My Future Podcast

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 [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 [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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 [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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 [https://instagram.com/meetcarson] 🏹 Nonprofit: charityarrows.org [https://charityarrows.org/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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 [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 [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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 [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 [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.