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Packaging Today Show

The Packaging Today Show

Every week we dive deep into the latest packaging news and explain how it will impact your business. We make the boring task of hunting down the latest in packaging fun, and by "we" we mean: Evelio Mattos, host of Packaging Unboxd Adam Peek, host of People of Packaging Cory Connors, host of Sustainable Packaging podcast

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00:31:07

IKEA Ditches Its Plastic Bags & Maine Changes EPR

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/30

Today on the Packaging Today Show, we’re diving into two massive shifts in the world of packaging—one corporate, one legislative—and what they signal for your next packaging move.🧰 Segment 1: IKEA’s Tiny Bag, Big ImpactYou’ve probably never thought twice about the little plastic baggie of bolts and screws in your IKEA furniture box—until now. IKEA is replacing those fitting bags with paper-based alternatives made from wood production waste. Sounds simple, right? But this change could cut 1,400 tons

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00:20:49

Bones Coffee Company / Pack of the Week!

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/27

It’s Friday, which means it’s time for Pack of the Week on the Packaging Today Show. Today we crack open the wildly illustrative, brand-extending, and licensing-heavy coffee packaging from Bones Coffee Company.From Star Wars to SpongeBob to mint-chocolate aliens, these packs are more than just loud—they're a masterclass in storytelling and shelf disruption. But is all this surface-level charm hiding some missed opportunities in material choices and sustainable decisions?🎯 In this episode:How

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00:30:17

Can We Solve It with SmartSolve

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/25

In today’s episode of Packaging Today Show, we hit the aisle and the inbox.First, we’re breaking down real packaging pulled from the shelf—what nailed it, what failed it, and what we’d change to make it stand out. Then it’s time for everyone’s favorite packaging game show: Can We Solve It?Listeners submit their real-world packaging problems, and if we can’t crack it live on the show, they win the coveted “Packaging Is My Love Language” T-shirt. Spoiler: today’s question stumps us in the best

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00:29:53

Microplastics - Real Talk

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/24

You won’t believe how much plastic you eat every single day—no, really. In this episode of Packaging Today, we break down two groundbreaking studies exposing the micro- and nanoplastics that contaminate your food through normal packaging use.From chopping boards to bottle caps, deli wraps to canned fish—plastic is shedding into our meals more than ever. But what’s really new here? And how does it compare to everything we’ve already feared?We’ll discuss:New research from the Food Packaging Forum and

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00:28:25

Storytelling in Package Design

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/23

In today’s episode of Packaging Today, we’re mixing a bit of news, innovation, and viewer-submitted design to give you a full spectrum of what’s hot—and what’s maybe not—in packaging.Breaking News — State-Level EPR Laws Are HereWe dig into the Food Safety Magazine article detailing the rollout of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws across California, Maine, Washington, and beyond. These new rules could hit every link of the food and beverage supply chain, from brand owners to importers. But

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00:26:00

Pack of the Week: One Trick Pony Peanut Butter

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/23

It’s Friday, and that means it’s time for Pack of the Week—where we break down the smartest, sharpest, and most surprising packaging on shelves right now.Today, we’re diving into the women-owned brand One Trick Pony and their brilliantly inverted peanut butter jars. This isn’t just cute packaging — it’s a functional redesign that solves a major consumer frustration: oil separation in natural nut butters.We break down:The design thinking behind the upside-down jar and leak-proof lidHow it improves

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00:28:58

Juneteenth Packaging Today Show

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/23

incredible Black-owned packaging companies shaping the future of our industry.From materials innovation to luxury brand packaging, these founders and creatives aren’t just breaking barriers — they’re building new standards. We highlight the businesses you need to know, the design leaders you should be following, and the real challenges Black entrepreneurs still face in this space — from funding to visibility to access to major retail accounts.In this episode, we’ll cover:The rise of Black-owned

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00:28:33

What’s Happening in Packaging Today?

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/23

Today on The Packaging Today Show, we’re covering the stories, trends, and insights shaping the packaging world right now. From material innovations and legislation shake-ups to branding wins and design fails, we’re unpacking it all.We’ll cover:The latest industry headlines you actually need to knowDesign trends worth stealing (or avoiding)New materials making waves in sustainabilitySmart takes on dumb packagingYour questions and hot takes from the communityThis is your daily dose of packaging news,

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00:28:51

The Lie About Sustainable Packaging

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/23

Do consumers actually care about sustainable packaging? Or are we all just playing along while everyone shops by price?Today on The Packaging Today Show, we’re diving into real 2025 consumer data from McKinsey to unpack the uncomfortable truth about sustainability, design, and buying behavior.Here are the 3 surprising truths we’re covering:🧨 1. Price Always WinsOver 70% of U.S. consumers rank price and quality above environmental impact when making purchase decisions. For the lower and middle

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00:29:22

Molded Fiber Packaging: Hype or the Future?

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/16

Get into the gritty (and pulpy) world of molded fiber packaging — the material that’s everywhere from Apple boxes to takeout trays. It looks sustainable, it feels premium, but is it actually better for the planet and your bottom line?We break it all down:The Types of molded fiber:Dry-press / Hot-press: smooth, sharp edges, used in high-end consumer electronicsOne-sided tooling: cheaper, more industrial (think egg cartons)Thick-wall: durable, rough finish, often used in protective shippingTransfer

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00:24:33

Texas vs. Twinkies: The Label Law That Could Change...

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/05

In this episode, we delve into Texas Senate Bill 25—a groundbreaking piece of legislation that could redefine food labeling across the United States. If enacted, this law would mandate warning labels on popular processed foods like Doritos, Twinkies, and Gatorade, stating they are "not recommended for human consumption" due to certain ingredients banned in countries like Australia, Canada, the UK, and the EU.Join us as we unpack the implications of SB 25 on the food industry, consumer

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00:26:48

Reviewing Listener's Packaging Design Live: Hot Honey

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/06/02

Welcome to the very first episode of Viewer Pack Review!In this premiere, Adam, Cory, and Evelio dig into a spicy little number—a Hot Honey brand clearly sweet on a certain public domain bear. 🐻🍯🔥We’re talking about a packaging design that mixes chili heat with childhood nostalgia, complete with a plaid-shirted bear swinging a honey dipper like a branding weapon. But does the packaging hit the right notes—or just cling to an expired copyright?In this episode, the guys break down:Where this pack

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00:27:34

Small Business Packaging Design Tips (for BIG IMPACT)

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/05/29

Learn the Packaging Design Process for Small Businesses | Three Tree Tarot Packaging BreakdownIn this episode of Packaging Today, we break down the real-world packaging of Three Tree Tarot, a UK-based small business shipping eco-friendly tarot decks around the world. 🎴🌍From sustainable packaging materials to tertiary packaging choices, we dive into the details every small business owner and creative needs to hear when designing packaging from scratch. You’ll learn:✅ How to design packaging that

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00:23:34

Is Recyclable Better than Compostable? Latest EPR...

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/05/27

the audience asks is their new recyclable packaging better than their olfactory compostable packaging, what are the newest states with EPR laws, how EPR laws impact your business, an EPR masterclass on Oregon, Colorado, and what questions you should be asking of your packaging. Plus, get insights into the new packaging segment called Can We Solve It, where you ask questions and if you stump us you get a shirt. Join us and play every Wednesday for your chance to win a shirt that you stumped us.

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00:20:22

Margin vs Mark-up, what's the difference?

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/05/21

Let’s clear up one of the most misunderstood concepts in packaging purchasing: margin vs. mark-up. They're not interchangeable, and if you’re not fluent in the difference, you’re probably leaving money or sustainability on the table.In this episode, we break down:The real difference between margin and mark-up (yes, math is involved, but we keep it human).How this impacts your packaging costs, supply chain negotiations, and perceived value.Why understanding both is essential if you want to

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00:29:28

Greenwashing or SustainaBULL?

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/05/19

Is this can saving the ocean… or just muddying the truth?In this episode of Packaging Today Show, we crack open the controversy around a beverage claiming to “remove 2x plastic bottles from our oceans.” Is it bold environmental action—or greenwashing dressed in aluminum?We bring the receipts from both camps:🟢 Supporters say: • The brand partners with Seven Clean Seas, a legit cleanup org. • They ditch plastic for aluminum and glass—real change, not lip service. • Every can funds plastic removal

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00:31:17

Worst Sustainable Packaging - Packaging Today Show

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/05/05

the five biggest sustainability misfires still lurking on retail shelves. In today’s Packaging Today Show, Cory Connors, Adam Peek, and Evelio Mattos rip open real‑world examples of packaging done wrong—then map out smarter moves you can steal.The Line‑Up of Least‑Sustainable OffendersPringles® composite can – triple‑layer mash‑up of paperboard, metal, and plastic that wrecks most recycling lines.K‑Cup® single‑serve coffee pods – tiny PP capsules fused with aluminum lids and paper filters:

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00:16:39

Brooklynn Beer x CopenHell Collab Packaging Review

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/05/02

Evelio, Cory, and Adam breakdown the latest Brooklyn Beer x CopenHell Metal Fest collab beer packaging. DEsign, production, materials, and the enefits of limited edition packaging to boost your brand in new audiences.Join us every weekday Live on Youtube and LinkedIn at 7:30am PST to discuss the latest in Packaging.

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00:23:20

Kind Bar's New Packaging - Sustainability Win or...

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/05/01

KIND just scrapped the see-through wrapper that built its empire. Is swapping plastic windows for paper genius sustainability—or a fatal blow to shelf appeal? Let’s unwrap the truth.If you’re a packaging designer, structural engineer, brand manager, or sustainability lead looking to level-up your sustainable packaging design game, this episode is a masterclass in real-world decision-making:Material science deep-dive—from multi-layer OPP/PE films to fiber-rich, curb-side-recyclable paper laminates

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00:13:49

SPC Impact 2025, Seattle: MRF Secrets, Mono-Material...

Packaging Today Show ·

2025/04/30

Walk the exact sort line that decides whether your package becomes a recycling hero—or an EPR headache—captured live during SPC Impact 2025, the Sustainable Packaging Coalition’s flagship spring event (Apr 28 – May 1, Seattle) dedicated to “advancing sustainability in packaging to make a positive impact on climate change.”In this Packaging Today Show episode, host Evelio Mattos teams up with Cory Connors, fresh off 2 days of SPC sessions on circular-economy strategy, material innovation and policy,

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