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! :) 🫶
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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/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)
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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.
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1 Jun 2026
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.
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Nonprofit: CharityArrows.org
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2 Mar 2026
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! 🎯
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