The Futur with Chris Do
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.
Episodes
October 4, 2025 • 50 mins
On this episode of The Futur Podcast, Chris Do talks with Scottish visual artist Craig Black about what it takes to reinvent yourself, embrace fear, and build a thriving creative career around your own unique style.
Craig’s journey spans professional football, typography, and ultimately his signature “Acrylic Fusion” technique—a paint-pouring process that’s landed him collaborations with UEFA, FIFA, and Porsche. But behind the glo...
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October 2, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode, Chris Do speaks with Ranbir Arora about reaching product–market fit without lighting the budget on fire. They explore One Day’s “university for entrepreneurs,” how the mentor-led model works in practice, and why its accredited MBA is earned by building a real business—not cranking out essays.
They also cover how to start by finding a real, painful problem, prove demand before building, and work through seven types...
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September 27, 2025 • 9 mins
Why do clients hesitate even when they’ve already agreed on price? In this short solo episode, Chris Do breaks down the hidden reasons deals stall—and what you can do about it.
You’ll learn how to ask better questions, prove you’re listening, avoid oversharing, and keep calls tight and focused. Chris also shares subtle ways to earn trust, build rapport, and guide conversations without forcing them. If you’ve ever lost a deal after...
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September 25, 2025 • 50 mins
What makes a boss “bad”—and why do so many talented people end up working for them? Author and marketing executive Mita Malick joins Chris Do to share the stories behind her new book, The Devil Emails at Midnight, including how childhood bullying shaped her empathy and her mission to create healthier workplaces.
Together, they break down 13 toxic boss archetypes, the hidden triggers that turn well-meaning leaders into bad ones, an...
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September 20, 2025 • 44 mins
Retail isn’t dead—it’s transforming. Laura Marrero, Partner and Strategy Director at Gensler, reveals why the best brands are rethinking stores as experiences, not just points of sale.
We explore the “PhD” of retail—Physical, Human, Digital—and why the future is less about malls and more about destinations that build belonging. From Westfield Century City to the rise of retailtainment, Laura explains how to design spaces that peop...
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September 18, 2025 • 54 mins
Most creatives avoid building a personal brand because it feels like chasing clout. But in this conversation, Chris Do and Matt Essam flip the script: personal branding isn’t about being famous—it’s about being findable, credible, and trusted at scale.
You’ll learn why “attention without influence” is meaningless, how the Know–Like–Trust framework still rules, and why your reputation is the most powerful marketing asset you’ll eve...
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September 13, 2025 • 51 mins
Chris Do sits down with strategist and partnership builder Priscilla Lau to talk about the business of relationships. From her early days at Google and YouTube to launching Representation Matters, Priscilla shares how she helps creators and brands build partnerships that grow both revenue and community.
They cover the creator economy, selling without sleaze, the “zone of genius,” and why identity and style matter in business. This...
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September 11, 2025 • 113 mins
What if the secret to standing out on LinkedIn isn’t posting more—but mastering comments?
In this episode, Chris Do talks with copywriter and creative strategist Jasmin Alic about building influence, writing with rhythm, and showing up with consistency. From his early days as a rapper to becoming one of LinkedIn’s most engaging voices, Jasmin breaks down how creators can use discipline, habits, and authentic interaction to earn vi...
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September 6, 2025 • 51 mins
What’s the real cost of internet fame? In this episode, Chris and Jodie Cook break down the hidden pressures of building a big online audience—relentless DMs, parasocial fans, and the constant demand for time and attention.
You’ll learn how to set boundaries, use automation to manage inbox overload, and price coaching calls in a way that protects your energy while increasing client results. Jodie also shares the challenges of auth...
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September 4, 2025 • 46 mins
From Atlanta studios to Hollywood sets to inventing new technology, Troy Plota has built a career on persistence and reinvention. In this conversation with Chris Do, he shares how he went from organizing model books to shooting celebrities, the $35K day that changed everything, and the app that transformed still photos into living motion.
But the story doesn’t stop there. Troy opens up about clients who refused to pay, platforms t...
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August 30, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode, Chris Do reunites with Allan Dib, bestselling author of The One Page Marketing Plan and Lean Marketing, to break down timeless marketing truths in a noisy AI-driven world.
Using his playful “wedding episode” framework—something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue—Allan shares why fundamentals never go out of style, how AI is an Iron Man suit (not a replacement), why creativity and identity are t...
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August 28, 2025 • 36 mins
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In this episode, Chris Do sits down with designer, filmmaker, and creative entrepreneur Stan Nwaeze to unpack the story of how he built himself—from growing up with scarcity in Nigeria to crafting a career rooted in vision, values, and relentless curiosity.
Stan traces his path from teaching himself HTML and design, to shifting into brandin...
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August 23, 2025 • 51 mins
Why do we care so much about what other people think? In this candid and thought-provoking conversation, Chris Do and Jodie Cook unpack the roots of identity, judgment, and self-worth.
From school systems that condition conformity, to the subtle ways parents shape our sense of pride and achievement, Chris and Jodie explore how external validation can quietly dictate our happiness. They discuss the difference between praise and gra...
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August 21, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode, Chris Do sits down with CPA, creator, and entrepreneur Hector Garcia to unpack how he’s blended accounting, content, and community into a career that defies categories.
From building his bookkeeping firm out of Florida to becoming one of the most influential voices in the QuickBooks world, Hector shares how documenting his learning journey on YouTube turned into a thriving practice, new ventures, and over 300,000 ...
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August 16, 2025 • 51 mins
What if your brand could capture attention like a Hollywood blockbuster?
In this episode of The Futur Podcast, Chris Do sits down with Greg Logan—founder of Narrativity and author of Creating a Blockbuster Brand—to unpack how the world’s most successful movies can teach us how to tell unforgettable brand stories.
Greg explains why the Hero’s Journey works every time, how to define your brand’s quest, and why storytelling—not fact...
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August 14, 2025 • 50 mins
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In this episode, Chris Do sits down with brand strategist and storyteller Sun Yi to unpack the truth behind internet personas, the realities of creative entrepreneurship, and how storytelling unlocks influence.
From building his agency out of a New York apartment (and sleeping in the office) to helping others reframe their own narratives, Sun...
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August 9, 2025 • 40 mins
In this episode, I sit down with Jodie Cook—entrepreneur, author, and powerlifter—for an unfiltered conversation on building an agency that fits the life you want to live.
From rabbits, deer, and elephants to whales and dolphins, we unpack how to categorize clients, know which ones to pursue, and why chasing the wrong type can leave your business overrun, exhausted, or stuck.
Timestamps:
(0:00) Intro
(1:46) What Are Deer Cli...
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August 7, 2025 • 30 mins
In this analog-meets-now episode, Chris sits down with legendary publisher Marvin Scott Jarrett and visionary designer Chris Ashworth to revisit the bold, rebellious energy of the 90s print scene—and why it still matters in today’s algorithmic world.
From their game-changing days at Ray Gun to their latest creative collaborations, the trio unpacks how embracing imperfection, trusting your eye, and responding to constraints can unl...
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August 2, 2025 • 13 mins
We all know we should tell better stories—but how do you do it when you’re creating business content, not writing a novel?
In this solo episode, Chris Do breaks down the YOU + POV framework for storytelling, showing creators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders how to share stories that make their content unforgettable.
If you’ve ever felt like your content blends into the noise, this episode will teach you how to share stories ...
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July 31, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode, Chris sits down with legendary CEO and leadership thinker Dr. Klaus Kleinfeld for a deep dive into the hidden engine behind long-term success: energy.
From running global companies like Siemens and Alcoa to mentoring the next generation of leaders, Klaus shares why burnout is not a badge of honor—and how purpose, mindset, and daily habits are the real levers of performance. This conversation is a masterclass on ma...
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