
Shaahin Cheyene
Renegade teenage entrepreneur who built a billion-dollar supplement empire with Herbal Ecstasy. Pioneer in the vaporizer industry and expert in Amazon marketing.
Top 5 podcasts with Shaahin Cheyene
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Jul 25, 2025 • 59min
Who Should Take Herbal Ecstasy Supplements? (The Billion-Dollar Backstory) : 1306
Shaahin Cheyene, a renegade entrepreneur, built a billion-dollar supplement empire with Herbal Ecstasy while still a teenager. He shares the wild story of how he transformed natural compounds into high-performance nootropics. The conversation dives into the implications of ephedra's ban, his clashes with the FDA, and the politics of wellness innovations. Cheyene's journey from a tumultuous youth in Iran to a successful Amazon marketer highlights the challenges of the herbal supplement industry and the power of brain optimization.

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Sep 3, 2024 • 1h 9min
Making Billions: Lessons Learned From the King of the Thrill Pill Cult – Shaahin Cheyene
Shaahin Cheyene, a former drug kingpin who built a billion-dollar herbal ecstasy business in the '90s, shares his remarkable journey from fleeing Iran to entrepreneurial success. He reveals how he navigated legal challenges without incarceration and transitioned to selling nootropics on Amazon. The discussion highlights his groundbreaking herbal ecstasy formula, the risks of the herbal supplement industry, and the lessons learned about strategic entrepreneurship. Cheyene emphasizes the importance of personal growth and finding purpose beyond financial success.

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Sep 27, 2023 • 1h 1min
Ep.559 ~ Selling $1Billion Before he was 23 Pre-Internet, Pre-Facebook, Pre-iPhone ~ Shaahin Cheyene
Shaahin Cheyene, a remarkable entrepreneur and author, made waves by creating Herbal Ecstasy at just 15, racking up over $1 billion in sales by age 20. He discusses his transition from a teenager in the underground market to a pioneer of digital vaporization with his company, Vapir. Cheyene shares insights on the importance of distribution and storytelling in business success. He also reveals intriguing tales from the rave scene, including unexpected encounters with the Yakuza, and offers valuable lessons on resilience, self-awareness, and building multiple income streams.

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Nov 28, 2023 • 1h 9min
Making Billions: Lessons Learned From the King of the Thrill Pill Cult – Shaahin Cheyene : 1110
Shaahin Cheyene is a captivating entrepreneur known for creating a billion-dollar herbal ecstasy business in the '90s. He shares his incredible journey from fleeing Iran to living in his car before hitting it big in the supplement industry. Cheyene sheds light on the challenges of navigating government regulations and his evolution into an Amazon expert. He also discusses the potent history of ephedra, the importance of mentorship, and how self-defense skills complement a thriving entrepreneurial mindset. Prepare for an entertaining ride filled with daring ventures and insightful lessons!

Sep 15, 2021 • 1h 1min
Ep.520 ~ BILLION: How He Became King Of The Thrill Pill Cult & Selling $350 Million on Amazon ~ Shaahin Cheyene
Shaahin Cheyene, the inventor of Herbal Ecstasy and a digital vaporization pioneer, recounts his incredible entrepreneurial journey. He reveals how he sold over $350 million worth of product before his 20s and transitioned to thriving on Amazon. Cheyene shares fascinating tales, including his brush with the Yakuza and insights on the importance of distribution in business success. He emphasizes the value of resilience, personal growth, and embracing genuine experiences over social media superficiality, all while promoting his compelling new book.