...let's call him goal man, work for?
I find that most folks asking interview question that are very open-ended are being more conversational than technical. Psychologically such a question (especially if you are pursued the way you were) way be more about seeing how you respond than the actual answer.
Since we all have lots of goals ranging from small and immediate to lifelong, (I would) ask a question back to narrow the focus. My overall goals range from getting another cup of coffee to become the all-being master of time, space and dimensions. 
You can start with expressing that you believe goal man is asking about your professional goals. Ask if he is refering to short, mid or long term goals.
Just a few examples:
Short term: get hired
Mid term: engage in successful carreer at this company and explore directions for growth
long term: depends a lot on which direction the mid term goals take
How's it going?
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