Rogue Trader Podcast

Nick Leeson

The Rogue Trader Podcast, hosted by the legendary Nick Leeson, offers a bold and captivating exploration of the financial world and beyond. Joined by co-hosts Jason Sen and Oonagh Van den Berg, the podcast combines expert insights, compelling stories, and thought-provoking discussions. With engaging guest appearances, it ventures into topics that stretch beyond finance, offering listeners a dynamic and diverse perspective on the world.

  1. 3 FEB

    Rogue Trader Podcast - E025 - Gold’s $100 Swings + Bitcoin Breakdown: How to Trade a “Gamble” Market

    In this episode of The Rogue Trader Podcast, Nick is joined by Jason Sen to talk through brutal market conditions — with gold whipping around in huge moves and Bitcoin slicing through key levels. Jason breaks down gold’s trend + key levels and maps out Bitcoin’s next major support zone and what he’s watching from a technical perspective. Timestamps : 00:00 – Welcome + why this week has been a rollercoaster 01:46 – The core advice for dangerous volatility (size down, widen stops, take profit) 07:25 – Gold chart: volatility, consolidation, and key levels 08:30 – Bitcoin chart: broken trendlines, bear-flag risk, and the next support zone 10:25 – Final take: step aside vs. “we can’t resist”

    11 min

  2. 24/11/2025

    Rogue Trader Podcast - E024 - Stop Chasing Losses: Discipline, Bitcoin Bounce & US Index Setups

    Follow Nick’s trades live in his FREE Telegram channel:https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE In this episode of the Rogue Trader Podcast, Nick and technical analyst Jason Sen dig into the real reasons traders blow up their accounts — from chasing losses and adding to losers, to trading on impulse without any real process behind the clicks. Nick shares how his own self-taught background in Singapore still leads him down trading rabbit holes today, while Jason explains how early floor training, role models like David Kite, and a strict “plan the trade, trade the plan” mindset changed the way he approaches risk forever. Timestamps0:00 – Intro & trading rabbit holes0:46 – Training, role models & the power of early discipline2:31 – Learning on the job vs structured education4:55 – Nick’s big week, one Dow trade & giving it back6:34 – “Plan the trade, trade the plan” – Jason’s process8:14 – Bitcoin levels: 84–85k support, stop hunts & the bounce10:16 – Gold’s sideways triangle & doji candles11:17 – US indices: Nasdaq patterns, Fib levels & support13:25 – Holiday week, lower volume & closing thoughts Follow Jason SenTelegram: t.me/daytradeideasWebsite: daytradeideas.co.ukTwitter/X: x.com/DayTradeIdeasLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jason-sen-46b5186

    14 min

  3. 15/10/2025

    Rogue Trader Podcast - E023 - Nick Leeson on the Wildest Market in Years

    📌 Follow Nick’s trades live in his FREE Telegram channel:👉 https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE Gold is on fire — up more than 55% this year and breaking new records almost daily. But behind the headlines lies a market so volatile it’s shaking even the pros. In this episode of The Rogue Trader Podcast, Nick and Jason break down the chaos in gold — $100 daily swings, blown stops, and how to survive (or profit) when every candle looks like a crash or a moonshot. They also touch on Bitcoin’s messy consolidation, Trump’s tariff talk, and why sometimes the smartest move is to sit on your hands. Timestamps:00:00 – Gold’s incredible rally and record highs 01:00 – Nick’s struggle trading gold’s wild swings 03:00 – Jason on why gold now moves like an index 05:00 – Surviving the volatility: stops, sizing, and strategy 07:00 – How big gold moves distort normal trading setups 08:30 – “Sit on your hands”: patience in chaotic markets 09:00 – Trump’s tariffs, Bitcoin reaction, and key levels 10:30 – Bitcoin’s sideways range and 200-day MA bounce 11:30 – Nick’s golden Christmas story (literally) Subscribe for more real-world market talk — no hype, no BS, just raw trading insight from the man who brought down Barings Bank. 📊 Follow Jason SenTelegram: t.me/daytradeideasWebsite: daytradeideas.co.ukTwitter/X: x.com/DayTradeIdeasLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jason-sen-46b5186 #RogueTraderPodcast #NickLeeson #Gold #Trading #Markets #Bitcoin #Finance

    12 min

  4. 24/09/2025

    Rogue Trader Podcast - E022 - “Buy the Dip?” Gold’s Relentless Run, BTC Support, and S&P Breakout

    📌 Follow Nick’s trades live in his FREE Telegram channel:👉 https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE Nick is joined again by Jason Sen to unpack a relentless week in the markets: gold pushing fresh all-time highs and eyeing new upside targets, Bitcoin defending a key 112k area, and a still-frothy S&P that keeps squeezing shorts. Plus: Jason’s London appearance at the Prop Trading Expo. In this episode: Why gold keeps printing higher highs and where Jason’s next projection levels sit (e.g., 3820–3828) after that fresh ATH.Nick’s candid take as a habitual gold short—and what would finally make him flip.Bitcoin’s ~112k support as a near-term pivot and the case for a push back toward 115–118.S&P 500: trend-following in a “buyer-on-weakness” bull, and why shorts may still be getting squeezed.Meet Jason in London: Prop Trading Expo, De Vere Connaught Rooms (Holborn)—two on-stage presentations. Timestamps 0:00 – Intro & Jason’s recent gold calls1:40 – Gold hits new highs; Fibonacci pullbacks & next upside targets (3820–3828)5:40 – Bitcoin: 112k support, path to 115–1188:00 – S&P 500: bull trend, consolidation break, short squeeze risk10:25 – London Prop Trading Expo details & wrap-up 📊 Follow Jason SenTelegram: t.me/daytradeideasWebsite: daytradeideas.co.ukTwitter/X: x.com/DayTradeIdeasLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jason-sen-46b5186 #Gold #Bitcoin #Trading #NickLeeson #Markets

    11 min

  5. 09/09/2025

    Rogue Trader Podcast - E021 - Gold Breaks Records Again! – Nick & Jason Market Update

    📌 Follow Nick’s trades live in his FREE Telegram channel:👉 https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE Gold has smashed through new highs once more, leaving traders scrambling for answers. In this episode, Nick Leeson and Jason Sen break down the recent explosive moves in the gold market, what’s driving the surge, and what traders should watch next. From algorithmic trading and key psychological price levels to Fibonacci extensions and trend-following strategies, Nick and Jason explore the mechanics behind the relentless rally. They also touch on silver’s contrasting performance and share insights into Bitcoin’s bullish setup. Subscribe now for weekly market updates and trading strategies with Nick Leeson and top financial experts. 📊 Follow Jason Sen Telegram: t.me/daytradeideas Website: daytradeideas.co.uk Twitter/X: x.com/DayTradeIdeas LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jason-sen-46b5186 #Gold #Bitcoin #Trading #NickLeeson #Markets

    10 min

  6. 30/08/2025

    Rogue Trader Podcast - E020 - Trading Pits, Market Crashes & Voodoo Lines | Tony Laporta

    📌 Follow Nick’s trades live in his FREE Telegram channel:👉 https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE Welcome back to the Rogue Trader Podcast with Nick Leeson! This week, Nick is joined by legendary futures trader Tony Laporta — a market veteran with over 40 years of experience on the floors of Chicago, London, and beyond. 📊 Check out Tony Laporta's website:www.tonylaporta.com 🎙️ Subscribe for weekly episodes with market insights, trading stories, and expert guests. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction with Nick Leeson & Tony Laporta 00:46 – Starting out in the gold pit in 1979 03:10 – Building $25 into $100,000… and losing it all 04:00 – Moving to London & early days at LIFFE 05:20 – Memories of the 1987 Crash 09:40 – Big wins, big losses, and lessons learned 12:00 – Transitioning back to US markets in the 1990s 13:30 – The power of Tony’s “Voodoo Lines” strategy 16:10 – Trading psychology and why the biggest challenge is mental 19:30 – Trump, tariffs, and unpredictable markets 21:30 – The shift from pit trading to screens 23:00 – Creating a Virtual Trading Room for camaraderie & shared insights 25:30 – Addiction, sobriety, and two trading careers 27:10 – Passing on lessons to the next generation of traders 29:00 – Why gut instinct remains a trader’s greatest tool 31:00 – Closing thoughts & future conversations 📌 Follow Nick’s trades live in his FREE Telegram channel:👉 https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE

    32 min

  7. 22/08/2025

    How Romance Scammers Trick Victims | Nick Leeson x Becky Holmes

    Welcome back to the Rogue Trader Podcast with Nick Leeson! This week, Nick is joined by author and fraud-awareness advocate Becky Holmes, known for her sharp insights (and sharp humor) on romance scams, online fraud, and scam psychology. They dive into: How Becky went from bored during lockdown to exposing romance scammers on Twitter/X as Death to SpinachWhy romance fraud is one of the most misunderstood crimesThe psychology of grooming in scams, and why smart, successful people still fall victimThe story behind her book Keanu Reeves Is Not in Love With You (inspired by the infamous Keanu Reeves scam)How fraudsters move victims across platforms like LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and TelegramNick’s own reflections on confidence tricks, financial fraud, and social media “cheat culture”📚 Check out Becky’s books, including Keanu Reeves Is Not in Love With You:https://amzn.eu/d/9OUaZRb Pre-order her upcoming book here:https://t.co/ANz4LHZCPwhttps://t.co/YZX7lUl1K7 📌 Follow Nick’s trades in his FREE Telegram channel: 👉 https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE Subscribe to the Rogue Trader Podcast for more weekly conversations on financial markets, fraud prevention, trading psychology, and investing insights. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction with Becky Holmes03:10 – How scammers approached her during lockdown06:05 – Romance fraud, psychology & shame10:30 – Grooming and long-term scam tactics17:00 – Confidence tricks & social media “cheat culture”22:20 – Closing thoughts & Becky’s upcoming work

    24 min

  8. 19/08/2025

    Rogue Trader Podcast - E018 - Markets Go Quiet – Nick & Jason on Trading Discipline & Jackson Hole

    📌 Follow Nick’s trades live in his FREE Telegram channel: 👉 https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE Welcome back to the Rogue Trader Podcast! This week Nick Leeson is joined once again by market analyst Jason Sen to talk about the current trading environment — from low summer volumes and volatility, to Bitcoin, gold, and the major US indices. They share thoughts on why sometimes the best trade is no trade, how to approach sideways markets, and what to watch as central bankers gather at Jackson Hole. Subscribe for weekly episodes on markets, trading psychology, and financial insights. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction with Nick Leeson & Jason Sen 00:30 – Summer markets & trading discipline 02:20 – Bitcoin technicals & retracements 04:20 – Gold’s sideways consolidation 09:40 – Jackson Hole Symposium outlook 📊 Follow Jason Sen Telegram: t.me/daytradeideas Website: daytradeideas.co.uk Twitter/X: x.com/DayTradeIdeas LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jason-sen-46b5186 📌 Follow Nick’s trades live in his FREE Telegram channel: 👉 https://t.me/Nick_Leeson_Trading_Channel_FREE

    11 min
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The Rogue Trader Podcast, hosted by the legendary Nick Leeson, offers a bold and captivating exploration of the financial world and beyond. Joined by co-hosts Jason Sen and Oonagh Van den Berg, the podcast combines expert insights, compelling stories, and thought-provoking discussions. With engaging guest appearances, it ventures into topics that stretch beyond finance, offering listeners a dynamic and diverse perspective on the world.

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  • Creator
    Nick Leeson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Nick Leeson
  • Show Website
    Rogue Trader Podcast

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