The Kirk + Kurtts Design Podcast

Kirk Visola & Andy Kurtts
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The Kirk + Kurtts Design Podcast

Kirk Visola and Andy Kurtts take a fun look and analysis at branding and design. The fun nuances, textures, colors, and disruption that branding and all that goes with it may take on. Their insight is fun and honest with the hopes of educating those who tune in. And, being small business owners, they face many of the trials and obstacles that others face and speak towards that as well. No matter what, it's always a good time when these two get together and you might learn a little something new about that pretty little design or branding that you just saw. 

  1. Autumnal Beers & Jeers, Pumpkin Beer Review

    NOV 25

    Autumnal Beers & Jeers, Pumpkin Beer Review

    Send us a textIn this festive fall edition, hosts Kirk and Andy get together for their annual pumpkin-themed design review. With their signature wit and charm, the duo explores the bold, bizarre, and beautiful world of pumpkin-inspired product packaging and branding.From Andy’s critique of a pumpkin-spiced spiked latte with questionable flavors but stellar design, to Kirk’s enthusiasm for non-alcoholic craft beers with spooky seasonal vibes, this episode is packed with insightful design break...

    40 min
  2. Lex Evan, Founder, CEO & Chef at LEXINGTON BAKES, Designer, Creative

    NOV 15

    Lex Evan, Founder, CEO & Chef at LEXINGTON BAKES, Designer, Creative

    Send us a textJoin hosts Kirk and Andy in this deliciously inspiring episode! We welcome the audacious and innovative Lex Evan, founder, CEO, and chief of Lexington Bakes (LXB), an eco-conscious luxury dessert brand redefining nostalgic treats. With 15 years of experience leading design and strategy for global beauty and wellness giants, Lex has seamlessly blended their passion for storytelling, sustainability, and creativity into every bite of LXB's award-winning offerings.Dive deep into Lex...

    49 min
  3. Samantha Fagan, Website Strategist and Developer, Web Design, UX/UI, and WordPress Expertise

    OCT 28

    Samantha Fagan, Website Strategist and Developer, Web Design, UX/UI, and WordPress Expertise

    Send us a textIn this episode of the Kirk & Kurtts Design Podcast, Kirk and Andy chat with Sam Fagan, a "Swiss Army knife" of digital design and development. Sam’s skill set spans website design, HTML/CSS coding, WordPress development, project management, and copywriting. Beyond her technical expertise, she’s dedicated to helping small businesses and nonprofits turn customers into passionate fans by creating strategic, engaging digital experiences.Sam shares her journey from New York to A...

    55 min
  4. Fred Hart, Creative Consultant & Design Strategist at Hart Brands, Advisor, Mentor

    SEP 30

    Fred Hart, Creative Consultant & Design Strategist at Hart Brands, Advisor, Mentor

    Send us a textKicking off Season 4 of the K+K show!!!In this episode we welcome Fred Hart, a dynamic designer, strategist, and sneaker aficionado who recently went on his own after nine years at the helm of Interact. Fresh off a major life transition and celebrating his child's first birthday, Fred sits down with Kirk and Andy K, to dive into a conversation packed with creativity, culture, and career reflections.Fred’s journey into design started with a love for sneakers and basketball, growi...

    52 min
  5. Amber Walls, Senior Director, Global Standards at GS1 US

    SEP 16

    Amber Walls, Senior Director, Global Standards at GS1 US

    Send us a textJoin hosts Kirk Visola, founder of Mind the Font, and Andy Kurtts, founder of Buttermilk Creative, sit down with barcode enthusiast Amber Walls from GS1 US. Amber dives into the fascinating world of barcodes, discussing their vital role in retail, packaging, and supply chains. Amber shares her unique journey into the world of barcodes, starting at a Cornhole game during a digital coupon conference — because who knew Cornhole could lead to a career in barcodes? Amber explains her...

    42 min
  6. Integral CPG, Rifle Hughes, Co-founder, Glenn Pappalardo, Co-Founder, Strategy & Innovation for Food and Beverage Brands

    AUG 29

    Integral CPG, Rifle Hughes, Co-founder, Glenn Pappalardo, Co-Founder, Strategy & Innovation for Food and Beverage Brands

    Send us a textIn this episode, hosts Kirk Visola and Andy Kurtts dive into the world of brand strategy and innovation with special guests Rifle Hughes and Glenn Pappalardo from Integral CPG, highlighting the importance of creativity, strategy, and collaboration in building successful brands.Rifle and Glenn share their journey from their days at JPG, where they met and began collaborating on projects, to founding Integral CPG—a brand strategy powerhouse dedicated to helping companies innovate ...

    41 min
  7. Craig Steckbeck, Creative Director, Mentor, Chief Marketing Officer & Director of Innovation

    AUG 16

    Craig Steckbeck, Creative Director, Mentor, Chief Marketing Officer & Director of Innovation

    Send us a textIn this special episode of the Kirk and Kurtz Design Podcast, Kirk Visola and Andy Kurtts welcome the incredibly talented Craig Steckbeck, a creative powerhouse with nearly two decades of experience in the design industry. As the founder and creative director of Mind the Font, Kirk sets the stage with his signature enthusiasm, introducing Craig, a designer whose mission is to elevate the creative bar, not just for his team, but for clients and vendors alike.Craig’s journey in th...

    43 min
  8. Richard Moniz, Founder Rich Insights Research, Eye-Tracking & Neuro & Emotive Methodologies for Small and Mid-size CPGs

    AUG 8

    Richard Moniz, Founder Rich Insights Research, Eye-Tracking & Neuro & Emotive Methodologies for Small and Mid-size CPGs

    Send us a textJoin Kirk Visola, founder and creative director of Mind the Font, and Andy Kurtts, founder and creative director of Buttermilk Creative, as they dive into the fascinating world of consumer research with their guest, Rich Moniz.Rich Moniz, founder of Rich Insights, brings over a decade of experience in the research industry. His company helps brands understand their shoppers through advanced techniques like eye tracking, facial coding, and other neuro and emotive methodologies. R...

    37 min
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Kirk Visola and Andy Kurtts take a fun look and analysis at branding and design. The fun nuances, textures, colors, and disruption that branding and all that goes with it may take on. Their insight is fun and honest with the hopes of educating those who tune in. And, being small business owners, they face many of the trials and obstacles that others face and speak towards that as well. No matter what, it's always a good time when these two get together and you might learn a little something new about that pretty little design or branding that you just saw. 

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  • Creator
    Kirk Visola & Andy Kurtts
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    85
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Kirk + Kurtts Design Podcast
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