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12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

"MARKET WIZARDS" PART V / THE PSYCHOLOGY OF TRADING / DR. VAN K. THARP: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF TRADING

John & Tara discuss the chapter dedicated to Dr Van K. Tharp, who examines the importance of psychology in trading success. Tharp, a research psychologist, uses his Investment Psychology Inventory to identify traits that contribute to both winning and losing in the financial markets. He argues that success in trading is not just about strategy, but also about a trader’s mindset, mental state, and beliefs. Tharp further explores these concepts, providing examples of successful and unsuccessful traders and outlining the psychological impediments that prevent many from achieving consistent profits. He then introduces the concept of "super-traders" and outlines his ongoing research into modelling success and duplicating the results of top traders. - What are the key psychological factors that influence trading success, according to Dr. Tharp? - How does Dr. Tharp's work on modelling success apply to the development of winning traders? - What are the most effective strategies for overcoming common psychological impediments to successful trading?

12/10/2024

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16 min
12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

"THE DISCIPLINED TRADER" BY MARK DOUGLAS / JOHN & TARA TRADING PODCAST

John and Tara discuss the book “The Disciplined Trader” by Mark Douglas which explores the psychological aspects of trading. The text argues that trading success hinges on managing one's mental environment, specifically by overcoming fear and developing self-discipline. Douglas uses his personal story as a trader to illustrate the importance of embracing self-acceptance and releasing negative mental patterns. He outlines a framework for understanding how emotions, beliefs, and perceptions influence trading decisions, highlighting the need to cultivate a positive mindset, manage mental energy, and develop a clear trading strategy. Ultimately, Douglas emphasizes that achieving consistency in trading requires acknowledging the subjective nature of perception and the importance of controlling one's own psychological state.

12/10/2024

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11 min
12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 2

John and Tara discuss ICT’s lesson from a futures index trading mentorship programme 2022, episode 2. ICT explains how to identify trading setups using a combination of technical analysis and price action. He stresses the importance of independent thinking and avoiding reliance on signals, advocating for a deep understanding of price movements. ICT also emphasizes the need for practice and backtesting to develop trading skills and make informed decisions. His approach centres around identifying price imbalances and liquidity pools, and understanding how algorithms drive market movements. ICT encourages viewers to use the knowledge they gain to develop their own trading strategies and potentially benefit from the financial markets.

12/10/2024

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13 min
12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 21

John and Tara discuss ICT mentorship 2022 episode 21 where he provides a detailed explanation of the relationship between the dollar index and the E-mini S&P futures market. ICT, a forex and futures trader with 30+ years of experience, uses the example of the June 2022 contract to illustrate how the dollar index can be used to predict movements in other markets, such as the stock market. He emphasises the importance of understanding market structure, time, and price action to make successful trades. ICT also discusses the challenges of trading in a heavy market, where prices are not conducive to making short-term profits, and encourages viewers to accept that they will not be able to participate in every market move.

12/10/2024

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9 min
12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 18

John and Tara discuss ICT’s Episode 18 which provides a detailed explanation of a unique trading model ICT has developed. The model uses the concept of fair value gaps, which occur when a price movement results in a significant difference between the high and low of the previous day, creating a potential for reversal. ICT focuses on identifying these gaps in various timeframes to determine potential trading setups. He also discusses the concept of order blocks, which occur when a price movement creates a consecutive series of candles with an imbalance. ICT emphasises the importance of understanding the dynamics of price action, particularly the concept of liquidity, to establish trade entries and exits. ICT encourages viewers to practice this model by backtesting and keeping a study journal to improve their understanding of market behaviour.

12/10/2024

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14 min
12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 16

John and Tara discuss ICT’s episode 16 on the use of multiple setups in trading sessions, focusing on the S&P futures mini contract. ICT highlights the importance of identifying liquidity imbalances, time of day, and day of the week for making trading decisions. He encourages viewers to backtest historical data and to develop their own unique trading models based on these concepts. He emphasizes the algorithmic nature of the markets and refutes the relevance of traditional technical analysis techniques.

12/10/2024

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7 min
12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 13

John and Tara discuss ICT’s lesson on how to trade effectively. He believes that the key to success is understanding price action, which is the way that the price of an asset moves over time. He illustrates his trading methods by demonstrating his trades on a demo account. The video also highlights ICT’s belief that the best way to learn is through practice and experience. He encourages his students to backtest his methods and spend time watching price action. He emphasizes that consistency and profitability are the ultimate goals.

12/10/2024

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17 min
12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

"MARKET WIZARDS" PART I / FUTURES AND CURRENCIES / GARY BIELFELDT: YES, THEY DO TRADE T-BONDS IN PEORIA

John and Tara discuss the story of Gary Bielfeldt, a T-bond futures trader from Jack Schwager’s book Market Wizards. He began his career with a mere £800 investment and, through years of hard work and consistent success, became one of the most prominent players in the market. Bielfeldt's approach is based on fundamental analysis, supplemented by his own trend-following system, which he uses to confirm or deny his trading decisions. The story highlights Bielfeldt's unique trading philosophy, characterised by patience and the willingness to wait for the right opportunities, and contrasts it with the fast-paced, highly leveraged nature of futures trading. The story also emphasises his dedication to his community, evident in his decision to establish a foundation to support various programs in his hometown of Peoria. - What are the key factors that contributed to Gary Bielfeldt's success as a trader? - How did Bielfeldt's trading style evolve over time, and what prompted those changes? - What are the similarities and differences between Bielfeldt's trading philosophy and the strategies employed by other successful traders?

12/10/2024

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10 min
14/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

“HEDGE FUND MARKET WIZARDS” / PART I. MACRO MEN / COLM O'SHEA: KNOWING WHEN IT'S RAINING

John and Tara discuss an interview with Colm O'Shea from Jack Schwager’s book. Colm O’Shea is a successful global macro trader, where he discusses his unique approach to investing and trading. He emphasizes the importance of risk management, flexibility, and understanding the market's psychology, stating that he is more interested in identifying and reacting to real-time events rather than forecasting future trends. He dismisses traditional trading rules, arguing that they are often counterproductive and can lead to emotional trading decisions. O'Shea's primary goal is to limit downside risk while maintaining the potential for significant upside, and he achieves this by carefully selecting trades with asymmetrical risk/reward profiles. He believes that successful trading is less about predicting market movements and more about recognizing when they are happening, and adjusting one's strategies accordingly. - How has Colm O’Shea’s perspective on markets evolved over time? - What are Colm O’Shea’s most significant lessons in trading? - How does Colm O’Shea’s approach to risk management differ from other traders?

14/10/2024

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15 min
12/10/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

ICT FOREX MARKET MAKER PRIMER COURSE / 18. TARGET SELECTIONS & PROFIT OBJECTIVES

John and Tara discuss ICT’s episode where he focuses on forex trading techniques that rely on Fibonacci extensions. He provides a step-by-step guide for identifying potential target levels for weekly trades. ICT demonstrates how to measure price swings and apply Fibonacci extensions to these swings. He also highlights the importance of identifying confluences where multiple Fibonacci levels intersect to increase the probability of reaching a target price. ICT concludes by emphasizing the importance of considering spreads and a conservative approach to profit-taking to ensure successful outcomes.

12/10/2024

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12 min

John & Tara discuss trading strategies, analyse ICT mentorship content, and other best-in-class trading topics: trading psychology, money and risk management, market structure, market makers, and many more… Each podcast extracts the essence of the best trading books and videos in an easy-to-digest-way.

John & Tara Trading

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"MARKET WIZARDS" PART V / THE PSYCHOLOGY OF TRADING / DR. VAN K. THARP: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF TRADING

"THE DISCIPLINED TRADER" BY MARK DOUGLAS / JOHN & TARA TRADING PODCAST

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 2

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 21

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 18

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 16

ICT MENTORSHIP 2022 / EPISODE 13

"MARKET WIZARDS" PART I / FUTURES AND CURRENCIES / GARY BIELFELDT: YES, THEY DO TRADE T-BONDS IN PEORIA

“HEDGE FUND MARKET WIZARDS” / PART I. MACRO MEN / COLM O'SHEA: KNOWING WHEN IT'S RAINING

ICT FOREX MARKET MAKER PRIMER COURSE / 18. TARGET SELECTIONS & PROFIT OBJECTIVES

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