The Future Fox Podcast

Ep. 045 How 7-Minute Appointments Are Failing Patients | FROM 7-MINUTE DOCTOR VISITS TO REAL PATIENT CARE | Dr. Aaron Block | Future Fox Podcast

Dr. Aaron Block, family physician and co-founder of The Cove Concierge Medicine in Castle Rock, Colorado, joins us for a deep dive into how healthcare has lost its personal touch — and how concierge medicine is bringing it back. With a Master of Public Health and a passion for patient-centered care, Dr. Block unpacks why the average U.S. doctor visit lasts only seven minutes, what patients are missing in the traditional system, and how his model restores trust, empathy, and personalized attention. From lifestyle counseling and preventive care to white-glove access and same-day appointments, Dr. Block shares why he walked away from the insurance-dominated grind to build a practice where patients are truly heard, valued, and cared for. 📍 Based in Castle Rock, CO, The Cove serves patients of all ages—from toddlers to seniors—offering family medicine that blends science, empathy, and availability. 🦊 What You’ll Learn in This Episode * Why the traditional doctor visit averages just 7 minutes — and what’s missing. * How concierge medicine rebuilds trust and empathy between patients and physicians. * The difference between concierge medicine vs. direct primary care. * How transparent pricing and unlimited access give patients peace of mind. * Why Dr. Block believes healthcare should feel personal again. * 💬 Memorable Quote * “The average family physician visit in the United States today is seven minutes logged with a provider.” * “If you don’t know your provider, why are you going to trust anything I say?” * “When you’re a member of my practice… you have unlimited access.” 🔗 Connect with Dr. Aaron Block * Website: thecovecm.com [https://www.thecovecm.com/] * Instagram: @thecovecm [https://www.instagram.com/thecovecm] * LinkedIn: Dr. Aaron Block [https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronblockmd/] | The Cove Concierge Medicine   [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-cove-concierge-medicine/] * Follow The Future Fox Podcast: * Youtube: / @thefuturefoxpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaVLdtLQ4xAOfUO1LJi6A3Q] * Instagram: @futurefoxmedia * / futurefoxpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFlXdmw0YjF4anp0aGxUcnJORmhyZEVSU0FaQXxBQ3Jtc0tsYVJwaGZCd1FqUWJiX2stUUwwbTdVMDA3YmlCQ3pqNVJrVkVPVEdIQ01YWmxFUFhUZ2d1eVJqNFpNbWRXMnFSaXotbnpwaEZSU0ZCNkpHWlZOeTF1ZWEyUXpqeUY1V0xVbTcwYmJ0S1ZHTHpfN2F3OA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Ffuturefoxpodcast%2F&v=Y5Vpz0XV_9E] If this episode made you rethink what healthcare could look like, share it with someone who needs to hear it. And don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the Future Fox Podcast — it helps us bring more mission-driven stories to the pack. 👉 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. WATCH it on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TV91OhrVn0Q

Ep.044 FROM MEMOIR TO MOM MOVEMENT: Reclaim Joy as a Working Mom | How One Memoir Sparked a Mom Movement for Working Women Everywhere | Julia Sewell | Future Fox Podcast

Julia Sewell turned her personal journey into a rallying cry for working moms. As the founder of {Her}ald Coaching & Consulting and the face of The Self Made Mom, she’s on a mission to help women reclaim their power, intention, and joy while navigating the dual challenges of career and motherhood. In this episode of The Future Fox Podcast, Julia shares how writing her upcoming book, The Self Made Mom, became the catalyst for building a movement where working mothers can feel seen, supported, and inspired. We talk about redefining success beyond the job title, making intentional space for personal joy, and building a business that works for your life—without burning you out. If you’ve ever felt pulled between ambition and real life, this conversation will remind you that needing help doesn’t make you helpless—it makes you human. Watch the full episode, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear Julia’s message. What you’ll learn in this episode: * How a personal story can evolve into a movement that inspires change. * The biggest mindset shifts working moms need to thrive. * Why reclaiming joy is a business strategy, not just self-care. * How to move from in the business to on the business without guilt. 🕰️ Quick Burrow 00:00 – Introduction to Julia Sewell 02:15 – The dual identity: career woman and mother 07:40 – From magazine editor to leadership in finance 14:25 – Hitting rock-bottom depletion as a working mom 20:10 – Recognizing depletion vs. sadness 27:50 – Creating THE Self Made Mom and online community 35:30 – Why moms don’t want lowered expectations 40:45 – Asking for help before you’re in crisis 46:20 – Outsourcing vs. building community solutions 53:00 – Using business skills in your home life 59:10 – Redefining service and self-worth 1:04:30 – Practical changes companies can make for working moms 1:09:20 – The beloved’s table concept: saving a seat for yourself 1:15:40 – Book preview and community resources 🦊🦊 Best For The Pack * Working mothers balancing career and family. * Entrepreneurs building supportive workplace cultures. * Leaders seeking to retain and empower women in their organizations. 💬 Sound Fox * “Needing help doesn’t make you helpless and having a need doesn’t make you needy. It’s just the human experience.” * “Expect as much from me as you would from anyone else — just let me do it my way.” * “You forgot to put a chair for yourself at the beloved’s table.” * “It’s not bad. It’s just hard. And hard needs solutions.” If you’ve ever felt like you’re giving everything to your work and still losing yourself in the process, this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air. 👉 Listen now and share this episode with a working mom who deserves to hear she’s not alone. Connect with Julia Sewell: Website: https://www.theselfmademom.com/ [https://www.theselfmademom.com/]https://www.heraldcoaching.com/home [https://www.heraldcoaching.com/home]Instagram: @theselfmademom Book: The Self Made Mom (coming soon!) Follow The Future Fox Podcast: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFutureFoxPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@TheFutureFoxPodcast] Instagram: @futurefoxmedia

Ep. 043 The $20M Restoration CEO Who Treats Homes and Humans | From Crawl Spaces to CEO: How Travis Chancey Built a Purpose-Driven $20M Business

What happens when you combine four generations of family business, a spiritual transformation, and cutting-edge AI? You get Travis Chancey — founder and CEO of Abbotts Fire & Flood Cleanup and Restoration, and a driving force in Denver’s restoration industry. In this deeply personal episode of the Future Fox Podcast, Travis opens up about building a $20M restoration business while navigating addiction recovery, profound family loss, and raising a son with a complex mobility condition. His spiritual awakening not only saved his life but reshaped the company’s mission: helping people and property recover. From crawling under sewage-filled houses to implementing AI robots for property reports, Travis embodies both blue-collar grit and visionary leadership. He shares insights on his nonprofit work, emotional intelligence-based team training, and how he’s integrating AI innovation into a legacy business. What You'll Learn in This Episode * Why “Helping people and property recover” is more than a slogan — it’s a mission rooted in faith, trauma, and healing * How Travis grew Abbots from $6M to $20M during a period of intense spiritual rebirth * Why emotional intelligence is the new leadership currency and how Travis trains his crew on meditation, mindset, and mission * How AI is transforming restoration with tools like voice-to-report software and robotics 🕰️ Quick Burrow * 00:00 – Intro: Meet Travis Chansey of Abbots Fire & Flood * 02:35 – The 4-generation legacy: From West Virginia to Denver * 06:10 – Teaching at-risk kids to restoring homes * 11:22 – Rock bottom, spiritual awakening, and the meaning behind “Abbots” * 16:45 – Meditation, sobriety, and rebuilding life after loss * 22:20 – Building a mission-driven company with compassion + speed * 29:00 – AI innovation in property restoration (voice-to-report, SOP parsing) * 35:15 – Quantum healing beds, special needs outreach, and launching the Maddox Apollo Foundation * 42:55 – Hiring, training, and building team culture with intention * 51:30 – Full-service restoration: from mold to meth cleanup * 1:02:10 – “It’s not about the property—it’s about the people.” * 1:09:00 – Thoughts on AI, community, family, and the future of work Who Should Listen * Entrepreneurs building purpose-driven businesses through personal transformation * Trades and service-based business owners scaling legacy businesses in modern times * Marketing leaders and founders looking to infuse emotional intelligence into their culture and brand Memorable Quotes from Travis * “Helping people and property recover — that’s not just a tagline. That’s our mission.” * “After my brother passed, I went through a spiritual awakening. Abbots means ‘Heavenly Father.’” * “The new currency isn’t money — it’s people.” * “We’re not just teaching people how to fix homes. We’re teaching them how to breathe.” 🔥 Subscribe to the Future Fox Podcast for more raw conversations with mission-driven entrepreneurs. Follow us on Instagram @futurefoxpodcast [https://www.instagram.com/futurefoxpodcast] for behind-the-scenes updates and upcoming guests. 🎙 Guest: Travis Chancey * Instagram: @abbottsfireandflood [https://www.instagram.com/abbottsfireandflood/] * Website: abbottsfireandflood.com [https://abbottsfireandflood.com] * LinkedIn: Abbotts Cleanup & Restoration [https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbotts-cleanup-and-restoration/] Find us on Instagram | @&n

Ep. 042 How She Became a Preferred Vendor at Top Venues with Zero Wedding Experience | Stephany Knierim - SK Events | Future Fox Podcast

Stephany Knierim is the founder and CEO of SK Events [https://www.sk.events/], one of Colorado’s premier luxury wedding planning companies. With over 15 years of experience, Stephany has built a reputation for creating unforgettable, high-touch events for her clients—from corporate galas to luxury weddings at iconic venues like The Broadmoor and Garden of the Gods Club. But her path to the top? It started with no formal background in weddings. In this episode of The Future Fox Podcast, we sit down with Stephany to explore how she went from hedge fund office manager to a sought-after name in the luxury event space. She opens up about how she built SK Events from the ground up, navigated the industry as an outsider, and became a preferred vendor at top-tier venues through grit, hustle, and heart. 🎧 Key Takeaways: * You don’t need experience to start—you need hustle, heart, and people skills * Success in luxury markets comes from consistency, relationships, and attention to detail Listening to clients’ stories is what makes an event truly personal We also dive into: * Why vendor relationships matter more than advertising * What really defines a “luxury wedding” * How planners can build trust by being the calm in the chaos * Behind-the-scenes of a high-profile Bush family wedding * And what she’d do differently if she started all over again If you’re building a business based on reputation, referrals, and unforgettable client experiences—this episode is a must-listen. 🔑 Episode Highlights: * 02:10 – From hedge fund office manager to finding her calling * 06:44 – Coping with loss and working for free to break into events * 10:30 – Launching SK Events after moving to Colorado * 14:05 – Becoming a preferred vendor at The Broadmoor * 17:20 – What makes a wedding truly “luxury” * 22:40 – Why videographers get overlooked—and how to fix it * 28:15 – Building a relationship-driven business * 36:10 – Designing weddings around the couple’s unique story * 44:25 – Planning a Bush family wedding and guarding client privacy * 52:00 – Trends, budget tips, and what couples should really splurge on * 58:05 – Advice to new planners and what she’d do differently 💬 Quotes Worth Sharing: “I almost gave up on doing events because no one would let me in. So that’s why I started a company—to get my own experience.” “If couples could splurge on one thing, it’s linens. A tablecloth can change the entire feel of a room.” “Your job isn’t just to plan a wedding—it’s to be the calm in the chaos and the glue between every vendor, guest, and moment.” 👥 This Episode Is For: * Event planners and creatives breaking into high-end markets * Entrepreneurs scaling service-based businesses * Marketing teams focused on relationship-driven branding 🔗 Connect with Stephany: Website: www.sk.events [https://www.sk.events/] Instagram: @skeventspecialists [https://www.instagram.com/skeventspecialists/] 🌐 Stay Connected with Future Fox: Instagram: @futurefoxpodcast [https://www.instagram.com/futurefoxpodcast/] More info: www.futurefoxmedia.com [https://www.futurefoxmedia.com/] #luxuryweddings #eventplannerlife #futurefoxpodcast #weddingindustry #clienttrust #skweddings #celebrityweddingplanner #highprofileweddings #vendorintegrity #bushfamilywedding #weddingprivacy #femalefounder #eventprofs #brandreputation #weddingethics #luxurybrandstrategy #

Ep. 041 From Breakup to Business: How Ritual Indoor Cycling Is Redefining Fitness with Alison Brien | Future Fox Podcast

Alison Brien is the Co-founder and Cycling Instructor at Ritual Indoor Cycling — a movement studio rooted in rhythm, healing, and human connection. In this inspiring episode, Alison shares how a moment of personal heartbreak became the spark for creating a third space: a calming, community-first cycling studio where people come to move, feel, and reconnect with themselves. With a background in software, Pilates, and yoga, Alison’s journey is one of reinvention and resilience. She opens up about her early influences, including mentorship from actress and SoulCycle instructor Bevin Prince, and the challenges of launching a wellness business with intention. From pop-up rides in mall parking lots to creating inclusive spaces for emotional release, this conversation is a masterclass in building something meaningful. 🎧 In this episode, we explore: * How cycling can be a calming and healing experience * Why vulnerability is a strength in leadership and fitness * The power of building a “third space” that serves community, not just clients 🕰️ YouTube Chapters / Show Notes:  00:00 Intro  01:12 How heartbreak became the start of Ritual  03:58 “The room went quiet” — the moment Alison realized the power of movement  06:45 Finding healing through sweat, rhythm, and intention  08:30 The early challenges of launching a wellness studio  11:00 Building a brand on vulnerability, not performance  13:20 Why Ritual is different from other cycling studios  16:03 Training instructors to lead with empathy  18:45 How movement became her therapy  20:50 What she tells new clients walking through the door  24:15 Ritual’s approach to community and trust  27:00 How to create safe spaces for transformation  29:32 Final reflections on living your “why”  👥 Who Will Benefit:  * Fitness & wellness professionals  * Aspiring studio owners or coaches  * Anyone navigating grief, burnout, or transition  * People looking for healing through community and movement  ✨ Whether you’re a wellness entrepreneur, a business owner, or someone looking for purpose through movement, Alison’s story will move you. 💬 Quote of the Episode: "Cycling Doesn’t Have to Be Loud and Intimidating." https://www.linkedin.com/company/28179025/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true# "It should feel like a place where you can breathe and be."  "I didn’t want to build a studio where you had to perform to be enough."  -Alison Brien [https://www.linkedin.com/company/28179025/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true#] 📺 Watch the full video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ex-z9edC6zA [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ex-z9edC6zA] 📍 Episode Links: * Ritual Indoor Cycling [https://ritualindoorcycling.com] * Alison on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/alisondupra] * Future Fox Media [https://futurefoxmedia.com] #AlisonBrien #RitualIndoorCycling #MindfulMovement #FitnessEntrepreneur #HealingThroughFitness #FutureFoxPodcast #WomenInWellness #StandOutInTheWild #MovementIsMedicine #BevinPrince #SoulCycle #MovementIsMedicine #WellnessEntrepreneur #FutureFoxPodcast #WomenInFitness #funnymoments #futurefoxpodcast #entrepreneurlife #fitnessmotivation #cycling #indoorcycling #indoorcyclinginstructor #MovementWithMeaning #WomenInWellness #MindfulFitness #FitnessLeader #WellnessJourney #FutureFoxPodcast #StandOutInTheWild