can the industry do to foster new talent? Victoria Hattersley spoke with Julie Rice Suggs, Academic Director of the Packaging School, to get her thoughts on this. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, s…

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Moving beyond niche: The outlook for paper bottles with Jamie Stone 27:20

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How far has the industry come along the paper bottle journey - and can they move from niche to mainstream? Victoria Hattersley spoke with Jamie Stone from PA Consulting (co-founder of the Bottle Collective) to find out. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strategy, is n…

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Ep. 43 - "Shipping, Sustainability & Software Solutions for Global Growth” with Imtiaz kermali, VP of Sales & Marketing at eShipper 58:37

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews Imtiaz Kermali, VP of Sales and Marketing at eShipper, to talk all things logistics for CPG and e-commerce brands. Imtiaz shares insights from his 17+ year career, highlighting why logistics strategy should be prioritized early in the product journey, not as an afterthought. He e…

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Topic of the month: Paper, plastics and purposeful packaging with Mondi 42:06

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Pitting paper versus plastics is not the most productive way to address the sustainability challenges the world is facing. Choosing the best packaging material based on product needs and customer goals can yield much better results. Mondi’s experts Silvia Hanzelova and Piotr Barczykowski discuss benefits of both materials, challenges and solutions …

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Ep. 42 - "The Beauty of Data Driven Digital Marketing” with Viola Ekene, CEO and Lead Strategist @ Social Butterfly Haven 57:36

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews international digital marketing strategist and beauty tech enthusiast Viola Ekene. Viola shares her journey from radio presenter to founder of Social Butterfly Haven, a digital marketing agency specializing in beauty and wellness brands. They cover the evolution and fundamentals …

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Cleantech investment, packaging innovation & Emerald at 25 years 29:10

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Europe's first cleantech VC fund celebrates its 25th birthday this year. Tim Sykes speaks with founder and CEO of Emerald Technology Ventures, Gina Dominig, and Fredric Petit, co-lead of the dedicated packaging fund about the insights gathered over a quarter of a century of green investment, the appetite for investment in uncertain times, and oppor…

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Fighting food waste in Nigeria – a conversation with SAVE FOOD’s 2024 competition winner 26:36

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Each year, a significant portion of Nigeria’s tomato harvest is lost before it ever reaches the consumer. Working to tackle this issue is Tomato Jos, the winner of last year’s SAVE FOOD project competition. It is an agricultural processing company that works at the intersection of agriculture, logistics and packaging, supporting smallholder farmers…

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Ep. 41 - "WTF! What the TariFfs! pt2 ” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 17:22

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble continues her "WTF! What the TariFfs!" series, discussing the recent and significant impacts of US-imposed tariffs (especially under the Trump administration) on packaging and product costs for beauty, health, and wellness brands. She discusses how increased tariffs on mat…

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EPR Masterclass Part 4: Advanced Packaging Redesign Strategies for EPR 26:36

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Take your learning further with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Masterclass Workbook by Sustainable Design Lab. Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation…

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A deep dive into connected packaging with Güneri Tugcu and Stefan Hilss 50:07

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This latest podcast episode is all about connected packaging – its benefits and potential, common misconceptions, pitfalls to avoid, innovation and future developments. Elisabeth Skoda speaks with industry experts Güneri Tugcu and Stefan Hilss. Güneri and Stefan have their own podcast where they delve into all things connected packaging - have a li…

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Ep. 40 - "The Power of Formula Ownership” with Cynthia Johnson, Founder and CEO of Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC 57:36

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews powerhouse guest Cynthia Johnson, Founder and CEO of Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC, who breaks down the power and importance of owning your own cosmetic formulation, both for legacy and legal reasons. Cynthia shares her journey into cosmetic science, the benefits of custom formulati…

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Sustainability perspectives: Rethinking Fibre-based Solutions 21:19

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Sameer Singla, CEO of Archroma Packaging Technologies, discusses how innovation in chemistry can extend the properties of fibre-based packaging while retaining recyclability - and the strategic keys to realize this business opportunity. For more information about Archroma's solutions for the packaging, visit https://www.archroma.com/packaging-techn…

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Building a deposit return system – spotlight on Austria 26:34

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Deposit return schemes have gained traction across Europe, with several countries introducing or getting ready to introduce them. Austria is the latest country to introduce such a system. Elisabeth Skoda speaks to Monika Fiala, who is managing director at Recycling Pfand Österreich GmbH, the organisation in charge of implementing the deposit return…

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Ep. 39 - "WTF! What the TariFfs! pt1 ” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 40:04

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble returns from maternity leave for her first episode with her baby daughter Amaiyah as her co-host. She dives into how the rising tariffs, particularly under President Trump’s administration, are massively impacting the cost and availability of goods, especially in the beaut…

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Catching up with Vytal: Packaging Europe 2024 Readers’ Award winner! 26:54

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Vytal Global were the worthy winners of the Packaging Europe 2024 Readers' Award! Libby Munford catches up with Dr Tim Breker, co-founder and Managing Director of Vytal to hear how they have expanded since last year, what the future holds for tech-driven reusable packaging - asking vital questions such as "what can we learn from this mode of practi…

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EPR Masterclass Part 3: Colorado's Program 24:28

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Take your learning further with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Masterclass Workbook by Sustainable Design Lab. Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation…

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Insights from a city-wide reusable packaging project with Tomra’s Geir Sæther 22:14

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How can reusable packaging be scaled up? Last year, Tomra started a trial across the city of Aarhus in Denmark for a city-wide platform for reusable takeaway packaging. One year into the trial, Tomra’s Geir Sæther discusses the project, challenges, scalability and future plans with Elisabeth Skoda. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading …

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EPR Masterclass Part 2: Oregon's Program 29:11

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Take your learning further with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Masterclass Workbook by Sustainable Design Lab. Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation…

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Exploring Australia’s approach to packaging regulation, with Chris Foley and Renata Daudt 42:18

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Our two guests for this podcast are Chris Foley, CEO of the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO); and Renata Daudt, Sustainable Packaging Consultant with AWEN Packaging Consulting who specialise in guiding brand owners on the APCO Sustainable Packaging Guidelines. We spoke about Australia’s upcoming new packaging regulations - and more…