Painting The Tape

Painting The Tape
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Painting The Tape is a podcast by traders, for traders, that focuses specifically on the work done by intraday traders in the heat of battle.   Our hosts are (somewhat) normal guys who initially took up trading as a hobby. That hobby soon turned into a passion, which eventually morphed into an obsession. Sponsored By: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTrader Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

  1. 11/09/2025

    Special Guest: Trader Kane

    In this episode of Painting the Tape, Leo, Nick, and Stowe are joined by special guest Kane for a deep dive into the wild world of prop trading. Kane shares his remarkable journey from falling for early forex scams to scoring seven-figure wins and suffering devastating losses in crypto and prop trading. The crew discusses the emotional highs and lows of trading, the realities of funded accounts, and the discipline required to succeed in the markets. Along the way, they tackle the myths and truths of prop firms, the mental game of trading, and the importance of community and resilience. Sponsored by: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTrader Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

    1h 11m

  2. 10/07/2025

    Execution, Scaling, and Taking Profits

    In this episode of Painting the Tape, Leo, Stowe, XY, and Nick dive deep into the art of execution in trading. The crew shares how their approaches to entering and exiting trades have evolved, debates the pros and cons of scaling in versus going full size right away, and challenges common trading platitudes like “never add to a loser.” They discuss risk management, adapting to volatility, and the mental game behind every decision. Sponsored by: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTrader Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

    49 min

  3. 09/14/2025

    The Path Less Traded

    In this episode of Painting the Tape, Leo, Stowe, Nick, and XY dive into the realities of trading and challenge the conventional wisdom that dominates trading communities. The crew discusses why the “path well traveled” isn’t always the right one, debunking common trading platitudes and mental game clichés. They explore the importance of finding your own edge, the pitfalls of blindly following advice, and the evolving landscape of trading education, from legacy floor traders to the rise of online prop firms and social media influencers. With candid stories, sharp humor, and real-world insights, the hosts break down how new and experienced traders alike can navigate the noise, avoid scams, and develop a process that works for them. Sponsored by: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTrader Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

    54 min

  4. 09/14/2025

    New Faces, Same Tape

    Season 2 of Painting the Tape kicks off with Leo, Stowe, XY, and Nick diving back into the world of trading, streaming, and community. The crew reflects on their journey from streaming novices to regulars on Ninja Trader Live, shares stories about their trading origins, and discusses the evolution of their strategies—from early mistakes to finding what works. They talk candidly about the realities of trading, the myths of “secret alpha,” and the importance of sharing knowledge openly. Plus, the team announces a new website packed with resources, playbooks, and answers to the “stupidest questions” about trading and order flow. Expect honest conversations, a few laughs, and a look ahead at what’s coming this season. Sponsored by: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTrader Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

    42 min

  5. 05/04/2025

    Adapting to Change

    We talk about adapting to change, catch up with each other and what we've each been up to for the last few months, and talk about the future of Painting the Tape. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

    37 min

  6. 01/23/2025

    Going off the script

    emergency podcast episode to discuss $TRUMP coin orderflow and how we used it to secure a 10000% return. after that, we get into Stowe's drawdown, trading trump markets, etc. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

    1h 4m

  7. 12/01/2024

    Single Prints, Gaps, & Market Generated Information

    In today's episode we talk about several different Market Profile & MGI concepts including single prints, gaps, and other MGI we use every day. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

    1h 4m

  8. 11/05/2024

    Volume Profile: Part 2

    In this episode we conclude our volume profile conversation, going over some more advanced VP concepts and how we trade them, arguing about the effectiveness of identifying day types, and also stowe rants for a while about a dumb tweet he made and how much he hates how the internet works. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

    1h 12m
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Painting The Tape is a podcast by traders, for traders, that focuses specifically on the work done by intraday traders in the heat of battle.   Our hosts are (somewhat) normal guys who initially took up trading as a hobby. That hobby soon turned into a passion, which eventually morphed into an obsession. Sponsored By: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTrader Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/

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  • Creator
    Painting The Tape
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Painting The Tape
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