People Behind Industry

Hi, I’m Arman, and this is People Behind Industry, a podcast that sheds light on what usually stays behind the scenes.In People Behind Industry, I sit down with builders, entrepreneurs, engineers, creatives, and operators to unpack the real journey behind what they’ve built. Not the highlight reel. The structure behind it. The trade-offs. The Psychology. The turning points that shaped their thinking.These are in-depth conversations about how people actually navigate complexity — and what it takes to keep building when conditions are uncertain.If you’re interested in how industries truly

People Behind Industry is a society podcast hosted by Arman, with 20 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Arman hosts People Behind Industry, a society show with 20 episodes published.

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  Episode #20

  #20 Hazel Lee: Empowering Creators with BeatSwap

  Mar 3, 202633 minS1

  <p>Artists and creators lose millions due to opaque IP usage. Hazel Lee, Web3 strategist and BeatSwap co-founder, shows how blockchain delivers real-time rights management and transparency in entertainment.From South Korea's traditional media to pioneering blockchain IP solutions, Hazel shares her journey. Drawing on her trust-building expertise, she breaks down BeatSwap's fixes for delayed payments, hidden earnings, and middlemen in music and beyond. Web3 doesn't replace streaming—it enhances ownership, fair pay, and value flow, especially in high-stakes markets like K-pop.In this episode:- Hazel’s journey from traditional media to Web3 and founding BeatSwap- The core problems in I...

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  Episode #19

  #19 Christopher Graves: How to Build a Tech Career That Doesn’t Break You

  Nov 21, 20251h 9mS1

  <p>If you’re a developer, engineer, or anyone trying to grow in tech, this episode is going to shift the way you think about your skills, your career, and your long-term strategy.</p><p>In this conversation, we break down what it actually takes to level up in today’s tech industry — beyond tutorials, certificates, or chasing trend after trend. We talk about learning in public, building consistency, improving visibility, creating content, navigating career plateaus, and developing the mindset that separates fast-growing developers from those who stay stuck.</p><p>Whether you’re trying to get your first role, break ou...

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  Episode #18

  #18 Peter Bilzerian: How Life, Failure & Curiosity Shape the Journey to Startups & Financial Freedom

  Sep 9, 20251h 41mS1

  <p>In this episode, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with my dearest friend, an investor, speaker, whose journey from a young entrepreneur to scaling and advising businesses across industries is nothing short of inspiring.  ⁨@PeterBilzerian⁩  story is a masterclass in resilience, curiosity, and the pursuit of financial freedom.We explored his journey from starting his first company at just 15, navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and embracing failure as a stepping stone to growth. Peter shared insights on building startups, making tough decisions, and staying curious even in the face of uncertainty.This conversation goes beyond busine...

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  Episode #17

  #17 Shawn Layden - Playstation Odyssey, Leadership and Innovation

  Apr 10, 20251h 11mS1

  <p>I have to be honest—it's not every day that you get to sit down with someone you admire, someone who inspires you, someone you look up to. Today’s guest is truly the definition of the word GOAT in the gaming industry. I’m talking about none other than Shawn Layden, the former CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment and Chairman of PlayStation Worldwide Studios.</p><p>With a career spanning over three decades, Shawn has been instrumental in shaping the gaming industry as we know it. From leading groundbreaking projects at PlayStation to redefining how games are marketed and de...

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  Episode #16

  #16 Thomas Heinfart - Beyond Profit: Creating Sustainable Solutions for Tomorrow

  Mar 21, 20251h 36mS1

  <p>In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Heinfart, a visionary entrepreneur who’s left his mark on renewable energy and fintech, from pioneering solar innovations to launching the Trading Hive, the world’s first blockchain-based Forex prop trading firm. Thomas has chaired Solar Hero, co-founded the Venus City initiative to combat climate challenges, and earned the Energy Globe Award for his groundbreaking work.</p><p><br></p><p>We explore his remarkable journey - from door-to-door sales in Canada to developing a cryogenic power plant - unpacking his shift from sustainable tech to revolutionizing trading with transparency and trus...

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