Podcasts about packaging

In this episode, Cory Connors sits down with Anna Perlina, a sustainable packaging and EU PPWR consultant with Integrity Solutions, to unpack why the EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is reshaping how companies — even those outside Europe — think about packaging strategy. Anna traces her path from leading global packaging procurement at a major FMCG company to founding her own consultancy, and explains how the PPWR has turned "sustainable packaging," once a vague and subjective goal, into a concrete, common playing field with a roadmap running through 2040. The two also preview this November's Sustainable Packaging Summit in Utrecht, where they both serve as ambassadors.Key Topics Discussed:Anna's journey from corporate packaging procurement to founding Integrity SolutionsWhy PPWR gives companies a concrete, common definition of "sustainable packaging" for the first timeThe business case for regulatory certainty: why clear rules unlock long-term investment in new materials and equipmentThe real-world testing and scale-up challenges of switching packaging formats (including a cautionary tale about pickle jars)Anna's role as an ambassador for the Sustainable Packaging Summit and her speaking history with Packaging Europe webinars and panelsReflections on last year's Sustainable Packaging Summit in Utrecht, including moderating the "paper vs. plastic" panelWhat's new for the 2026 Summit: three full days of programming, EU commissioner participation, and lessons learned from the PPWR's first milestone (August 12, 2026)Why non-EU companies should study the PPWR now, even if they don't sell into EuropePractical tips for attending the Summit, including train travel to UtrechtChapters: 00:16 Introduction to Sustainability and Consulting02:59 Understanding PPWR and Its Impact on Packaging05:37 Challenges in Sustainable Packaging Implementation10:06 The Role of the Sustainable Packaging Summit12:46 Insights from the Last Summit and Future Expectations15:23 Practical Tips for Companies on Sustainability18:07 Conclusion and Networking OpportunitiesResources Mentioned:Integrity Solutions — Anna Perlina's sustainable packaging and EU PPWR consultancyAnna Perlina on LinkedInSustainable Packaging Summit, Utrecht — November 10–12, 2026, at the Beatrix Theatre, JaarbeursEuropean Commission PPWR overview and guidanceContact:Listeners can connect with Anna Perlina on LinkedIn, where she regularly publishes free expert content and practical guidance on navigating the PPWR.Support our Sponsors Learn more here:- 3M- Specright- Forest https://anewearthproject.com/collections/new-earth-approvedConnect with CoryConnect with Cory on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.

Enterprise AI is moving beyond experimentation toward a harder question: where does it actually create measurable business value? In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Nikhil Narvekar, CIO and SVP of Global Business Services at Graphic Packaging Holding Company, about building an AI strategy around tangible outcomes. Narvekar explains how Graphic Packaging is applying AI to supply chain and logistics, reconsidering the need for a single ERP after 23 acquisitions and counting, and democratizing AI through fusion teams and employee training. Why Graphic Packaging took a cautious approach to enterprise AI How AI is helping optimize supply chain and logistics decisions Why a common data layer could change the ERP consolidation equation How fusion teams bring business and IT together around AI outcomes Why human domain knowledge remains essential as AI matures This episode is presented by ElevenLabs — Bringing technology to life. Learn more at elevenlabs.io This episode is also presented by Retool — Build internal software better, with AI. Learn more at retool.com

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the People of Packaging podcast! Host Adam Peek is back at it, coming to you live from the Label King studios.In this episode, Adam sits down with Dustin Steerman, founder and CEO of Vert. Dustin shares his journey through the packaging world—from paper and labels to digital flex pack—and breaks down how he is building a 35,000-square-foot powerhouse facility in Longmont, Colorado.Key Discussion Points:* Industry Origins: Growing up around paper mills, early Philly roots, and leaving Philadelphia sports fandom on a high note after the Eagles' Super Bowl win.* The Digital Shift: How Dustin identified early gaps in digital flexible packaging around 2014 and launched Vert in 2023.* Cannabis Packaging Realities: Navigating strict state-by-state regulations, multi-state operator (MSO) complexities, and how short-run digital printing solves artwork versioning headaches.* Vert's Scalable Model: Building out 35,000 square feet, running short to long-run pouch lines, and targeting 10–15 million pouches per month capacity.* Expanding Verticals: Moving beyond cannabis into sports nutrition, pet treats, and the natural products epicenter in Boulder/Longmont.* The Service Gap: Why exceptional customer service, 24-hour quote turnarounds, and direct communication are the ultimate business differentiators today.Connect with Dustin Steerman:* Dustin Steerman on LinkedIn* Website: vertpack.comConnect with Adam Peek:* LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/adampeek* TikTok: @thelabelkingAbout the People of Packaging Podcast:The People of Packaging Podcast dives deep into the stories of the human beings making the packaging world tick. Host Adam Peek interviews leaders, disruptors, and innovators across the industry to give you an insider look at what is happening today and where the market is heading next. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit encase.substack.com

In this episode, Cory Connors sits down with Delegate Jackie Hope Glass of the Virginia House of Delegates to talk about the road that led her from community organizing to the statehouse, and what that experience has taught her about building real partnerships between policymakers and the packaging industry. Jackie shares how a habit of "minding other people's business" turned into a grassroots homework program for neighborhood kids, then a school board run, and eventually a seat in the General Assembly. She and Cory also dig into their shared experience at See Change Sessions in Vermont, the case for a national Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework, and why she believes industry has a bigger role to play at the policymaking table than most people realize.Key Topics Discussed: Jackie's path from Navy veteran and community organizer to Virginia state legislatorThe origin story of her neighborhood "homework house" and how it led to public serviceReflections on See Change Sessions in Vermont and why the event felt different from a typical industry conferenceHow packaging and sustainability professionals can build real relationships with state legislatorsCalifornia's SB 54 and the challenges of getting states aligned on Extended Producer ResponsibilityWhy Jackie sees packaging waste as a design and systems issue, not a moral oneJackie's "6 Cs" framework for guiding her legislative focus (creative, circular, coastal resilience, crime aversion, care, and cyber)CitizenU, Jackie's summer civic education program and policy pitch contest for constituents of all agesThe realities of serving as a citizen legislator in Virginia's part-time General AssemblyChapters: 00:00 Introduction to Delegate Jackie Glass02:14 Journey to Politics: From Community Service to Delegate04:31 The Impact of C-Change: A Unique Policymaking Experience08:54 Bridging the Gap: Industry and Politics Collaboration11:19 The Six Cs: Guiding Principles for Policy13:34 CitizenU: Empowering Citizens Through Education15:55 Legislative Projects: Making a Difference in Virginia19:39 Extended Producer Responsibility: A National Perspective23:06 The Urgency of Environmental Action26:06 SSP intro animation v1.mp4Resources Mentioned:Delegate Jackie Hope Glass, Virginia House of Delegates, 93rd DistrictSee Change Sessions, Burlington, VermontPackaging Matters at See Change SessionsContact:Listeners interested in connecting with Delegate Glass's office about legislation, community programs, or CitizenU can reach out through her official Virginia House of Delegates page.Support our Sponsors:3M https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/packaging-shipping-fulfillment-us/applications/sealing-recycled-corrugate/ Specright: https://www.specright.com/ Forest: https://www.forest-pkg.com/https://anewearthproject.com/collections/new-earth-approvedConnect with CoryConnect with Cory on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.

Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Seattle and Colorado-based band Packaging to talk about the music that’s moving them. This time they’re paying tribute to their peers in the Denver project Cindygod. The two bandmates discuss working with Cindygod on their own music, but also the inspiration they take from their friend and their songwriting/production wizardry. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima Healy Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This interview is with Carrie Higgins of Press Printing & Packaging. In this interview, Carrie discusses her part within the wine industry and starting her own company.Carrie talks about looking for a relationship-based career right out of college. In 1993, Carrie started as a sales rep for a wine labeling company after finding the role in a newspaper. After building relationships within the wine industry, Carrie knew she found her people. At the time, she was working with the pioneers of the industry and making connections with the future generations of the Oregon wine industry.  Becoming enamored with the wine industry, Carrie helped build a printing company's successful labeling division until she starting her own company in 2020.Carrie discusses what drove her to start her own company. Although at a successful company, Carrie felt limited in what she could offer to her partners. She created Press to help out the little guys. She found ways to save costs on printing and was able to give specialized services to individual wine brands. Unique to Press, Carrie works with about seven different print partners to give each client exactly what they need at a fair price. Carrie's biggest success story is A to Z. Carrie has been with A to Z since the beginning and has helped grow the brand into what it is today through labeling. Later in the interview, Carrie talks about her perspective on the current climate of the industry. While she predicts consolidation and closure of wineries, she is optimistic about the future. Carrie believes people are not going to stop drinking wine and the industry isn't going anywhere. Although the industry is not experiencing the huge growth of previous years, the exponential growth was not sustainable. While the industry is looking for every way to save money during this time, Carrie predicts Oregon wine will come out on the other side.  This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Carrie's mobile office in West Linn on August 17, 2026.

Host Evie Stokes sits down with Seattle and Colorado-based band Packaging to talk about the music that’s moving them. First up, they talk about Nation of Language offshoot band Cutouts and how they completely reimagine Goldfrapp’s 2003 hit and how the song speaks so well to the world as it is today. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima Healy Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the radio show. 1 - Smoko. Up the wahs. 5 - Peak over packaging 8 - Peak over packaging.Part 2. 12 - Kids are dicks. 15 - You know you’re rich, when… 18 - Canoeing Canada. 23 - Snowboard fiasco. 27 - This week in Science. 31 - Late mail. 35 - Last drinks. Show links. Must watch - https://shorturl.at/ofdkp

Depuis le 11 février 2025, l'Europe dispose d'un nouveau cadre pour encadrer les emballages : le PPWR, pour Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. Il concerne presque tous les emballages commercialisés dans l'Union, qu'ils soient destinés aux particuliers, aux professionnels, au transport ou au commerce en ligne. Son objectif : réduire les volumes produits, favoriser le réemploi et rendre les emballages davantage recyclables.Depuis la mi-août 2026, l'un des changements les plus concrets concerne les PFAS, ces substances chimiques très persistantes utilisées notamment pour leurs propriétés imperméabilisantes ou antiadhésives. Les emballages alimentaires qui dépassent les seuils européens ne peuvent plus être mis sur le marché. Attention toutefois : cela vise leur première commercialisation dans l'Union. Un produit déjà livré à un distributeur avant cette date peut continuer à être vendu. En revanche, un stock encore chez le fabricant ou une importation non encore commercialisée doit respecter les nouvelles règles, même s'il a été produit auparavant.Le règlement renforce aussi la traçabilité. Fabricants, importateurs et distributeurs doivent pouvoir démontrer la conformité des emballages. Et juridiquement, le « fabricant » peut être l'entreprise qui commercialise l'emballage sous son propre nom, même si elle ne l'a pas fabriqué physiquement. La recyclabilité devient également un principe obligatoire, même si le classement européen harmonisé des emballages ne deviendra pleinement contraignant qu'en 2030. Le PPWR ne crée pas de taxe directement facturée au consommateur. Mais les entreprises devront financer de nouveaux emballages, adapter leur logistique ou mettre en place des systèmes de réemploi. En France s'ajoute la nouvelle filière de responsabilité élargie du producteur pour les emballages professionnels, issue de la loi AGEC de 2020 et repoussée au 1er janvier 2027.Les prochaines étapes arriveront progressivement. Dès février 2027, certains professionnels de la restauration et de l'hôtellerie devront accepter les contenants apportés par leurs clients. En 2028 arriveront les solutions réutilisables et un étiquetage européen harmonisé. Puis 2030 marquera un tournant beaucoup plus visible : limitation à 50 % du vide dans certains colis, interdiction de plusieurs emballages plastiques à usage unique, notamment certains sachets de fruits et légumes, mini-flacons d'hôtel, vaisselle jetable sur place ou dosettes individuelles de condiments. Le changement est donc progressif : aujourd'hui, la conformité ; demain, une transformation beaucoup plus visible de nos emballages. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

TikTok Shop USA sales are booming. There are some new regulations for packaging if you're selling in Europe, and the most-requested tool for MCP for Helium 10 is now available. These stories and more on today's weekly buzz!   We're back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10's newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   TikTok Shop's U.S. GMV Nearly Doubles to $11.8B in H1 2026 https://www.netinfluencer.com/tiktok-shop-us-gmv-nearly-doubles-to-11-8b-usd-in-h1-2026/ Why China's traders, e-commerce merchants feel boxed in by new EU packaging rules https://www.scmp.com/economy/policy/article/3363746/why-chinas-traders-e-commerce-merchants-feel-boxed-new-eu-packaging-rules Most Asked For Helium 10 MCP Update Helium 10 has launched Black Box Niche for MCP, giving sellers the X-ray-style data they've been asking for directly inside Claude. Instead of researching keywords one at a time with the Chrome extension, users can analyze multiple niches at once and compare metrics like search volume, top-product revenue, number of listings generating over $5,000 in sales, and how many top products have low review counts. The feature makes it much faster to compare market opportunities and competition across multiple keywords using the Helium 10 MCP.   How Amazon's AI shopping assistant makes hundreds of millions of products feel personal https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/alexa-for-shopping-learn-and-be-curious-podcast Optimize your listings with built-in Seller Central tools https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHR1ZKWFZETkRTSFhYQVo1 Amazon Expands Locker Network to more than 750 U.S. College Locations https://press.aboutamazon.com/retail/2026/8/amazon-expands-locker-network-to-more-than-750-u-s-college-locations In episode 545 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Bradley talks about: 00:00 -  Introduction 00:43 - TikTok Shop US BOOMING 03:13 - New EU Packaging Regulations 05:11 - Most Asked For MCP Update 09:13 - Amazon's Alexa Predictions 14:36 - Research Dead Amazon Listings For Opportunity 17:55 - Amazon Caters To College Students

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class. Rushion McDonald’s “Keep Winning” #3 – Key Takeaways In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald expands on the concept of value proposition, focusing on how entrepreneurs and professionals can differentiate themselves through customer service, marketing, mentorship, and continuous growth. Top Lessons 1. Understand Your Value Proposition Your value proposition is what makes your talent, product, or company unique. It's the reason people choose you over the competition and the foundation for negotiating better opportunities, raises, and contracts. Rushion uses the example of athletes who fail to recognize their true market value and end up accepting deals that don't reflect their worth. 2. Never Let Age Become an Excuse One of Rushion's recurring themes is that success has no age limit. He encourages listeners to: Keep setting goals. Continue learning. Pursue new opportunities. Avoid believing that life slows down after 40, 50, or 60. Success belongs to those who continue moving forward regardless of age. 3. Market More Than Your Product Two companies may offer similar products, but customer perception can create dramatically different outcomes. Rushion emphasizes that businesses should promote: Customer service Customer experience Reliability Trust Products may attract customers once, but outstanding service keeps them coming back. 4. Choose to Be the Eagle, Not the Chicken One of the episode's most memorable analogies compares an eagle and a chicken. Although both are birds, society views them very differently. The lesson: Eagles soar. Eagles command respect. Eagles fight to maintain their position. Rushion challenges listeners to adopt an eagle mindset by thinking bigger, acting boldly, and pursuing excellence. 5. Seek Mentorship and Guidance Many entrepreneurs fail simply because they try to figure everything out alone. Rushion highlights resources such as: The Small Business Administration (SBA) SCORE mentors Experienced business professionals Mentorship can help entrepreneurs avoid costly mistakes and accelerate growth. 6. Expand the Possibilities of Your Product Rushion shares the story of a pancake mix company whose product evolved from a simple pancake and waffle mix into a unique 3-in-1 product capable of making: Pancakes Waffles Biscuits The lesson is to continually explore new uses and opportunities that can differentiate your product in the marketplace. 7. Packaging Matters A great product alone isn't enough. Using the example of a gourmet popcorn company, Rushion explains that: Product quality matters. Customer service matters. Packaging matters. A product may be excellent, but weak presentation can prevent it from reaching larger retail opportunities. 8. Customer Service Is a Competitive Advantage Across every business example discussed in the episode, one factor remained constant: Excellent customer service. Customers remember: How they were treated. Whether expectations were met. Whether businesses delivered consistently. Strong customer service often becomes a company's most powerful marketing tool. 9. Reliability Builds Trust Rushion emphasizes that success often comes down to honoring commitments. If you say: You open at 8:00 AM, open at 8:00 AM. You will deliver a product, deliver it. You promise service, provide it. Consistency creates credibility. Keep Winning Quote “Market your brand to stand out above the crowd through excellent service, strong presentation, and a commitment to outperforming the competition.” Bottom Line Know your value. Keep learning. Seek mentorship. Expand your thinking. Deliver exceptional customer service. Package your product professionally. And most importantly, choose to soar like the eagle instead of settling like the chicken. 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Danny McMillan returns after his longest break in almost ten years, with Seller Sessions approaching its tenth anniversary and roughly 1,300 episodes. This is the pilot of a new monthly roundtable with Sim and Matt (Dorian returns next month), moving away from the conversion show format towards raw conversation. You'll hear how Sim's team runs product development end to end with AI: keyword-scored idea validation, brand director sign-off, Claude-generated product concepts rendered through Codex, and a launch pipeline already booked out to 2027. Matt shares how Productpinion prioritises features from customer feedback, and why prioritisation is the most undervalued skill in the AI era. The back half tackles the big theme: cognitive load. Danny breaks down verification fatigue, context switching and AI maxing, and why the scarce resource is no longer time but attention and decision quality. Key Topics AI-driven product development - from keyword scoring to Claude SVG concepts and Codex-generated product renders Team structure at scale - how ideas route through brand directors to sourcing across UK and Philippines teams Hiring in the AI era - why refusing to use AI is now a dealbreaker, and why gutting teams for AI is commercial suicide Free local AI tools - Fluid Voice (Whisper Flow alternative) and Meetily (Granola alternative) Cognitive load and verification fatigue - the hidden tax of moving from doer to overseer Timestamps 00:00 - Danny returns: ten years of Seller Sessions, new pilot format 01:50 - Sim's update: ditching ClickUp for a bespoke operating system 03:55 - Matt's update: closing the research loop in Productpinion, Florence CRO brain, MCP 05:39 - Sim's product pipeline: AI keyword scoring, brand director approval, deep research 07:07 - AI product development: Claude concepts, Codex renders, 3-in-1 product mashups 09:07 - Packaging designed for the main image, and how far you can push it 10:46 - Team workflow: brand directors owning P&L, sourcing handoffs 14:21 - Danny on gutting teams for AI: who maintains the machines? 15:56 - The hiring line: refuse to use AI, you haven't got a job 17:48 - Claude across every department: projects, Claude Code vs Cowork 20:10 - Free local tools: Fluid Voice for dictation, Meetily for meeting notes 21:57 - Marketplace arbitrage: moving proven products between Amazon marketplaces 23:21 - Matt on signal to noise: wasting tokens instead of wasting time 24:57 - Time blocking and prioritising features by customer impact 26:54 - Danny's segment: cognitive load, oversight duty and verification fatigue 31:46 - Asking the right question: the Claude Science deep-dive example 36:41 - AI maxing, context switching and high-stakes decision quality 42:07 - Claude telling you to go to sleep 45:16 - Danny's framework: reject the first plan, decision sprints, deliberate decompression 50:47 - Where to reach Sim and Matt Key Takeaways AI has made product development fun again - unique product concepts generated with Claude and Codex, feeding a pipeline mapped to 2027. Augment, don't replace - if someone was worth hiring, AI should multiply their output, not justify cutting them. Prioritisation is the undervalued AI skill - just because you can do everything doesn't mean you should. Verification fatigue is real - build in decision sprints and deliberate decompression, and reject Claude's first plan on sight. The scarce resource is attention, not time - your night schedule and recovery feed the next day's output. Notable Quotes "AI is enabling the boring to get released and the fun stuff to happen." - Sim "Instead of people wasting time, now they're just wasting tokens." - Matt "Prompts don't matter, but asking the right question unlocks everything." - Danny McMillan "AI doesn't just speed you up. It puts you on permanent oversight duty, and the cost of that duty is your attention and your judgment, not time." - Danny McMillan Resources Mentioned Fluid Voice - free, open source local dictation with on-device models; a Whisper Flow alternative Meetily - free, open source meeting summariser that runs privately on your machine; a Granola alternative Claude / Claude Code - the AI platform used across both Danny's and Sim's teams Codex - used alongside Claude to generate product concept images Productpinion - Matt's shopper testing platform, now with MCP support and draft polls Connect Sim - on LinkedIn (genuine reach-outs answered) Matt - on LinkedIn or via productpinion.com Seller Sessions is the leading podcast for advanced Amazon sellers, hosted by Danny McMillan. Dorian returns next month.

Send us Fan MailThis episode of our “Future of Technology” series features EACCNY members, from Steelforce Packaging:  Davide Padovani, Chief Executive Officer and Isabella Bolivar, Conversion to Metal Manager. Together with Yvonne Bendinger-Rothschild, Executive Director of the EACCNY, they discuss innovations in metal recycling that are shaping the future of metal packaging. Thank you for listening! Please be sure to check us out at www.eaccny.com or email membership@eaccny.com to learn more!

Chloe Sapienza built Telescope Studio on a simple but radical idea: A single well-sourced gift tells more of a brand's story than a bag full of forgettable gifts. Starting from her living room during the pandemic, she grew Telescope into a full-service creative studio—designing, warehousing, and shipping gifts for companies with teams of hundreds—by betting on local makers and the power of intentional design.  For more on Telescope Studio and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

This week: Innovation Forum apparel portfolio lead Niamh Campbell spoke with Julia Kirschner, impact and innovation director at fashion brand Armedangels, in New York recently about how to enable a circular approach at scale in the sector. And Ian Welsh spoke with Eduardo Alvarez, plastics and packaging expert at Dow in Amsterdam earlier this year about what can drive circularity in packaging.  Plus: UK's continued success in cutting single-use plastic bags, EU digital product passport roll-out continues, why off-shore wind farms could help develop new aquatic food supply chains, and new palm oil finance links with deforestation, in the news digest with Babette Pages.  Host: Ian Welsh

Recorded live from Metpack, this episode brings together Brian Talley of Steelforce America and Angelica Papageorgiou, global director of the group's aluminium division, for a candid look at where the steel and aluminium supply chains stand in 2026.Talley sets out the North American picture: a stable but uncertain market, the legacy of Section 232, an inventory overhang in tinplate and cans, and a fresh US trade case on tin mill products from China, Taiwan and Turkey. He also explains the reasoning behind the company's expansion in Los Angeles and four new sales hires, and why he still believes buyers want choice rather than the lowest number.Papageorgiou gives a blunt assessment of the aluminium market. Force majeure at a major Gulf producer has taken more than three million tonnes of primary metal out of circulation, the LME has climbed past $3,600, the Japanese premium has jumped from $190 to $351, and transit times from the UAE to Latin America have stretched to around 90 days. She argues buyers need to stop shopping on price alone and start planning for continuity.The conversation closes on CBAM, recycled content, AI in scrap sorting, and whether the industry tells its own story well enough.

In this episode, Cory Connors talks with Kim Holmes about Oregon's landmark position as the first U.S. state to implement Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging. Kim traces her path into sustainability — from a paralegal detour to a master's in urban studies at Portland State University, through hands-on recycling and waste characterization work with Community Environmental Services — before landing in her current role leading Oregon's CAA team. She breaks down what a producer responsibility organization actually does, how Oregon's "shared responsibility" model differs from other states, and what's driving the buildout of the Recycle On network of drop-off sites across the state.Key Topics Discussed:Kim's career path into recycling and sustainability policyWhat the Circular Action Alliance is and how it supports producer compliance across Oregon, California, Colorado, Maine, Minnesota, and WashingtonOregon's shared responsibility model between producers, local governments, and haulersThe Recycle On brand: public education, outreach, and drop-off collection networkHow producer fees are calculated and why they vary state to stateBuildout of Oregon's 144 planned collection points, including partnerships with transfer stations and Southern Oregon GoodwillMaterials accepted at drop-off centers (film, rigid plastics, foil, shredded paper, glass) versus the curbside systemHow Recycle On differs from Oregon's Bottle Bill deposit systemThe NAW constitutional challenge to Oregon's EPR law and its narrow preliminary injunctionEPR's long track record internationally (Canada, Europe, and beyond) versus its newness in the U.S.Recent wins: roll cart rollouts in The Dalles, new truck deliveries in Southern Oregon, and transportation cost reimbursement for rural communitiesThe Contamination Audit Center and Contamination Reduction Funding mechanismWorking toward a national responsible end-market verification standard with SCS GlobalHow other states are watching Oregon's implementation and where harmonization may emergeResources Mentioned:Recycle On Oregon page Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)SCS GlobalContact:Listeners can learn more about Oregon's EPR programs, find drop-off locations, and get in touch with the Circular Action Alliance team at recycleon.org/oregon.Thank you for tuning in to Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors!Support our Sponsors Learn more here:- 3M- Specright- Forest https://anewearthproject.com/collections/new-earth-approvedConnect with CoryConnect with Cory on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.

Hardly a week goes by without Packaging Strategies reporting on a merger or acquisition in the sector. However, when we want to put packaging M&A into perspective and get a bird's-eye view and understand some of the subtle nuances, we often turn to John Hart, Managing Director of PMCF Investment Banking. He recently sat down with us to discuss packaging M&A so far in 2026.

Don't ever buy the Communist packaging, they are revolutionaries before anything else and will use their positions to push the revolution further. The communist wants it worse. Francesca Hong doesn't want to make life better for her constituents.Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class. Rushion McDonald’s “Keep Winning” #3 – Key Takeaways In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald expands on the concept of value proposition, focusing on how entrepreneurs and professionals can differentiate themselves through customer service, marketing, mentorship, and continuous growth. Top Lessons 1. Understand Your Value Proposition Your value proposition is what makes your talent, product, or company unique. It's the reason people choose you over the competition and the foundation for negotiating better opportunities, raises, and contracts. Rushion uses the example of athletes who fail to recognize their true market value and end up accepting deals that don't reflect their worth. 2. Never Let Age Become an Excuse One of Rushion's recurring themes is that success has no age limit. He encourages listeners to: Keep setting goals. Continue learning. Pursue new opportunities. Avoid believing that life slows down after 40, 50, or 60. Success belongs to those who continue moving forward regardless of age. 3. Market More Than Your Product Two companies may offer similar products, but customer perception can create dramatically different outcomes. Rushion emphasizes that businesses should promote: Customer service Customer experience Reliability Trust Products may attract customers once, but outstanding service keeps them coming back. 4. Choose to Be the Eagle, Not the Chicken One of the episode's most memorable analogies compares an eagle and a chicken. Although both are birds, society views them very differently. The lesson: Eagles soar. Eagles command respect. Eagles fight to maintain their position. Rushion challenges listeners to adopt an eagle mindset by thinking bigger, acting boldly, and pursuing excellence. 5. Seek Mentorship and Guidance Many entrepreneurs fail simply because they try to figure everything out alone. Rushion highlights resources such as: The Small Business Administration (SBA) SCORE mentors Experienced business professionals Mentorship can help entrepreneurs avoid costly mistakes and accelerate growth. 6. Expand the Possibilities of Your Product Rushion shares the story of a pancake mix company whose product evolved from a simple pancake and waffle mix into a unique 3-in-1 product capable of making: Pancakes Waffles Biscuits The lesson is to continually explore new uses and opportunities that can differentiate your product in the marketplace. 7. Packaging Matters A great product alone isn't enough. Using the example of a gourmet popcorn company, Rushion explains that: Product quality matters. Customer service matters. Packaging matters. A product may be excellent, but weak presentation can prevent it from reaching larger retail opportunities. 8. Customer Service Is a Competitive Advantage Across every business example discussed in the episode, one factor remained constant: Excellent customer service. Customers remember: How they were treated. Whether expectations were met. Whether businesses delivered consistently. Strong customer service often becomes a company's most powerful marketing tool. 9. Reliability Builds Trust Rushion emphasizes that success often comes down to honoring commitments. If you say: You open at 8:00 AM, open at 8:00 AM. You will deliver a product, deliver it. You promise service, provide it. Consistency creates credibility. Keep Winning Quote “Market your brand to stand out above the crowd through excellent service, strong presentation, and a commitment to outperforming the competition.” Bottom Line Know your value. Keep learning. Seek mentorship. Expand your thinking. Deliver exceptional customer service. Package your product professionally. And most importantly, choose to soar like the eagle instead of settling like the chicken. That's how you keep winning. #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class. Rushion McDonald’s “Keep Winning” #3 – Key Takeaways In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald expands on the concept of value proposition, focusing on how entrepreneurs and professionals can differentiate themselves through customer service, marketing, mentorship, and continuous growth. Top Lessons 1. Understand Your Value Proposition Your value proposition is what makes your talent, product, or company unique. It's the reason people choose you over the competition and the foundation for negotiating better opportunities, raises, and contracts. Rushion uses the example of athletes who fail to recognize their true market value and end up accepting deals that don't reflect their worth. 2. Never Let Age Become an Excuse One of Rushion's recurring themes is that success has no age limit. He encourages listeners to: Keep setting goals. Continue learning. Pursue new opportunities. Avoid believing that life slows down after 40, 50, or 60. Success belongs to those who continue moving forward regardless of age. 3. Market More Than Your Product Two companies may offer similar products, but customer perception can create dramatically different outcomes. Rushion emphasizes that businesses should promote: Customer service Customer experience Reliability Trust Products may attract customers once, but outstanding service keeps them coming back. 4. Choose to Be the Eagle, Not the Chicken One of the episode's most memorable analogies compares an eagle and a chicken. Although both are birds, society views them very differently. The lesson: Eagles soar. Eagles command respect. Eagles fight to maintain their position. Rushion challenges listeners to adopt an eagle mindset by thinking bigger, acting boldly, and pursuing excellence. 5. Seek Mentorship and Guidance Many entrepreneurs fail simply because they try to figure everything out alone. Rushion highlights resources such as: The Small Business Administration (SBA) SCORE mentors Experienced business professionals Mentorship can help entrepreneurs avoid costly mistakes and accelerate growth. 6. Expand the Possibilities of Your Product Rushion shares the story of a pancake mix company whose product evolved from a simple pancake and waffle mix into a unique 3-in-1 product capable of making: Pancakes Waffles Biscuits The lesson is to continually explore new uses and opportunities that can differentiate your product in the marketplace. 7. Packaging Matters A great product alone isn't enough. Using the example of a gourmet popcorn company, Rushion explains that: Product quality matters. Customer service matters. Packaging matters. A product may be excellent, but weak presentation can prevent it from reaching larger retail opportunities. 8. Customer Service Is a Competitive Advantage Across every business example discussed in the episode, one factor remained constant: Excellent customer service. Customers remember: How they were treated. Whether expectations were met. Whether businesses delivered consistently. Strong customer service often becomes a company's most powerful marketing tool. 9. Reliability Builds Trust Rushion emphasizes that success often comes down to honoring commitments. If you say: You open at 8:00 AM, open at 8:00 AM. You will deliver a product, deliver it. You promise service, provide it. Consistency creates credibility. Keep Winning Quote “Market your brand to stand out above the crowd through excellent service, strong presentation, and a commitment to outperforming the competition.” Bottom Line Know your value. Keep learning. Seek mentorship. Expand your thinking. Deliver exceptional customer service. Package your product professionally. And most importantly, choose to soar like the eagle instead of settling like the chicken. That's how you keep winning. #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class. Rushion McDonald’s “Keep Winning” #3 – Key Takeaways In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald expands on the concept of value proposition, focusing on how entrepreneurs and professionals can differentiate themselves through customer service, marketing, mentorship, and continuous growth. Top Lessons 1. Understand Your Value Proposition Your value proposition is what makes your talent, product, or company unique. It's the reason people choose you over the competition and the foundation for negotiating better opportunities, raises, and contracts. Rushion uses the example of athletes who fail to recognize their true market value and end up accepting deals that don't reflect their worth. 2. Never Let Age Become an Excuse One of Rushion's recurring themes is that success has no age limit. He encourages listeners to: Keep setting goals. Continue learning. Pursue new opportunities. Avoid believing that life slows down after 40, 50, or 60. Success belongs to those who continue moving forward regardless of age. 3. Market More Than Your Product Two companies may offer similar products, but customer perception can create dramatically different outcomes. Rushion emphasizes that businesses should promote: Customer service Customer experience Reliability Trust Products may attract customers once, but outstanding service keeps them coming back. 4. Choose to Be the Eagle, Not the Chicken One of the episode's most memorable analogies compares an eagle and a chicken. Although both are birds, society views them very differently. The lesson: Eagles soar. Eagles command respect. Eagles fight to maintain their position. Rushion challenges listeners to adopt an eagle mindset by thinking bigger, acting boldly, and pursuing excellence. 5. Seek Mentorship and Guidance Many entrepreneurs fail simply because they try to figure everything out alone. Rushion highlights resources such as: The Small Business Administration (SBA) SCORE mentors Experienced business professionals Mentorship can help entrepreneurs avoid costly mistakes and accelerate growth. 6. Expand the Possibilities of Your Product Rushion shares the story of a pancake mix company whose product evolved from a simple pancake and waffle mix into a unique 3-in-1 product capable of making: Pancakes Waffles Biscuits The lesson is to continually explore new uses and opportunities that can differentiate your product in the marketplace. 7. Packaging Matters A great product alone isn't enough. Using the example of a gourmet popcorn company, Rushion explains that: Product quality matters. Customer service matters. Packaging matters. A product may be excellent, but weak presentation can prevent it from reaching larger retail opportunities. 8. Customer Service Is a Competitive Advantage Across every business example discussed in the episode, one factor remained constant: Excellent customer service. Customers remember: How they were treated. Whether expectations were met. Whether businesses delivered consistently. Strong customer service often becomes a company's most powerful marketing tool. 9. Reliability Builds Trust Rushion emphasizes that success often comes down to honoring commitments. If you say: You open at 8:00 AM, open at 8:00 AM. You will deliver a product, deliver it. You promise service, provide it. Consistency creates credibility. Keep Winning Quote “Market your brand to stand out above the crowd through excellent service, strong presentation, and a commitment to outperforming the competition.” Bottom Line Know your value. Keep learning. Seek mentorship. Expand your thinking. Deliver exceptional customer service. Package your product professionally. And most importantly, choose to soar like the eagle instead of settling like the chicken. That's how you keep winning. #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Retail War Games, Jeremy sits down with Mordy Kurtz, CMO of The Boxery, to discuss the evolution of e-commerce packaging and unboxing experiences. Mordy breaks down the massive shift toward eco-friendly and biodegradable materials—from corn-based tape to paper protective void fills—and how sustainable packaging directly impacts brand perception. He also shares how brands can leverage custom structural designs and tailored inserts to protect complex products and create a lasting impression.  

In this Sustainable Wine Roundtable Member Interview podcast, I'm joined by Vincent O'Brien, managing director at Octavian, a UK-based fine wine storage company.  As the long-term custodian of many fine wines shortly after their release, the team at Octavian has a unique perspective on the journey a case of wine takes before it enters the cellar. We begin by discussing what sustainability looks like at Octavian before turning to packaging. Packaging is a major focus area for SWR, and it's usually discussed on the podcast from the producer and retailer point of view. In this episode, Vincent shares the fine wine storage perspective, explaining why packaging is important from both a functionality and sustainability standpoint, and how current packaging trends are creating new challenges for the long-term storage of fine wine.

Ibrahim investigates a long established labelling and packaging business. The catch? It's in the USA and almost everything it handles comes from away. Stamp your passport for a first-class trip to Tariff City where we will explore just how uncertain this business can be when we have no track record of pricing or demand with these new costs slapped onto the value chain. **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

Nick Paget from Meadow is back on the podcast to talk through its SleeveLock Dispenser System, a wall-mounted version of the company's beverage can refill system aimed at hotels.He explains why it locks to the wall, why Meadow tested it with housekeepers and hotel managers rather than guests, and how that produced a changeover time of around 20 seconds with no spillage or contamination. We also discuss recycling. Nick argues waste is a design problem for brands and retailers rather than something consumers should be asked to solve at extra cost or inconvenience. He also covers working with Ball, Novelis and DRT, why Meadow never leads on sustainability, and what comes next for the company that is passionate about invention.

Thanks to SoFi for sponsoring this episode! Looking for funding to help grow your business? Get started at SoFi.com/Codie. #SoFiPartner #ad My new book, Own Or Be Owned, is all about building a business so good it doesn't need you. More profit, less pain. It's out September 18, grab your ticket to the launch event here: https://contrarianthinking.biz/oobo_bigdeal - cs You've been telling yourself the same story. That you need more resources to start. That you need the perfect plan before you move. That one viral hit will solve everything. Here's the truth: the reason you're not where you want to be isn't because you haven't found the right thing. It's because you keep quitting before it compounds. Dhar Mann is one of the most watched creators on the internet, generating over 80 billion lifetime views and earning $65 million last year. But in 2013, he was broke, depressed, and two weeks from eviction. In this episode, he breaks down the exact frameworks that took him from rock bottom to building a 200 person content empire, why failure isn't the opposite of success but actually part of it, and the four P system that turns ideas into millions of views. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your struggle becomes your greatest superpower and how the depth of your suffering defines the height of your joy, and why broken clay pots put together with gold are more beautiful than perfect ones The four P framework: pre-testing, packaging, pitch, and post-production, and why spending $10 on Facebook tests before you ever hit record is the difference between viral content and wasted effort Why it's harder to make your first $1,000 than your first million and how success begets success once you identify the patterns that actually work The HEART acronym: Honor your audience, Earn their trust, Architect a system, Reach hearts, and Turn views into impact, and how this philosophy builds companies not just content The green lighting ratio: how Dhar Mann tests 10 ideas to get 1 that goes live and why failing fast and cheap gives you the runway to succeed where expensive bets kill you on the first try ___________ (00:00:00) Introduction: From Rock Bottom to 65 Million Dollars a Year (00:01:26) Failure Is a Chapter, Not Your Entire Story (00:04:08) The Stockdale Paradox: Accept Where You Are and Keep Fighting (00:05:26) Your Greatest Struggle Becomes Your Greatest Superpower (00:08:25) Kintsugi: The Japanese Art of Being Beautifully Broken (00:10:27) It's Harder to Make Your First Thousand Than Your First Million (00:14:27) The HEART Framework: Honor, Earn, Architect, Reach, Turn (00:17:27) The Four Ps: Pre-Test, Package, Pitch, Post-Production (00:19:01) Pre-Testing Everything: The Ten Dollar Facebook Test That Saves Millions (00:20:21) Packaging and Pitch: Deliver on the Promise in 30 Seconds or Die (00:23:12) Post-Production Is Where the Magic Happens: Three Times the Effort (00:25:20) Quantity vs Quality: The Birkin Bag vs McDonald's Debate (00:28:16) People and Processes: How to Scale Without Losing Your Soul (00:31:36) The Six Minute Mile Analogy: You Can't See the Breakthrough Coming (00:34:50) From One Employee to 200: The Year by Year Scaling Blueprint (00:36:17) Outsource or Build In-House: The Caruso and Hermes Test (00:40:19) Your Product Is Your Team: The Boeing Lawn Furniture Story (00:41:50) Failure Is Collecting Gems: The Ray Dalio Video Game Principle (00:43:15) Your Excuse Is Somebody Else's Reason Why (00:44:01) The Muscular Dad Story: Breaking Down a Viral Concept in Real Time (00:49:37) The Green Lighting Ratio: From 10 Ideas to One Final Video (00:56:16) It Took Me 100 Videos to Go Viral: What If I Quit on Number 99? (00:58:01) Start Scrappy or Die: The 600 Dollar Bank Account That Built an Empire (01:01:10) The Three Steps to Becoming the First Millionaire in Your Family (01:03:17) Stop Trying to Look Rich Before You Actually Are Rich (01:04:27) The Biggest Sacrifice: When Your Daughter Says She Doesn't Want a Big House Anymore (01:06:45) People's Opinions Don't Matter: The Ones Judging Are Too Afraid to Try (01:07:28) Do You Quit Too Early or Stay Too Long? The Purpose Alignment Test (01:08:54) Always Listen to Your Gut: God Put a Compass Inside You ___________ MORE FROM BIGDEAL

Are you tired of feeling helpless about our growing global garbage crisis? Host Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Tom Szaky, the visionary founder and CEO of TerraCycle and Loop, to discuss why we must start Rethinking Waste. Szaky explains how his companies are transforming hard-to-recycle items, like cigarette butts and dirty diapers, into valuable resources. They unpack how the modern concept of disposability has failed us and why a circular economy is the target for sustainable social impact. You'll discover how the chess pieces of business and policy must align to drive scalable, real-world change. This eye-opening discussion will challenge you to reconsider everything you buy and throw away. COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT: https://caremorebebetter.com/nature-has-no-concept-of-waste-tom-szaky-on-terracycle-loop-eliminating-disposability/ About Guest: Tom Szaky is founder and CEO of TerraCycle, a global leader in the collection and repurposing of complex waste streams. TerraCycle operates in 20 countries, working with some of the world's largest brands, retailers and manufacturers to create national platforms to recycle products and packaging that otherwise go to landfill or incineration. It also created a new circular reuse platform called Loop that enables consumers to purchase products in reusable packaging. Tom and TerraCycle have received hundreds of awards and recognition from organizations including the United Nations, World Economic Forum, Fortune Magazine and U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Tom is the author of four books, Revolution in a Bottle, Outsmart Waste, Make Garbage Great and The Future of Packaging. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomszaky/ Guest Website: https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/ Additional Resources Mentioned: BOOK: Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation: https://amzn.to/4gwCXIE BOOK: Carbon: The Book of Life: https://amzn.to/4kQi9xL Time Stamps: 00:58 00:00 - Why True Change Starts With Natural Capitalism 05:10 02:45 - The Hidden Cost Of An Unsexy Utility 08:11 05:30 - Flipping The Economics Of Trash On Its Head 07:37 09:40 - Surviving The Scrutiny Of The System 13:18 13:15 - The Logistics Of Sorting The Unsortable 34:36 17:50 - Designing For Reuse In A Convenient World 52:16 23:20 - Democratizing Capital For A Cleaner Future BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER: Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. We screamed past our goal of planting 20,000 trees thanks to subscribers like you! CAUSE PARTNER: If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Morris scabs again while Jason is away and the gang talk about modern television hits that aren't making a lasting impact, prostetic buttholes, the start of World War I, and when to let that Mountain Dew go. Our Top 5 is fictional characters we'd invite to a dinner party. This episode is sponsored by the Cincinnati Comic Expo.

Thank you for joining us for another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm. Today Roger Knecht and Brian Mayoral, Co-Founder and CEO of Sell Up, explore how accounting professionals can create the ideal sales package for their services. Discover how niching, effective sales systems, and shifting from features to benefits can help you scale your firm with easy to implement sales strategies. In This Episode: 00:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:02:10 Redefining the Meaning of Sales 00:07:54 Mentorship and Personal Growth 00:13:01 Common Sales Pitfalls for Accountants 00:19:58 Packaging and Selling Value 00:27:10 Strategies for High-Value Sales 00:36:11 Closing Thoughts and Final Advice Key Takeaways: Define an ideal customer profile to move away from the "jack of all trades" trap and increase your firm's repeatability. Prioritize "bennies" (benefits) over features to communicate the actual value of your services to business owners. Implement a structured sales process that builds trust and uses both logic and emotion to drive faster client decisions. Avoid the "Grand Slam" mentality by using a value ladder to offer smaller, high-impact services first. Featured Quotes: "Sales is believing in someone's highest potential, not in their current circumstances." — Brian Mayoral "The best sales techniques rarely beat the person who truly believes in their product or service." — Brian Mayoral "Sales isn't coercive; it's a collaborative decision that betters a situation." — Roger Knecht Conclusion: Thank you for joining us for another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Roger Knecht. For more information on how you can establish your own accounting firm and take control of your time and income, call 435-344-2060 or schedule an appointment to connect with Roger's team here. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Offers: Helping accounting professionals confidently and Increase profit by 30%  - Convert more high-paying clients upfront without more hours   Book you no cost offer review at wesellup.com/schedule competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Special Offers for our Podcast Listeners, CLICK HERE to take advantage of them today! Remember this: Accounting Success IS Universal. Be sure to listen to our next episode and subscribe.   Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have.  We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback   For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your bookkeeping, accounting, & tax business, please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 801-265-3777.  And know that if it's about accounting, it's Universal.

This week Dr. Gregg Mays tackles the controversial topic of women preachers. He believes that we get so focused on who is speaking that we forget to learn from what they are speaking. Foundation Scripture: Numbers 22:21-34How can Agape Leaders serve you?   Please find us at:         Website:  http://www.agapeleaders.org/    LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregg-mays/      Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/agapeleaders.org      Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agapeleaders10/ Bible Break With Agape Leaders: http://www.agapeleaders.org/daily-devotionTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greggmays            YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCmM7ETR652mLtDSKSjda-pwGet Your Copy of the A Word Wednesday Devotion: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=A+Word+Wednesday+Devotion&ref=nav_bb_sbRead Dr. Mays' book Practical Leadership: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=practical+leadership+lessons+from+an+average+leader&crid=259U5RNS5J5W5&sprefix=Practical+Leadership%2Caps%2C102&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_4_20 Give to ALCFM: http://www.agapeleaders.org/store/p15/Agape_Leaders_Christian_Fellowship_Ministry_Support.html

Unleashed: The Political News Hour with Chris Cordani – Communism returns under softer labels, promising fairness while advancing centralized control over property, speech, education, and wealth. The discussion examines historical amnesia, ideological subversion, foreign influence, constitutional protections, and the human cost of regimes that replace liberty with censorship, coercion, privilege, and state tyranny today...

The so-called Franken-Can committed a litany of sins according to the Australians who nominated it for the Unpackit Awards.

In a crowded market, copying products has become effortless. Herman Scheer cofounder John Scheer explains why building a strong, clear brand is an entrepreneur's last line of defense. By rooting messaging in human truth and optimizing copy for AI search tools, he reveals how modern businesses can carve out lasting market moats that drive long-term value. For more on Herman Scheer, in show notes, click here. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Send us Fan MailGet vidIQ Boost for an exclusive price! https://vidiq.com/podcastWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video: https://youtu.be/_kUOrWhNynwWe talk with architecture professor and YouTube creator Stuart Hicks about how he earns nearly 100 million views with fewer than 160 videos by treating packaging, pacing, and audience framing as part of the craft. We unpack the unhealthy side of analytics, how to use comments without taking them personally, and the simple tests Stuart uses to make niche topics feel irresistible. • translating teaching skills into clear educational YouTube videos • avoiding lecture habits that hurt retention and watch time • using YouTube analytics without confusing data for self-worth • reading the comment section for assumed knowledge and tone • setting a sustainable upload cadence for high-effort production • choosing topics with a cause and effect gap • improving click-through rate with better titles and thumbnails • running substitution tests to beat niche apathy • evolving a distinctive 3D thumbnail style with more control • deciding whether to stay part time or go full time as a creator Feel free to hit that subscribe button. Make sure you check them out. 

Nicole Malachowski flew F-15Es in combat, led the Thunderbirds, and advised the White House over a 21-year Air Force career, and her take on leadership isn't what you'd expect. She joins the pod and breaks down why vulnerability, not authority, builds high-performing teams, and how to lead people through constant change. Catch her full keynote at the Packaging and Processing Women's Leadership Network (PPWLN) Breakfast at PACK EXPO International this October.  packexpointernational.com/pod See more innovation in packaging and processing at PACK EXPO International than anywhere else! It's the show that defines where the industry is headed, with the solutions that define where your business can go. Discover state-of-the-art packaging technology, processing equipment, new materials, sustainable solutions, supply chain resources and more. You'll walk away with innovative solutions to challenges, big and small. Register at packexpointernational.com.Register for PACK EXPO International today!

With the Giants 16-games under .500 and lackluster performance, it's clear that something needs to change as the team grapples with decision to move on from players.Greg and JD touch on the idea of packaging players like Logan Webb and Matt Chapman to get the best deal possible deal, but is this strategy realistic, or will teams be unwilling to take on the contracts and risk? We ask Susan Slusser after another loss in KC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#997 Ever wondered what it really takes to get your product off a folding table and onto the shelves of Walmart, Costco, or Target? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with retail expert Jay Yung, founder of Evergreen Retail Solutions, to break down the real path from farmer's market tables to national store shelves. Jay shares how he went from running a surf shop in Hawaii to managing hundreds of millions in inventory at Walmart, and now uses that experience to help brands scale through smart pricing, packaging, supply chain strategy, and retail partnerships. From navigating buyer expectations to avoiding costly mistakes in inventory and margins, Jay explains what separates products that land big-box deals from those that quietly disappear. Whether you have a product in early development or you're already selling online, this episode is a masterclass in getting retail-ready and scaling responsibly! (Original Air Date - 11/13/25) What we discuss with Jay: + From surf shop to Walmart + Inside Walmart's toy department + What retailers look for in products + Packaging as a sales driver + Avoiding costly inventory mistakes + How to spot a winning product + When to pursue big-box retailers + Why local markets matter first + Importance of margins and terms + Staying on-brand to scale Thank you, Jay! Check out Evergreen Retail Solutions at ⁠Evergreen-RS.com⁠. Follow Jay on ⁠LinkedIn⁠. Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠video podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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​We discussed a few things including: 1. Tom's entrepreneurial journey 2. The 25 year TerraCycle growth story 3. Lessons Learned 4. Future vision for the company 5. Outlook for the recyclables industry Tom Szaky is founder and CEO of TerraCycle, an international leader in recycling, recycled content, and reuse. TerraCycle operates in 18 countries, working with some of the world's largest brands, retailers, and other stakeholders to create national platforms to recycle products and packaging that otherwise go to landfill or incineration. Szaky and TerraCycle also created Loop, the circular reuse platform that enables consumers to purchase products in reusable packaging. Tom and TerraCycle have received hundreds of awards and recognition from organizations including the United Nations, World Economic Forum, Fortune Magazine and U.S. Chamber of Commerce.  Tom is the author of four books, Revolution in a Bottle, Outsmart Waste, Make Garbage Great and The Future of Packaging. #podcast #AFewThingsPodcast

Three takeaways from my conversation with Jason Wong, CEO of Paking Duck: 1. Your packaging is already making decisions for your customers before they touch your product. 2. The best salespeople don't close. They let customers close themselves. 3. AI should be a co-pilot, not a replacement. What's one area in your business where AI could take something off your plate? Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Jason Wong: Website: https://www.pakingduck.com/    *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

Episode SummaryIn this episode of the People of Packaging Podcast, host Adam Peek sits down with Adam Page, VP of Reports at Smithers, to dive deep into the world of packaging market research. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Adam Page shares valuable insights on why true market intelligence requires human expertise, the limitations of relying solely on AI, and how rapid changes in e-commerce and sustainability regulations are reshaping the packaging landscape.Key Takeaways & Timestamps* 01:40 – Global Footprint: Discover where Smithers is located—spanning London, Akron (Ohio), and Suzhou (China)—and their legacy stemming from PIRA (Printing Industry Research Association).* 02:50 – The Hogwarts Debate: A quick detour into the magical world of Harry Potter. Is it Gryffindor or Hufflepuff? * 04:45 – The Real Value of Human Research: Why desk research and AI aren't enough. Adam explains the art of “triangulating” data from multiple industry stakeholders to uncover the real truth.* 06:30 – The Paradox of the Consumer: Consumers say they want sustainability, but they also want it cheap and delivered to their doorstep in 24 hours. How do brands navigate these conflicting demands? * 10:40 – E-Commerce & Corrugated Trends: How the rise of AI-driven “right-sizing” packaging technology at companies like Amazon is actually shifting corrugated volume demand.* 11:50 – The PCR Crunch: Major brands have massive goals for Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content, but the global recycling infrastructure can't keep up with the demand. Where will the material come from?Notable Quotes“AI is wonderful for problems that have already been solved and already understood... But when you're trying something that is unknown, where there are ambiguities and uncertainties, AI falls into the mistake of being too certain about its answer.”— Adam Page, Smithers##

In this episode, David Parrillo, Ph.D., vice president of research & development for Dow's Packaging & Specialty Plastics division, and Rob Douglas, chief engineer for planning and scheduling at the Space Telescope Science Institute, explore what allyship in engineering looks like — beyond the basics. Interviewed by Laurie Shuster, editor-in-chief of SWE Magazine, they discuss why mentorship isn't enough and what leaders can do to build workplaces where opportunity is built into the system rather than left to chance. Learn Rob's framework for growing from ally to mentor, coach, sponsor, and ultimately champion, and hear how David championed structured programs within Dow that created more equitable opportunities for engineers. Plus, explore practical ways to recognize bias, advocate for others when they're not in the room, and create more inclusive engineering teams. — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting nearly 45,000 members of all genders spanning 90+ countries. We are the world's largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.

Welcome to Nerd Alert, a series of special episodes bridging the gap between marketing academia and practitioners. We're breaking down highly involved, complex research into plain language and takeaways any marketer can use. In this episode, Elena and Rob explore why packaging redesigns so often backfire, and what actually drives shoppers to pick a product off the shelf. Topics covered: [01:21] "The Packaging Redesign Modernization Dilemma" [03:06] Why redesigns are an expensive, common gamble [05:35] Does looking more modern actually boost sales? [06:17] Why familiarity beats likability at the shelf [07:31] When a redesign makes sense, and when it doesn't To learn more, visit marketingarchitects.com/podcast or subscribe to our newsletter at marketingarchitects.com/newsletter.Resources:  Caruso, W., Romaniuk, J., Page, B., & colleagues. (2026). The packaging redesign modernisation dilemma: The relationship with familiarity, likeability, and its effect on purchase intent. Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services. Get more research-backed marketing strategies by subscribing to The Marketing Architects on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Your packaging may be costing you sales, attention, and margin before a customer even tries your product. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Jason Wong, Founder and CEO of Paking Duck, who discusses his transition from selling products to manufacturing custom packaging for consumer brands. He explains how factory-direct production, e-commerce experience, and attention to design details can help brands improve packaging quality while reducing costs. Jason also shares how packaging can support social media marketing, strengthen the customer experience, and help growing brands prepare for retail scale. Key Takeaways:→ Packaging can influence marketing performance. → Better packaging can enhance product presentation.→ Packaging should enhance the unboxing experience.→ Strong design details can increase perceived value. → Factory-direct sourcing can reduce packaging costs. Jason Wong is an operator with a background spanning growth marketing, operations, and manufacturing. He is the CEO and founder of Pughaus, a holding company for a portfolio of consumer brands and supply chain service providers. Under the Pughaus umbrella, Jason launched Saucy, a full-service sourcing and logistics firm that helps brands identify the right supply-chain partners and drive cost efficiencies. In 2023, he introduced Paking Duck, Saucy's packaging manufacturing arm, delivering factory-direct pricing and production solutions tailored to emerging brands. Jason's CPG investments focus on backing category challengers led by AAPI founders. Notable investments include Doe Lashes, Fly by Jing, Nectar Hard Seltzer, Kaja Beauty, and Awkward Essentials. He has also invested in e-commerce martech companies, including Triple Whale, Postscript, Skio, Icon, Octane AI, Siena CX, Social Snowball (acquired), and Lyvecom (acquired). Connect With Jason:Website: https://www.pug.haus/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pugTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pugX: https://x.com/eggroli

The only people that can truly advocate for the people ARE the people. The President's words are being changed by the media to fit their narrative. We seem to need martyrs, so thank you Tina Peters. Never relinquish your own thought process. Every day we should ask ourselves what we can do to help our country. A J6 miniseries is under consideration. Collective unity under one symbol is very powerful. The Goddess Columbia was worshiped. If Chy-nah messes with out elections, we may make other plans. The CCP is funding most of the anti-Trump opposition. Our President is surrounded by losers and grifters. Why do we still listen to influencers? Our trip to Guatemala was to showcase child trafficking. MSM thinks it's narratives that matter, not facts. How does your tracking data help them? Buying brand names could tag you. Evil will come wearing our own smiling face. Packaging is the entire game. Selling kindness for spying. SCOTUS has power because the people believe in it. That could change because ignorance is a choice. The next 250 years will be at least as hard as the last. It's still a young and incredible Republic. Let us all work hard to keep it.

Ebook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AUsxg05dXkKFeAa64kC0u16XynnSx68o/view?usp=drive_link Episode Description: Every peptide conversation right now is about GLP-1 drugs, BPC-157, and TB-500. Nobody is talking about the one with 50 years of published research that your body is already making and losing as you age. GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring tripeptide that declines by 60% between the ages of 20 and 60. That decline tracks directly with the loss of skin elasticity, slower wound healing, thinning hair, reduced collagen production, and rising inflammation. In randomized controlled trials it has outperformed Rogaine for hair growth, shown a 55% reduction in visible wrinkles, and been documented to positively affect the expression of over 4,000 human genes. Dr. G calls it his favorite peptide, and his partner uses it on her face every day. In this episode, you will learn:  • How GHK-Cu works as a copper delivery vehicle at the cellular level, why it modulates gene expression across 31% of the human genome, and what that means for tissue repair, inflammation, and biological aging  • The head to head randomized controlled trial where GHK-Cu outperformed minoxidil for hair count, follicle size, and the active growth phase of the hair cycle  • Exactly what to look for when buying GHK-Cu cream, why the peptide is chemically fragile, what packaging and pH range to require, and the red flags that tell you to walk away from a product Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:44 - What GHK-CU Actually Is and How It Was First Discovered in 1973 3:10 - Why a 60% Decline in GHK-CU Between Ages 20 and 60 Tracks Directly With Aging 4:40 - What Makes GHK-CU Different From Every Other Popular Peptide 6:00 - How It Stimulates Collagen, Elastin & the Extracellular Matrix 7:15 - The Human Trial Showing a 51% Increase in Collagen Density From Topical Application 8:00 - The 4,000 Genes GHK-CU Affects (And What the Broad Institute Found) 9:30 - Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Why This Matters for Biological Aging 10:30 - Wound Healing, Angiogenesis & Tissue Repair Across Skin, Bone, Gut and Liver 11:30 - The 2022 RCT: 55.7% Reduction in Visible Wrinkles After 12 Weeks 12:30 - Hair Growth: Outperforming Minoxidil in a Head-to-Head Randomized Trial 14:30 - Why the Lower Dose (50mg/ml) Outperformed the Higher Dose 15:30 - Safety Profile, Contraindications & the "Copper Uglies" Explained 17:00 - How to Buy GHK-CU: Concentration, Packaging, pH & What to Avoid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beauty packaging is one of the most expensive mistakes an indie brand founder can make. And yet most brands still treat it as an afterthought. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier unpicks why leaving packaging decisions to the last minute costs brands far more than money, and why some of the most well-intentioned choices, from dark violet glass to biopolymers made from sugarcane, may not be as lower-impact as they appear. If you've ever chosen your packaging based on how it looks rather than what happens to it when it's empty, this episode is for you. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram