Traders Mastermind

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Is your stop loss helping you—or hurting you? The textbook says “set it and forget it,” but real-world trading isn’t always that simple.

In this episode, I explore alternative ways to manage risk: scaling out, discretionary cuts, wide circuit-breaker stops, and active intraday adjustments.

If you’ve ever felt like tight stops kill good trades—or wide stops dig bigger holes—this discussion will help you rethink how you manage risk in dynamic markets.

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You’re in a winning trade. Price is moving in your favour.

The temptation to add size kicks in… but one wrong move and that green trade turns red — fast.

In this episode, I break down the art and science of scaling into a winner:

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Prop trading is booming in 2025… but it’s also messier than ever.

In this episode, I break down:

Whether you’re thinking of taking your first challenge or you’ve been trading prop for years, this is the no-BS take you need before risking another penny.

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After years of making big gains… and giving them all back… Swedish trader Arno has finally broken the boom-and-bust cycle. In this raw and tactical conversation, he shares exactly how he’s transformed his trading — from mindset shifts to scaling strategies — to pull in multiple prop firm payouts, including a near $50K month.

We dive into:

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In this episode, we break down the 4 stages of a trader’s evolution — from complete beginner to consistent profitability and beyond. Whether you’re just getting started, stuck in the middle, or ready to scale up, this is your roadmap.

You’ll learn:

If you’ve ever thought “I should be further along by now” — this one’s for you.

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Still beating yourself up for hesitating? Chasing? Overtrading?

You’re not alone—and you’re not broken.In this episode, Mark gets brutally honest about something most traders stay silent on:

Even the best still make mistakes.

You’ll learn:

Why emotion never fully goes away (and why that’s okay)

The real difference between a struggling trader and a successful one

How to bounce back faster from frustration, tilt, and regret

Whether you’re in drawdown or on a hot stre...

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The setup’s the same. The plan’s the same.

But something changes when real money’s on the line. In this episode, we dig into the real reasons traders choke when they go live—and how to flip the mental switch and perform under pressure. Funded traders, challenge jumpers, and account switchers… this one’s for you.

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Most traders know they should walk away on a red day…

But when they’re in it? Logic disappears.

The spiral starts with a single thought: “I can fix this.

”In this episode, we dive deep into the psychology behind staying too long, pressing when you’re off-balance, and how one bad decision leads to a chain reaction of destruction.

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Ever wondered how serious traders prepare for market-moving events like Non-Farm Payrolls, FOMC, or ISM?

In this episode, I break down how a hedge fund manager—who trades FX exclusively around news—prepares for key data drops.

You’ll hear how he analyses past reactions, uses implied volatility, and maps out multiple trade scenarios before the number hits.

This isn’t some retail guesswork. It’s structured, probability-based decision-making—done with serious edge.

 If you want to learn how to treat your trading like a professiona...

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Is tape reading dead? Or is there still real edge hiding in the speed, rhythm, and reaction of price?

In this episode, I break down my journey with tape, how the game has evolved since the old-school Level 2 days, and how you can still use tape reading today—without going full market-depth nerd.

Whether you’re an active scalper or just looking to sharpen your execution, this episode gives you a modern, no-BS take on spotting shifts in momentum, price velocity, and market intent using nothing more than a 15-se...

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A scalper came on one of our Traders Mastermind calls and said he was struggling… not because he couldn’t trade — but because he was trying to hold trades longer to be more “proper.”

What I told him might just be the reminder you need today:

If something’s working, and you’re not walking through landmines to do it… then double down.

In this episode, I unpack:

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The year was 1986. PTJ was 32, trading his own fund, managing risk like a man possessed — and letting a documentary crew capture it all.

We break down the timeless lessons from Trader — from conviction to chaos, process to psychology — and why it still hits hard for modern traders today.

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It’s easy to get caught up taking trades just to stay active. But the real edge? Comes from waiting, watching, and swinging when it matters. Here’s how to reframe your trading around the moves that count.

How to build the mindset of a trader who can withstand anything.

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You’re not lazy. You’re just trying to do everything. Journaling. Backtesting. Meditation. Trade reviews. More books. More podcasts.

But what if all those good intentions are actually slowing you down?

In this solo episode, I’ll show you how to filter out the noise, focus on what matters, and finally make real progress in your trading.

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Think top traders have some secret edge?

Dr. Brett Steenbarger reveals the truth, and it’s probably not what you’re doing right now.

If you want to level up, this might be the wake-up call you need.

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Explore his blog: Trader Feed

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Follow a system and risk death by drawdown… or trust your gut and deal with self-doubt? Mark explores the battle between mechanical and discretionary trading — sharing hard truths, and what actually works when the heat’s on.

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Running a theme park isn’t that different from managing your trading account.

In this episode, Mark Holstead explains how to spot the ‘winter’ in your trading - and make one powerful shift that could change your performance for good.

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There’s a hidden cycle most traders get stuck in — bouncing from strategy to strategy, stuck in a loop that feels like progress but leads nowhere.

In this episode, I break down the six stages of the Trader’s Life Cycle — from blind optimism to the valley of despair — and show you how to escape it for good. If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning your wheels, this one’s for you.

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Some days, the market flips tone in an instant—and your neatly planned setup goes out the window.

What then? In this episode, I’ll show you a fast, flexible framework I use to build trade ideas on the fly. Whether you’re scalping a pullback or trying to catch a late-session breakout, this helps you stay sharp and intentional when it matters most.

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The markets are wild and we need to talk.

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In this episode, I dive into the NYSE Tick Index - a powerful but often overlooked tool for day traders and scalpers of the Dow, S&P, and Nasdaq.

Learn how this real-time market pressure gauge can help you time entries, manage exits, and spot intraday exhaustion. It’s not for everyone… but if you trade U.S. indices, it might be the missing piece in your playbook.

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Trading isn’t about certainty - it’s about stacking the odds.

In this episode, I break down the subtle art of improving trade outcomes by adjusting key variables like probability of success and risk-reward. I explore how small tweaks in things like context, time of day, market structure, and trade location can quietly tilt the edge in our favour.

If you’ve ever wondered why the same setup works brilliantly one day and fails the next… this is the episode for you.

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Most traders focus on the wrong thing—chasing results instead of developing the skills that create them.

In this episode, we break down the key trading skills you need, how to build them in the right order, and why a structured approach leads to long-term confidence in the markets. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your edge, this is your roadmap to becoming a trader who can handle any market condition.

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Discover how traders can leverage AI in ways you never thought possible!

In this episode, I dive deep into seven practical applications of ChatGPT, from improving your prompts and generating trade ideas to voice journaling and scheduling crucial tasks.

Learn how you can harness the power of AI to sharpen your edge, streamline your workflow, and take your trading to the next level.

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Ever felt like you’re trading on tilt, breaking your rules, or just getting chewed up by wild volatility? What if the smartest move wasn’t another trade, but a well-timed timeout?

In this episode, I share the “Sin Bin Strategy”—a game-changing tactic that top traders use to protect capital, reset their mindset, and return stronger.

Whether you’re caught in revenge trading, struggling with discipline, or unsure how to handle market chaos, this episode will teach you how to step back before things spi...