My Future Podcast

🎯 How Accountability Can Change Your Life In this episode of My Future Podcast , we’re exploring the superpower that can transform your life: accountability! 🌟 Whether you’re: 🎯 Aiming for a spider in archery, 📚 Tackling homework and finals, or ❤️ Showing up for your community, accountability helps you stay focused, consistent, and ready to crush your goals. I’ll share how taking ownership in...

Think archery is a solo sport? Think again! In this episode of My Future Podcast , I’m breaking down why archery is way more of a team sport than you might think. From the crucial role of my coach and teammates to the epic team competitions you see at the Olympics, I’ll share how collaboration plays a huge part in success — both on and off the shooting line. Here’s what you’ll get: How your team (...

🎯 What’s New in USA Archery for 2025 and Beyond 🎯 Hey everyone! Big things are happening in the archery world, and I’m here to give you the inside scoop! 👀 On this episode of My Future Podcast , we’re talking all about the fresh updates coming to USA Archery in 2024. From new divisions to grants and epic competition opportunities, there’s a lot to be excited about. Here’s a sneak peek: 🏹 New U...

Hey there, future-builders! In this special holiday episode of My Future Podcast , I’m sharing a gift guide that’s perfect for teens and really anybody who wants to level up their money and life skills. Whether you’re looking for a meaningful gift for a friend, a sibling, or even yourself, these books are packed with advice on personal finance, success habits, and even entrepreneurship. 📚 Why lis...

Overthinking: The Ultimate Teen Challenge Why is overthinking such a massive part of teenage life? Here’s a sneak peek into what we’ll cover in today’s podcast: The science behind why teens are more prone to overthinking than adults (hint: it’s all about brain development). A game-changing two-word technique that can stop the spiral of "What if?" in its tracks. Proven strategies to help you break...

Hey everyone! Welcome back to My Future Podcast ! Today, we’re tackling a question that hits us all at some point: Are you actually more successful than you think? This episode is inspired by an article from CNBC’s Scott Mautz, who poses some eye-opening questions to help us rethink success. We’ll break down each question and explore what research says about values, mindset, and gratitude. And don...

In this episode of My Future Podcast , I dive into the power of active recovery and how it can totally transform your fitness game. While most of us think “rest” means couch time, active recovery offers a better way to bounce back quicker and get the most out of each workout. We break down: What exactly is active recovery, and why is it better than just lying around? How do athletes use gentle mov...

Hey everyone! Welcome back to My Future Podcast ! In this episode, I’m breaking down the science and the real-life insights around a big question: Does being an extrovert, introvert, or ambivert give you an edge in life? 🧠 Whether you’re more outgoing, introspective, or somewhere in between, each personality type has unique strengths for different situations like sports, school, and even leadersh...

In this episode of My Future Podcast , we're diving deep into the importance of setting and achieving goals while still in high school. Whether you're aiming for better grades, trying out for a new team, or just figuring out your path, mastering goal-setting can make all the difference. Here’s a glimpse of what we'll tackle: How to set SMART goals : Break your big dreams into achievable steps to s...

Get ready for an exciting new episode of My Future Podcast with me, Carson! This week, we’re taking on the ultimate debate: Early Birds vs. Night Owls – Who’s Got the Edge? Are early risers really more successful, or do night owls have secret advantages? Tune in as we explore how your sleep schedule impacts everything from your mental health to your performance in school and sports. Plus, I’ll sha...

🎯 Ready to Unlock the Mental Side of Archery? 🎯 In this week's episode of My Future Podcast , we’re diving deep into the part of archery that no one talks about enough: the mental game. After two years of training and competing, I’ve found myself hitting a wall where my performance in practice outshines my results in tournaments. Sound familiar? To fix this, I’m turning to one of the world’s top...

Ever feel like you're juggling too much between school, sports, and life? Burnout is real, and it happens to all of us. But here’s the good news—there are simple and fun ways to tackle it! In this episode, I’m diving into some super helpful insights from a study by UC Davis Health on how hobbies, laughter, and connecting with your community can make a big difference. Think you know how to spot bur...

In this episode of My Future Podcast , Carson and his fellow archer and guest, Megumi Chang, dive into an inspiring story from the 2024 Paris Olympics. They explore a moment of true sportsmanship featuring gymnastics legend Simone Biles, who showed us all that greatness isn’t just about medals. Instead of focusing on her own performance, Simone and her teammate Jordan Chiles bowed in respect to th...

In this episode of My Future Podcast , we take a deep dive and break down the popular left-brain vs. right-brain theory and how recent research shows it’s not as simple as it seems. Discover how both sides of your brain work together in everything from schoolwork to high-stress archery tournaments. We discuss and share valuable expert tips from Harvard’s Dr. Robert Shmerling and personal insights...

In this episode of *My Future Podcast*, Carson is joined by fellow archer and friend, Megumi Chang, to discuss the thrilling conclusion of USA Brady Ellison’s quest for his first Olympic gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. They break down the intense gold-medal match, where Ellison lost by a mere five millimeters in a dramatic shoot-off against South Korea’s Kim Woojin. Despite the heartbreak,...

Hey everyone! It’s Carson, and welcome back to another episode of "My Future Podcast." Let me level with you, I'm guilty of spending way too much time on the gram, those IG videos are definitely addicting. Have you ever wished that you could share more photos (the non-cringy ones) or quick videos in a single Instagram post? Well, guess what — now you can! Instagram and Meta just announced a new up...

Welcome to the very first episode of My Future Podcast! I'm Carson Chan, a 15-year-old nationally ranked archer, and I’m so excited to kick off this journey with you. In this podcast, we’re diving deep into the world of archery (woohoo!), personal growth, and the sometimes crazy, always interesting experience of being a Gen Z teen. Let’s talk numbers for a second: Gen Z, which includes everyone bo...