<![CDATA[I Bleeping Love Packaging]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packagingRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:40:32 GMTFri, 29 May 2026 20:02:53 GMT60AJ Piejko-BrownThe podcast for people who f**king love packaging, and for those that are about to fall in love with the career. Each episode I sit down with people from across the packaging industry — engineers, brand folks, graphic designers, and suppliers — to talk about how they got hooked on packaging… and why they stayed. We talk about the projects they’re proud of, the ones that nearly broke them, and the compromises they fought for. This isn’t corporate speak. This isn’t polished marketing fluff. This is honest conversation about why packaging matters way more than most people realize.episodicAJ Piejko-Brownibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Ep. 0 - About the Show]]>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/

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--0---About-the-Show-e3eghes0c3173e0-0e01-47cf-8e37-73777e14caacMon, 02 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p><em>I Bleeping Love Packaging</em> is a podcast for people who bleeping love packaging — and for people who don’t yet know that they will.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>Because we bleeping love packaging — and after listening, you probably will too.</p><p>To get a hold of AJ, reach out to him on LinkedIn:</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/</p> no00:00:50Ep. 0 - About the Showtrailer<![CDATA[Ep 10 - Terry Ameno - Director of Packaging & Design at Buffalo Games]]>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!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep-10---Terry-Ameno---Director-of-Packaging--Design-at-Buffalo-Games-e3h9gk0e2c4f5e1-0466-4956-a361-dd258b886377Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>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.<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/terryameno/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with Terry on LinkedIn</a></p><p><br /></p><p>If you want to get a hold of AJ, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">connect on his LinkedIn</a> or send an email to <a href="ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com</a></p><p><br /></p><p>See you next week!</p> no00:35:26110Ep 10 - Terry Ameno - Director of Packaging & Design at Buffalo Gamesfull<![CDATA[Ep. 5 - Charlie Troncone - Senior Packaging Engineer]]>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


If you stick around to the end of the episode, put the code word in the comments, and send AJ an email with your address for a free sticker! This is good until the posting of the next episode.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--5---Charlie-Troncone---Senior-Packaging-Engineer-e3fgugs37a51a32-1598-4b32-805f-87da0e2b9d53Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>This week we talk to <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlestroncone/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Charlie Troncone</a>, 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.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you want to be on I Bleeping Love Packaging, shoot <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">AJ a message on LinkedIn</a>, or send him an email at ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com</p><p><br /></p><p>If you stick around to the end of the episode, put the code word in the comments, and send AJ an email with your address for a free sticker! This is good until the posting of the next episode.</p> no00:34:1715Ep. 5 - Charlie Troncone - Senior Packaging Engineerfull<![CDATA[Ep. 7 - Julie Rice Suggs - Academic Director at PackagingSchool.com]]> summary


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



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--7---Julie-Rice-Suggs---Academic-Director-at-PackagingSchool-com-e3g80pr211cd59b-5349-4243-8461-06920451c2b4Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p> summary</p><p><br /></p><p>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.</p><p><br /></p><p>You can get in touch with Julie on her <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-rice-phdfoodtechnology/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p>Or check out The <a href="https://packagingschool.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">PackagingSchool Website</a></p><p>Or give the team a call at 864-412-5000As always, you can find <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">AJ on LinkedIn</a> or send him a message to</p><p>IBleepingLovePackaging@gmail.com</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:37:4017Ep. 7 - Julie Rice Suggs - Academic Director at PackagingSchool.comfull<![CDATA[Ep 12 - Jim Pease - President of Sun Centre USA - Inventor of POUCH³]]>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

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep-12---Jim-Pease---President-of-Sun-Centre-USA---Inventor-of-POUCH-e3i6e4ed78c1295-ca29-4bb3-a3f0-5f8a4bdb4288Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:47:34 GMT<p>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.</p><p><br /></p><p>Connect with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-pease-6a0b9618/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jim on LinkedIn</a></p><p><br /></p><p>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</p> no00:40:00112Ep 12 - Jim Pease - President of Sun Centre USA - Inventor of POUCH³full<![CDATA[Ep. 6 - Mikey Pasciuto - Co-Founder at Scrapp Inc]]>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

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--6---Mikey-Pasciuto---Co-Founder-at-Scrapp-Inc-e3ftcco37b27a15-6710-42d1-8954-c50deaaebc25Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>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.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you want to get a hold of Mikey, check him out here:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikey-pasciuto/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.scrappzero.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scrappzero.com/</a></p><p>And as always, you can find AJ Piejko-Brown at his LinkedIn:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Or send an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com</p> no00:46:1116Ep. 6 - Mikey Pasciuto - Co-Founder at Scrapp Incfull<![CDATA[Ep. 9 - Andrew Klepper - Director of Strategic Growth at Carlisle Container Company]]>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

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--9---Andrew-Klepper---Director-of-Strategic-Growth-at-Carlisle-Container-Company-e3gtem788399fc9-b04e-48e9-a37d-2def7c0877e0Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>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:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewk9/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href=" https://www.packagingimpressions.com/author/andrewklepper/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Blog Posts</a></p><p><a href="https://imgur.com/a/aUlxSEn" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Pictures of Mini Pallet and Display Wall</a></p><p>email: <a href="mailto:letstalkboxes@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">letstalkboxes@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.carlislecontainer.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Carlisle Container Company</a></p><p>If you want to get a hold of AJ, hit him up on his <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> or send an email to <a href="ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com</a></p> no00:38:1219Ep. 9 - Andrew Klepper - Director of Strategic Growth at Carlisle Container Companyfull<![CDATA[Ep 11 - Elizabeth Corbett - President, Enterprise Sales at AE Global]]>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

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep-11---Elizabeth-Corbett---President--Enterprise-Sales-at-AE-Global-e3hkf7h3af655f2-f155-48f7-b120-05d6eab8e6fdThu, 09 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>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</p> no00:40:43111Ep 11 - Elizabeth Corbett - President, Enterprise Sales at AE Globalfull<![CDATA[Ep. 2 - AJ Piejko-Brown - Part 2]]>Your host AJ dives into his experience at 3M, Hasbro, NEMO, and Lovevery, sharing some stories along the way.


Find AJ on LinkedIn or checkout his Portfolio

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--2---AJ-Piejko-Brown---Part-2-e3eqau3247d0891-1b2d-458f-863e-b0191130f066Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Your host AJ dives into his experience at 3M, Hasbro, NEMO, and Lovevery, sharing some stories along the way. </p><p><br /></p><p>Find AJ on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> or checkout his <a href="https://www.piejko-brown.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Portfolio</a></p> no00:19:3012Ep. 2 - AJ Piejko-Brown - Part 2full<![CDATA[Ep. 1 - AJ Piejko-Brown - Part 1]]>In this episode, AJ dives into how he found out about packaging, how he almost didn't pick it as a career, and a little about RIT.


Contact AJ via LinkedIn or check out his Portfolio

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--1---AJ-Piejko-Brown---Part-1-e3eieqs989faf26-b795-4e08-b40b-c757811cf309Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, AJ dives into how he found out about packaging, how he almost didn't pick it as a career, and a little about RIT.</p><p><br /></p><p>Contact AJ via <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> or check out his <a href="https://www.piejko-brown.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Portfolio</a></p> no00:15:2811Ep. 1 - AJ Piejko-Brown - Part 1full<![CDATA[Ep. 3 - Mario Carreiro - Senior Brand and Packaging Designer]]>On this episode of I Bleeping Love Packaging, we chat with Mario Carreiro, Ex-Hasbro Senior Brand and Packaging Designer, about how he got into graphic design and his passion for the brands he worked on.


As of posting, Mario is looking for his next career oprotunity. You can get a hold of him via his LinkedIn or by sending him an email: mariomj23@yahoo.com


As always, if you want to be a part of the show, drop me a message on my LinkedIn or send an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com


Thank you for listening and see you next week!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--3---Mario-Carreiro---Senior-Brand-and-Packaging-Designer-e3evk2j956e8a12-1cab-48de-a987-d2d69c73a09eThu, 12 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>On this episode of I Bleeping Love Packaging, we chat with Mario Carreiro, Ex-Hasbro Senior Brand and Packaging Designer, about how he got into graphic design and his passion for the brands he worked on. </p><p><br /></p><p>As of posting, Mario is looking for his next career oprotunity. You can get a hold of him via <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariomj23designs/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">his LinkedIn</a> or by sending him an email: mariomj23@yahoo.com</p><p><br /></p><p>As always, if you want to be a part of the show, drop me a message on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">my LinkedIn</a> or send an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com</p><p><br /></p><p>Thank you for listening and see you next week!</p> no00:24:5713Ep. 3 - Mario Carreiro - Senior Brand and Packaging Designerfull<![CDATA[Ep. 4 - Kris Hanchette - EngView North America]]>AJ sits down with Kris Hanchette from EngView, a 2D and 3D parametric packaging software. Kris goes over his path to get to EngView, and how he is helping companies bring packaging to market faster with AI tools and 3D renders, all within the same program.


If you want to get a hold of Kris, drop him a connection on his LinkedIn here


And as always, if you want to get a hold of AJ, either shoot him a message on his LinkedIn, or send him an email at IBleepingLovePackaging@gmail.com

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--4---Kris-Hanchette---EngView-North-America-e3f9pn5f3289c0a-421c-4d49-b42f-588364948b26Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>AJ sits down with Kris Hanchette from EngView, a 2D and 3D parametric packaging software. Kris goes over his path to get to EngView, and how he is helping companies bring packaging to market faster with AI tools and 3D renders, all within the same program.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/krishanchette/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">If you want to get a hold of Kris, drop him a connection on his LinkedIn here</a></p><p><br /></p><p>And as always, if you want to get a hold of AJ, either shoot him a message on his <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, or send him an email at IBleepingLovePackaging@gmail.com</p> no00:30:24Ep. 4 - Kris Hanchette - EngView North Americafull<![CDATA[Ep. 8 - Adam Peek - Label King of the Mountains, Author, Podcast Host]]>This week Adam Peak, aka the "Label King of the Mountains," shares his journey from pastoral roots to becoming a respected figure in the packaging industry. Discover how his faith, entrepreneurial spirit, and passion for community impact his approach to business and life.


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

LinkedIn

Label King

People of Packaging Podcast

Adam Peek's Website


If you want to get on the show, send AJ a message on LinkedIn or send an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-bleeping-love-packaging/episodes/Ep--8---Adam-Peek---Label-King-of-the-Mountains--Author--Podcast-Host-e3gfshcf8c4ac72-77ff-4265-b335-f5bbf89e1aa2Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week Adam Peak, aka the "Label King of the Mountains," shares his journey from pastoral roots to becoming a respected figure in the packaging industry. Discover how his faith, entrepreneurial spirit, and passion for community impact his approach to business and life.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you want to get a hold of Adam, check him out here:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adampeek/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="http://www.labelkingcorp.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Label King</a></p><p><a href="https://www.packagingisawesome.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">People of Packaging Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.adampeek.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Adam Peek's Website</a></p><p><br /></p><p>If you want to get on the show, send AJ a message on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpiejkobrown/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> or send an email to ibleepinglovepackaging@gmail.com</p> no00:46:28Ep. 8 - Adam Peek - Label King of the Mountains, Author, Podcast Hostfull