The Art of Standing Out in Content Creation w/ Sean Cannell | Recast
In this episode, Chris Do joins Sean Cannell from Think Media for a deep dive into AI, personal branding, and what it takes to stand out in today’s creator economy. Sean, a successful entrepreneur and content strategist, shares insights on AI’s disruptive potential, how to use it as a productivity tool, and the evolving landscape of content creation.
Chris and Sean break down the importance of authenticity, goal setting, and work-life balance while discussing the role of personal websites in a social-first world. They explore how creators can position themselves for long-term success by leveraging their unique voice, refining their brand, and staying ahead of industry trends. Throughout the conversation, they provide actionable steps for creators looking to elevate their content and future-proof their careers.
Timestamps:
(00:00) — Intro
(04:32) — Audience trust foundations
(09:01) — Corporate values misalignment
(13:42) — Trend chasing pitfalls
(18:20) — Community identity questions
(22:57) — Coca-Cola brand positioning
(27:15) — Nike Kaepernick case study
(31:44) — Content creators’ comparisons
(36:10) — Building a loyal audience
(40:52) — Long-form strategy mindset
(45:28) — Curse of knowledge explained
(50:07) — Turning ideas into content
(54:49) — Structuring video distribution
(59:33) — New creator vs expert approach
(01:04:12) — Packaging information well
(01:09:01) — Creator growth challenges
(01:13:45) — Chris on skincare humor
(01:17:58) — Identity and aging jokes
(01:22:41) — Podcast multitasking reality
(01:26:05) — Mind-space of podcasters
(01:29:10) — Final reflections and sign-off
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Rethinking Creativity in the Age of AI w/ Jodie Cook | Ep 400
In this episode, Chris Do and Jodie Cook explore how creatives should approach AI, balancing curiosity with the fear many still hold. They examine how AI reshapes workflows, speeds up production, and challenges long-standing ideas about originality.
Chris shares examples from design, film, and typography to show how every generation labels new tools as “cheating.” Jodie adds how AI expands creative capacity, boosts output, and accelerates learning. Together, they highlight the ongoing tension between authenticity, efficiency, and evolving creative standards.
Timestamps
(00:00) - Intro
(01:00) - How creatives use AI
(12:13) - Creative history boosts clarity
(13:20) - AI removes blank-page paralysis
(16:40) - AI speeds Photoshop workflow
(20:38) - Faster iteration using AI
(24:10) - New artistic forms emerging
(26:26) - First AI-generated podcast
(30:25) - Citing sources for transparency
(47:59) - Automated summary and analysis
(01:03:19) - AI enhancing creative work
(01:20:39) - Final message on adaptation
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Unlocking Your Higher Self w/ Jay Brown | Ep 399
In this episode, Chris Do sits down with Jay Brown for a deep and expansive conversation about identity, spirituality, and the pursuit of purpose. Jay shares his journey from growing up between the Philippines, San Diego, and Hawaii to becoming a standout high-school athlete with dreams of professional football. After an ACL tear ended his career, he stepped into entrepreneurship—launching a music licensing company, producing large-scale events, and navigating fame, anxiety, and internal dissonance. Major personal losses in 2013 pushed him toward deeper self-understanding, eventually guiding him to the transformational work he does today.
Timestamps
(00:00) - Intro
(01:39) - Jay shares early upbringing
(05:12) - Identity and early influences
(12:46) - Culture and multiverse emergence
(18:57) - Artists channel divine insight
(22:14) - Creativity as spiritual access
(27:24) - Misalignment drains life force
(30:35) - Preparing vessel for intuition
(41:52) - Multidimensional self exploration
(52:39) - Releasing inherited narratives
(59:53) - Guided mental programming moment
(01:00:39) - Facebook post leads to Airbnb
(01:01:33) - Airbnb host culture discussion
(01:06:58) - Building deeper human connection
(01:10:19) - Success but misalignment theme
(01:11:56) - People addicted to courses
(01:12:50) - Teaching without full mechanics
(01:16:35) - Stress patterns harming society
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What Grief Teaches Us About Love w/ Jule Kim | Ep 398
In this episode, Chris Do sits down with coach and creator Jule Kim for a powerful and emotional discussion on grief, loss, and healing. Jule opens up about losing her brother unexpectedly and how it reshaped her understanding of family, identity, and emotional connection.
Together, they explore the cultural pressures that discourage vulnerability, the struggle to feel deeply, and how grief forces self-discovery in unexpected ways. Chris offers thoughtful reflections on empathy, boundaries, and how to truly support someone through pain.
Timestamps
(00:00) - Intro
(01:36) - Lessons learned in loss
(02:35) - Why no one talks about grief
(03:13) - Chris on family and mortality
(10:59) - How her brother’s death hit
(18:20) - Hidden trauma and autism shared
(24:33) - Organ donation process begins
(33:42) - Family conflict and decision-making
(41:43) - Legacy and meaning after loss
(43:00) - Rituals, closure, and moving on
(50:00) - Sudden emotions and healing process
(58:18) - Preparing loved ones for the future
(59:04) - Memories preserved through media
(01:10:40) - Lessons learned from loss
(01:15:25) - Acceptance and emotional growth
(01:20:12) - Depression, family history, and healing
(01:21:07) - Message of hope and help
(01:21:38) - Crisis lifeline and support call
(01:22:00) - Deep grief and full surrender
(01:25:45) - Reflections and gratitude
Check out today's guest, Jule Kim:
Jule's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julekim/
Jule's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjulekim
Executive Coach Jule Kim : https://adviceactually.com/
Jule Kim's Podcasts:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wy7NzSjPBFU42tGS0jUeB?si=27adaa65f448473c
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-how-you-think-a-personal-growth-and/id1821606552
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The Business of Creative Leadership w/ Geoff Cook | Ep 397
In this episode of The Futur Podcast, Chris Do sits down with Geoff Cook, founder of Base Design New York, to explore the art of world-building through branding. Geoff recounts his early days at DKNY, where he learned the fundamentals of brand, culture, and retail experience before co-founding Base around the turn of the millennium.
Together, they discuss how his marketing background shaped his approach to strategy and storytelling—skills that continue to guide his creative leadership today. Geoff shares insights on the intersection of design, business, and emotion, emphasizing how understanding brand perception drives everything from positioning to execution.
Timestamps
(00:00) - Intro
(03:34) - Breaking into DKNY fashion
(07:09) - Founding Base Design New York
(10:44) - Lessons from brand culture
(14:19) - Growth through early leadership
(17:54) - Adapting to creative disruption
(21:29) - What AI can’t replace
(25:04) - The rise of world-building
(28:39) - Story behind Matcha Brand “12”
(32:14) - Creating immersive brand worlds
(35:49) - Speaking business as designers
(39:24) - Defining brand perception clearly
(42:59) - Research and market positioning
(46:34) - Aligning stakeholders for success
(50:09) - Writing effective creative briefs
(53:44) - Managing client misalignment issues
(57:19) - Turning strategy into business growth
(01:00:54) - Measuring creative brand success
(01:04:29) - Future of branding with AI
Check out today's guest, Geoff Cook:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoff-cook-b587804
Website: https://www.basedesign.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreycook/?hl=en
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The Futur Podcast is a show that explores the interesting overlap between design, marketing, and business. Our host (and CEO of The Futur), Chris Do, hold candid conversations with inspirational people from the worlds of design, technology, marketing, business, philosophy and personal development. These conversations go deep. With the aim of understanding who these incredible people are, what drives them to do what they do, and what can we--the listener--learn from it all. Visit thefutur.com/podcast for show notes and additional information from each episode.
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