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Options Trading Podcast

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16:20

How Can I Stick to My Trading Plan When Tempted to...

Options Trading Podcast ·

2025/09/12

You’ve done the research and built a logical, meticulous trading plan. But when the market starts moving and emotions run high, that plan often flies right out the window. This episode tackles one of the most fundamental challenges in trading and answers a vital question from our community: How can I stick to my trading plan when tempted to deviate? We explore the brain science behind why our primal emotions of fear and greed often override our logical plans. Discover the counterintuitive rea...

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18:07

How Do I Interpret Price Action Without Relying on...

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2025/09/11

Do your trading charts look like a rainbow mess of lagging indicators, leading to confusion and missed opportunities? There is a powerful alternative: learning to read the chart itself. This episode provides a complete guide to "naked trading" and answers a fundamental question from our community: How do I interpret price action without relying on indicators? We break down how to go straight to the source—the price—to understand the real-time battle between buyers and sellers. Learn to read t...

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18:30

What Is a False Breakout and How Can I Avoid Getting...

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2025/09/10

It’s a feeling every trader knows: the pit in your stomach when a perfect breakout suddenly reverses, leaving you trapped in a losing trade. These market illusions can be incredibly frustrating and costly. This episode provides a complete guide to understanding and navigating one of the oldest traps in trading and answers a vital question from our community: What is a false breakout and how can I avoid getting trapped? We reveal how false breakouts are often deliberately engineered by large p...

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16:13

How Do I Set Up a Charting Platform for Options Trading?

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2025/09/09

Is your charting platform a confusing mess or a finely tuned cockpit? For an options trader, the difference is critical. A cluttered, poorly designed workspace is a direct path to bad decisions. This episode provides a blueprint for building your ultimate trading command center and answers a key question from our community: How do I set up a charting platform for options trading? We break down the non-negotiable features your platform must have, from multi-timeframe analysis to robust options...

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22:08

How Are Options Trading Profits Taxed?

Options Trading Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Taxes are rarely the most exciting part of trading, but ignoring them can seriously damage your bottom line. This episode demystifies the tax code for options traders and answers a critical question from our community: How are options trading profits taxed? We unpack the essential rules you need to know, starting with the single most important takeaway for retail traders: nearly all standard options profits are taxed as short-term capital gains at your higher, ordinary income rate. However, w...

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20:42

Why Do Emotions Often Lead to Bad Trading Decisions?

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2025/09/07

Most traders think their main battle is against the market, but the real challenge is the one happening inside their own head. This episode provides a deep dive into trading psychology and answers a fundamental question from our community: Why do emotions often lead to bad trading decisions? We go under the hood to explore the "unwanted backseat drivers"—fear, greed, overconfidence, and frustration—that can sabotage even the best strategies. Discover the actual brain science behind why we mak...

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13:17

Which Brokerage or Trading Platform Is Best for...

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2025/09/06

When you first start trading, the number of platforms to choose from can be completely overwhelming. This episode cuts through the noise to answer a critical community question: Which brokerage or trading platform is best for trading options? The answer might surprise you: there is no single "best" one. Instead, we reveal that the best platform is the one that's best for you. We break down the eight non-negotiable criteria you must consider before making a choice, from usability and commissio...

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17:44

How Does Moving Average Analysis Help with Options...

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2025/09/05

Moving averages are one of the most common—and most misunderstood—tools in a trader's arsenal. Some swear by them, while others dismiss them as lagging and useless. So, what's the truth? We're here to answer a crucial community question: How does moving average analysis help with options trades? In this deep dive, we cut through the hype to reveal how moving averages can be a powerful source of confidence and clarity for options traders. Discover the key differences between a Simple Moving Av...

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15:17

How Do I Handle the Fear of Losing Money in Trading?

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2025/09/04

The fear of losing money is a universal feeling for every trader, from the novice to the seasoned pro. But what if the fear itself is more dangerous than the loss? This episode tackles a deeply personal and critical community question: How do I handle the fear of losing money in trading? We dive deep into a practical, step-by-step framework for conquering this powerful emotion. Learn the foundational mindset shift of accepting losses as a "business expense," and discover why focusing on your ...

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19:17

What Is A Cash-Secured Put And How Does It Work?

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2025/09/03

Options trading can sound complex, but some strategies are surprisingly simple and logical. In this episode, we answer a fundamental question from our community: What is a cash-secured put and how does it work? We break down this conservative options strategy, often described as a way to "get paid to buy stocks at a discount." Discover the two "win-win" outcomes for disciplined investors, how it can be used to generate income from idle cash, and the step-by-step mechanics using real-world exa...

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22:11

Can I Trade Options In A Retirement Account (IRA_401k)?

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2025/09/02

Most investors see retirement accounts as passive, long-term vehicles for stocks and funds. But what if you could be more active and strategic? This episode tackles a frequently asked question from our community: Can I trade options in a retirement account (IRA_401k)? We dive deep into the rules, revealing that the answer is a conditional "yes." Discover the crucial differences between IRAs and 401(k)s, the tiered approval levels brokers use, and which specific strategies are allowed—from cov...

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16:08

How do earnings reports affect stock prices?

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2025/09/01

Every quarter, the market enters a period of high drama and volatility known as earnings season. A single report can send a stock soaring or tumbling in a matter of hours, leaving many investors confused. This episode directly answers a question from our community: How do earnings reports affect stock prices? We demystify this critical market event by breaking down what's actually inside an earnings report, from top-line revenue to the all-important Earnings Per Share (EPS). Discover why the ...

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18:29

How Can I Avoid Revenge Trading After A Loss?

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2025/08/31

That gut-wrenching feeling after a trading loss can trigger one of the most destructive impulses an investor can face: the urge to "win it back" immediately. So, how do you handle it? This episode directly answers a question from our community: How can I avoid revenge trading after a loss? We're taking a deep dive into the psychology behind this dangerous habit, exploring why our brains are hardwired to treat financial losses like physical pain. Discover the three primary psychological driver...

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16:27

The Hidden Force: What is Implied Volatility in...

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2025/08/30

What is implied volatility in options trading? If you trade options, you've heard the term "implied volatility" or "IV." But what does it really mean, and more importantly, how does it affect your trades? This isn't just jargon; it's the invisible hand that shapes every option price and can make or break your profitability. In this episode, we demystify implied volatility. We'll explain what it is (the market's forecast for future movement), how it's different from historical volatility (past...

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16:28

EPS Explained: How to Calculate Earnings Per Share

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2025/08/29

How do I calculate earnings per share (EPS)? Earnings per share (EPS) is one of the most talked-about financial metrics. It's a key figure in every earnings report, yet many people don't fully understand what it is or how it’s calculated. In this episode, we're decoding EPS to help you make smarter financial decisions. We break down the EPS formula, explaining what goes into it, including net income, preferred dividends, and weighted average shares. We'll also tackle the crucial difference be...

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15:38

The Ultimate Guide to Chart Timeframes: From Day...

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2025/08/28

What timeframes should I use for analyzing trades in options? If you've ever found yourself clicking between different chart timeframes—one-minute, five-minute, daily, weekly—you're not alone. This is one of the most common questions in options trading, and for good reason. Picking the wrong timeframe can lead to costly mistakes and a complete misreading of the market. In this episode, we break down the three main types of timeframes: short-term (intraday), medium-term (swing trading), and lo...

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25:06

Lottery Player vs. The House: Buying vs. Selling Options

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2025/08/27

What is the difference between buying an option and selling (writing) an option? When you hear the word "options," you might feel a mix of fascination and fear. But to truly understand them, you must first grasp a fundamental distinction that changes everything: the difference between buying an option and selling(or writing) one. It's a critical split that defines completely different goals, risks, and mindsets. In this deep dive, we break down both sides of the trade. We explore the buyer's ...

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18:40

How to Stop Sabotaging Your Trades

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2025/08/26

How do I stay disciplined when trading options? You've got a great strategy and a solid plan, but do you have the discipline to follow it? In this episode, we go beyond "just try harder" to show you how to build a structure that makes disciplined trading a default behavior. We break down the core components of a successful trading plan, why your position size is so important, and how to use automation and checklists to your advantage. This isn't just about willpower; it's about designing a sy...

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16:15

Is This Company a Profit Machine, or a House of Cards?

Options Trading Podcast ·

2025/08/25

How do I read a company’s income statement? Ever felt lost staring at a company's financial statements? In this episode, we'll demystify the income statement (or P&L), showing you how to read it like a financial scoreboard. You'll learn to see past the raw numbers and understand the story they're telling about a company's health and profitability. We break down the key sections from revenue to net income and reveal why watching the trends is more important than any single data point. Are ...

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20:24

Financial X-Ray: What a Balance Sheet Reveals

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2025/08/24

How do I read a company’s balance sheet? Most traders look at a stock's price chart, but what's hiding underneath? In this episode, we give you the financial X-ray vision you need to instantly gauge a company's health. We break down the core concepts of the balance sheet, including assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity, and show you how to use simple ratios to spot a lean, healthy company—or a bloated mess. The balance sheet isn't just about making money; it's about survival. What fin...

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