Sponsored by Pepperstone
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-second chart.
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The Scalper Who Tried to Follow the Textbook
Sponsored by Pepperstone
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 textbook and go all-in on your strengthsA simple test to know if your current strategy is legit or lucky.
If you’re profitable, but second-guessing your style because it’s not “by the book”… this one’s for you.
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What Paul Tudor Jones Can Still Teach You
Sponsored by Pepperstone
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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Singles, Doubles, and the One You Swing For
Sponsored by Pepperstone
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.
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Emotional Training
How to build the mindset of a trader who can withstand anything.
Sponsored by Pepperstone
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.
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