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My Future Podcast

My Future Podcast

By: Carson Chan
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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


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Carson Chan
Episodes
  • 5 Graduation Speeches You NEED to Hear Right Now
    Jun 24 2025

    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.

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    4 mins
  • How NIL is Changing the Game for Teen Athletes, Creators, and Entrepreneurs
    Jun 10 2025

    In this episode of My Future Podcast, I’m diving into one of the most exciting opportunities out there for teens like us which is Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Whether you're an athlete, a content creator, or just someone who loves building things online, NIL is changing the game by letting students earn money and build real businesses while still in high school. I've been reading a ton on this and gaining knowledge from timely research which you can read for yourself from the links below.


    I break down what NIL is, how it started, and why it’s not just for future NFL stars. From Shedeur Sanders making $6.5 million in college to a kid who went viral with a Popeyes meme and ended up signing a deal years later, these stories prove that you don’t need a million followers to make an impact. You just need passion, consistency, and a strong personal brand.


    As someone who’s been training hard in archery and recently qualified for Team USA and the World Archery Youth Championships, I’ve seen firsthand how niche sports can open unique doors. I’ll also talk about the business skills that come with NIL — contracts, branding, taxes — and why starting young gives us a major advantage. It's super exciting and I'm trying to learn as much as I can now for the future.


    If you're building something and wondering how to take it to the next level, this one’s for you. Let’s figure it out together.


    • Sources cited: Sara Coello, ESPN, "What is NIL in college sports?" (March 24, 2025)
    • https://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/41040485/what-nil-college-sports-how-do-athlete-deals-work


    • Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, "How Young Adults Are Shaping The Future Of Work Through NIL and Branding" (April 27, 2025)
    • https://www.forbes.com/sites/dianehamilton/2025/04/27/how-young-adults-shape-the-future-of-work-through-nil-and-branding/



    🎯 Follow me on Instagram @MeetCarson and check out my nonprofit @CharityArrows.org.


    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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    4 mins
  • Resilience, Arrows & APs: How I’m Balancing Archery and School Life
    May 17 2025

    And we're back! After a whirlwind few weeks at the World Archery Youth Championship trials and the Gator Cup in Florida (yep, I qualified for WAYC in Winnipeg!), I’m finally back with a fresh episode of My Future Podcast. This time, I’m talking about resilience, what it really means when you’re balancing top-level archery and tough AP exams. I dive into what it’s like to step back when you need to, and why that’s actually part of growing. Whether you're juggling school, sports, or something totally different, this episode’s for you. Let’s talk about stress, pressure, priorities, and why it’s okay not to do it all at once. 🎯💪📚


    https://www.usarchery.org/article/world-youth-pair-among-those-to-medal-as-gator-cup-opens-with-mixed-team-event

    https://www.usarchery.org/article/usa-s-team-confirmed-for-the-2025-world-archery-youth-championships-in-canada


    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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    2 mins
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