Packaging Today Show

Aluminum is being called the champion of recyclable packaging but is it the right choice for your brand? In this episode of Packaging Today, Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek debate whether aluminum is the future of sustainable packaging or just another overhyped material swap. From infinite recyclability and lower transport emissions to high production energy and bad consumer UX, we dive...

Today on Packaging Today, Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek break down Colorado’s looming Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting deadline—and why brands selling packaging, paper products, or foodware into the state need to act now. We’ll unpack:What the Circular Action Alliance (CAA) actually does. Why this July 31st deadline matters beyond Colorado. How your packaging data will...

Brad Pitt’s skincare line Le Domaine just dropped new “sustainable” packaging and we’ve got questions. In this episode of Packaging Today, we break down the design decisions behind the reimagined bottles and jars: real wood caps, reduced glass weight, and a brand story steeped in French vineyards and circular luxury. But does luxury wood mean true sustainability? We ask:Is using real oak for a pac...

A challenge based on the following items I found together at the side of the road this morning on my walk: 1) A smashed Dunkin'​ plastic cup marked "Drive Thru" and with a label indicating the order was no ice, original coffee, black, two additional espresso shots 2) An empty pack of sugar-free Trident gum3) An empty box of over-the-the counter anti-diarrhealWhat scenario would expla...

This week on Packaging Today, Evelio Mattos, Adam Peek, and Cory Connors crack open the craziest packaging in the industry — starting with none other than Ozzy Osbourne. That’s right, we’re diving into the Prince of Darkness’s most iconic (and absurd?) packaging moments. Is it genius? Is it gothic glam? Or just a hot mess with foil stamping? Then we shift gears into our fan-favorite segment: Can W...

On this episode of Packaging Today, we’re digging into the delicious world of meal transport packaging — and how to do it without compromising presentation or sustainability. From elegant pie boxes that cradle your crust like couture, to clever inserts that keep your sauces, soups, and sides in check, we break down what it takes to ship food that actually arrives looking like food. Inspired by stu...

ALDI UK just announced a switch from plastic rings to Snap Pack tech for their own-label beer a move that claims to reduce packaging waste by over 100 tonnes per year. But is this really a sustainable upgrade… or just a new version of the same problem? In this episode of Packaging Today, Evelio, Adam, and Cory break down:What Snap Pack packaging is and how it worksHow it stacks up against traditio...

This week on Packaging Today, we’re serving up the packaging industry’s hottest developments—from adhesive trends to ocean cleanup efforts:🔥 Hot Melt Adhesives: Boon or Burden? With the global market now around $9–11 billion and growing at 4–5% CAGR, hot melts are booming across packaging for corrugated, e‑commerce, and more. But does “solvent-free” actually mean more plastic and more waste in yo...

In today’s episode of Packaging Today, we’re diving into the shiny, guilt-washed world of recycled beauty packaging and asking the tough question: is this actually sustainable, or just another PR pump & dump? We unpack MOB & Credo Beauty’s collaboration with the Pact Collective to create the first-ever lotion pump made from recycled cosmetics packaging, much like Method did years ago with...

This week on Packaging Today, it’s a vanilla face-off. In our Pack of the Week segment, we’re putting two pure vanilla extract brands head-to-head: Cook’s and Rodelle. One leans vintage apothecary with heritage typography and gold accents, while the other goes modern organic with crisp white space and botanical illustration. Which bottle tells a richer story? Which one whispers "premium"...

we dive into a story that sounds like science fiction but is very real: scientists are using genetically modified E. coli bacteria to convert plastic waste into paracetamol (acetaminophen). Yep your headache might one day be cured by yesterday’s packaging. We’ll break down:What it could mean for the future of packaging wasteWhether this is just a PR stunt or a real step toward circularityPlus, we...

Evelio, Adam, and Cory take on your biggest packaging challenges. You send the questions, and we give you the solutions, unless we can’t, in which case... you win a free shirt. We’ll also break down the week’s most important (and weirdest) packaging news, from surprising innovations to eyebrow-raising policy moves. Expect:Real answers to real packaging problemsHot takes on the latest headlinesPack...

sit down with the founders of Casalú, the bold rum spritz brand making waves across the U.S. beverage scene. We go beyond the can—into the design, branding, and cultural storytelling behind one of the most exciting ready-to-drink (RTD) brands in the market today. Casalú is more than just a drink—it’s a statement. We’ll talk packaging innovation, sustainability choices, can design, and materials, p...

In this episode of Packaging Today, Cory Connors, Adam Peek, and Evelio Mattos unpack the popular (and slightly concerning) trend of people who refuse to throw away packaging, yes, even years later. Inspired by a recent VegOut article claiming that hoarders of boxes possess “unique traits,” we ask the real question: Should packaging be designed to be kept… or recycled? We break down:The kinds of p...

In this episode of Packaging Today, we unpack the implications of Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and how it could reshape the U.S. packaging industry—and ripple out globally. From tariffs and deregulation to reshoring and policy shifts, we break down what’s real, what’s hype, and what every packaging buyer, designer, and supplier should be watching.🇺🇸 The Pros:Boost for domestic manufacturing? P...

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...

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 c...

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 th...

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...

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 n...

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...

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 t...

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 o...

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 p...

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 indu...