Latest Trading for a living Podcast Episodes
Robinhood and the Dangers of Margin
Limit Up! Podcast - July 05, 2022 15:30 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsCongress released their report on Robinhood and memestock mania last week. And boy, is it a doozy.
Is a Market Vibe Shift Coming?
Limit Up! Podcast - June 24, 2022 14:30 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsPlunging rate expectations have Dan and Jack split over the next move in equities.
Where the 'Smart' Money Lives
Limit Up! Podcast - June 17, 2022 14:30 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsBonds may not be as exhilarating as other futures products, but they are just about the most important indicator out there.
Is Bad News Good Now?
Limit Up! Podcast - May 27, 2022 15:30 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsWith traders viewing everything through the lens of the Fed, good economic news might not be all it's cracked up to be.
Patience is a Virtue
Limit Up! Podcast - May 20, 2022 15:30 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsIt's tempting to "jump" your levels so you can get in on the action. But if it's not part of your trading strategy, you might want to think twice.
The Bubble Bursts
Limit Up! Podcast - May 13, 2022 14:30 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsThe Nasdaq is down more than 30%. Which begs the question, is everyone having fun yet? Dan and Jack discuss the levels to watch below.
From Stocks and Options to Futures
Limit Up! Podcast - April 29, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsMost traders get started with stocks before exploring other products. Dan and Jack discuss the pros and cons of options and futures when it comes to daytrading.
What You Need in Your Trading Journal
Limit Up! Podcast - April 15, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsDan and Jack discuss the components of an effective trading journal. The trades. Hard data. Emotions and feelings. You'll need them all if you want to get better.
The Wobble Continues
Limit Up! Podcast - April 08, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsIt’s been 136 days since the NQ last hit an all-time high. This is uncharted territory for those who started trading in the past few years. Plus our thoughts on Elon Musk buying nearly 10% of Twitter. Enjoy!
Is The Bottom In?
Limit Up! Podcast - March 25, 2022 15:30 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsDan and Jack look at charts going all the way back to 1998 to put the recent moves in context. Stock index futures are wobbling right now—so will it be smooth sailing, or is the drop we saw just the beginning?
Trading Rising Rates
Limit Up! Podcast - March 18, 2022 15:30 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsThe Fed raised rates this week for the first time since before the pandemic. How will the markets react in this new environment?
Stay Safe Everyone
Limit Up! Podcast - March 11, 2022 15:30 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsVolatility in markets, especially commodities, is extremely high. This is when you need to adjust your risk parameters to trade responsibly.
Stuff Hits the Fan
Limit Up! Podcast - February 25, 2022 14:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsDan and Jack discuss how the Russian invasion of Ukraine completely changes everything.
Bracketology
Limit Up! Podcast - February 11, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsDan and Jack respond to the Fed's threat to raise rates by a whole percentage point before July (not that any of them will care, but still). Then the discussion moves to trading with bracket orders. These are a powerful tool for traders, but the results of a little experiment run by Risk Manager...
Congestion Areas
Limit Up! Podcast - February 03, 2022 22:30 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsDan and Jack reflect on today’s big drop in NQ and take on the concept of trading “congestion areas.” What are they? Why are they important? Listen and you shall be enlightened! There’s also a new segment where Dan reveals what’s working and not working this week for Topstep traders.
How Much Should I Risk Day Trading?
Limit Up! Podcast - January 27, 2022 22:30 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsDiscretionary trading requires a massive amount of… well… discretion. Dan and Jack rundown Thursday’s market action and then partake in a lively discussion about what percent of your stack should be risked each day, week, and year (or even what you should risk, period).
Everything We Know About Stop Losses
Limit Up! Podcast - January 20, 2022 22:30 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsEvery trader knows you need to trade with stops. But where the heck are you supposed to put them? Dan and Jack dive into initial, trailing, time, and volatility stops today in their quest to become more enlightened traders and better men.
Rumors of Our Deaths: Greatly Exaggerated!
Limit Up! Podcast - January 13, 2022 23:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsDan and Jack are back after going "off-the-grid" for six months to discuss their 2022 trading goals, Jack's new family situation, and the new, interactive format of the podcast. Check out the Topstep YouTube Channel at 3PM CT on Thursday afternoons to be part of future live recordings. It’s grea...
Vetting Your Sources
Limit Up! Podcast - July 29, 2021 20:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsWho do you listen to when it comes to trading? Doing your homework and staying informed is an important aspect of long term trading success. As is having a place to bounce around ideas and hear different perspectives. However it’s also critical that you vet those sources. This week on Limit Up! ...
Building Long Term Success in Day Trading
Limit Up! Podcast - July 22, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsHow do you build long term success in day trading? That’s the topic Jack and Dan are tackling this week with practical suggestions for account management, capital allocation and overall risk and money management, helping you find term success to keep you in the game. As always they kick things o...
Market Corrections, Inflation, and You
Limit Up! Podcast - July 15, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsToday Jack and Dan are discussing corrections, inflation and you - yes, you, because this could be affecting all of us. They dive into the idea of market corrections, what they are, the historical context and what you should be looking for right now if you are trading in the futures market speci...
How to Avoid Burnout in Day Trading - The Coach's Playbook
Limit Up! Podcast - July 08, 2021 20:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsThe VIX is up 25 percent. We're back to that 20 handles and that means there's some good day trading coming down the pipe. That being said, we know that's not always the case. So today, we're bringing you a recent segment of The Coach's Playbook with the incomparable Carol Jorissen, big time com...
Meme Stocks & Market Manipulation
Limit Up! Podcast - July 01, 2021 20:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsAre Reddit traders engaging in market manipulation? Today on Limit Up! Jack and Dan talk about why it’s so hard to nail down what is and isn’t manipulation, and how meme stock traders are pointing out interesting flaws in the current system. Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep abo...
When to Change Your Trading Strategy
Limit Up! Podcast - June 24, 2021 20:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsWhen should you change the way you trade? Jack and Dan offer their takes on how to tell if your trading strategy isn’t working, and the first steps towards making meaningful changes. They also talk about the news in crude oil contracts and Microsoft’s recent $2 trillion dollar valuation. Limit...
Trading Futures vs. Options
Limit Up! Podcast - June 17, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsShould you trade options or futures? Today’s Limit Up! is all about answering that timeless question. Jack and Dan weigh the pros and cons of the two and discuss why factors like your timeframe, funding and long term goals could inform your decision. Dan also shares why he thinks the S&P is due ...
What to Expect this Summer
Limit Up! Podcast - June 11, 2021 00:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsWhat can traders expect this summer to hold for them? Jack and Dan talk about the annual slowing down of the markets in the summer, how retail trading’s rise could affect it and why you should always avoid trading Friday afternoons. They also discuss the new inflation numbers coming out from the...
What Kind of Trader are You?
Limit Up! Podcast - June 03, 2021 20:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsOn this week's episode Jack and Dan discuss the different types of traders and trading styles they've seen in the markets, as seen in Topstep's recent "Which Trader are You?" quiz. They break down Gunslingers, Lifestyle traders, Zen traders and Grinders — and the pros and cons of each. They also...
How Prop Shops Evaluate Traders
Limit Up! Podcast - May 27, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsHow do prop shops judge traders? Jack and Dan talk about the metrics and strategies prop shops use to select traders and measure their risk and success. They also comment on the recent chaos in cryptocurrencies and the long-term challenges facing crypto traders. Limit Up! is a podcast brought t...
What's the Deal with Commodities
Limit Up! Podcast - May 20, 2021 20:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsOn today’s special edition of Limit Up! Topstep staff and former traders John Doherty, Mick Ieronimo and John Hoagland talk to new Topstep contributor Carol Jorissen. Carol talks about coming up in the commodities pits, the in and outs of the grain markets and tips for other traders looking to s...
Keep the Numbers on Your Side
Limit Up! Podcast - May 13, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsToday’s Limit Up! is all about risk and reward. How do you maintain long-term profitability in a risky business? Jack and Dan dive into the importance of looking at your trades in the bigger picture, scaling up your trading strategy, and the two factors to look at when assessing your trading pla...
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