Nathan Carter joins Unfiltered with Sarah Jane Foster for one of his most honest interviews yet, opening up about fame, ambition, relationships, success and the pressure of always wanting more.
From growing up in Liverpool and moving to Ireland at just 19 years old to becoming one of the biggest names in country music, Nathan reflects on the journey that changed his life. He shares the lessons he learned from success, the realities of life in the public eye and why he still finds it difficult to switch off.
Nathan also discusses grief, songwriting, business, friendship, dating, managing change and what keeps him motivated after achieving more than most people dream of.
Whether you're a founder, creator, entrepreneur, musician or someone striving for the next level, this episode is packed with insights on ambition, resilience and staying grounded while building a successful career.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN
• Why success never feels quite enough
• How Nathan built a career from a passion for music
• The realities of fame and public perception
• Why ambition can be both a gift and a curse
• How to navigate change in business and life
• The importance of staying grounded
• Lessons from moving country at 19 to chase a dream
• What grief taught him about life
• Why relationships matter more than success
• How to keep growing after achieving your goals
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Being Confident
00:54 Misconceptions About Nathan Carter
02:44 Nathan Carter As A Child
03:43 Nathan Carter's Favourite Foster & Allen Song
06:40 Wanting To Be A Musician In School
07:41 Growing Up In Liverpool
09:47 Being Close With His Nan
10:34 What Nathan Would Do If He Wasn't A Singer
12:47 Nathan's Love Of Cars
13:54 Buying A Mercedes For His Nan
16:23 Fame & How People Change
18:50 Moving To Ireland At 19
20:31 Building A Band
21:48 Why Change Can Be Healthy
24:59 Nathan's New Management Team
26:08 Writing Songs
30:36 Writing Wings To Fly
34:13 A Day In The Life Of Nathan Carter
38:13 Dating & Relationships
39:06 Nathan's Ideal Date
40:59 Philomena Begley & The Viral Music Video
44:25 Success At A Young Age
47:42 Managing Ceol
49:45 What Keeps Nathan Up At Night
50:53 How Nathan Wants To Be Remembered
52:01 Outro
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This episode was sponsored by Lakeland Interiors.
