Best Compostable Packaging Podcasts (2025)

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People, planet, kiwifruit – with Rachel Depree (PPF)

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What does it take to deliver sustainable livelihoods for growers, green international shipping, and support healthy nutrition around the globe? In this episode of People Planet Food, host Roger Robson-Williams talks to Rachel Depree, Executive Officer for Sustainability at Zespri International – the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit – to explor…

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The Packaging Recycling Summit! Kim Overstreet and Matt Reynolds from PMMI 19:29

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The event is June 25-27 in Dallas: SAVE $200 with the code CCONNORS I hope to see you there! Here is the link to register: https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/2025/home Why is the Packaging Recycling Summit a must attend? What can be done to make packaging actually recyclable? Who will be speaking there and what will they be focusing on? https…

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E19: Global Running | Lena Andersson, Go! Running Tours 26:49

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Send us a text Lena Andersson is the CEO and founder of Go! Running Tours, a global company connecting travelers with local running guides. Website: https://gorunningtours.com/ Cirque Series THE PREMIERE MOUNTAIN RUNNING SERIES IN THE USA First Round's On Me The dating app crafted to get you in person. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links…

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Wonderfil CEO Amelia Eichel REFILL IS THE WAY 22:50

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https://www.wonderfil.world/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-eichel-92639a16b/ What if we could refill our items perpetually instead of single use packaging? https://www.solutionsjournalism.org/ https://storytracker.solutionsjournalism.org/ https://doughnuteconomics.org/ https://systems-ledleadership.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors…

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Under the Skin – Perfecting Nature’s Packaging (FTL)

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The skin of fruit serves more than just a protective barrier; it acts as nature’s packaging—the first element we notice, touch, and often judge. In this episode, scientist and host Hilary Ireland chats with molecular scientist Mikaela Douglas to explore what lies beneath the surface of fruit skins. They discuss how genetic research is enabling scie…

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This time I get interviewed! Career advice and more with Kimberly Packard 26:21

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyspackard/ This episode is very unique as I'm getting interviewed! Kimberly Packard reached out to me to ask me about my career path and advice to job hunters and I said, let's make it a podcast! How did I get into packaging? What is the best advice I've received? How can you start a new career journey? https://po…

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Kenya National Waste Pickers President John Chweya 30:17

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Donate Here to Help buy 1 truck: https://gofund.me/cb4e681d Over 36,000 people are part of this association of waste pickers in Kenya and it's a truly impressive story about how they are working to make a circular economy while being healthy and safe and having a living wage. So much needs to be done to make this fair! https://podcasts.apple.com/us…

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

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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 and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Chris dives into Colorado's unique approac…

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Trust, tech and the table: the future of food with Jack Bobo

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Food futurist Jack Bobo joins scientist Hilary Ireland to explore the future of food production. From the impact of agriculture on the planet to the promise of new technologies like gene editing, Jack shares insights on how we can build sustainable food systems while earning consumer trust. With a background in law, policy and behavioural science, …

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Chief Sustainability Officer David Murgio (Ranpak) 26:25

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https://www.ranpak.com/ Check out Ranpak today , here is their website and ESG report https://www.ranpak.com/sustainability/ How has Ranpak been leading the way in sustainability for over 50 years? Why does paper make such a great option for shipping? Did you know Ranpak has amazing automation equipment? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packag…

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

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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 and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Chris breaks down Oregon's complex 397-pag…

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Good for people and planet with Pregis (Eva Caspary / Clint Smith) 30:13

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https://www.pregis.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/pregis/posts/?feedView=all How can packaging help the planet and people? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or Spotify Packaging Today Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6dksVw…

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EPR Masterclass Part 1: EPR Fundamentals 24:00

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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 and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. Before listening to this episode, make sure you’ve checked …

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EPR Masterclass Overview 9:56

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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 and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In the first episode of the Sustainable Design Lab podcast,…

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Compostable Packaging with Rhodes Yepsen BPI Executive Director 26:22

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https://bpiworld.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bpicertified/posts/?feedView=all Did you know California is working towards a ban on compostable packaging? If we don't act now this may be a huge challenge for compostable packaging in the future. It was a true pleasure to interview Rhodes Yepsen the Executive Director of the Biodegradable Pro…

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Mette Nielsen: The incredibly beautiful thrips! (SLFM)

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Most growers and home gardeners don't view thrips positively, but perhaps we could change your perspective. This week, data scientist and podcaster Tom Moore speaks to entomologist Mette Nielsen about her career in entomology, particularly her research on the many species of thrips in Aotearoa New Zealand. Correction: in this podcast we incorrectly…

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Trailer 3:00

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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. Each episode dives deep into advanced materials, circular economy strategies, and real-world innovations, offering clear, actionable guidance for packaging engineers, …

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Naresh Khanna wisdom from India on Sustainable Packaging 21:30

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/naresh-khanna-5578311/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ipp-catalog-publications-p-l/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ippo-international-packaging-press-organisation/posts/?feedView=all Naresh Khanna, has great experience in the world of packaging and an impressive history. We are both members of the IPPO (International…

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E18: Federal Layoffs Pt. 2 | Alan Lescht, Alan Lescht and Associates 39:24

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Send us a text Alan Lescht is an employment lawyer specializing in federal government employees. He joined the podcast to discuss the changes occurring in the government and how both current and former federal employees can take action. Website: https://www.dcemploymentattorney.com/ Cirque Series THE PREMIERE MOUNTAIN RUNNING SERIES IN THE USA Firs…

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Ocean Made Seaweed Pots founder Emily Power 18:50

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https://oceanmade.co/ What if the pot you use to plant in will actually nourish your plants and flowers? Why are we using plastic for this when it could be a product that provides value to the soil? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or…

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Plant-based yoghurts (SITK)

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Most people are already familiar with products like oat milk and almond butter, but what about barley yoghurt? Scientists at Plant & Food Research are developing a new plant-based product: yoghurt made from barley grain. In this week's podcast, scientist and podcast host Rebecca Campbell speaks to food scientist Gert-Jan Moggre about this exciting …

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CEO Evan Gwynne Davies (SCRAPP) 23:29

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https://www.scrappzero.com/ Evan Gwynne Davies How are you gathering your data so you can improve? What is Scrapp? Why are companies lining up to work with Scrapp? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or Spotify…

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twistMist™ Aerosol with no chemical propellants (Dennis Ossipov-Grodsky and Brad Barron) 24:56

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https://twistmistaerosols.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-ossipov-grodsky/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-barron-6603201/ what if you could ship your aerosol with no chemical propellant? What if that could be reused 20-30 times? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTu…

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Hope in turbulent times (PPF)

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People | Planet | Food - Host Roger Robson-Williams speaks with sustainability experts Saskia Verraes and Martin Rich about the future they aspire to create through their work. They discuss the encouraging signs of progress in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the globe.Amid rising illiberalism, increasing geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty,…

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Ranpak NEW Sustainable Innovations! (Bryan Boatner) 25:32

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https://www.ranpak.com/ New Sustainable Packaging machines and materials Form'it!™ / Cut'it!™ / Decision Tower™ / Pad'it!™ / Lid'it!™ / FillPak Trident™ / Wrap'it! ™ What's the latest in sustainable packaging innovations from Ranpak? How can you move into semi-automated packaging? When are you ready for fully automated packaging equipment? Join us …

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Live from SPEC Summit with Specright CMO Laura Foti 21:52

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https://www.specright.com/ What is Specright? How can Specright streamline your operation? How important is it that you attend the Specright SPEC Summit? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or Spotify Packaging Today Podcast https://open…

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1 year of plastic! with Fred Richards (The Hive and the Chicago Brand Museum) 37:19

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What was it really like to collect his families plastic for the entire year? What did they learn from this and how can we share it with the world to have a positive impact? How many lessons were learned and surprises? Weblinks: https://www.facebook.com/chicagobrandmuseum https://www.linkedin.com/company/103739032/admin/dashboard/ https://www.thehiv…

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E17: Federal Layoffs Pt. 1 | Tyler Stotland and Cameron McKenzie, USDA 1:14:45

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Send us a text Tyler Stotland and Cameron McKenzie were both federal employees at USDA who were affected by the federal layoffs. They joined the podcast to share their backgrounds, discuss the important projects they were working on, and explain how the DOGE team handled the layoffs. Tyler's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tyler-stotland-178045181 Camero…

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The challenge of gene editing a plant (NT)

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Gene editing is a new technology with the potential to breed new crops faster. With changing regulations worldwide on how gene editing can be incorporated into food production systems, what does it actually take to gene edit a plant crop?   This week Scigest host and scientist Jay Jayaraman speaks to Zac Hanley, GM Science – New Cultivar Innovation…

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Dr. Jon Smieja VP Circularity (Trellis Group) 29:41

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https://trellis.net/ Sign up today for Circularity 25! https://trellis.net/events/circularity/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsmieja/ What is the Trellis Group and what do they do to help companies be more sustainable? What happened in Busan Korea at the latest Plastics negotiations? How can you help today? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packa…

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COO Giovanna Arias / JUJIN New York (Luxury and Sustainable Packaging) 19:54

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https://www.jujin.nyc/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/jujin-new-york/posts/?feedView=all How can packaging be luxurious and more sustainable? What is this global packaging company working on to help their clients wade through a very challenging future? Thank you so much Giovanna Arias for your insights! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packa…

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CEO Tom Szaky (Terracycle and Loop) 29:56

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https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/ https://exploreloop.com/en/ One of the best episodes we have produced! How has Terracycle innovated in the sustainable packaging space for so many years? What is the future of Terracycle and recycling the difficult to recycle? We are so thankful to have CEO Tom Szaky back on this show. https://podcasts.apple.com/us…

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Woola Packaging CEO Anna Liisa Palatu 25:52

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https://www.woola.io/ Did you know that 90% of wool produced is wasted? How can they use this "waste" material to make sustainable packaging? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or Spotify Packaging Today Podcast https://open.spotify.com…

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E16: Food Forests | Orion Kriegman, Boston Food Forest Coalition 35:50

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Send us a text Orion Kriegman is the Executive Director of the Boston Food Forest Coalition, a non-profit organization transforming unused urban land into socially and ecologically thriving food forest gardens while supporting neighborhood groups in maintaining these spaces for future generations. Website: http://bostonfoodforest.org Video Link: ht…

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CNS Media Editor Louis Gore-Langton 25:26

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https://www.packaginginsights.com/ be sure to follow their daily newsletter for the latest in packaging What is the future of sustainable packaging? Is there a real battle brewing between paper and plastic manufactures? Can packaging be truly reusable? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on Lin…

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Bringing change through compost, carbon, and connection (PPF)

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People | Planet | Food – In this episode, host Roger Robson-Williams chats with friend and colleague Stephen Wallace, Sustainability Manager at AgResearch and Plant & Food Research,Stephen shares his journey into sustainability, sparked by a passion for the environment and early efforts to combat food waste in the workplace. He offers insights into…

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Aora Mexico CEO Nour Tayara (Makeup with Sustainable Packaging) 22:43

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https://aoramakeup.com/en-us https://www.linkedin.com/in/nour-tayara-05292ba/ How has Nour Tayara and his co founder created a plastic free brand? Can makeup packaging be more sustainable? Bright and beautiful makeup and packaging you will want to keep. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on Li…

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$5M in Funding From USDA / Clemson for specialty crops exporting (Dr. Andrew Hurley and Dr. James Sternberg) 24:41

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URGENT DEADLINE is February 12, 2025 APPLY HERE: https://www.clemson.edu/centers-institutes/fresh/innovation/index.html Do you ship or have any innovations to ship any of these crops? Check this list: https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/scbgp/specialty-crop Thank you Dr. Andrew Hurley https://www.linkedin.com/in/drandrewhurley/ and Dr. James S…

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2025 Predictions! Brodie Vander Dussen and Cory Connors 28:12

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What is the future of sustainable packaging? How will packaging be recycled? Will reuse take over? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or Spotify Packaging Today Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6dksVwqEFVDWdggd27fyFF?si=e924995740f…

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E15: Compostable Packaging | Rich Cohen, Elevate Packaging 41:52

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Send us a text Rich Cohen is the founder and CEO of Elevate Packaging, a company driving the global transition to compostable packaging. Website: https://elevatepackaging.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-cohen-sustainable/ Cirque Series THE PREMIERE MOUNTAIN RUNNING SERIES IN THE USA Black Earth Compost Massachusetts-based company co…

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Pippa Corry (Philo and Co) Founder and Director 25:58

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https://www.philoand.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/pippa-corry-40640347/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brodievanderdussen/ How is the roll of the packaging designer changing? Why are designers so focused on recyclable materials? What can Australia teach the rest of the world about sustainability? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-toda…

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Mythbusting: What Works and Doesn't in the Compost Pile 35:38

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In this episode of the Earth Feed Podcast: From Soil to Shelf, host Kelly Williams and guest Diana Thomas, Sustainability Director at Biologiq, explore the complexities of composting, sustainable packaging, and the intersection of food waste with packaging choices. Diana draws on her experience in sustainability and compostable certification to deb…

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The First Paper Bottle In the USA / Harrison Holditch (Distillery 98) 19:28

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The First Paper Bottle in the USA https://distillery98.com/ How does a paper bottle work? What is is really made from? Can it be recycled? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or Spotify Packaging Today Podcast https://open.spotify.com/sh…

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Suzie Newman: A life in International development (SLFM)

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Success in international development projects requires not only a variety of skills, including project management, people, and technical skills, but also a commitment to see jobs through and meet every challenge, which can be considerable in some of the less developed regions around the world. In this podcast, scientist and podcaster Hilary Ireland…

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Paris Packaging Week Future Leaders! Mariia Baranova / Laurine Friche 18:46

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Sign up today to attend and nominate a future leader! https://www.parispackagingweek.com/en/ Connect with Mariia Baranova https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariiabaranova/ Connect with Laurine Friche https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurinefriche/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube…

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Invasive Plants with CEO Sydney Rodman (Green Revival) 16:47

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https://greenrevival.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydney-rodman/ Did you know invasive plants can cause forest fires? How can these plants be used for good instead? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or Spotify Packaging Today Podcas…

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A fresh look at steam power (PPF)

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People | Planet | Food – in this episode, host Roger Robson-Williams delves into the innovative world of modern steam power with Jack Donaldson from Mackwell and Co., a Christchurch-based start-up pioneering advanced steam technology for farm machinery. Together, they explore how replacing diesel with biomass could revolutionise energy use in food …

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From Combat To Compost (Veteran Compost with President Justen Garrity) 17:10

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/justengarrity/ https://www.veterancompost.com/ How did Justen go from combat to compost? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/packaging-today-show/id1656906367 Join Us Live Daily on LinkedIn Or YouTube or listen at your leisure on Apple or Spotify Packaging Today Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6dksVwqEFVDWdggd27f…

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Materials In Motion 37:20

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Podcast Summary: Episode 4 of Earthfeed – From Soil to Shelf In this episode of Earthfeed, Kelly Williams, an expert in sustainable packaging, explores the fascinating world of materials innovation alongside industry leaders Rahul Rasal, Paul Fowler, and Rick Stokes. Rahul, the global VP of Nature Works, shares insights from his journey with polyla…

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Fish bites: The Potential of Lab-Grown Food (FTS)

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Cellular agriculture is an evolving technology where animal meat is grown in a lab using just their cells. This process is potentially an important way of producing animal protein in a sustainable and ethical manner. Plant & Food Research are exploring this technology to grow fish meat and is an important part of our overall fish research at our Ne…

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