The Futur

In this episode, Chris Do sits down with futurist and creative AI researcher Don Allen Stevenson III for a wide-ranging conversation on emerging technology, spatial computing, and how subjective realities will reshape the way humans interact with the world. Don shares his journey from DreamWorks Animation to becoming a leading voice on accessible creativity, discussing the tools, interfaces, and philosophies that drive his work. They explore how animation-style thinking can change how people learn, create, and communicate visually. Chris and Don also dig into the emotional, ethical, and cultural implications of AI-powered technologies and the personal stories that fuel Don’s mission. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro(04:12) — Bob Ross influence explained(08:58) — Subjective reality breakdown(13:47) — Shared whiteboard in mixed reality(18:15) — Facial recognition future tools(22:03) — Bias, avatars, and public perception(26:44) — Social signaling and safety cues(31:20) — Futurist optimism vs realism(36:02) — Et