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The SPY TraderTariffs, Inflation, and Market MovesFresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1306.
Welcome to Spy Trader! It's 12 pm on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025, Pacific time. I'm your host, Penny Stock Pete, and we're diving deep into today's market action.The US stock market is showing mixed signals today. The Nasdaq Composite is up, poised for another record close, climbing about 0.65%. The S&P 500 is relatively flat, hovering near its alltime high, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average has slipped by about 0.65%.Over the past month, all three major indices have seen solid gains, with the S&P 500 up nearly 4%, the Nasdaq up 4.01% yeartodate, and...2025-07-1506 min
Seat 41AThe Last LectureIn this deeply reflective episode, the guys crack open The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch; a book that hits hard without ever feeling heavy. They explore Pausch’s take on living with purpose, leading with integrity, and how brick walls aren't meant to stop us, but to show us how badly we want something. If you’ve ever asked, “What would I say if this were my last shot?”—this one’s for you.2025-06-1649 minSeat 41AInterview with Mr. Steve MountsThe guys sit down with Deputy AF Surgeon General, Mr. Steve Mounts and discuss techniques for new (and old) MSC leaders, and the future of the AFMS and DHA. 2025-05-1958 minSeat 41ASupercommunicatorsThe guys sit down and discuss the book Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg. They delve into 3 key methods that help facilitate a meaningful and productive conversation between parties, and how we can use these techniques, not just in the workplace but also our personal lives. 2025-04-2143 minSeat 41ALeading Forward - with Current ACSC StudentsThe guys sit down with 2 Air Command & Staff College MSC students, Brandon Longstreet and Rick Brown, about leading forward with today's generation. They look into communication setbacks and solutions, and what we can all do to become better leaders in today's generational workforce.2025-03-171h 13Seat 41AHidden PotentialThe guys discuss yet another book by Adam Grant called Hidden Potential. They delve into the key takeaways, talk about the Sq/CC roadshow and Manoj has a rather agreeable unpopular opinion.2025-02-1752 minSeat 41AOrbiting the Giant HairballThe guys open up Season 4 with a discussion on the book "Orbiting the Giant Hairball" by Gordon MacKenzie2025-01-2043 minSeat 41AEpisode 311: SGA DiscussionThe guys talk about the new Hybrid SGA position, and talk about what they are currently reading.2024-07-2940 minSeat 41AInterview with Col Steve FoxThe guys sit down with Col Steve Fox to discuss his leadership philosophy and his experiences. He provides his take on what young MSCs should be looking out for, what skills they should develop and what he looks for as a 2-time Squadron Commander, and prospective Group Commander.2024-01-2954 minSeat 41AHeroFront's Josh White - Part 2In Part 2 of our Season Finale for Season 2, the guys continue their discussion with the host and creator of the HeroFront Podcast, Josh White, where we flip the table and he asks us questions. On top of that, Josh really stumps us with his Unpopular Opinion!2023-12-0444 minSeat 41AHeroFront's Josh White - Part 1In Part 1 of our Season Finale for Season 2, the guys sit down with MSgt Josh White, host and creator of the HeroFront Podcast. We open up on everything; from his background and experiences, to takeways from his leadership styles, and trade stories of what makes us who we are.2023-11-2049 minSeat 41AThe Psychology of MoneyThey guys discuss The Psychology of Money off the recent BLUF MSC newsletter. They go into detail about what Morgan writes about, and how working with Money can relate to their jobs and career. They also tackle a Greg's unpopular opinion2023-10-3046 minSeat 41AEpisode 306: Special Episode - Separations & Retirements Part 2Continued: The guys sit down with 3 former Active Duty MSCs (1 retiree and 2 separatees) to discuss their transition into the civilian sector; from what was (and wasn't) learned at TAPS and tips and tricks to make the process smooth. It's so good, we had to split it into two.2023-10-0939 minSeat 41ASpecial Episode - Separations & Retirements Part 1The guys sit down with 3 former Active Duty MSCs (1 retiree and 2 separatees) to discuss their transition into the civilian sector; from what was (and wasn't) learned at TAPS and tips and tricks to make the process smooth. It's so good, we had to split it into two.2023-09-2540 minSeat 41AEpisode 09: Range2023-09-0454 minSeat 41AEpisode 08: The Heart Led LeaderFor the first book review of Season 2, the guys discuss The Heart Led Leader by Tommy Spaulding. We also talk with Andy Auerbach about the MSC Chapter of Toastmasters.
In The Heart-Led Leader, Spaulding turns his focus to ourselves--to who we are. Authentic leaders, Spaulding says, live and lead from the heart. The values and principles that guide our lives and shape our ability to lead others is far more important than our title, or our ability to crunch numbers, or the impressive degrees we display on our walls. To effect true transformational change, heart-led leaders draw...2023-07-2445 minSeat 41ASpecial Episode 5 - Maj Ildar IbragimovThe guys bring you another special interview in their deployment series with MSC officers from across the globe. This fourth episode features Maj Ildar Ibragimov and his unique experiences from becoming an MSC officer to his two Ground Surgical Team deployments.2023-06-2735 minSeat 41ASpecial Episode 4: Maj Samantha Brown2023-05-2944 minSeat 41AEpisode 01: Season 2 Kickoff with Brig Gen Flowers2023-03-0945 minSeat 41ASpecial Episode 3 - Capt Jill OchoaThe guys bring you a special series of deployment interviews with MSC officers from across the globe. This is the third episode with Capt Jill Ochoa and her deployment as the Administrator for a Ground Surgical Team in Afghanistan in Central Command.2023-01-1137 min
Seat 41ASpecial Episode 2 - Maj Rachel Jackson InterviewThe guys bring you a special series of deployment interviews with MSC officers from across the globe. This is the second episode with Major Rachel Jackson and her deployment as the Command Medical Logistics Manager for Operation Inherent Resolve in Central Command.2022-12-0737 min
Seat 41ASpecial Episode 1 - Capt Zach Gooch InterviewThe guys bring you a special series of deployment interviews with MSC officers from across the globe. This is the first episode with Captain Zach Gooch and his deployment as part of an Aeromedical Evacuation Liaison Team member in the European Command.2022-11-2341 min
Seat 41AEpisode 07: Patients Come SecondChris, Manoj, and Greg discuss Patients Come Second on the episode today. The book Patients Come Second shakes up the traditional healthcare model, arguing that in order to care for and retain patients, leaders must first create exceptional teams and find ways to engage nurses, administrative staff, physicians, supervisors, and even housekeeping staff and switchboard operators. By connecting employees’ work with a higher purpose and equipping them with the tools to become leaders themselves, patient care can be dramatically transformed. And with continuing healthcare changes on the horizon and ever-rising pressure to acquire and keep patients, doing so now is...2022-10-2444 min
Seat 41AEpisode 06: Act Like a Leader, Think Like a LeaderChris, Manoj and Greg talk about the book Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader by Herminia Ibarra. Act Like a Leader, Think Like
a Leader looks to challenge this method of leadership development based around the theory of “Outsight”. With this theory you are encouraged to see leadership growth as something that is achieved from the outside in, and not the reverse. The Outsight principle is based around altering your self-identity through small yet impactful changes that will transform your perception of personal limitations. As the book title suggests, Herminia Ibarra holds the belief that the most...2022-10-0543 min
Seat 41AEpisode 05: All InIn this episode we discuss the book All In by Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton. We also go behind the scenes of the SGA application process and Greg tells a disturbing story from the basement of ACC headquarters. You have to hear it to believe it!2022-08-1539 min
Seat 41AEpisode 04: It Worked for MeIn this episode we discuss the book It Worked for Me by Colin Powell. We also bring our first guest onto the podcast, our former squadron commander, Colonel Kathleen Mackey. We talk about life and leadership and Greg shares his unpopular opinion that he loves the DMHRSi time-keeping system. It is truly shocking.2022-07-1851 min
Seat 41AEpisode 03: The Hero CodeIn this episode we discuss the book The Hero Code by Admiral (Ret) William McRaven. We also discuss the latest events and Chris shares his unpopular opinion that beards should not be allowed in the military, despite their popularity.2022-06-2046 min
Seat 41AEpisode 02: Atomic HabitsIn this episode we discuss the book Atomic Habits by James Clear (Spoiler: We liked it). We also discuss the latest Development Team outbrief and Manoj shares his unpopular opinion that we should stop the end of fiscal year bonanza spending.2022-05-2337 min
Seat 41AEpisode 01: Getting to YesThis episode we discuss the book Getting to Yes by Roger Fisher and William Ury. We also talk about deployment experiences and Greg shares his unpopular opinion about Dual BAH.2022-05-0641 min