I Bleeping Love Packaging is a podcast for people who bleeping love packaging — and for people who don’t yet know that they will.

Hosted by AJ Piejko-Brown, each episode features honest, nerdy, and sometimes crass conversations with people from across the packaging industry: engineers, designers, brand folks, graphic designers, operators, and suppliers. We talk about how they got hooked on packaging, why they stayed, and what keeps them fired up about an industry most people overlook.

You’ll hear real stories about projects people are proud of, the ones that nearly broke them, and the compromises they fought for along the way. We dig into the reality behind sustainability, cost, testing, retail, and shipping things without them exploding — without the corporate speak or polished marketing fluff.

If you work in packaging, want to work in packaging, or you’re just curious how anyone ends up loving boxes, bottles, and blisters this much, you’re in the right place.

Because we bleeping love packaging — and after listening, you probably will too.

To get a hold of AJ, reach out to him on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/

In this episode, Terry Amino shares his 25 years of experience in the packaging industry, focusing on toy and game packaging. He discusses design principles, sustainability trends, and innovative packaging features, providing valuable insights for aspiring packaging professionals.Connect with Terry on LinkedIn

If you want to get a hold of AJ, connect on his LinkedIn or send an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com

See you next week!

This week we talk to Charlie Troncone, the Senior Packaging Engineer at Edgewell Personal Care about his packaging journey, including recently making a trip back to RIT for the Packaging Career Fair.

If you want to be on I Bleeping Love Packaging, shoot AJ a message on LinkedIn, or send him an email at ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com

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In this episode, AJ interviews Julie Rice Suggs from PackagingSchool.com to explore the evolving landscape of packaging education, industry needs, and innovative programs. They discuss how PackagingSchool is adapting to industry trends, incorporating AI, and expanding access to packaging knowledge for students and professionals alike.

You can get in touch with Julie on her LinkedIn

Or check out The PackagingSchool Website

Or give the team a call at 864-412-5000As always, you can find AJ on LinkedIn or send him a message to

IBleepingLovePackaging@gmail.com

Jim Pease discusses the innovative POUCH³, a new flexible packaging format that combines the benefits of stand-up pouches, flat bottom bags, and side gusset bags. He explains its design, manufacturing process, environmental benefits, and potential impact on the packaging industry.

Connect with Jim on LinkedIn

That's a wrap on Season 1 of IBLP, but if you would like to be a part of Season 2, send me an email at ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com

This week on I Bleeping Love Packaging, Mikey Pasciuto from Scrapp joins in to talk all thing trash, and what he is working on to help reduce what is heading to the landfill.

If you want to get a hold of Mikey, check him out here:

LinkedInhttps://www.scrappzero.com/

And as always, you can find AJ Piejko-Brown at his LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/

Or send an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com

In this episode, Andrew Klepper from Carlisle Container shares insights into digital printing, innovative packaging solutions, and trade show experiences. Discover how digital presses are transforming packaging, the importance of relationship-building in the industry, and upcoming trends in custom and high-graphics packaging.Andrew's Links:

LinkedIn

Blog Posts

Pictures of Mini Pallet and Display Wall

email: letstalkboxes@gmail.com

Carlisle Container Company

If you want to get a hold of AJ, hit him up on his LinkedIn or send an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com

Elizabeth Corbett shares her extensive experience in packaging, from luxury brands like Tiffany to the evolving cannabis industry. Discover insights on sustainable packaging, cost-saving strategies, and industry trends that can transform your packaging approach.If you want to be on IBLP, send AJ an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com