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The Pay Off with Sylvia JeffreysIt's Never Too Early or Too Late To Invest with Alex VynokurInvesting... It's a hot topic on a lot of people's lips. What's SO good about investing? How do I even get started? Am I too late to the party?! In today's episode, Sylvia sits down with Alex Vynokur, the Founder and CEO of Betashares (one of the Australia's largest ETF providers and fastest growing asset managers - no biggie). Alex's personal and professional story isn't just interesting, but inspiring. Having migrated to Australia as a young boy from Ukraine, Alex shares how his childhood helped shape his view on money, that we're all in...2025-06-0439 min
The Metal Pack PodHow tariffs and regulations are shaping the future of metal packaging in the UKIn this podcast episode, Jason Galley, Director and Chief Executive, of MPMA UK, delve into the current state of the UK metal packaging industry, focusing on significant challenges and changes such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), deposit return schemes,and tariffs. We discuss the industry's resilience, the complexities of packaging reforms, and the necessity for effective communication and collaboration with government bodies to ensure sustainability. The conversation also touches on broader themes of sustainability, consumer behaviour, and the economic implications of current policies, highlighting the importance of raising awareness and advocating for the benefits of metal packaging.2025-05-2939 min
The Metal Pack PodKoenig & Bauer MetalPrint: Automation, Staffing and the Rise of Digital PrintingIn this podcast episode, we delve into the latest advancements in the metal packaging industry, spotlighting Koenig & Bauer's new digital printing line, the MetJet One.We welcome back popular guest Damian Pollok, Head of Product and Application at Koenig & Bauer! Pollok discuses the transition to digital printing, emphasising the machine's high-quality output and customer acceptance challenges. They address staffing difficulties, highlighting efforts to attract young talent and the role of automation in easing operational burdens. The episode also covers positive customer feedback, recent innovations, and a promising market outlook, underscoring the importance of adapting to evolving i...2025-05-2221 min
The Metal Pack PodHow Tata Steel is leading the charge with 'Electrifying Packaging Steel'In this episode, we speak with Dr Nick Silk from Tata Steel UK about the company's sustainability initiatives, particularly the electrification of packaging steel. We discuss the industry's shift towards decarbonisation, aiming to significantly reduce carbon emissions by 2050. Dr Silk highlights Tata Steel's goal to halve the carbon footprint of tinplate products by 2030 and the transition to electric arc furnaces to increase recycled content. Despite market challenges, including tariffs and economic pressures, Tata Steel is committed to leading in sustainable steel production.The episode underscores the importance of industry collaboration and government support in a...2025-05-0129 min
The Metal Pack PodBuilding sales relationships in metal packagingIn this episode, Specialist packaging consultant Greg Molinaro discusses the art of sales in the modern era, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and trust with customers. He emphasises staying updated with technology and market trends, and suggests understanding customer needs before offering solutions. With 30 years of experience in industrial manufacturing automation solutions, Molinaro has successfully developed and executed global business development strategies, leading teams across three countries and resulting in an 11-fold increase in sales across North and South America. As the Director of Business Engineering, Molinaro focuses on relationship building, broadening business networks, productivity, an...2025-04-0839 min
The Metal Pack PodNavigating Uncertainty: Insights from Davide Padovani on the Evolving Materials SectorIn today’s episode we welcome Steelforce Packaging CEO, Davide Padovani. The Trump administration inauguration has created uncertainty and complications in the materials sector, particularly for steel and tinplate prices.It's too early to say what the specific consequences will be, as the administration has announced partial retreats and exclusions for certain countries, but it’s that uncertainty that is causing some turbulence. During the interview, we unpack the potential consequences to the materials sector. As well as this, I talk to Davide about how the steel industry is striving to become more sustainable and environmentally frien...2025-03-0540 min
The Metal Pack PodGus Reall: Reflections on a career in metal packagingIn this episode, we have a very special guest, outgoing Stolle Machinery CEO Gus Reall, who discusses his stellar career in the can-making business, the industry changes he has seen, and the future outlook for the health of the metal packaging sector.He reflects on how the sector has evolved in the industry due to technological advances and the need for fresh perspectives.Gus also praises his successor, Michael Larsen, and highlights the industry's evolution, particularly the shift from a clear value chain to a more integrated global market. He identifies the post-pandemic era as the most challenging...2025-02-2047 min
Confessions with Sammy PetersenAlex Hines & Charlie LewinThis week Sammy is joined by the return of the great Alex Hines and Charlie Lewin Goodnight Australia: here Sammy's linktree: here Follow Charlie: here Follow Alex: here Follow Confessions: here Follow Sammy on instagram & threads: here Patreon: hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-01-2659 min
The Metal Pack PodThe importance of diversity in STEM: Why women matterIn this episode, we welcome Helen Anderton, finance director for INX in the UK. In 2024 Helen was nominated for the prestigious British Coatings Federation Young Leader of the Year Award. The award celebrates exceptional talent for an individual under the age of 35. During this episode, we discuss Helen's unusual career path so far, what it means to be a woman in the coatings and packaging sector, and we discuss some of the key findings at the 2024 BCF conference, including how the chemical supply chain can promote careers and find future leaders. We also delve into the op...2025-01-2126 min
The Metal Pack PodCan Sized- women in metal packagingA bonus 'Can Sized' mini episode from The Metal Pack Pod, as we welcome back Jag Bains, vice president of Commercial, EMEA, at Ball Corporation.We discuss what it means to be a woman in a male-oriented industry, and how the industry can do more to promote women in the packaging sector. Essential listening for HR professionals in particular!2025-01-0710 min
Most Podern PodcastGrassroots Development: Building Communities Abroad - KC HardinKC Hardin, founder of Conservatorio, joins MoPo and shares his inspiring journey from corporate law in New York to real estate development in Panama. He discusses the revitalization of Casco Viejo - a historic district in Panama City, the lessons learned in navigating the complexities of real estate, and the importance of community engagement in urban development. KC also reflects on the current landscape of real estate in Panama, the challenges of affordability, and his vision for interconnected neighborhoods that foster community. He emphasizes the need for adaptive reuse of buildings and the role of developers in shaping vibrant...2024-12-1852 min
The Metal Pack PodA new era of printing technologyWe welcome Jag Bains, Vice President of Commercial, EMEA, at Ball Corporation During this episode we discuss Ball’s Dynamark technology for its beverage cans in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).This upgraded technology introduces an advanced tier of printing capabilities, unlocking leading-edge features to deliver greater flexibility and enhanced value for brands. We also chat about some pertinent topics creating the headlines at the moment, including the health of the industry in EMEA and how Jag’s experience in other industry sectors is transferable into the canmaking business.2024-12-1138 min
The Metal Pack PodUnpacking the regulatory landscape in metal packaging can coatingsIn today’s episode we welcome 3 of Sherwin Williams’ senior management team to discuss some of the pressing issues in the can coatings space, including recent EU draft regulation on bisphenols in food contact and how Sherwin’s valPure V70 non-BPA epoxy – non-BPA technology is preparing the industry for this legislation. During the episode we speak with:Donald Le, the Global Household Products Marketing DirectorMichael Sawayda is the Global Beverage Marketing Director for the Sherwin-Williams Packaging Coatings Division. Lynn Grega is the Vice President, Global Compliance and Technology Marketing at Sherwin-Williams.2024-10-3039 min
Housing After DarkHousing After Dark Episode 14: Paul Fordham on Homelessness, the Unhoused, and FundingToday’s guest, Paul Fordham, is doing something that is so much harder than it should be—housing the unhoused in one of the wealthiest counties in America. As the Co-Chief Executive Officer of Homeward Bound, he helps lead one of Marin County’s most important homelessness organizations, a group which provides a wide range of housing and services to the County’s most vulnerable residents. His work for me is both personal and professional. Marin is where I’m from, a place of incredible beauty, wealth, and privilege. It’s also a place that has been hostile to ho...2024-08-2350 min
The Metal Pack PodWilliam Say- Appreciating the old and the newWilliam Say & Co Ltd, the London canmaker, has recently invested over three quarters of a million pounds in its site, introducing new ultramodern technology as part of an extensive refurbishment of the factory’s essential equipment, some dating back to the early 1900s.Stuart Wilkinson, Sales and Marketing Director at William Say & Co, outlines to Alex Fordham the heritage of William Say as the only can maker left in London, and how the company plans to keep the company looking ahead.2024-08-0127 min
The Metal Pack PodRoeslein- Supporting can makers across the worldRoeslein & Associates has recently announced a significant expansion of its operational services for the can manufacturing industry. The Metal Packager speaks to JC Harrison, Partner and Vice President of Systems and Operational Services and Robb Williams, Director of Operational Services, to find out the company's hollistic approach to can success and what the new expansion means for the industry.2024-07-1920 min
The Metal Pack PodA pathway to decarbonisation in aluminumA new report from environmental consulting firm ICF and the Aluminum Association, Pathways to Decarbonization: A North American Aluminum Roadmap, highlights potential strategies to dramatically reduce carbon emissions in the North American (United States and Canada) aluminum industry by mid-century.Charles Johnson, president & CEO of the Aluminum Association, outlines this pathway to The Metal Packager, and how the metal packaging industry can also play its part.2024-07-0826 min
The Metal Pack PodMetal Packaging and Coatings Trends until 2029Joining us is Mark Smyth, author of research company Smithers’ new report on the future of the metal packaging and coatings. In the podcast, Mark explains the findings of Smithers’ recent report into the 'Future of Metal Packaging and Coatings to 2029'. A friend of the show, having been a guest previously, we discuss the latest findings from the report and examine the key variables involved.We also examine the recent downturn in the market, the causes of this and whether the industry is still on track for growth. Mark also summarises whether he is sti...2024-06-2135 min
Confessions with Sammy PetersenAlex Hines & Charlie LewinThis week Sammy is joined by the return the of the hilarious Alex Hines and Charlie Lewin. Follow Alex: here Follow Charlie: here Follow Confessions: here Follow Sammy on instagram & threads: hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-06-161h 02
The Education Gadfly Show#923: Debating school funding inequities, with Alex SpurrierOn this week’s Education Gadfly Show podcast, Alex Spurrier, an associate partner at Bellwether, joins Mike and David to discuss whether schools in low-income neighborhoods receive less funding than their affluent counterparts. Then, on the Research Minute, Amber examines a new study investigating state finance reforms that secure lasting budget increases for districts.Recommended content: Alex Spurrier, Bonnie O’Keefe, and Biko McMillan, “Leveling the landscape: An analysis of K–12 funding inequities within metro areas,” Bellwether (May 2024). "Low- and high-income schools now receive equal funding” —Adam Tyner, Fordham Institute“Doing educational equity right: School finance” —M...2024-06-0529 min
The Metal Pack PodDamien Pollok - Innovation in printHello and welcome to the Metal Pack pod, the industry's leading podcast for the global metal packaging industry. The Metal pack pod is brought to you by the Metal packager, the number one digital resource for the global metal packaging market with over 7,000 monthly users in over 150 countries globally, be sure to check us out on metalpackager.com.Today we welcome Damien Pollock, head of product and application at Koenig and Bauer Metal Print. During this mini-podcast episode, we look ahead to the rest of 2024 and what the industry can look forward to in terms of new innovations f...2024-05-1717 min
The Metal Pack PodThe Metal Packager Live - Latamcan Part 22024-05-0329 min
The Metal Pack PodThe Metal Packager Live - Latamcan Part 12024-05-0332 min
The Metal Pack PodJason Galley - tackling the metal packaging sectorIn today’s episode we welcome Jason Galley, who is director and chief executive of theMetal Packaging Manufacturers Association.During this episode we discuss with Jason the state of play in the UK metal packaging sector.We outline the complexities involved in terms of EPR and how Jason plans to tackle a varietyof multi-layered challenges and opportunities facing the organisation in 2024.Beginning his career as a metallurgist at Carnaud Metal Box (now Crown Holdings Inc) and holding subsequent senior positions at companies including American National Can, Alcan Packaging, Aerocan, as well as 12 years at...2024-04-2932 minThe Metal Pack PodJasper Joosten - growing the future of IntraloxIn the latest episode of The Metal Pack Pod, we welcome Intralox's Jasper Joosten, global account team leader for its container business for the CPG team.Before joining Intralox one year ago, Joosten has developed international sales and management experience in roles as a global account director and commercial director in leading OEMs for food processing, packaging automation and robotics and dispense solutions while working with the multinational players in the food and beverage industry globally.During this episode, we discuss Intralox's global expansion which includes a relocation of its European headquarters to a larger facility in Amsterdam...2024-04-2922 minThe Education Gadfly Show#912: Predicting charter school success, with Adam Kho and Alex QuigleyOn this week’s Education Gadfly Show podcast, Adam Kho, an assistant professor at the Rossier School of Education, and Alex Quigley, the executive director of the Durham Charter School, join Mike and David to discuss whether charter authorizers can determine the quality of prospective charter schools. Then, on the Research Minute, Amber reports on a new study examining the effects of including parental preferences in algorithms that assign students to schools in New York City.Recommended content: “Do authorizer evaluations predict the success of new charter schools?” —Adam Kho, Shelby Leigh Smith, and Douglas L...2024-03-2025 min
Confessions with Sammy PetersenAlex Hines & Charlie LewinThis week Sammy is joined by first-timer, the hilarious Alex Hines and the return of the great Charlie Lewin. Follow Alex: here Follow Charlie: here Confessions 6 Year Celebration, 13th April 1.30pm: here Why The Long Face Solo Show - Melbourne: here Brisbane: here Follow Confessions: here Follow Sammy on instagram & threads: here patreon.com/confessionsthepodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-03-031h 15The Metal Pack PodCan-sized - Women in Metal PackagingIn this slightly shorter episode, we are joined by Actega’s Teresa Ramos and Roeslein & Associates’ Martha Rojas. The pair talk about what it means to be a woman in a male-dominated environment and crucially, how the industry needs to do more to level the playing field for women in the industry. They also talk about how the industry seeks to future-proof itself for years to come, encouraging the next generation of women metal packaging professionals is essential, to ensure that the industry maximises a talent pool at its disposal.2024-02-0105 min
The Metal Pack PodDavide Padovani - The steel behind packagingIn today’s episode we welcome Davide Padovani, Chief Executive Officer of Steelforce Packaging.Davide is a dynamic leader with a solid foundation in business and a wealth of experience in consulting and entrepreneurial ventures. Born and raised in Naples, Italy, Davide's journey through academia and professional life has created a deep understanding of the business world. His career began in the field of consulting, where he specialised in working with food and beverage companies, amassing eight years of valuable industry knowledge.This experience not only deepened his understanding of the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector bu...2024-01-1136 min
Confessions with Sammy PetersenChristmas Show LIVE with Michelle Brasier, Zachary Ruane, Alex Dyson & Sir. Peter HitchenerIt's the 2023 Christmas Show recorded LIVE at Comedy Republic. Follow Michelle: here Follow Zach: here Follow Alex: here Follow Peter: here Leave a message for Your Two Drunk Aunties: https://www.speakpipe.com/DrunkAunties Why The Long Face Solo Show - Melbourne: here Brisbane: here Follow Confessions: here Follow Sammy on instagram & threads: here patreon.com/confessionsthepodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-12-241h 17
Confessions with Sammy PetersenBec Charlwood & Alex JaeThis week Sammy is joined via zoom dot com by the great Bec Charlwood and Alex Jae. Follow Bec: here Watch Bec's special: here Follow Alex: here Why The Long Face Solo Show - Melbourne: here Brisbane: here Follow Confessions: here Follow Sammy on instagram & threads: here patreon.com/confessionsthepodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-12-1257 min
The Metal Pack PodThe Meadow & DRT podcast - manufacturing solutions togetherIn today’s episode we have a special episode, as we welcome Meadow and DRT, fresh offtheir Gold awards at the recent Canmaker Summit.Most household products come in linear single-use packaging made of non-recyclablematerial. The Meadow Closed Loop Packaging System, with its infinitely recyclablealuminium can paired with a reusable dispenser, is able to deliver personal care productsand other consumables in a convenient and truly environmentally friendly package.The circular solution reduces the demand for virgin mate-rial, increasing PCR (post-consumerrecycled) content eliminating waste streams such as la...2023-12-0139 minThe Metal Pack PodAlain Cagnard - Technically leading in the industryIn today's episode, we welcome Alain Cagnard, Global technical leader metal packaging at Eastman. Alain began his career in the metal packaging industry back in 1994 as a lab technician for the Beer & Beverage internal spray and easy open-end market at Dexter in France which is now Sherwin Williams. He joined PPG, in various technical leader roles in France and Italy, developing coatings throughout the metal packaging supply chain. During his time with PPG, Alain also supported inks for metal packaging, twist-off caps and aluminium coil coating. In 2012 with Valspar(now Sherwin Williams), he was...2023-11-1728 min
The Metal Pack PodRobert Bunting - Carrying on the Bunting nameOn today's episode, we are joined by Robert Bunting Jr.Bunting is the 3rd generation President and CEO of Bunting. Robert has beenwith Bunting for 16 years, serving in a variety of roles consisting of sales, product management,general manager, and now President and CEO Bunting® is one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of magnetic separators, metal detectors, materials handling, magnetic printing cylinders, magnets, magnet assemblies, and magnetizing equipment. Founded in 1959 by Walter F. Bunting in Chicago, Illinois, the company has remained family-ownedand family-operated ever since. This podcast examines the...2023-11-0326 min
The Metal Pack PodWomen in metal packagingIn today’s episode we welcome have a very special episode as we welcome two special guests to discuss women in metal packaging.Hot on the heels of their lifetime achievement awards at the recent Latamcan trade show, we welcome Actega’s Teresa Ramos and Roeslein & Associates’ Martha Rojas.As two prominent women in the industry with distinguished careers, the pair talk about their journeys within the can making industry, what it means to be a women in a male dominated environment and crucially, how the industry needs to do more to level the playing field for wo...2023-10-2039 min
The Metal Pack Pod''Never taking no for an answer'' - The Kim Kizer PodcastJoining us this week is Kim Kizer. With a career of more thantwenty-five years as a manufacturing professional, Kim has been Vice President, Sales and Marketing of CCL Container since 2015.CCL Container is North America’s leading manufacturer of recyclable aluminium aerosol cans, custom aluminium bottles, barrier systems, and other speciality aluminium packaging for global consumer brands.Through her efforts, the company manufactured more than 600 million containers and generated revenue in excess of $400 million in 2022. During the show, we talk about Kim's drive as a single mum, determined to “be self-sufficient, own a home, and...2023-10-0520 min
The Metal Pack PodRaul Martinez - All things LatamcanIn today’s episode we welcome Raul Martinez, Latamcan show director. During the show, Raul reviews the 2023 edition of Latamcan, and also looks ahead to 2024, where the show reverts to Argentina for the first time.But before we begin we must give special mention to our sponsors PPG, their range of innovative solutions help protect and beautify the world.2023-09-2115 minThe Metal Pack PodMike MacKay - Talking everything aerosolIn today's episode, we welcome Mike Mackay, managing director of Despray Enviromental. Mike is a world-leading aerosol recycling expert where his business and entrepreneur background spans over 30 years and been involved with over 10 start-ups.His passion for the industry has been founding and developing aerosol recycling to the world market, he is a co-founder of the world's most advanced recycling technology despray so we are in good hands today.Mike presents a thought-provoking interview on how aerosols affect our environment and how to make changes to the current methods of recycling aerosols to create a truly circular economy.This podcast...2023-09-2125 min
Collective Intellectualities18 Andrew Gibbons - Science Fiction and Philosophy of EducationAndrew Gibbons, Professor at the School of Education at Auckland University of Technology, joins us on this episode to discuss his work in relation to philosophy, policy, science fiction, and care. His research creatively and distinctively focuses on philosophy of education and growing teacher education programs that engage academic and community relationships beyond disciplinary boundaries. Andrew is involved in several professional organizations, including Association of Visual Pedagogies and Philosophy of Education Society of Australasia (PESA), and was recently named a PESA Fellow.Links to recent works:Childhood, Science Fiction, and Pedagogy: Children Ex Machina...2023-08-3050 min
The Metal Pack PodMaintaining the Roeslein Way: Rob CampbellRob Campbell has recently been promoted from divisional president of manufacturing to Chief Operating Officer (COO). Rob has over 33 years of experience with Roeslein, making him a natural fit for this vital role. As COO, Rob will be instrumental in streamlining Roeslein’s processes and driving operational efficiency through working with Roeslein's three divisional presidents. During the episode, Rob outlines the company’s recent internal changes, the company’s continued diversification and he comments on the current state of play in the global container market. 2023-08-2441 min
The Metal Pack PodThe importance of AI - the PPG PodcastWe welcome Dr Polina R. Ware, Global R&D Director at PPG in today's episode. Having started her career at 3M as an innovator, Polina is an avid predictor of emerging technology trends and white spaces for new markets. While at LANXESS Polina lead Urethane Systems business expansion from Hot Cast Elastomers to participation in the CASE market (coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers) as well as new product development in cold cast elastomers. Now at PPG, Polina is on a mission to protect and beautify the world through innovating to engineer out legacy toxic chemicals in...2023-07-2635 min
The Metal Pack PodTim Clarke - Enpack Group PodcastWelcome to the Metal Pack Pod – the industry’s leading podcast for the global metal packaging industry. The Metal Pack Pod is brought to you by the Metal Packager, the number one digital resource for the global metal packaging market.With over 7,000 monthly users in over 150 countries, be sure to check us out on metalpackager.com In today’s episode we welcome Tim Clarke, CEO Europe of Enpack Group. During the episode Tim guides us through his journey in the canmaking business, and explains the growth of Enpack, which has seen the company expand into Europe. Aside from this T...2023-06-2141 min
Humanitarian Fault LinesSudanHost Jamie McGoldrick speaks with Alex de Waal. He is the Executive Director of the World Peace Foundation and a research professor at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. He is, most recently, co-author of “Sudan’s Unfinished Democracy: The promise and betrayal of a people’s revolution” (Hurst 2022). Jamie asks him about the conflict in Sudan. Alex describes how the two sides grew into this conflict, and he explains how there’s been a failure of diplomacy. He emphasizes how the window to calm the violence is closing quickly. Jamie asks Alex what the potential outcomes are, and her gi...2023-06-2038 min
The Metal Pack PodMaking ends meet - DRT Holding's Larry ChurchwellIntroducing Larry Churchwell, President of DRT Holdings. Larry has held a number of senior management positions across the packaging sector, including as Global Marketing Manager for the Beverage Segment at Valspar, and Marketing and Portfolio Leader for its Equipment and Automation Division at Sealed Air Corporation. DRT Holdings is the pioneer in the development of the easy-open beverage and food packaging sector and has become a major supplier of easy-open systems, parts and tooling. Today, DRT consists of three divisions operating ten facilities in the US and Germany that employ over 600 people and serves a diverse...2023-06-0825 min
The Metal Pack PodCan-Sized: JC Harrison, RoesleinIn another Can-Sized episode of The Metal Pack Pod, find out what Roeslein has to offer at Metpack 2023. We interview JC Harrison, Roeslein’s Vice President of Products and Operational Services.2023-05-0513 min
The Metal Pack PodCan-Sized: Jeff Niederst, Sherwin-WilliamsIn this can-sized episode of The Metal Pack Pod, we're joined by Jeff Niederst, Global Marketing Director of Beverage Coatings at Sherwin-Williams Packaging Coatings!Jeff speaks with us about Sherwin-Williams' current patents in the industry, its new ValPure V70 technology and how it will be shown at Metpack 2023.Jeff has been with Sherwin-Williams (formerly Valspar Corporation) for 29 years and spent 24 of these years in Sherwin-Williams' Research and Development group.Prior to be appointed to Marketing Director, Jeff was previously the European Director of Technology and also the Global Director of Beverage Technology for the...2023-05-0418 min
The Metal Pack PodCan-Sized: Damian Pollok, Koenig & BauerIn this short but sweet episode of The Metal Pack Pod, we welcome guest Damian Pollok, Head of Product and Application at Koenig & Bauer!During the episode, Damian enlightens us with the latest product developments at Koenig & Bauer and how they are planned to be shown off at Metpack 2023.2023-05-0314 min
The Metal Pack PodS3, Ep9: Robert Nagtzaam, IntraloxIn this latest episode of The Metal Pack Pod, we welcome Robert Nagtzaam onto the show!Robert speaks with us about Intralox's newly formed Consumer Packaged Goods team and the direction it's heading in, the origins of Intralox and its innovative technology and how Intralox has prepared for Metpack 2023.Before leading Intralox’s newly formed Global Consumer Packaged Goods team, Robert headed the Intralox Global Canmaking team for 6 years.Robert holds double bachelor’s and double master’s degrees in both International Business as well as in Law & Finance. He completed his studies at Tilbur...2023-05-0222 min
The Forge of FreedomEpisode 18. The Forge of Freedom – Why Would an Innocent Person Plead Guilty?Show Notes:
Episode 18. The Forge of Freedom – Why Would an Innocent Person Plead Guilty?
In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses why an innocent Defendant might plead guilty.
Resources:
Three Felonies A Day: How the Feds Target the Innocent by Harvey Silverglate
https://www.amazon.com/Three-Felonies-Day-Target-Innocent/dp/1594035229
Pardieck, Andrew and Edkins, Vanessa and Dervan, Lucian E., Bargained Justice: The Rise of False Testimony for False Pleas (August 1, 2020). Fordham International Law Journal, Vol. 44, No. 2, 2020, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.co...2023-04-3020 min
Edtech InsidersASU+GSV: Rebecca Agostino, VP of Learning at MultiverseSend us a textRebecca Agostino is the Vice President of Learning at Multiverse, leading the program, coaching and intervention teams for the US region. Previously, she was the founding principal of Freedom Prep High School, a college-preparatory school in Camden, New Jersey, and a special educator in New York City. Rebecca graduated as a Robertson Scholar from Duke University with a BS in Economics; she earned a Master of Teaching from Fordham University and an MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.2023-04-2817 min
The Metal Pack PodS3, Ep8: The Return of MetpackIn this episode of The Metal Pack Pod we are joined by Christina Kleinpaß, Head of Project Metpack and Oliver P. Kuhrt, CEO of Messe Essen, as we discuss the return of Metpack on 2-6 May after a 3 year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Oliver P. Kuhrt has been CEO of Messe Essen since January 2014. The proven marketing and trade fair expert previously held various executive positions at the Cologne exhibition centre for over ten years and can look back on many years of management experience in the international tourism and luxury hospitality industry.Christina K...2023-03-1721 min
Confessions with Sammy PetersenKirsty Webeck, Alex Dyson & Nelly ThomasThis week Sammy is joined, due to an audio glitch, for a special two-parter episode with first-timer Kirsty Webeck and the return of Alex Dyson and Nelly Thomas! Follow Kirsty: @kirstywebeck Follow Alex Dyson on instagram: @aedyson Follow Nelly: @nellythomascomedian on instagram or https://www.nellythomas.com/ Follow Confessions: @confessionsthepodcast Follow Sammy on instagram: @sampetersen91 Patreon: patreon.com/confessionsthepodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-02-181h 29
The Metal Pack PodS3, Ep7: Closing the Loop – we quiz APEAL’s new presidentFor this episode of The Metal Pack Pod, we welcome Luc Brantjes, Tata Steel’s packaging division director of sales, who is also APEAL’s new President.Elected unanimously by the Board and General Assembly of APEAL, Luc succeeds Viliam Gašpar of U.S. Steel Košice. His role as the 13th President of APEAL has been effective as of 1 January 2023During the episode, we discuss Luc’s ambitions for the role, and the challenges ahead for the association and the steel industry as a whole.2023-02-1531 min
Confessions with Sammy PetersenAlex Dyson & Michelle Brasier5 Year Anniversary Live show, 10th February: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:115/38:214/ Follow Alex: @aedyeson Follow Michelle: @michellebrasier Follow Confessions: @confessionsthepodcast Follow Sammy on instagram: @sampetersen91 patreon.com/confessionsthepodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-01-1456 min
The Metal Pack PodS3, Ep6: Dr. Robyn McMillan, PPGJoining the podcast is the Global Beverage Segment Manager for PPG Packaging Coatings, Dr. Robyn McMillan. Robyn brings a unique perspective to the packaging coatings business. Joining PPG in 1988 and working as a polymer research chemist for the first half of her career, she brings that scientific expertise to her current role, where she is responsible for growth, strategic planning, and brand owner outreach for the global beverage coatings segment. During the episode, we discuss the rapid evolution and innovation surrounding 2-piece beverage cans, and dive into Robyn’s thoughts on trends surrounding the metal packaging landscape.2022-12-0930 min
The Metal Pack PodS3, Ep5: 30 years of INX EuropeWe welcome Ben Grant, Managing Director of INX International Company in Europe, to the show. Recently we were fortunate to visit INX’s headquarters in the UK, where we were treated to a site visit and learnt about the company’s market leading innovations in the inks sector. During the conversation Ben informs the metal packager on the key trends in the inks market, and what it means to be a part of INX International Ink Co. (Europe) on its 30th anniversary! Whilst producing this episode, INX UK was recently awarded a silver medal for...2022-12-0139 min
Introducing with Tim BlackwellAlex CameronAlex Cameron is by no means a stranger to the Aus music scene.Originally from Sydney and now living in NYC he knows NO musical boundaries. With an impressive career that stretches from performing at some of Australia’s best festivals, to collaborations with Jimmy Barnes, and more recently writing with Brandon from The Killers - amazing, right? Tim and Alex chat about moving to NYC, life as a writer, and how faking it can be your ticket to successHe’ll be performing at Harvest Rock in Adelaide on the 19th and 20th of...2022-11-1033 min
The Metal Pack PodPlant closures, Digital Printing, Resealability and more!In this latest podcast, we have industry experts Mark Smyth and Simon Jennings, discuss the latest pertinent issues within the industry. During the episode we discuss the Ball plant closures in the US, the advent of digital printing technology and more! Joining the show is regular guest Mark Smyth. Mark established his company MS Can Solutions in 2019, which is an independent packaging consultancy based in France. Prior to MS Can Solutions, his most recent position was with Ardagh Group as business development and marketing intelligence director, for metal and glass packaging. He is the author of The Future...2022-10-3146 min
The Metal Pack PodS3, Ep3: 2022 and The Road Ahead – Chris McKenzie, SLAC GroupWe welcome Chris McKenzie, chief operations officer and chief marketing officer for SLAC International. During the conversation Chris shares his views on the latest industry developments including whether the aggressive growth we have seen in the beverage can sector is sustainable, and the on-going challenges to do with inflation and supply chain issues globally. Chris also shares some more information about the company’s innovations, including the advent of its Digital Mini Line technology, which is taking advantage of the growing trend in digital printing.2022-10-2434 min
The Metal Pack PodS3, Ep2: A footprint to decarbonisationScott Breen from Can Manufacturers Institute updates our listeners on The Global Aluminium Can Sustainability Summit. This event brought together more than 100 leaders from organisations globally across the aluminium beverage can value chain to operationalise the decarbonisation of aluminium produced for can sheet and generate transparent information on recycling and circularity.2022-10-1713 min
The Metal Pack PodS3, Ep1: Jack KnightJoining the podcast today is popular industry figure, Jack Knight. Jack is certainly a larger than life character, popular with the industry for his zest for life and the inks market. During the episode, we track Jack’s heritage within the industry and his take on some of the pertinent industry topics surrounding us at present.2022-09-1427 min
The Metal Pack PodS2, Ep10: Amy Ericson, PPGWe welcome Amy Ericson, PPG Senior Vice President, Packaging Coatings.Prior to joining PPG in 2018, Ericson was the president of SUEZ Chemical Monitoring and Solutions after SUEZ acquired General Electric’s Water Services Company in 2017, where she served as president. While at General Electric, Ericson helped lead the organization’s water purification efforts while managing the growth and profitability for the $1.2 billion business composed of over 2,700 employees.In her current role, Ericson is continuing her passion for mission-driven work with PPG in its efforts to “Protect and Beautify the World.”In today’s episode we talk to...2022-06-2227 min
The Metal Pack PodS2, Ep9: Mark Williams, GreenbankJoining us for this episode is Mark Williams, managing director of Greenbank Technology. Greenbank is one of the market leaders in the design, development and manufacture of “Two Piece Can Making Equipment – and specifically can ovens, washers and dryers” with over 650 installations in 45 countries. In this episode Mark has an exclusive for us, as we learn of an exciting new industry announcement.2022-06-0926 minThe Metal Pack PodS2, Ep8: Mark Smyth, SmithersJoining us is Mark Smyth, author of research company Smithers’ new report on the future of metal packaging and coatings. In the podcast, Mark explains the findings of Smithers’ recent report the Future of Metal Packaging and Coatings to 2027. A friend of the show, having been a guest in 2021, we discuss the latest findings from the report and examine the key variables involved as we move forward into the post pandemic can making world.2022-05-2537 min
The Metal Pack PodS2 Ep7: "I can't think of another industry where I'd want to be right now"Joining the pod is Marc Hoche - Vice President/General Manager, CarnaudMetalbox Engineering.Marc is a mechanical engineer by trade, after serving 10 years in the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, he then went on to work in heavy industry, most notably for Caterpillar and Cummins. After gaining a Business degree and an MBA, Marc then switched industries in 2013, where he began his career at CarnaudMetalbox Engineering as Head of Sales. He led the global sales and aftermarket teams for seven years before moving into his current role in Jan 2021.In the podcast...2022-05-0151 min
The Metal Pack PodS2, Ep6: We all know Aluminium is Amazing – but what about the next generation?Joining The Metal Pack Pod are 2 special guests as we discuss another recently launched podcast – Amazing Aluminium, a podcast dedicated to engaging children in the importance of aluminium recycling. The podcast has been produced by the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation, and Fun Kids, a leading producer of audio and video content, online visual resources and experiential activities, reaching over 2,000,000 children and parents each month across the UK. During the episode we discuss the importance of engaging the next generation, and how the industry can benefit with new and innovative ways of promoting the industry.2022-03-2437 min
Stereo Embers: The PodcastStereo Embers The Podcast: 0266 Curtis Stigers“This Life”
Raised in Idaho and California, Curtis Stigers is likely comfortable in the snow and the sun--and musically, he’s equally as versatile. Trained in clarinet and saxophone, Stigers loved blues and punk rock as a kid, but found himself gravitating to jazz clubs as he came of age. He graduated from high school and high-tailed it to NY to pursue his rock and roll dream, but it was jazz that made that dream come true. His debut album went multi platinum, he appeared on the rather massive Bodyguard soundtrack and after putting out a few jazz records, he knocke...2022-03-091h 16
The Metal Pack PodSeason 2, Episode 5: Vobev – challenging the status quoWe talk to Vobev's general manager Eric Cudnohoske about how Vobev aims to change the dynamics of the can making supply chain forever.2022-01-0724 min
The Metal Pack PodSeason 2 Episode 4: Why every can countsWe welcome Chris Latham-Warde and Roisin O’Brien, who are Programme Managers for Every Can Counts in the Uk and Ireland respectively. We find out more about the great strides the organisation is making to encourage beverage can recycling in Europe. From terrific social media campaigns to on the front line action to speak at festivals, Chris and Roisin provide a terrific snapshot into how we can all do more to improve our circularity and we do find out why truly, every can does count.2021-12-1027 min
The Metal Pack PodSeason 2, Episode 3: US Beverage Can Recycling TargetsThe aluminium beverage can industry in the US has announced new, ambitious aluminium beverage can recycling rate targets that will deliver significant environmental and economic impacts.These targets are being set through Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) and the Aluminum Association, and today we’re lucky to have Scott Breen, vice president of sustainability at CMI, and Matt Meenan, Senior Director, External Affairs at the Aluminum Association. In the show, we discuss the importance of these new recycling rate targets in the US and the roadmap to success.2021-12-1030 min
College Football ThrowdownCFT 107: Nebraska vs Fordham Recap & Week 2 PreviewAlex and Pete sat down this week to discuss Nebraska's convincing victory over Fordham as well as the many good games from this week of national college football. They also chat about the Big 12 Expansion rumors and preview Nebraska's upcoming game against Buffalo.2021-09-091h 00
The Metal Pack PodSeason 2, Ep 2: "An opportunity of a lifetime" : Eric Slamans, HenkelEric Slamans is Vice President Metals Americas at Henkel Corporation. Eric chats to the Metal Pack Pod about the huge growth in the can making industry in the US, how Henkel have had to adapt to service the demand in the industry, and the company's innovation, particularly on a sustainability level.2021-09-0234 min
The Metal Pack PodSeason 2, Ep 1: Scott Breen, Can Manufacturers InstituteScott Breen is Vice President of Sustainability at the Can Manufacturers Institute. Scott talks to the Metal Pack Pod about the on-going issues important to the US can making industry, how the industry can be more sustainable and how the organisation are supporting its members during this vibrant time.2021-09-0231 minCollege Football ThrowdownCFT 106: Nebraska vs Illinois Recap & Fordham PreviewAlex and Pete discuss Nebraska's disappointing loss to Illinois, Scott Frost's future, and the upcoming Fordham game.2021-09-021h 00
The Metal Pack PodRoeslein: Meeting Global Can DemandBrian Sneed, President and COO at Roeslein & Associates, joins us to speak about the company's expansion plans to meet the global can demand and current trends in the industry.2021-06-1035 min
The Metal Pack PodInnovating during a pandemicThe Metal Pack Pod talks to Dan Abramowicz, CTO at Crown Holdings, about innovating during a pandemic, how Dan has kept his team fresh, despite the treadmill of Zoom calls, and his thoughts on the on-going growth in the metal packaging sector.2021-04-2936 min
The Metal Pack PodRaising awareness of metal packagingAlex Fordham chats to Michael Mapes, CEO of Trivium Packaging. They talk raising awareness of metal packaging, Trivium's sustainability efforts and how the company has adapted post Ardagh/Exal merger.2021-04-0922 min
BSSF's Sports Business PodcastEpisode 9: Recapping our Sports Business SymposiumNick and Alex are back again with the first episode of season 2 of the BSSF Sports Business Podcast! Kicking things off, we recap BSSF's signature event of the year, the ninth annual Sports Business Symposium. With two fantastic keynote speakers - Mary Cain and Tim Hinchey - and three informative panels on Disruptors, Partnerships and Communications, we give our main takeaways and lessons from the event. And as always, a game of the week as well.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bssfordham/message2021-04-0155 min
Shifties PodcastShifties Success Stories 3 - Aina Gomez & Tom FordhamWelcome to the Shifties Success Stories with Alex Hughes, Entrepreneur and Founder of Shifties. In this series, we are going to bring to you real-life stories of Business Owners in our community as they openly share their ups & downs in business.In this episode, we welcome two amazing people; Aina Gomez Piza, Family Memento and Tom Fordham, Tom Fordham Video. Both have an amazing story to tell which they share with us. I have worked with many Entrepreneurs but both of them are right up there as people I look forward to collaborating with more i...2021-03-1132 min
The Metal Pack PodProblem of a fixed rate Deposit Return SchemeAlupro's Rick Hindley discusses the issue of a fixed Deposit Return Scheme in the UK. What are the consequences for the can making industry in the UK?2021-02-2630 minThe Metal Pack PodMetal packaging industry is boomingOur guest is Mark Smyth, author of the Smithers Pira study "Metal Packaging and Coatings to 2025". Mark has 40 years’ experience working for American Can, NaCanco, American National Can, Pechiney, Impress and Ardagh Group.2021-02-1930 min
The Commuter PodcastHow to Fight Zoom Fatigue and SADOn this episode of the Commuter Podcast, Sakshi and Jeffany are joined by two special guests -- CAs Alex and Lily from the Wellness Committee. The four of them discuss ways for commuters to combat SAD during these winter months and with another mostly remote semester.2021-02-0113 min
The Metal Pack PodBringing water for those that need it mostEpisode 3 is Greg Stromberg, is founder and CEO of CannedWater4Kids CannedWater4kids (cW4k) was established on January 22, 2008, by Greg Stromberg, a 47-year veteran of the packaging industry focused on cans.He was alarmed at the rate at which children worldwide were dying from waterborne diseases caused by the lack of clean, safe drinking waterThe aluminium can and aluminium bottle have become a billboard for broadcasting the charity’s purpose of providing safe drinking water for those that need it most.2021-01-2829 min
The Metal Pack PodChallenges of real circularityEpisode 2 features Marcel Arsand, Director of Sustainability and Public Affairs, Ball Beverage Packaging EMEA.With experience in the waste management and food and drink sectors, Marcel has worked with organisations as diverse as Recoup, WRAP, DS Smith and now Ball. Marcel discusses the opportunities involved for metal packaging as we emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic!2021-01-2031 min
The Metal Pack PodProblem of food wasteJoining host on Alex Fordham on Episode 1 is Robert Fell – Robert is CEO of the Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association in the UK.They discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the can making industry, and other pertinent topics including food waste, carbon footprint and growing the metal packaging industry.2021-01-1234 minBSSF's Sports Business PodcastEpisode 8: The future of fans in sportsNick and Alex are back with another news roundup! This time, discussing how the recent coronavirus vaccine news affects the future of fans in sports, both domestically and the upcoming Olympic games. We also recap NASCAR's surprising success, the NCAA's plan for the upcoming college basketball season and much more.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bssfordham/message2020-11-2057 min
Get Shift Done PodcastShifties Success Stories - Episode 3Welcome to the Get Shift Done Podcast with Alex Hughes, Entrepreneur and Founder of Shifties.
In this series, we are going to bring to you real-life stories of Business Owners in our community as they openly share their ups & downs in business.
In this episode, we welcome two amazing humans, Aina Gomez Piza from Family Memento and Tom Fordham from Tom Fordham Video, both have an amazing story to tell and share that with us today. I have worked with many Entrepreneurs but both of them are right up there as people I look...2020-11-1100 minBSSF's Sports Business PodcastEpisode 7: The NBA eyes its return and a big battle brewing over Sunday Night FootballNick and Alex are back for another news roundup in this week's episode of BSSF's Sports Business Podcast! We're talking the NBA nearing a Christmastime start to the 2020-2021 season, NBC and ESPN's billion-dollar bidding war for Sunday Night Football, the proliferation of sports betting and much more.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bssfordham/message2020-11-0654 minBSSF's Sports Business PodcastEpisode 6 - Kenny PordonNick and Alex welcome in Fordham alum and former League Marketing Director for the XFL, Kenny Pordon, to share his wealth of experience with the NFL, CBS, XFL, his insights into the sports business industry, and much more.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bssfordham/message2020-10-3058 min
The Commuter PodcastCommuter Horror StoriesOn the second episode of The Commuter Podcast, Sakshi and Jeffany are joined by special guests Alex and Rumaisa, who share their own commuter "horror" stories (in time for Halloween), ranging from missing a midterm to missing class registration due to a lengthy commute. In the end, they give their words of wisdom to all the commuters, especially freshmen, who tune in on how to avoid such horror stories and how to deal with them with grace if such instances do occur. 2020-10-1920 minBSSF's Sports Business PodcastEpisode 3: It's Championship SeasonNicholas Lehman and Alex Wolz return with Episode 3 of BSSF's Sports Business Podcast! This time, we are talking about the NBA Finals' rating struggles, the future of the NBA and NHL, the XFL's return and the interesting jersey sales across some major sports. All that and more in this week's episode!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bssfordham/message2020-10-081h 00BSSF's Sports Business PodcastEpisode 2: Major news in the Big Apple and the return of Big Ten footballIn Episode 2 of BSSF's Sports Business podcast, Nicholas Lehman and Alex Wolz break down a busy week in the sports business world. Steve Cohen looks destined to be the new owner of the New York Mets, the Big Ten locks in a fall football season, NFL rankings take a hit and sports betting sets a new benchmark in New Jersey. All that and more on this week's episode!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bssfordham/message2020-09-1754 minBSSF's Sports Business PodcastEpisode 1: Looking across the sports landscapeIn the first full episode of BSSF's Sports Business Podcast, Nicholas Lehman and Alex Wolz take a deep dive into the biggest headlines in professional sports. From the success of NBA and NHL bubbles to MLB's negotiations, the advent of a new football season and the plans for the Tokyo Olympics, we analyze the stories dominating the last few months from a business point of view.
To keep up with all things BSSF, follow us on social media and visit our new website, bssfordham.org
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...2020-09-1057 minBSSF's Sports Business PodcastWelcome to BSSF's Sports Business Podcast!Nicholas Lehman, president of the Business of Sports Society at Fordham, and Alex Wolz, give you just a little tease of what to expect from BSSF's Sports Business Podcast over the coming months.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bssfordham/message2020-09-0306 min
Stereo Embers: The PodcastStereo Embers The Podcast 0160: Remembering Walter Lure (The Heartbreakers)"A Punk Who Reads Proust”
Remembering Walter Lure. As a member of The Heartbreakers, Walter Lure may have tenured in one of the most hedonistic, wild and downright feral punk bands of all time, but there was a lot more to this native New Yorker than met the eye. For one, before Lure joined the Heartbreakers he had finished college, graduating from Fordham with an English major and a minor in Chemistry. Lure survived the Heartbreakers and went from being a punk rocker to being a stockbroker. Not a normal punk trajectory, but Lure is a man of great texture an...2020-08-231h 04