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Sharpen your edge with the Traders Mastermind podcast—proudly sponsored by Pepperstone. We dive deep into the mindset, discipline, and strategy needed to excel in the high-performance world of short-term trading. Join 13,000+ traders who subscribe to the Traders Mastermind Daily Email—designed to help you build discipline, momentum, and consistency in under 3 minutes a day. 👉 TradersMastermind.com
Tape Reading in 2025: Still Worth It?
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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...
The Scalper Who Tried to Follow the Textbook
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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:
Why forcing yourself to trade a “better” way can backfireThe difference between refining your edge vs. diluting itWhen to burn the text...What Paul Tudor Jones Can Still Teach You
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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.
Singles, Doubles, and the One You Swing For
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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.
Emotional Training
How to build the mindset of a trader who can withstand anything.
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Good Intentions Are Killing Your Trading Edge
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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.
Dr. Brett Steenbarger: How Top Traders Train for Greatness
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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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Rules, Gut Calls & Trading Regret: Pick Your Poison
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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.
Theme Park Economics - And What It Means for Your Trading
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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.
The Trader’s Life Cycle: How to Break the Loop
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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.
Filter + Trigger: The Day Trader’s Real-Time Framework
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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.
Volatility Emergency Briefing
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The markets are wild and we need to talk.
The Hidden NYSE Feed That Sharpens Your Scalps
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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.
Stacking the Deck: The Subtle Art of Trading Probabilities
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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.
The Trading Skill Stack: Build It Right, Trade With Confidence
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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.
💁🏼♀️ AI, Robot Girlfriends and 7 Ways to Use ChatGPT for Trading
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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.
The Sin Bin Strategy: The Secret Weapon of Smart Traders
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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...
The Market’s a Chess Game… Are You Thinking 3 Moves Ahead?
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The market isn’t just moving, it’s setting traps, faking breakouts, and luring traders in. The best traders don’t react… they anticipate.
In this episode, we break down how to think three moves ahead, just like a chess grandmaster, so you stop getting caught in market traps and start executing with precision.
The ChatGPT Hack That Reveals Your Trading Blind Spots
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What if ChatGPT could be your personal trading mentor?
Most traders don’t know what they don’t know… and that’s what holds them back.
But what if AI could analyse your trading, uncover hidden weaknesses, and hand you personalised insights that could change your game?
In this episode, I share a step-by-step framework to:
Train ChatGPT to understand your trading style, challenges, and goals Get powerful insights tailored to your experience Identify blind spots that are costing y...Lock In Profits or Keep Trading? How to Avoid Giving Back Gains
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You’re up big on the day… now what?
Do you keep pushing, or do you lock in profits before the market takes them back? In this episode, I dive into one of the biggest dilemmas for day traders: managing intraday gains without sabotaging your confidence.
I’ll share practical strategies for setting high-water marks, trailing intraday stops, and deciding when to step away. If you’ve ever felt the frustration of giving back hard-earned profits, this episode is a must-listen.
When to keep your foot...Volatility, Opportunity, and Trump: The Trader’s Survival Guide
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The markets are gearing up for another wild ride—Trump is back, and whether you love him or hate him, one thing’s certain: volatility is here.
But, most traders will get caught chasing headlines, overreacting to market moves, and trying to predict the unpredictable.
In this episode, I break down exactly how to navigate the chaos, avoid the biggest traps, and position yourself for opportunity instead of disaster.
We’ll cover news risk management, strategy adjustments, and why...
An Unexpected Encounter with a CEO: Lessons for Traders
Sometimes the best trading lessons come from the most unexpected places... like a sauna.
I recently crossed paths with the CEO of a major steel company—someone dealing with million-pound projects, not charts or candlesticks. But as we chatted about challenges, mistakes, and the journey to success, it hit me: his mindset was exactly what traders need.
No grudges. No dwelling on the past. Just relentless forward momentum.
In this episode, I’ll break down what I learned from this chance encounter—and how adopting this mindset could transform your trading.
If you’v...
The 5 Stages Every Trader Faces (And How to Overcome Them)
Every trader goes through five distinct stages on their journey, from the dopamine-fueled excitement of starting out to the crushing doubts of the valley of despair.
This episode dives deep into each stage—Uninformed Optimism, Informed Pessimism, the Valley of Despair, Informed Optimism, and finally, Achievement.
Learn why most traders get stuck in stage three, how to push through the hard part, and what it really takes to stick to a strategy long enough to see results.
If you’ve ever felt tempted to jump ship on your trading plan, this one’s for yo
Why Your Brain Lies to You: The Trader’s Edge in Outsmarting Bias
As a trader, your biggest battle isn’t against the market, it’s against your own brain.
In this episode, we dive deep into the psychological traps that can sabotage your trading decisions, from anchoring on trades to succumbing to FOMO.
Learn how cognitive biases like loss aversion, overconfidence, and confirmation bias work against you—and, more importantly, how to outsmart them.
Packed with actionable strategies, this episode will help you turn your psychology into a competitive edge.
Non-Negotiable Mistakes: The Fine Line Between Growth and Failure
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of trading mistakes—some are inevitable and offer valuable lessons for improvement, while others are absolute dealbreakers that can destroy your progress…
We’ll explore:
The critical mistakes you must never make in trading (and why they’re non-negotiable).The common errors that are part of the learning process and how to use them to grow.Practical strategies for identifying and avoiding fatal errors while refining the fixable ones.Whether you’re a new trader or a multi decade veteran, this episod...
The Trader’s Guide to Navigating Negativity and Pressure
Trading is a mental battlefield, and negativity is everywhere, losses, self-doubt, and market noise.
In this episode, we’ll uncover how to stay steady under fire, manage external and internal pressures, and turn challenges into growth.
Learn practical mindset tools to overcome setbacks, silence self-doubt, and thrive in even the toughest market conditions.
Don’t let the pressure sink your ship, master it.
From 9-to-5 to All-In: Ruchir Patel’s Leap to Full-Time Trading
So, imagine quitting your steady 9-to-5 to go all-in on trading…
Well, that’s exactly what Ruchir Patel just did. In this episode, we chat about his leap into full-time trading, the fears he’s had to push through, his trading strategy, his mindset hacks, and how he’s gearing up to make it work.
It’s real, raw, and brimming with tips for those who’ve thought about turning trading into their career. Curious if you have what it takes? Hit play and find out...
Why Frustration Is Essential to Trading Mastery
Frustrated with your trading progress? You’re not alone.
In this episode, we unpack the truth about frustration, it’s not your enemy; it’s your greatest teacher.
Inspired by a powerful note from Tim Ferriss’s coach, we explore why frustration is an essential part of mastering any craft, including trading.
Learn how to reframe setbacks, build patience, and thrive despite challenges.
Whether you’re dealing with losing streaks, overtrading, or plateauing performance, this episode will help you shift your mindset and stay the course.
Driving Change with Peter Daniel
Veteran trader Peter Daniel dives into strategies for identifying and overcoming common trader challenges.
In this episode, Peter shares insights from the TradeSmart Accelerator, detailing the progress, challenges, and solutions that have helped the current cohort build resilience and improve their trading.
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🗳️🇺🇸 Trading the US Election
Remember remember the 5th November.
With the US election looming how are you planning to capitalise on the volatility?
One Tweak Away: Peter’s Fixes for Struggling Traders
Join Peter and Mark as they dive into the transformative journeys of traders in the 30-day accelerator program.
Hear about the biggest challenges traders face and how we’re fixing them. Discover the one game-changing tweak Peter made to turn a struggling trader around and learn why having the right plan can make all the difference between winning and losing in the market.
30-Day Trading Accelerator: The Story So Far.
We’re halfway through the 30-Day Trading Accelerator, and it’s time to pause and reflect.
In this episode, I’ll dive into the biggest breakthroughs, lessons learned, and challenges faced so far.
Whether you’re following along or curious about the journey, join me as I share insights from the midpoint of this transformative trading experience.
Developing Trader - Stock Trader Moh Finally Finds His Edge
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Moh, a US stock day trader spent years trying to find what works for him…
He’d scan the markets, find active stocks to trade, but was always hovering at breakeven for months at a time.
His technicals were on point, but there was something missing.
Unfazed, he started to build a playbook of all his trades, logging everything he could.
That work paid off. Because Moh uncovered a common theme present in all his good trades, and so, he imme...
Developing Trader - Ed Jenner Scalping The ES
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Ed is a tape reader, looking for short-term momentum shifts to scalp between 3-5 pts on the S&P 500.
A trader for 6 years he’s now profitable and focusing on sizing up his operation.
In this episode, we talked about his strategy, tape reading, mindset, risk, strategies for scaling up and more.
A great conversation with a great guy.
If you’re a day trader you’ll love it…
Cashflow Your Trades
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Do you often find yourself quickly in profit on most trades, only for it to turn into a 50/50?‘
Cashflowing’ your trades might be a good way to capitalise on that advantage.
De-risk the deal, peel some off, and then let the broader trade thesis play out.
The Tale of Two Traders
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+ A strategy that works
+ Iron discipline
And you get breakthroughs…
When To Quit
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If you’ve been trying the same thing for many months or even years, maybe you need to pivot, adjust, and try something else.
Trading The General Election
Rishi Sunak has announced a UK general election for Thursday the 4th July
How can traders prepare?And what are the best potential trade opportunities?Stay informed by joining my daily email.
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You’ve heard that saying before…
But how can we implement that into our trading?
How do we ask better questions that help us get the results we want?
Let’s explore…
Trading Rules of Thumb
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Rituals, superstitions, mantras, rules of thumb.
We all have them, often these are totally meaningless, but somehow or another they keep us on the right path.
Here are a few that I stand by…
