1seventh the Podcast
Join Peter Jude Ricciardi and Jeff Litcofsky of Brandartica, a full-service creative agency, as they dive into candid, offbeat conversations with founders, brand managers, and artists. Through a series of unconventional and sometimes questionable questions, they uncover the hidden gears turning in the minds of those shaping culture and business. Expect raw insights, surprising detours, and a glimpse into the unique psyche of creators and leaders—all in quick, 20-30 minute episodes.
1seventh: Curiosity doesn’t always kill the cat… but it does lead to honesty, wit, and occasional acts of random weirdness.
“The mind is like an iceberg; it floats with one-seventh of its bulk above water.”
– Sigmund Freud
Our Latest Episode
Episode 19: Life Saving Tech, Building Drums, & Melting Pants
In this episode we talk with John Keane, Co-Founder & CEO of MindRhythm, a medical device startup that has developed an inexpensive, rapid test to detect the type of stroke someone is having before going to an ER.
John also owns the Noble & Cooley drum company, the oldest drum manufacturer in the US. Their premium drums are all custom-built and used by many professional musicians such as Phil Collins, Ringo Star, Kenny Chesney, and Oasis, just to name a few.
Drum roll please for John Keane!
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Brandartica Peter and Jeff interview CEOs, Founders, Brand presidents, and Non-Human Intelligences who have taken risks and colored outside the lines to succeed in business and in life. How, when, what…
Format: Short and punchy episodes (15-20 minutes)
Concept: Dive into successful business owners and brand leaders’ minds and experiences.
Extract key lessons, risks, and insights that made them successful. Each episode is packed with humor, irreverence, and actionable takeaways.
A Mix Of Questionable Questions:
- What were you surprised about most in terms of your target audience?
- What efforts have you made to create a sense of community with your customers?
- Did you have a clearly defined Go To Market (GTM) Strategy or was it developed over time with testing different things?
- What’s one misconception people often have about your industry or niche, and how do you work to change it?
- If you could have a giant billboard anyplace (anywhere), what would it say on it and why?
- Can you share a personal motto or philosophy that guides your approach to business or life?
- What was the most impactful book you have ever received as a gift? Why?
- Last person you shared a meal with – what was the main topic of discussion?
What is your favorite curse word? Least favorite? - At what moment do you know you hired the right person or team? What did they do or not do? Who was it, where are they now?
- Do you have any unusual habits? If so – what?