Season 4 · Episode 54 · 30 Jan 2026
54 - Jason Carter
With Jason Carter
“"I ended up working with The British Council in places such as North Korea, Afghanistan and Saudi and became increasingly addicted to that moment when you know that what you are doing is affecting people's lives in a very profound way".”
Reflections
Q1: Place
If we could do a flypast on any part of the world that is significant to you, which place, city or country would it be and why?
North Korea
Q2: Life
Give us a glimpse into your life story so far with an emphasis on what you are doing currently?
Jason picked up the guitar aged nine. A career turning point came after a concert in Bahrain and a conversation with the Minister of Culture. His advice led to opportunities to work alongside The British Council and Unesco and perform in over 100 countries. Jason branched out into filmmaking and speaks about Directing and Producing the film, Grain of Sand.
Q3: Reset
Where on earth is your place or reset or re-charge?
Sauve in the South of France
Q4: Wonder
What wonder of the natural world excites you the most?
The Niagra Falls
Q5: Hopefulness
What is your story of hopefulness (not your own) about a person, business or non-profit who are doing amazing things for the world?
The quiet, peacebuilding work of former Finnish President Martti Ahtisaari
Q6: Insight
As we prepare to re-enter, what insight, wisdom or question would you like to share with us?
When we engage with creativity we have the potential to touch the profound.
Location
Flyover
North Korea
Guest
🇰🇵 Sauve in France