What happens when survival becomes a daily battle, yet purpose keeps you moving forward? In this gripping episode of YoggNation: Spirit of Gratitude, host Yogesh Patel sits down with award-winning filmmaker and author Bill Carter, who lived through the siege of Sarajevo in the 1990s.
Bill shares his firsthand account of dodging sniper fire while delivering aid, the unexpected ways art and humor helped him endure war, and the deep human connections that emerged in the face of devastation. He also reveals how his experiences led to an unlikely collaboration with U2 and the creation of Kiss the Future—a powerful documentary based on his memoir Fools Rush In.
With Hollywood heavyweights Matt Damon and Ben Affleck backing the film, and a Writers Guild Award nomination to its name, Bill’s story is more relevant than ever. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation on resilience, storytelling, and the spirit that refuses to be broken.
I've spent over 28 years in technology sales, working with companies like Dell and Apple. Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area tech scene, I had the incredible experience of meeting visionaries like Steve Jobs and Michael Dell—moments I'll never forget.
A few years ago, I moved to Arizona to improve my allergies after undergoing eye surgery at the Mayo Clinic. I've been married for 27 years and have two amazing daughters, now 24 and 20.
Outside of work, I love playing tennis, practicing martial arts (I was just six months shy of earning my black belt!), and surrounding myself with good people. I'm also deeply proud of my Indian heritage. Back in California, I served as President of our local Indian Association, where I worked to pass down our culture, values, and traditions for others to experience.
Loyalty is everything to me—I stand by my friends no matter what. Whether in business or life, I believe in the power of strong relationships and always showing up for those who matter
