My Future Podcast

Carson Chan

Welcome to My Future Podcast, where I, Carson Chan, a 15-year-old United States nationally ranked 🎯archer, dive into the world of archery, personal growth, and the rocky Gen Z experience. Join me as I chat about the ups and downs of being a developing athlete, share interviews with industry experts, tips on mastering your skills, and exploring hot topics like tech trends, business, college admissions, relationships, and the latest news. Whether you're an aspiring archer, a fellow teen, a brand looking to reach our generation, or just curious about navigating the journey of life, there's something here for everyone. Please join me as we grow together, one episode at a time! Thank you for tuning in and your support, truly grateful! :) 🫶 🕸️ CharityArrows.org 🤝 Instagram @MeetCarson National Ranking: https://www.betweenends.com/nrs/RCM Media Mentions: https://www.modernmom.com/earth-day-spotlight-meet-carson-with-charity-arrows/ https://www.usarchery.org/article/rush-of-medals-for-u18-and-u21-on-the-final-day-of-the-usat-qualifier-series-opener https://www.usarchery.org/article/the-journey-continues-for-top-athletes-named-to-usa-archery-s-high-performance-programs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6d ago

    Mental Toughness in Archery with Carson Chan

    Mental toughness isn't something you're born with. It's actually something you train, one decision, one move, even one arrow at a time. In this episode of My Future Podcast, I reflect on the 2026 archery season and sharing five lessons about building mental focus, staying confident under pressure, and developing resilience both on and off the archery range. Thank you to my coaches, parents, teachers, and experts who I have had the gift of studying this last year. Amazing stuff. From the power of doing hard things to a simple 100-second mental workout, Carson explores how small daily habits can prepare you for life's biggest moments. Whether you're a competitive archer, student-athlete, or someone working toward a personal goal, this episode is a reminder that mental strength is built through practice, patience, and showing up. 🎯 Follow Carson: @MeetCarson 🏹 Support Charity Arrows: https://charityarrows.org #MyFuturePodcast #MentalToughness #Archery #MentalFocus #SportsPsychology #MentalTraining #StudentAthlete #GrowthMindset Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mental Toughness in Archery with Carson Chan

  2. Jun 1

    College vs. Full-Time Training: Do You Have To Choose??

    Can you chase elite sports while building a future outside of competition? In this episode of My Future Podcast, Carson talks about one of the biggest questions young athletes face: Should you go to college while chasing elite sports… or go all-in on training? After finishing 5 AP exams and returning from the first outdoor USAT event of the year at Gator Cup, Carson reflects on balancing school, archery, stress, growth, and long-term goals while preparing for Salt Lake City. This episode dives into: • The reality of college vs. full-time training • Burnout, balance, and mental health • Why training smarter matters more than training longer • Building a future beyond sports • Olympic dreams, pressure, and personal growth Inspired by insights from Trenton Cowles and Pierce McAdam’s recent Substack post, this conversation is for athletes, students, and anyone trying to figure out their future while chasing something big. Sometimes growth comes from being challenged. Sometimes happiness comes from doing hard things. Follow me: Instagram: @meetcarson Nonprofit: CharityArrows.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    College vs. Full-Time Training: Do You Have To Choose??

  3. Mar 2

    Watching the Winter Olympics as an Athlete

    Watching the Winter Olympics as an Athlete — And What Alysa Liu Taught Me Watching the 2026 Winter Olympics hit different this year. As I grow in my own journey as an archer, I’m not just seeing medals but rather, I’m seeing and noticing mindset. Pressure. Joy. Balance. And that’s what really stood out to me about Alysa Liu. In this episode, I share what her decision to step away, reset, and return on her own terms taught me (and maybe you!) and how it connects to my own changes in archery. This one’s about choosing alignment over pressure… and why joy might be the real gold medal. Thanks for tuning in! 🎯 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Watching the Winter Olympics as an Athlete

  4. 12/09/2025

    The Power of “the Ask”: How One Question Can Change Everything

    Hey, it’s Carson and this episode is all about something that’s helped me grow faster than anything else: asking. I’m talking about the power of just putting yourself out there. Whether it’s asking for advice, feedback, an opportunity, or just a chance to connect: one brave, intentful, honest message can open doors you never imagined. I share how a cold LinkedIn message led to meeting a college coach I really admire, plus stories from people like Emma Chamberlain and Ben Pasternak who started their journeys the exact same way. We’ll also talk about why asking feels scary, but why people say yes way more than you think (like 89% of the time, according to Stanford). I break down how to ask the right way, what to say, and how to move past the fear of rejection. If you’ve ever held back because you didn’t want to bother someone, well, this episode is DEFINITELY for you. Let’s talk about how just one ask could change your life. Listen now & level up your game! 🎧 Thank you for tuning in and your support, truly grateful! :) 🫶 🕸️ CharityArrows.org 🤝 Instagram @MeetCarson National Ranking: https://www.betweenends.com/nrs/RCM Media Mentions: https://www.modernmom.com/earth-day-spotlight-meet-carson-with-charity-arrows/ https://www.usarchery.org/article/rush-of-medals-for-u18-and-u21-on-the-final-day-of-the-usat-qualifier-series-opener https://www.usarchery.org/article/the-journey-continues-for-top-athletes-named-to-usa-archery-s-high-performance-programs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Power of “the Ask”: How One Question Can Change Everything

  5. 10/24/2025

    The Power of Fear

    🎯 The Power of Fear How to Use It, Face It, and Overcome It What if fear isn’t something holding you back... but something pointing the way forward? In this episode, Carson breaks down a mind-blowing story from Yahoo Finance about Steve Jobs and the creation of the first iPhone, and how one moment of fear almost stopped it all. But it’s not just about tech or business. This story hits really deep because fear shows up everywhere: in sports, at school, in relationships, and in the choices that shape our future. Carson shares how fear shows up in his own life as a nationally ranked teen archer and student, and how you can flip it from something that freezes you… into fuel for your growth. This isn’t just talk. It’s real. Relatable. And maybe exactly what you need to hear today. 👉 Follow @meetcarson and support @charityarrows to see how archery and purpose can change lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Power of Fear

  6. 09/17/2025

    My First Time Repping Team USA 🏹 : WAYC 2025 Recap

    🎙️ My Future Podcast — Representing Team USA at WAYC 2025 🇺🇸🏹 Hello, it’s Carson, and I just got back from my first-ever international archery comp: the World Archery Youth Champs in Winnipeg, Canada! In this episode, I’m breaking down what it was like repping Team USA 🇺🇸, matching my PB in quals, shooting through wild wind, meeting archers from all over the world, and learning what international tournaments are really like. Spoiler: it was unreal. Totally life-changing! Hit play to hear the highs, the lessons, and the stories that made this trip one I’ll never forget. 🎯 IG: @meetcarson 🏹 Nonprofit: charityarrows.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    My First Time Repping Team USA 🏹 : WAYC 2025 Recap

  7. 08/05/2025

    Your Scoreboard or Theirs? Lessons from Apolo Ohno

    I’ll be honest — this episode got real. I break down a powerful quote from Olympic legend Apolo Ohno that shook me: “Every time we play someone else’s scoreboard, we trade a flicker of our life candle for applause that doesn’t last.” That hit deep. Because I’ve found myself chasing validation that didn’t even matter. In school. In sports. Even online. So in this episode, I dive into what really defines success... not for your friends, your followers, or your parents… but for you. Things I've learned from following the legend Apolo Ohno! What's on this episode: 🔑 How to learn the “reward games” (like grades, likes, and status) — without letting them own you 🔑 Why anchoring to your authentic self is the only path to long-term fulfillment 🔑 How comparison is literally stealing your joy (been there) 🔑 And how stepping away from the noise — even just for a day — can help you reconnect with what really matters This is the episode I wish I heard when I first started archery. So if you’ve ever felt behind, lost, or like you’re living someone else’s dream — this one’s for you. 🎙️ Listen to Episode 37 of My Future Podcast: “Your Scoreboard or Theirs?” Let’s stop burning out for claps… and start building lives that mean something. Thank you for tuning in and your support, truly grateful! :) 🫶 🕸️ CharityArrows.org 🤝 Instagram @MeetCarson National Ranking: https://www.betweenends.com/nrs/RCM Media Mentions: https://www.modernmom.com/earth-day-spotlight-meet-carson-with-charity-arrows/ https://www.usarchery.org/article/rush-of-medals-for-u18-and-u21-on-the-final-day-of-the-usat-qualifier-series-opener https://www.usarchery.org/article/the-journey-continues-for-top-athletes-named-to-usa-archery-s-high-performance-programs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Your Scoreboard or Theirs? Lessons from Apolo Ohno

  8. 06/24/2025

    5 Graduation Speeches You NEED to Hear Right Now

    What’s up! I’m Carson Chan... high schooler, recurve archer, and yeah... a fan of graduation speeches. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 powerful commencement speeches from 2025 (and a couple all-time greats) that seriously left a mark on me. We’re talking lessons from Harvard, Stanford, Steve Jobs, Katie Ledecky, and more. Each one has something worth hearing, about finding your own rhythm, choosing kindness, and staying grounded in what really matters. 🎯 If you’ve got 10 minutes and a YouTube tab open, you’re good to go. Let’s find a quote to live by this summer. Thank you for tuning in and your support, truly grateful! :) 🫶 🕸️ CharityArrows.org 🤝 Instagram @MeetCarson National Ranking: https://www.betweenends.com/nrs/RCM Media Mentions: https://www.modernmom.com/earth-day-spotlight-meet-carson-with-charity-arrows/ https://www.usarchery.org/article/rush-of-medals-for-u18-and-u21-on-the-final-day-of-the-usat-qualifier-series-opener https://www.usarchery.org/article/the-journey-continues-for-top-athletes-named-to-usa-archery-s-high-performance-programs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 Graduation Speeches You NEED to Hear Right Now
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Welcome to My Future Podcast, where I, Carson Chan, a 15-year-old United States nationally ranked 🎯archer, dive into the world of archery, personal growth, and the rocky Gen Z experience. Join me as I chat about the ups and downs of being a developing athlete, share interviews with industry experts, tips on mastering your skills, and exploring hot topics like tech trends, business, college admissions, relationships, and the latest news. Whether you're an aspiring archer, a fellow teen, a brand looking to reach our generation, or just curious about navigating the journey of life, there's something here for everyone. Please join me as we grow together, one episode at a time! Thank you for tuning in and your support, truly grateful! :) 🫶 🕸️ CharityArrows.org 🤝 Instagram @MeetCarson National Ranking: https://www.betweenends.com/nrs/RCM Media Mentions: https://www.modernmom.com/earth-day-spotlight-meet-carson-with-charity-arrows/ https://www.usarchery.org/article/rush-of-medals-for-u18-and-u21-on-the-final-day-of-the-usat-qualifier-series-opener https://www.usarchery.org/article/the-journey-continues-for-top-athletes-named-to-usa-archery-s-high-performance-programs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Carson Chan
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Carson Chan
  • Show Website
    My Future Podcast