Imran's Podcast

Olena Derebera , a Kyiv-based product manager at the intersection of systems, growth, and strategy, shares how she’s helped build the acquisition infrastructure for Jooble — one of the world’s largest job aggregators. We break down what it takes to scale systems that process billions of clicks, why retention is the real growth multiplier, and how to treat strategy like an operating system for prod...

I sit down with  Saahil Shenoy,  Founding AI Scientist at Bedrock Security (backed by Greylock), to talk about the collision course between AI and security. We go deep on the rise of AI-powered attacks, how defenders are playing catch-up, and the broken promises of “enterprise-grade” AI tools. Saahil shares what he’s seeing on the frontlines—from AI agents leaking sensitive company data to how dee...

In this conversation,  Brian Pulliam  shares his extensive experience in the tech industry, spanning over 26 years, and discusses his transition to career coaching. He emphasizes the challenges new graduates face in the current job market, particularly due to the impact of AI and economic factors. Brian highlights the importance of networking, building in public, and understanding mentorship dynam...

I sit down with  Maryna Rybalko , Product Manager at  Paydock , to talk about building scalable B2B and B2B2C products across 69 countries. With 7+ years in FinTech and HRTech, Maryna shares how she leads global remote teams, simplifies developer experience through unified APIs and SDKs, and balances complexity with execution speed. From scaling payment infrastructure to managing high-performing t...

In this conversation,  Anastasia Mudryk  joins me to break down what it really takes to build and grow an AI-native startup—without getting lost in the noise. From early traction strategies to why distribution is often more important than product, they dive into lessons most founders learn too late.  Anastasiya also shares hard-won insights on launching across different markets, building intuition...

In this episode,  Marina Morgan  joins Imran Sheikh to break down the entrepreneurial mindset—through the lens of neuroscience. From dopamine and motivation to sleep, nutrition, and neuroplasticity, they explore how our nervous system shapes how we build, lead, and adapt. Whether you’re a founder or operator, this conversation connects the dots between biology, mental health, and business performa...

In this uncut episode of  Imran’s Podcast , I sit down with  Marina Morgan —founder, business psychologist, and executive coach in Silicon Valley—to explore the real shifts happening in leadership, mental health, and the future of work. We dive into: Why mental health is the backbone of founder success How AI isn’t replacing leadership—but reshaping it Building businesses in a weekend vs. the old...

In this episode of  Imran’s Podcast , I sit down with Kevin Bell, a veteran performance marketer who’s helped scale growth for companies like Ethos, Spin, and now Mochi Health. We break down what’s really happening across adtech, martech, and the fast-evolving world of digital growth. Kevin shares: How iOS 14.5 rewired performance marketing—and what winning teams did to adapt Why CDPs and first-pa...

In this episode of Imran's Podcast,  Anjali Desai , a leader in design and AI with decades of experience across Intuit, PayPal, Dell, SAP, and more, and I have a sit-down. We go deep into how tech, design, and human-centered thinking are reshaping the work of tomorrow. Anjali offers understanding on: • Why the roles of product designers and product managers are merging — and what skills will be es...

In this episode of Imran's Podcast,  Anurag Duddu  and I go deep into how tech, design, and AI are remaking the way we work, build, and learn. We get real about why true learning requires unlearning past patterns; why AI really is about a compression of roles; and why, in a world of AI, design-led thinking is more crucial than ever. Anurag shares his journey of construction, tracing back to de...

AI isn’t assisting you—it’s replacing everything between idea and impact. In my latest solo episode, I break down how tools like  Lovable  and  Manus  are reshaping what it means to build. I built two production-ready apps in hours—zero engineering support, no fluff. Lovable handles the UI and flow. Manus acts like a full-stack research team. From insight to execution, AI now sits across the entir...

In this solo episode, I break down two AI tools that actually impressed me:  Lovable  and  Manus . This isn’t just another AI hype take. Lovable lets you build real, production-level apps with a single prompt. Manus feels like having a full research team running in the background—giving you startup-level insights in seconds. I talk about: • Why  execution is no longer the bottleneck • How tools li...

In this episode, I sit down with  Xan Hong , founder of a no-code consultancy that’s saved clients over $1M by helping them build custom web and mobile apps—without writing a line of code. We get real about how no-code is shifting the tech landscape: • Why execution is becoming a commodity, and ideas are the real differentiator • Tools like Bubble, WeWeb, Xano, and FlutterFlow—and where they actua...

In this episode,  I sit down with Marisa Simonetti, a former political candidate and businesswoman.  Marisa shares her unconventional journey into politics—filing for a  Hennepin County Commissioner  seat just days before the deadline, spending only  $750 , and still managing to  beat out a candidate who spent $71,000  to advance to the final round, where she came within  1,000 votes of victory. W...

Is AI here to  supercharge careers  or  replace workers ? The answer isn’t black and white.

In this episode of  Imran’s Podcast , I sit down with  Sasha Gorbatenko , a leading marketer and project manager with over a decade of experience in IT and digital. As a  diversity programs expert, mentor at Women in Technology, and platinum-tier facilitator of Google’s #IamRemarkable workshop , Sasha brings deep insights into the evolving landscape of  women in tech, leadership, and the future of...

In this episode, we sit down with  Alena Gladkova , the leader of  Key People , a recruiting company that connects top tech talent with businesses in the U.S. and Europe. Alena shares her insights on the evolving hiring landscape, the challenges candidates face in today’s job market, and why the hiring process often feels broken. We dive into  the impact of AI on recruiting ,  why candidate experi...

In this episode of  Imran’s Podcast , I sit down with  Tamour Khan ,  a design leader at  Intel , to talk about  building global design systems , navigating  corporate leadership , and the  shifting role of product management . Tamur shares how he built  Intel’s global design system , ensuring brand consistency across all business units and digital properties. We also dive into: How to grow as a d...

In this episode of  Imran’s Podcast , I sit down with  Lesya Arnold , CEO and Founder of  A-Players , to dive into the  changing landscape of hiring —from what startups are really looking for in top talent to how AI is reshaping job roles. Lesya shares: What defines an A-Player  and why companies struggle to hire them How startups are competing with Big Tech  for the best talent in today’s job mar...

In this episode of Imran’s Podcast,  Sasha Gorbatanko , Global Channel Marketing Manager at  Acronis , shares her inspiring career journey from journalism to tech. We explore Sasha’s insights on driving diversity and inclusion initiatives, her work with the Women in Techchapter, and the transformative impact of mentorship programs like Google’s I Am Remarkable. Sasha opens up about her passion for...

In this episode of Imran’s Podcast, I sit down with  John Robbins , Director and Head of AI at  Capgemini Invent , to dive into the emerging world of  Physical AI ,  Edge Computing , and  Robotics . We explore how AI is evolving from cloud-based systems to  real-world, connected devices  that enhance  consumer experiences  and  industrial applications . John shares fascinating insights into the  n...

In this episode of Imran’s Podcast,  Shanti Duddu , Head of Product Delivery at Discover, dives into her journey from software development to leading open banking products. Shanti shares insights on transferable skills that help engineers and designers pivot into product management, her experiences working in a highly regulated financial sector, and how her 360-degree view across engineering, desi...

In this episode, I speak with  Kate Khatseyeva , Co-founder of the  Career Path Institute , about the unique challenges immigrants face when building careers in the U.S. Kate shares her own journey as an immigrant from Belarus, detailing her struggles with visa limitations, cultural adjustment, and finding meaningful work.  She talks about the power of volunteering as a tool for networking and ski...

In this episode, I speak with  Gabriele Franco , CEO and founder of  Cassandra.app , an innovative AI-driven tool for optimizing marketing budgets. Gabriele shares his journey from launching e-commerce ventures to founding Cassandra, built to empower marketers with predictive budget allocation without complex tracking systems.  We discuss how Cassandra leverages machine learning to maximize ROI by...

In this episode, I talk with  Julia Doronina , Co-founder and CMO of  G-71 Security . Julia shares her journey from advertising to co-founding a cybersecurity startup and explains how G-71 is revolutionizing data leak prevention through invisible watermarking technology. We discuss the growing need for innovative solutions to counter insider threats, as well as the impact of AI in cybersecurity. ...