Speculators Podcast

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Join us in this mind-blowing conversation with technical analysis expert & Founder of AlphaTrends: Brian Shannon. Brian is the author of 2 of the best trading strategy books of all time: Technical Analysis Using Multiple Timeframes (2008) & Maximum Trading Gains With Anchored VWAP (2023). He has over 3 decades worth of full-time trading experience and currently focuses on swing trading individual stocks for roughly 2-4 day hold times. One of the biggest takeaways from our talk was the anecdote that Brian shared about the Founder & CEO of Citadel: Ken Griffin. In 2021 congressional testimony, Ken Griffin stated: "Today, virtually all trades executed by institutional investors are in the form of program trades such as VWAP and other algorithmic trades...We use VWAP orders to execute on behalf of our hedge fund and have generated exceptional returns for pension plans and for endowments". In 2022, Citadel booked record-breaking profits of $16 billion and Ken Griffin himself made over $4 billion (the largest in hedge fund history). So when somebody like Ken Griffin of Citadel mentions VWAP - it's worth listening to. Brian Shannon is also someone who I've "unknowingly" respected & looked up to for quite a long time. It was incredible to finally meet him and be able to pick his brain. Check out this week's episode of the Speculator's Podcast to discover how I was first introduced to Brian's work years ago and how everything came full circle in this interview.
➡️ Where You Can Find Brian Shannon
YouTube: @alphatrends
Website: AlphaTrends.net
Book: Maximum Trading Gains With Anchored VWAP
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HERE'S WHAT WE COVER:
0:00 Introduction to Brian Shannon
4:36 Stock Trading and Market Adaptation
5:20 Brian's Approach to Core Trading and Stock Analysis
7:27 Risk Management and Holding Strategies
8:35 A Day in the Life of Brian: Trading Routine and Strategies
13:54 Brian's Market Perspective
16:42 Ideal Trading Setup
21:55 Valuing Knowledge: Brian on Pricing His Trading Books
24:22 Exploring the Anchored VWAP
34:30 Decoding Anchored VWAP: Timing and Relevance in Trading
38:14 Balancing Simplicity and Sophistication in Trading
43:07 Avoiding the Pitfall of Curve Fitting
50:55 Fear and Greed in the Markets
53:47 The Journey of VWAP Mastery
WHO IS KORBS → HOST OF SPECULATORS PODCAST:My name is Aaron Korbs and I'm a professional Futures trader specializing in Auction Market Theory, Volume Profile & Order Flow. I'm also the founder of Tradacc.com.
Tradacc is a trading education, training, and mentorship platform where I help traders leverage institutional capital using my volume profile methodology through courses like Volume Profile FormulaTM, Funding AcceleratorTM & Profile MethodTM.
Happy Trading & Watch Your Risk
- Korbs
#AlphaTrends #BrianShannon #VWAP #AVWAP #SpeculatorsPodcast
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➡️ Where You Can Find Sara Jorge
X/Twitter: @PerceptivTrader
E-Book: Building the Mindset of a Trader
Join us in this captivating conversation with Sara Jorge aka The Perceptive Trader, as she delves into the crucial role that emotional intelligence plays in trading. Sara shares her journey and strategies, including how to effectively manage emotions and make empowered decisions in the heat of the market. Whether you're a novice or seasoned trader, this episode is packed with insights to rewire your brain for success. Don't miss out on these valuable lessons to elevate your trading psychology and overall performance!
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HERE'S WHAT WE COVER:
0:00 Introduction to Sara Jorge
4:23 Transitioning from Swing to Intraday Trading
6:51 Sara's Approach to Selecting Currency Pairs
10:44 Focusing Beyond Techniques: The Mental Aspects of Trading in Sara's eBook
16:14 The Crucial Role of Psychology in Trading Success
22:32 Identifying and Managing Emotional Triggers
27:50 Effective Coping Strategies for Managing Trading Triggers
33:49 Enhancing Trading with Mindfulness and Self-Awareness
38:10 Tracking Progress in Trading: Beyond Wins to Behavioral Change
41:40 Cognitive Biases in Trading
43:38 Combatting Confirmation Bias in Trading Decisions
49:06 Balancing Fear and Confidence in Trading Decisions
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WHO IS KORBS → HOST OF SPECULATORS PODCAST:My name is Aaron Korbs and I'm a professional Futures trader specializing in Auction Market Theory, Volume Profile & Order Flow. I'm also the founder of Tradacc.com.
Tradacc is a trading education, training, and mentorship platform where I help traders leverage institutional capital using my volume profile methodology through courses like Volume Profile FormulaTM, Funding AcceleratorTM & Profile MethodTM.
Happy Trading & Watch Your Risk
- Korbs
#ThePerceptiveTrader #SpeculatorsPodcast
Risk Disclaimer: https://go.tradacc.com/Risk

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➡️ Where You Can Find Jack Schwager
Market Wizards - Interviews With Top Traders [Book]
Join us in this captivating conversation with industry legend: Jack Schwager. Jack is the author of the most popular trading book series of all time: Market Wizards - starting with the original in 1989 followed by The New Market Wizards (1992), Stock Market Wizards (2001), Hedge Fund Market Wizards (2012), and Unknown Market Wizards (2020). Discover the insider secrets that set highly-successful traders like Ray Dalio, Michael Marcus, Bruce Kovner, and Paul Tudor Jones apart from the masses in this illuminating episode with the "Wizard Whisperer" himself.
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HERE'S WHAT WE COVER:
0:00 Introduction to Jack Schwager
1:26 Jack's Current Market Involvement
5:01 Why Jack Won't Write About Crypto Wizards or Dogecoin
6:20 The Legacy of 'Market Wizards': Jack on the Future of His Brand
7:38 Backstory of 'Market Wizards' Iconic Title Creation
8:52 Podcasting vs. Writing: Jack on the New Age of Interviews
11:35 The Varied Personalities of Market Wizards
17:38 Inside the World of Market Wizards
19:42 The Workspaces of Trading Experts
21:16 Interviewing the Icons: Were Market Wizards Masters of Balance?
23:30 Defining Traits of Top Traders
29:07 Journaling for Trading Success: A Habit of Market Wizards
32:04 Mentorship vs. Self-Taught Success in the World of Trading
37:25 The Role of Grit in Trading Success
38:39 Age of Breakthrough: When Do Market Wizards Hit Their Stride
44:05 Advice for Aspiring Traders
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WHO IS KORBS → HOST OF SPECULATORS PODCAST:My name is Aaron Korbs and I'm a professional Futures trader specializing in Auction Market Theory, Volume Profile & Order Flow. I'm also the founder of Tradacc.com.
Tradacc is a trading education, training, and mentorship platform where I help traders leverage institutional capital using my volume profile methodology through courses like Volume Profile FormulaTM, Funding AcceleratorTM & Profile MethodTM.
Happy Trading & Watch Your Risk
- Korbs
#JackSchwager #MarketWizards #SpeculatorsPodcast
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➡️ Where You Can Find Josh Schuler
Twitter: @TradeWithProf
Website: TradeWithProfile.com
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Join us in this captivating conversation with the Founder & Chief Auction Maven of Trade With Profile: Josh Schuler. Josh is an intraday futures trader that uses market profile/TPO & volume profile as primary tools for organizing & analyzing market context/structure (or as he often refers to it - "posture"). Discover the 4-question framework he uses to continuously build & refine his powerful playbook of trade setups. His overall message is clear: Build Real Skills. Make Better Decisions. Capture Consistent Profits.
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HERE'S WHAT WE COVER:
0:00 Introduction to Josh Schuler
2:37 Josh's Market Approach
4:49 A Glimpse into Josh's Daily Routine
8:35 Post-Session Routines and Preparation
12:53 Trading Strategies for Weekends
16:33 Strategizing for Different Market Products
21:44 Trading Focus: Quality Over Quantity
26:42 Identifying Trading Opportunities
31:44 Utilizing Volume Profile and TPO in Trading Strategy
37:01 Optimizing and Evolving the Trading Playbook
41:55 Overcoming Impulse: A Journey to Disciplined Trading
46:08 Crafting a Precise Intraday Trading Playbook
53:00 Optimizing Chart Replay for Trade Refinement
54:02 Unpacking Entry Techniques and Order Flow in Trading
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WHO IS KORBS → HOST OF SPECULATORS PODCAST:My name is Aaron Korbs and I'm a professional Futures trader specializing in Auction Market Theory, Volume Profile & Order Flow. I'm also the founder of Tradacc.com.
Tradacc is a trading education, training, and mentorship platform where I help traders leverage institutional capital using my volume profile methodology through courses like Volume Profile FormulaTM, Funding AcceleratorTM & Profile MethodTM.
Happy Trading & Watch Your Risk
- Korbs
#joshschuler #tradewithprofile #profilepathway #speculatorspodcast
Risk Disclaimer: https://go.tradacc.com/Risk

➡️ Where You Can Find Jared Tendler
The Mental Game of Trading [Book]
The Mental Game of Trading LIVE [Group Coaching]
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Join us in this deep conversation with Jared Tendler as he discusses the intricate web of emotions and cognitive biases that influence our trading decisions. Jared has a fascinating story that led him down the "psychology of performance" path, and it all started after he personally choked trying to quality for the US Open Golf Championship. He's not an active trader himself, but his books and performance coaching resources are highly-acclaimed within numerous competitive circles: sports, poker, trading, business, and more.
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HERE'S WHAT WE COVER:
0:00 Introduction to Jared Tendler
1:37 Jared's Backstory with the Markets and Crypto Trading
4:05 Defining and Understanding Tilt in Trading
5:10 The Importance of Emotional Control in Trading
6:27 Jared’s Tips for Aspiring Traders
9:32 Transitioning from Poker to Trading
11:33 Unpacking Fear in Trading
13:08 The Yerkes-Dodson Law and Trading Performance
19:21 Engaging with a Variety of Clients
20:38 Working with Traders: The Benefit of Understanding Their Methods
24:22 Expanding on the Discipline Misconception
30:13 Emotional Challenges in Trading
33:44 The Power of Taking Notes About Your Emotional State
36:47 The Challenge of Identifying Personal Issues
40:24 The Roots of Trading Issues
44:02 Strategies to Deal with Cognitive Biases
46:12 Jared's Perspective on Winning and Losing in Long-Term Trading
48:23 Identifying the Path Forward in Trading Performance
52:03 Delving Deeper into Emotional Awareness and Tilt
55:05 Building General Sensitivity Through Awareness
1:01:52 Understanding the Emotional Curve
1:04:29 Tailoring Coaching to Individual Needs and Preferences
1:05:51 Jared's Thoughts on Brain Training Apps
1:06:30 Importance of Systematizing Decision-Making
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WHO IS KORBS → HOST OF SPECULATORS PODCAST:My name is Aaron Korbs and I'm a professional Futures trader specializing in Auction Market Theory, Volume Profile & Order Flow. I'm also the founder of Tradacc.com.
Tradacc is a trading education, training, and mentorship platform where I help traders leverage institutional capital using my volume profile methodology through courses like Volume Profile FormulaTM, Funding AcceleratorTM & Profile MethodTM.
Happy Trading & Watch Your Risk
- Korbs
#jaredtendler #thementalgameoftrading #speculatorspodcast
Risk Disclaimer: https://go.tradacc.com/Risk