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Limit Up! PodcastLive Q&A With Topstep CEO Michael PatakDan went live on YouTube this week to take trader questions with Topstep CEO Michael Patak. If you missed it, get it here. 2023-04-2156 min
Limit Up! PodcastVetting Your SourcesWho do you listen to when it comes to trading? Doing your homework and staying informed is an important aspect of long term trading success. As is having a place to bounce around ideas and hear different perspectives. However it’s also critical that you vet those sources. This week on Limit Up! Jack and Dan discuss the double-edge sword of easy access to trading advice and how best to evaluate your go-to sources. They’ll cover some practical tips and give a few golden rules to keep in mind. Lastly, they give a heads up on their August hiat...2021-07-2931 min
Limit Up! PodcastBuilding Long Term Success in Day TradingHow do you build long term success in day trading? That’s the topic Jack and Dan are tackling this week with practical suggestions for account management, capital allocation and overall risk and money management, helping you find term success to keep you in the game. As always they kick things off with a discussion of current markets including the recent bounce-back, volatility increase and the complexities of trading the bond markets. Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of mar...2021-07-2232 min
Limit Up! PodcastMarket Corrections, Inflation, and YouToday Jack and Dan are discussing corrections, inflation and you - yes, you, because this could be affecting all of us. They dive into the idea of market corrections, what they are, the historical context and what you should be looking for right now if you are trading in the futures market specifically.Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has to offer. It’s hosted by two former professional traders, Jack and Dan, who still dabble in fu...2021-07-1532 min
Limit Up! PodcastHow to Avoid Burnout in Day Trading - The Coach's PlaybookThe VIX is up 25 percent. We're back to that 20 handles and that means there's some good day trading coming down the pipe. That being said, we know that's not always the case. So today, we're bringing you a recent segment of The Coach's Playbook with the incomparable Carol Jorissen, big time commodities trader back in the day. We talk about how to avoid day trading burnout, which is something we're all going to have to deal with at some point. However, there are tools to help manage those feelings as well as some indicators to know when it's time...2021-07-0830 min
Limit Up! PodcastMeme Stocks & Market ManipulationAre Reddit traders engaging in market manipulation? Today on Limit Up! Jack and Dan talk about why it’s so hard to nail down what is and isn’t manipulation, and how meme stock traders are pointing out interesting flaws in the current system. Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has to offer. It’s hosted by two former professional traders, Jack and Dan, who still dabble in futures, forex, options, political betting—they basically love to follow t...2021-07-0130 min
Limit Up! PodcastWhen to Change Your Trading StrategyWhen should you change the way you trade? Jack and Dan offer their takes on how to tell if your trading strategy isn’t working, and the first steps towards making meaningful changes. They also talk about the news in crude oil contracts and Microsoft’s recent $2 trillion dollar valuation. Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has to offer. It’s hosted by two former professional traders, Jack and Dan, who still dabble in futures, forex, options, politi...2021-06-2429 min
Limit Up! PodcastTrading Futures vs. OptionsShould you trade options or futures? Today’s Limit Up! is all about answering that timeless question. Jack and Dan weigh the pros and cons of the two and discuss why factors like your timeframe, funding and long term goals could inform your decision. Dan also shares why he thinks the S&P is due for a downward adjustment and why that’s not such a bad thing for the market.Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has...2021-06-1732 min
Limit Up! PodcastWhat to Expect this SummerWhat can traders expect this summer to hold for them? Jack and Dan talk about the annual slowing down of the markets in the summer, how retail trading’s rise could affect it and why you should always avoid trading Friday afternoons. They also discuss the new inflation numbers coming out from the Fed and the newest developments in the world of meme stocks.Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has to offer. It’s hosted by two...2021-06-1132 min
Limit Up! PodcastWhat Kind of Trader are You?On this week's episode Jack and Dan discuss the different types of traders and trading styles they've seen in the markets, as seen in Topstep's recent "Which Trader are You?" quiz. They break down Gunslingers, Lifestyle traders, Zen traders and Grinders — and the pros and cons of each. They also take a minute to look at AMC’s recent rise and meme stocks’ effect on the market.Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has to offer. It’s hosted...2021-06-0331 min
Limit Up! PodcastHow Prop Shops Evaluate TradersHow do prop shops judge traders? Jack and Dan talk about the metrics and strategies prop shops use to select traders and measure their risk and success. They also comment on the recent chaos in cryptocurrencies and the long-term challenges facing crypto traders.Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has to offer. It’s hosted by two former professional traders, Jack and Dan, who still dabble in futures, forex, options, political betting—they basically love to follow the...2021-05-2732 min
Limit Up! PodcastWhat's the Deal with CommoditiesOn today’s special edition of Limit Up! Topstep staff and former traders John Doherty, Mick Ieronimo and John Hoagland talk to new Topstep contributor Carol Jorissen. Carol talks about coming up in the commodities pits, the in and outs of the grain markets and tips for other traders looking to start trading more commodities. Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has to offer. It’s hosted by two former professional traders, Jack and Dan, who still dabb...2021-05-2035 min
Limit Up! PodcastKeep the Numbers on Your SideToday’s Limit Up! is all about risk and reward. How do you maintain long-term profitability in a risky business? Jack and Dan dive into the importance of looking at your trades in the bigger picture, scaling up your trading strategy, and the two factors to look at when assessing your trading plan. They also take a moment to talk about rising commodity prices, the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack, and Elon Musk’s SNL appearance.Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful worl...2021-05-1332 min
Limit Up! PodcastDoing Your HomeworkTrading isn’t just about making money moves. Research is an essential part of the process. Jack and Dan talk about doing your due diligence before a trade, how research gives you an edge, and the importance of learning the quirks of specific markets. They also discuss the pros and cons of different news and research sources and why charts should be the first and last stop when doing analysis. To end the episode, Jack and Dan take a moment to look back on the 2010 Flash Crash.Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep ab...2021-05-0635 minLimit Up! PodcastStaying FocusedFocus is essential to profitable trading. Jack and Dan talk about staying focused, the warning signs of losing concentration, and trader burnout. They also discuss making money versus managing money and take a look at Bitcoin and NFTs’ long term viability in the markets.---Limit Up! is a podcast brought to you by Topstep about trading, trading psychology, trading life, and pretty much whatever else the wonderful world of markets has to offer. It’s hosted by two former professional traders, Jack and Dan, who still dabble in futures, forex, options, political betting—they basica...2021-04-2934 min
Limit Up! PodcastIs Your Trading Strategy Viable?Pilots train to fly in simulators before they ever get into a plane. At Topstep, we believe that trading in simulators is a safer way to learn the ins and outs of trading than just throwing yourself into the live market. But how do you know if your strategy that works so well in a sim will carry over to the floor?This week on Limit Up! Podcast, Jack and Dan are joined by Topstep founder Michael Patak. They talk about the golden age of trading when scalping was the go-to and talk about how that relates...2021-04-2243 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Mental Game of Trading with Jared Tendler - Part 2We all want to be confident traders. But there is a huge difference between confidence and competence. In part two of our series with Mental Game Coach Jared Tendler, we’re talking about how confidence in and of itself should not be your goal.Jared walks us through the Dunning Kruger Effect (think American Idol contestants who have no idea how bad they are) and shares how to avoid this pitfall. Jack and Dan also make some truly terrible predictions for the Master’s and round things out with tips on how to trade during market slowdowns, espe...2021-04-1529 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Mental Game of Trading with Jared Tendler - Part 1Emotions cannot be eliminated. Instead of trying to push away strong emotions, traders need to learn what the emotion is really trying to tell you. Jared Tendler is a Mental Game Coach and expert in performance psychology. He talked to Jack and Dan on this week’s edition of Limit Up! about his latest book, The Mental Game of Trading.Jared has successfully coached professional golfers, gamers, and poker players and now is shining a light on performance psychology. Listen to this fascinating discussion to learn how to approach emotions such as fear and greed. Come back ne...2021-04-0828 min
Limit Up! PodcastEmbrace Change to Keep the Trading ItchFor Jack, trading began with some trading tips from his grandfather. Dan grew up in a trading household. These experiences shaped their lives, however, even with that exposure trading can only be successful when you have the desire and the interest.On this week’s edition of Limit Up! Podcast, Jack and Dan are sharing their personal stories of how they discovered their future careers. They also discuss ways to maintain your trading edge and why adaptability is the most important quality for traders. Take a listen to the episode.(01:10) - Getting the trading itch(09:07) - Ac...2021-04-0135 min
Limit Up! PodcastAssessing Your Trading StrategyMost novice traders want to know the stats of more experienced traders. However, a better question to ask yourself is, “What are my personal strengths and weaknesses?”If you know the conditions under which you thrive as well as what makes you tick, you will be more successful. In the business world, this is called SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats).This week on Limit Up! Podcast, Jack and Dan are sharing their personal strengths and weaknesses to help you better reflect on your own. They discuss why hard times make hard people and why...2021-03-2540 min
Limit Up! PodcastGoing on TiltIf you’re down on your luck, take a break from trading. If you’re on a hot streak, take a break from trading. There are countless stories of people getting in over their heads which is why knowing your out is one of the most important skills to develop.This week on the podcast Jack and Dan define “going on tilt.” Listen to learn the history of the term and the lessons to take from traders such as Evan Dooley.Market Mania is happening soon so don’t forget to fill out your brackets!(02:23...2021-03-1837 min
Limit Up! PodcastPros and Cons of Social Network TradingThe GameStop drama in January and February has given a lot of attention to social sites like the WallStreetBets Reddit page. But what are the pros and cons to making trades based off of information gleaned from social media?This week on Limit Up! Podcast, Jack and Dan talk about how WallStreetBets and Discord have changed the game. They offer advice on what to look out for and what to stay away from when making social trades. Listen for their advice.(02:04) - Social trading(03:32) - Market Mania(06:37) - r/WallStreetBets(12:13) - Impulse protection(18:41) - YouTube trading...2021-03-1134 min
Limit Up! PodcastWhen to Take a BreakYou can’t trade for 23 hours a day. Eventually, you’re going to hit a breaking point. With so much money to be made in the stock market, it’s easy to want to push through and keep going. But you really need to take time off and pace yourself.This week on Limit Up! Podcast, Jack and Dan discuss the importance of taking time off for your general well-being. They share tips on why to step away even if you’re on a hot streak, how to conquer trading FOMO, and how to make rest a part of...2021-03-0431 min
Limit Up! PodcastKnow When to Close a Stale TradeEveryone knows that timing is everything when it comes to trading. But timing goes beyond getting lucky on a big trade. Good traders have a plan and execution strategy for every type of trade they get into.On today’s edition of Limit Up! Podcast, Dan returns after a bout with Covid (he’s ok!) to talk to Jack about the strategy behind timing. They discuss knowing when to close a stale trade, how the duration of time you’ve held onto a stock determines what you should do with it, and why you should commit to tradin...2021-02-2535 min
Limit Up! PodcastTechnical Patterns Traders Should KnowWhile most traders have some degree of impulsivity, when it comes down to it, trading is all about understanding patterns. Ego can drive traders to make rash decisions. If you employ a strategy in which patterns guide your trades, you will make better decisions and have a clearer view of what is happening in the market.This week’s episode of Limit Up! Podcast is all about patterns. Jack and John Doherty share the patterns they watch for and talk about why walking away is sometimes the best decision. Listen to the episode for the latest analysis on...2021-02-1835 minLimit Up! PodcastHow Daily Routines Make You a Better TraderTo be a good trader, you need to have good instincts and well-established routines. That means taking the day off when you’re not 100% and sticking to the daily routine that keeps you healthy and alert. As part of our series on technical analysis, Jack, Dan, and John Doherty are sharing their personal trading habits to help you plan out the routine that will work for you.Listen in to learn what charts to look at during various times of day and what indicators work best for the traders on our team. Stay tuned for our market re...2021-02-1137 min
Limit Up! PodcastLessons from the GameStop Robinhood SagaUnless you’ve been living under a rock this week, you have no doubt heard about the GameStop stock drama. What started as a once in a lifetime opportunity to get rich quick has become a David versus Goliath story of retail traders rebelling against massive hedge funds.Limit Up! is taking a short break from our trading fundamentals series to bring you all the details behind Wall Street’s story of the week. Jack, Dan, and John Doherty give a recap on how GameStop blew up, how a short squeeze works, and what sort of repercussions are...2021-02-0441 min
Limit Up! PodcastA Brief History of Technical AnalysisCharts. Some people love them, others question whether they actually work. To broaden your understanding of technical analysis, today’s episode of Limit Up! is diving into the history of this chart heavy theory.Jack and Dan are joined by Topstep’s John Doherty to give you an overview of the history of technical analysis and talk about how you can integrate it into your trading toolkit. The team goes into best practices and offers their experience on when technical analysis does not work. Listen to the episode and decide for yourself whether or not you are a “c...2021-01-2835 min
Limit Up! PodcastTrading Simulator vs. Live MarketSimulations are just that: simulations. Trading in real life is vastly different. Some traders get so comfortable in simulations that they take bigger chances than they should when they get to the real trading floor. On this week’s edition of Limit Up!, Jack and Dan walk you through tips and tricks to make the jump from simulation to real trades.Jack and Dan share tips such as start smaller than you think small is and why you should trade what you have and not what you want. Check out the episode for their advice and our la...2021-01-2131 minLimit Up! PodcastHow to Open and Manage a Brokerage AccountThis week’s installment of our new Trader Development Series is all about how to open a brokerage account. Jack and Dan are joined by longtime trader, and Founder/Chief Visionary Officer of Topstep, Michael Patak, for a discussion on futures brokerages.Listen to their conversation to learn about the importance of risk management, trading small, and watching your margins. Whether you’re a longtime trader or a brokerage newbie, the Topstep team has a wealth of wisdom to impart to help you get set up today.(01:39) - Stock melt up(06:07) - Opening a brokerage account(10:30) - Un...2021-01-1436 minLimit Up! PodcastTrading Fundamentals for BeginnersLimit Up! is kicking off 2021 by getting back to the basics. This week, Jack and Dan are sharing their essential trading tips for newbies and veterans alike. Listen in for their advice as well as resources and book recommendations.They explain why it’s so important, especially for new traders, to keep things simple and not bite off more than you can chew. Check out the episode and hit the ground running in 2021.For even more coaching, check out the Coach’s Playbook on YouTube on Tuesdays at 11:30am CST.(01:43) - Getting started trading(04:19) - Ba...2021-01-0739 min
Limit Up! PodcastJack & Dan's Favorite Trader Interviews of 2020This week on Limit Up! We are saying so long to 2020 with a special compilation of some of our favorite guests from this year. In this episode, we have highlighted some of the best tips about improving your trading game. Listen for advice from traders such as Chris Tate, Austin Silver, Matt Miller, and many more. Bring this energy to 2021 and make it your best yet!(03:06) - Building a trading system(04:35) - Getting into futures(07:29) - Lessons from gambling(13:36) - Making a living(15:44) - Not losing money(19:25) - Staying engaged(23:03) - Predefined plansIf you think...2021-01-0127 min
Limit Up! PodcastAdvice from Experts: Use Trading SystemsWhat makes Santa such a great gift-giver? He has his system for delivering presents on lock. To be an effective trader, you have to put in the work to create a system that works for you and stick to it. This week on Limit Up! we are revisiting some of the best advice on trading systems we’ve gleaned from our guests in 2020.Take a listen for trading best practices from such guests as Chris Tate, Gary Morrow, Gary Antonacci, Jerry Robinson, Jeremy Tang and Zac White. We hope you learn something and have a safe, restful ho...2020-12-2527 min
Limit Up! Podcast30 Years of Trading Insight with Greg BairdAs we round into the holiday season at the Topstep office, Jack and Dan are ending the year strong with their last interview of the year. Greg Baird comes onto the show to break down all things stocks, futures and options as well as what it’s like to answer the lure of the pit when you’re just getting started. Greg talks about the importance of always making adjustments when you’re trading, getting into the rhythm but also creating distractions so you can enjoy the process. It’s not all about the money after all. But first...2020-12-1840 min
Limit Up! PodcastBringing an Entrepreneurial Mindset to Investing with Viktor NebehajViktor Nebehaj didn’t originally want to get into investing. Preferring technology over finance, his career started with HTML and SEO rather than stocks and ETF. After an early stint at Google in the early 00’s left him with some of their stock, he started to get more interested in the financial world of investing and trading. Faced with challenges trading within the U.K., he thought there has to be a better way to access the markets. Fast forward to present day and Viktor is the co-founder of Freetrade, the main commission free trading platform in the U.K. 2020-12-1141 min
Limit Up! PodcastBuilding Generational Wealth with Latoya SmithLatoya Smith worked in finance for a time before pursuing her passion for trading. She is now the co-founder of The Profit Room, a stock market and trading educational company. On this week’s edition of the Limit Up! Podcast, Jack and Dan talked to Latoya about her road to becoming a day trader.One interesting thing about Latoya is that she learned about the stock market by forming an investment club with friends. She talked about this formative experience, how investment property helped her create wealth, and why she loves to trade gaps. Take a listen to...2020-12-0439 min
Limit Up! PodcastLearning to Trade ForexHappy Thanksgiving to all of our listeners! As a special holiday treat, this week on Limit Up! we have compiled some of our best advice from forex traders.Whether you have been wanting to trade forex or you have no idea what that is, we’ve got you covered by expert guests including Akil Stokes, Etienne Crete, and Austin Silver. Listen to the episode for best practices, a discussion on cultivating the right mindset, and why now is the best time to start trading forex.(00:15) - Learning to trade forex(01:40) - Getting into trading(05:36) - Accepting gu...2020-11-2712 min
Limit Up! PodcastTopstep Trader Profiles with Jack PelzerJack Pelzer is one of the fearless hosts of Limit Up! Podcast. If you’ve wondered about his experience as a trader or how he came to be the voice of Topstep, this week’s episode will answer your burning questions.After getting his start at a big prop firm amidst the turmoil of the Great Recession, Jack earned a Master's degree, wrote for the satirical website The Onion, and then made his way to the Topstep family.Listen to the episode for reflections on what it’s like trading at a big prop firm and wh...2020-11-2046 min
Limit Up! PodcastTopstep Trader Profiles with Dan HodgmanIf you’re a regular listener, you know that Topstep’s own Dan Hodgman comes from a family of traders. But his route to the trading floor and ultimately to Topstep was not linear.On this week’s episode of Limit Up! Jack interviewed Dan to find out how he became a trader and how those experiences shaped the kinds of trades he makes. Dan talked about his time clerking for his father, his time in the Marine Corps, and a bit about his trading strategy these days. Listen in as we learn Dan’s trading origin story.2020-11-1343 min
Limit Up! PodcastBuilding a Trading Plan with Austin SilverTo be a successful trader requires strategy and creating systems that help you succeed. When you get stuck in the emotion of trading, it becomes little more than gambling. Austin Silver is a Forex trader and Head of Trading and Education at ASFX. He believes that the key trait of successful traders is to create your own trading plan.Austin joined Jack and Dan and talked about why it’s important for traders to focus on one area instead of juggling multiple things. He also talked about his journaling practice and how that has helped him become a...2020-11-0640 min
Limit Up! PodcastHow to Be a Traveling Trader with Etienne CreteEtienne Crete is the founder of Desire To Trade, a trading education website. Before he became a founder and full-time trader, he worked a job he hated and searched for a way to generate income while devoting time to his love of traveling.His success came about thanks to his adherence to routines and systems designed to help him improve his skills. Etienne is our guest this week on Limit Up! and talks to Jack and Dan about one of his most important tools: old fashioned journaling.Listen to the episode for Etienne’s story an...2020-10-3044 min
Limit Up! PodcastFinding Happiness in Trading with Jacob RudgeThe media often portrays trading as a get rich quick scheme. The reality however, is that trading is a job like any other and it is a job that contains a high degree of stress. Many trading education programs focus on how to trade, but not many offer tools on how to find personal happiness while trading. Jacob Rudge of TradeHappy wants to change that.On today’s episode of Limit Up! Podcast, we’re diving into why mindset matters, what tips you can use to cultivate more happiness into your trading, and when it might be time...2020-10-2336 min
Limit Up! PodcastFind Your Trading Niche with Jerry RobinsonModern economists have grown so reliant on bailouts whenever there is market instability that the tax burden inevitably gets passed on to regular people. Most US families only have income streams from their jobs, the most heavily taxed revenue stream. Jerry Robinson is a trader and author who wants to change all that.On today’s episode of Limit Up, Jerry discusses two key fundamental concepts for every trader: know your trading niche and diversify. Traders who are educated in a specific area do well to trade in that area as opposed to casting a wide net....2020-10-1644 min
Limit Up! PodcastMoney Management and Trading with Chris TateRecency bias means that you pay the most attention to the last thing you heard or said over historic knowledge. For many traders that means that because the markets have been going up that they will always go up. Chris Tate is a trading veteran and the Director at Trading Game. He joined Jack and Dan to discuss this phenomenon.Chris has been a trader for over 30 years and has seen it all. He makes the case for training yourself to be comfortable with discomfort, honing your money management skills, and increasing your patience. Listen in for...2020-10-0950 min
Limit Up! PodcastPerception vs. Reality in Trading with Akil StokesHollywood has given many would-be traders a warped perception of what it actually means to be a trader. The truth is, trading isn’t a get rich quick scheme so much as a skill that needs to be developed. Akil Stokes is a trading coach and co-founder of Tier One Trading. He joins Dan this week to debunk some of the myths around trading.Akil also takes time to break down Forex trading and discusses why trading psychology is the most important piece when it comes to making successful trades. Listen to the episode for advice on cr...2020-10-0246 min
Limit Up! PodcastKeeping Your Cool When Trading the Election with Jack Pelzer, Dan Hodgman, and John DohertyElections have the power to turn markets into chaos. Just look back at 2016 and Brexit to see the uncertainty and volatility. We can’t tell you who will win the 2020 election, but we can tell you how to plan your trades for the weeks leading up to November 3.This week on Limit Up! we’re hosting a panel discussion about the strategy of trading around election time. If you’re unsure how election modeling works or want to know what usually happens in the futures market around elections, tune in so you can craft your trading plan.(00...2020-09-2540 min
Limit Up! PodcastDealing with Burnout as a Trader with Adam BoostromWhen you’re a trader, wins are fleeting, and hypervigilance is key to not losing money. This can create a high degree of stress and uncertainty. Adam Boostrom is a former trader turned author, investor, and startup founder. He sat down with Jack and Dan to discuss his life beyond the trading floor.These days, Adam is following the Warren Buffet approach and focusing his time and energy on the things he’s most interested in. Listen for our latest market reaction and a discussion on knowing when it’s time to take a break. Athena's Choice(01:48...2020-09-1851 min
Limit Up! PodcastWhat are Structured Notes? with Biju KulathakalInterested in getting involved in structured note trading? Our guest this week on Limit Up! is Biju Kulathakal, founder of Halo Investing and a huge proponent of this type of trade. He offers up a convenient guide to structured note trading and how risk is assessed.Biju did not get into trading via the traditional route. After starting his career as an aerospace engineer, he found quantitative analysis and trading models similar to the problems he faced as an engineer. Listen to the episode for Biju’s story and his biggest advice for would-be traders: treat it li...2020-09-1143 min
Limit Up! PodcastInvesting to Grow Your Wealth with Gary MorrowWhen it comes to trading, Gary Morrow, investment advisor and President of Yosemite Asset Management, considers himself a bull. He was around for the 1987 crash and currently counsels investors both in his private practice and on his popular blog, This Week on Wall Street. His advice for nervous traders: embrace the decline.Gary joined Jack and Dan for a discussion on his life as a trader and his biggest tips for new investors. He encourages traders to grow their confidence and systems, so they don’t succumb to panic selling. For Gary, trading is akin to climbing Yo...2020-09-0445 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Future of Retail Trade with Former Nasdaq CEO Bob GreifeldThis week on Limit Up! we’re welcoming back to the podcast Bob Greifeld, the former CEO of Nasdaq and current Chairman of Virtu Financial. Over the past 20 years, Bob has witnessed a tremendous shift in the trading industry. He joins us today to talk about how things have changed and what he sees ahead for retail trading.Bob touched on issues of technology, speed, and the importance of data and gave an overview of how his new company Virtu Financial works. As always, stay tuned for our market reactions.(02:04) - Interview with Bob Greifeld(06:25) - Ge...2020-08-2838 min
Limit Up! PodcastHow Dual Momentum Can Change Your Investment Game with Gary AntonacciGary Antonacci wrote the award-winning book, Dual Momentum Investing: An Innovative Strategy for Higher Returns with Lower Risk. He’s back for his second time on the Limit Up! Podcast to give us an overview of his theory of dual momentum.He shared how this theory takes into account 200 years of market trend information and explains how this system can make you more adaptable to the changing whims of the market. Listen to learn how a monthly analysis of trends can make you a more competitive trader.(02:08) - Market reaction(05:40) - Interview with Gary Antonacci(11:00) - Te...2020-08-2142 min
Limit Up! PodcastCommodities Trading to Diversify Your Portfolio with David KlusendorfIf you’ve only been trading S&P futures, you’re missing out on the flexibility and diversity of commodities trading. David Klusendorf is the Chief Investment Officer at Typhon Capital Management and joined Jack and Dan to give an overview on how you can benefit from a CTA.David is a trading veteran and was around for the 1987 crash. He discusses what happened that day and the differences he sees between then and our current market volatility. He also shares current trends as well as the most important question to ask yourself when trading: do I have...2020-08-1449 min
Limit Up! PodcastBalancing Trading and Motherhood with Jane GallinaJane Gallina was laid off when she was pregnant with her first child. Instead of letting the layoff get her down, she immersed herself in day trading and was able to create a career for herself on her terms.Now Jane runs the popular day trading site, See Jane Trade. She stopped by the Limit Up! Podcast to talk about what she’s learned from bouncing around careers, how to break up with a bad trade, and how to balance the demands of trading with the demands of motherhood. (02:59) – Interview with Jane Gallina(04:08) – Returning to the trading...2020-08-0739 min
Limit Up! PodcastTrading Macro to Micro with Samantha LaDucMacro-managers look to the big picture when it comes to making trades. While it’s necessary to look at the long game, if you only focus on the macro, you’re missing out on what’s happening in the short term. Our guest this week on Limit Up! is Samantha LaDuc, a Macro-to-Micro Analyst who shares how to keep your eyes on both to make the best trades.Samantha shared how she got into trading and offers advice for new traders cutting their teeth in our current volatile market. She also discussed her mantra: There’s no meritocr...2020-07-3147 min
Limit Up! PodcastGetting Back to the Trading Basics with The Trader ChickTo be a successful trader, you don’t need to make 30 trades a day and drive a Lamborghini (although that’s always the dream). Sometimes the most effective strategy, especially right now with all the market volatility, is to get back to the trading basics. This week on Limit Up!, The Trader Chick, Marina Villatoro, joins us to talk about simplifying your trading process.Marina has a fascinating life story; she was born in the USSR, moved to America, began traveling the world and ended up married in Guatemala. Her trading story didn’t begin until she decide...2020-07-2447 min
Limit Up! PodcastCultivating Social Capital and Diverse Traders with Troy PrinceTroy Prince grew up in the Bronx, one of the most impoverished zip codes in America even though it was just 11 miles from the New York Stock Exchange. Thanks to an early interest in trading piqued by a social studies class, he knew from age 17 that he would be a trader. This took him on a journey around the globe trading at international firms from Spain to Japan and Vietnam.These days, Troy is trying to use his social capital to get more diverse traders on the floor with his programs Wall Street Direct and Diverse Trader...2020-07-1748 min
Limit Up! PodcastTesla Volatility and Summer Trades with Jack and DanElon Musk, like Steve Jobs before him, is a brilliant marketer. In a sense, when you invest in Tesla, you’re really investing in Elon Musk. This week, Jack and Dan are taking some time to break down why Tesla stock is so volatile and offer advice for those looking to trade in the company.They round things out with a discussion on summer trades. Every summer has a different flow from the other seasons, but with a pandemic, things are going to look even weirder than usual. Jack and Dan share how they’re trading this summ...2020-07-1039 min
Limit Up! PodcastLearning to Trade from YouTube with Matt MillerSocial media has taken over the globe, it was only a matter of time before it hit the world of trading. Matt Miller began trading penny stocks as a teen. From there, he learned more about trading from YouTube videos and TopstepTrader. These days, Matt is taking things a step further and live streaming his own trades.Matt joined Jack and Dan to talk about the discipline it takes to trade live as well as the qualities to hone for greater trading longevity. Listen to learn more about how social media is changing the trading game.[01:31...2020-07-0345 min
Limit Up! PodcastUsing Process and Discipline to Make Better Trades with Casey StubbsIn the US, we do a horrible job of training young people for financial success, let alone how the stock market works. Our guest today, Casey Stubbs, is on a mission to educate the masses on how the market works and how to make the best trades.Casey joined Jack and Dan to share his morning routines as well as his daily processes to ensure success. He also shares his thoughts on what’s happening with the Robinhood app and how he is teaching his 20-year-old daughter to be a strong trader as a skill for life. Li...2020-06-2643 min
Limit Up! PodcastIntroduction to Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) with William RhindExchange Traded Funds, or ETFs, sound intimidating, but are just another tool to add to your trading portfolio. These funds trade pretty much the same as a stock but are comprised of many different companies as opposed to just one. William Rhind is the man who pioneered this form of trade and is hitting great success with his company GraniteShares.William talked to Jack and Dan about the basics of this form of trading. He discussed how much capital is needed, how the funds work, and even shared a bit about the mysterious vault at the GLD...2020-06-1943 min
Limit Up! PodcastSupport vs. Resistance in Trading with John DohertyThis week, John Doherty of TopstepTrader is joining us on the Limit Up! Podcast for a panel discussion. John recently wrote an article for the Topstep blog called, “The Basics of Support and Resistance.” For today’s discussion, we’re diving into these two terms and both John and Dan walk us through how support and resistance affected recent trades.Next, we’ll take a look at the current state of the market and make some forecasts on the month ahead. Listen in and check out John’s article for more.[00:30] - This week: John Doherty[03:02] - Onboarding...2020-06-1242 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Impact of Emotions and Feelings on Trading with Dr. Andrew MenakerWe’ve been saying this for months now, but people are feeling a lot of uncertainty with the current market and don’t even know where to begin. This week on Limit Up! Jack and Dan brought in psychologist Dr. Andrew Menaker to offer advice on dealing with this turbulence from a mental standpoint.Dr. Menaker discussed what the difference is between feelings and emotions – words we use interchangeably but mean different things. He has some great tips for day traders interested in micro-contracts and also talked about what he calls your “inner market.” Listen to get in touch w...2020-06-0439 min
Limit Up! PodcastWhy Now is the Time to Get into Retail Trading with Michael PatakSince its heyday in the 80s, retail trading hasn’t been hugely popular. But now, especially in the last two months of market fluctuations, retail trading seems to be entering a new golden age. It wasn’t even the pandemic that got this ball rolling, Younger generations have been dipping their toes in the industry ever since the boom of crypto.This week on Limit Up! we’re joined by TopstepTrader’s very own founder and Chief Visionary Officer Michael Patak. Michael chatted with Jack and Dan about why retail trades are suddenly so lucrative as well as some...2020-05-2951 min
Limit Up! PodcastAutomating Day Trades with Jeremy Tang and Zac WhiteEverything in the trading industry is moving at warp speed right now with more uncertainty than we’ve seen since 1987. With emotions running high, this is a breeding ground for human error. The big firms all have software development teams that help automate parts of the trading process to make life easier for their traders. But what about the little guys, the retail traders who can’t necessarily afford the splashy tools?Enter into the picture, SharkIndicators, a software development company dedicated to creating software tools for retail traders. Jeremy Tang and Zac White co-founded SharkIndicators and are...2020-05-2257 min
Limit Up! PodcastBear Market Options Trading with Kirk du PlessisAfter two months of huge declines, the market has seen some slight rallies in the last few weeks. Not enough that we would say we’re out of the woods, but enough to offer some hope for freaked out traders everywhere.On this week’s episode of Limit Up! Jack and Dan spoke to Kirk du Plessis of Option Alpha to find out how it’s going for options trading. Kirk has noticed that the current volatility is attracting passive investors lured in by the bullish trap. But it’s important to remember that no one, not even War...2020-05-1458 min
Limit Up! PodcastWhy Trading is a Recession-proof Skill with Anka MetcalfWith 30 million and counting on unemployment thanks to our friend COVID-19, now more than ever it’s imperative to have a recession-proof skill. Just ask our guest today Anka Metcalf. Anka is a day trade veteran who also coaches and provides education at her website Trade Out Loud. Today she’s talking to Jack and Dan about what it’s like trading on the futures market.Anka discusses how she has honed her trading strategy over the years (strategies aren’t static, they evolve) and makes a case for patience when it comes to futures. Listen in for her...2020-05-0852 min
Limit Up! PodcastBecome a Better Trader Through Neuroscience with Sean KozakA few years ago, Sean Kozak, President of NeuroStreet Trading Academy, spoke with a friend leading a neuroscience lab. The lab was developing a program to give the Manchester United soccer team a cognitive advantage on the field. Sean wondered, why don’t we have this for traders?Today, Sean’s company provides trading software and education with a neuroscience twist. Through daily cognitive exercises, traders strengthen their brains to help them make better trades. Sean dropped by Limit Up! to discuss how managing emotions, positive affirmations, and pattern recognition can help traders level up their game.2020-05-0159 min
Limit Up! PodcastTrading Small and Taking Profits with Aaron GoseNo one ever thought it was possible for oil to go negative…but here we are. This week we’re talking about the craziness of what’s happening to oil before moving to an interview with Aaron Gose of Wingtrades.Aaron has a really interesting background. He was in the Navy and he studied engineering. He’s a perfect example of how traders can come from any background – finance and economics aren’t the only options.Aaron, Jack, and Dan discuss how quarantine has affected trading and the importance of thinking macro, but trading micro.[00:15...2020-04-2455 min
Limit Up! PodcastHow to Make It as a Self-Taught Trader with Jerremy NewsomeEvery trader’s story is unique. Not every trader comes up the traditional route through banks or other firms. One such person is Jerremy Newsome of Real Life Trading. Jerremy has one of the best trading origin stories we’ve ever heard. He dropped in to Limit Up! today to share how the movie Forrest Gump changed his life and chatted about the strategies he’s using to trade during these times of uncertainty.Jerremy is the definition of a hustler and his story will inspire all the self-taught traders out there. Listen in as Jerremy talks about...2020-04-1750 min
Limit Up! PodcastMindset and Trading Psychology with Rich FriesenA big issue for many traders right now is deciding whether to cash in on the opportunity inherent in the current market, or to be more conservative and sit this one out. If you’ve been wondering about the psychology of trading and how that plays into current decision making, Rich Friesen of Mind Muscles for Traders is here with a host of techniques to help you keep your head on straight.Rich shared with us why it’s imperative to drop down to your core strengths and retrain your brain to encourage good habits. There’s a lot...2020-04-1054 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Benefits of Swing Trading Amidst Market Volatility with Tim Racette“When we get into these very emotion-driven markets like this. You have to buy the rumor, sell the news.” – Tim RacetteEven when markets aren’t on a roller coaster ride, it’s good practice to rely on diversified tools as opposed to changing your strategy to fit market whims. Tim Racette, a trader with Eminimind, does both swing trading and day trading. This approach has allowed him to ride the waves while still making a profit.Tim joined Jack and Dan for a discussion on the benefits of swing trading, why it’s crucial to keep a po...2020-04-0353 min
Limit Up! PodcastStop Day Trading and Start Investing with Peter DaviesThe market is so volatile, we’ve run out of synonyms for volatile. But Peter Davies, CEO of Jigsaw Trading, reminds us that we’ve been here before. The market is cyclical and will rebound eventually.With things changing by the minute, it’s almost impossible to properly manage risk doing day trades. Instead, Peter encourages traders to think like investors and trade with the long game in mind. He explains a bit about his company, Jigsaw Trading, and how it can help traders learn the skills necessary to make it amidst instability. Peter also has some knowle...2020-03-271h 00
Limit Up! PodcastManaging Trades in a Bear Market with John ZumpanoIf you’re an active trader, the last week has probably felt like years. With instability comes panic so we decided to talk to a veteran trader about how to stick with trading during a bear market. John Zumpano began his trading career in 1986…a year before the infamous 1987 stock market crash.John talks us through the differences between what we’re seeing now versus what happened in 1987 and 2008. He also talks about why the market is always worse right before it turns and shares a story of humility and hope for anyone that’s ever made a big mi...2020-03-2049 min
Limit Up! PodcastDeveloping a Performance Trading Mindset with George PapazovBeing a trader is akin to being an athlete. If you don’t have a performance mindset, you’ll never succeed in the rough and tumble world of trading. George Papazov is the founder and head trader at TRADEPRO Academy. George’s company is similar to TopstepTrader in that it’s community oriented and focused on education.Today on Limit Up! George discusses his roots growing up as an immigrant and how that affected his mindset. George also talks about ways you can increase your mental capital as well as the benefits of community-orientated trading.[00:16] - This wee...2020-03-1356 min
Limit Up! PodcastHandling Market Volatility with TopstepTrader’s Eddie HornWhether you’re new to trading or a seasoned pro, the extreme volatility in the markets this week is a reminder of risk. That’s why we’re talking to TopstepTrader’s own, Eddie Horn. Eddie has been involved at Topstep as both a market broadcaster as well as a specialist and mindset coach for Topstep clients. He spends his days coaching traders of all skill levels and helps them navigate challenging market conditions.Today on Limit Up! Eddie, Jack, and Dan discuss market volatility and advice on when to keep going vs. when to get out. Tune in...2020-03-0642 min
Limit Up! PodcastMastering Trading Psychology with Anne-Marie BaiyndAs a trader, you need to be a bargain hunter. That’s according to today’s guest, Anne-Marie Baiynd. Anne-Marie is the president and CEO of TheTradingBook.com and author of The Trading Book: A Complete Solution to Mastering Technical Systems and Trading Psychology; so she knows a thing or two about what makes traders tick.In this episode of Limit Up! Anne-Marie will be walking Jack and Dan through how to train your mind to be a trader. The key ingredient is to master the management of risk.Jack and Dan are also excited to a...2020-02-2854 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Daily Grind of Trading & When to Step Back with Matt MurnighanIn our last episode, TopstepTrader’s own, Matt Murnighan, discussed how he got started as a prop trader in the 2000s. This week, Matt is back to discuss what the daily grind of prop trading is really like. Matt, Jack, and Dan discuss the differences between trading for a firm versus as an individual, how trading and poker are similar, and how to know the right time to take a step back from trading.One of the key takeaways from this conversation is to remember that trading is ephemeral. The industry is volatile with explosive highs and st...2020-02-2143 min
Limit Up! PodcastHow to Get into Prop Trading with Matt MurnighanTrading today is a different beast than it was in the 80s and 90s. Whereas it used to be all about who you knew, today there are many points of entry to the industry. Today we’re talking to Matt Murnighan, a front-end developer for Topstep Trader. Matt cut his teeth trading props before moving on to software engineering and how he navigated a post-crash market is a lesson for all the newbie traders out there.Matt, Jack, and Dan swap stories on each of their different paths that led them to trading. Whether you went to bu...2020-02-1444 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Father of Financial Futures, Dr. Richard SandorToday on Limit Up! we’re talking to a legend in finance. Dr. Richard Sandor is widely known as the Father of Financial Futures, having pioneered futures trading in the 1970s. After decades of accomplishments (check out his Wikipedia page!), Dr. Sandor is back at it trying to revolutionize trading again with the introduction of a LIBOR alternative called AMERIBOR.In this wide-ranging conversation, Jeff and Dr. Sandor discuss the fundamentals of trading, the process by which Dr. Sandor came up with his revolutionary ideas, what motivated him to work with the American Financial Exchange, and finally, wh...2020-01-3146 min
Limit Up! PodcastCovering Financial Markets for the WSJ with Gregory ZuckermanIn an era of fake news and widespread distrust in the media, standard-bearer media organizations like The Wall Street Journal remain a beacon for hard-hitting reporting on what’s going on in finance as well as the world at large. On today’s show, Jeff is talking to Gregory Zuckerman, Special Writer to The Wall Street Journal who focuses on money and investing.Listen in as Gregory explains his process for finding interesting stories, why successful companies hire people who show potential as opposed to just hiring for open positions, and why some media organizations are booming desp...2020-01-2433 min
Limit Up! PodcastLessons of Highly Effective Traders with Jack Pelzer, Dan Hodgman, and John DohertyThis week on Limit Up! we’re getting back to the basics and taking a look at the habits and attributes of top traders. Jack, Dan, and John are on mic this week sharing some of their observations from their lives on the trading floor.Listen in to find out why your P&L monitor is just a distraction, why the best traders are first to arrive and last to leave, and have an ultra-compulsive work ethic (we didn’t say all the traits are healthy). We’re also announcing the winners of the listener survey and sharin...2020-01-1739 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Future of Crypto Trading with Brock ConnellyCrypto has been around for quite a while but there are still many who don’t fully understand how it works or how it will change the industry further down the road. Tokenization has big implications and can potentially become a great equalizer. On this week’s episode of Limit Up! Brock Connelly of RoundBlock Capital is here to explain crypto futures.Brock shares his advice for traders looking to get into the crypto space and talks about some of the common misconceptions people have about bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Listen for Brock’s tips and learn more a...2020-01-101h 01
Limit Up! PodcastFrom 31 years on the Trading Floor to Academia with John NyhoffTrading is an adrenaline rush. But when that rush starts to feel like a drag, it might be time to look for your next steps. Our guest this week on Limit Up! spent 31 years on the floor before making the transition to academia and private consulting. John Nyhoff, whom Jeff used to trade with on the floor, stopped by to chat about what it’s like to make the leap.John discusses the adjustment period he underwent just to get used to the amount of free time he’d acquired thanks to school breaks. John also talks to J...2020-01-0341 min
Limit Up! PodcastBest of 2019 - Opportunities in Futures, Handling Failure and Improving Your Trading MindsetWe’re back this week with part two in our Best Of Limit Up! series. Listen to these bite sized nuggets of wisdom from some of the top traders out there to set yourself up for success in 2020 and beyond.Today’s conversations include topics ranging from finding opportunity after market blowups, how to participate in dual momentum investing, futures trading, how to handle failure, and an enlightening discussion with Michael Patak, the founder of TopstepTrader. Tune in, get inspired, and get trading![00:16] - This week: Best of 2019 part two[00:41] - Limit Up! 2019 Listener Survey [01:27] - Best...2019-12-2730 min
Limit Up! PodcastA Year-End Trading Detox to Help You Focus & Maintain Perspective for 2020The end of the year is all about reflection and that’s what we’re doing for the next two weeks on Limit Up! In 2019 we had a wealth of knowledge shared with us from guests across industries. Listen in for the segments that we think had the most profound advice that you can use as you look to the next year (and decade!) ahead.Today’s episode features clips from conversations with Mick Ieronimo, Ben Lichtenstein, Tim Racette, and Danny & Hoag. We’re covering everything from maintaining success, managing emotions, maintaining focus, and simple ways to alter yo...2019-12-2029 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Man Who Took on MF Global with James Koutoulas of Typhon Capital ManagementIn 2011, MF Global went bankrupt, destroying the livelihoods of thousands of people. James Koutoulas, CEO of Typhon Capital Management, co-founded the Commodity Customer Coalition and set to work helping customers of MF Global get their money back. James joined Jeff for this week’s episode of Limit Up!Tune in to learn how Typhon Capital Management operates, why James believes traders need to be process-oriented, and how he was able to lead a large customer suit with virtually no experience. [00:41] - This week: James Koutoulas[01:35] - Listener survey[02:27] - Market reaction[07:31] - Jeff Carter inte...2019-12-131h 00
Limit Up! PodcastManaging Risk and Finding Your Trading Niche with David KlusendorfDavid Klusendorf, Chief Investment Officer of Typhon Capital, likens managing risk to a quote from the movie Good Will Hunting: “I can't play the piano. When I look at a piano, all I see are black and white keys. But Beethoven saw a symphony.” Likewise, with trading, you have to be able to look at the numbers and see the big picture.On this week’s episode of Limit Up! Jeff talks to David about market volatility and risk. David shares his best tips for managing risk and makes the case for why you need to be curious enough to fin...2019-12-0659 min
Limit Up! PodcastManaging Stress as a Trader through HIIT Workouts with Keith MortonWhen things fall into place and you make a great trade, you feel a rush of exhilaration. However, trades like that don’t happen every day and more often than not you feel the pressure and anxiety inherent in trading with large amounts of money. Keith Morton knows the drill. As a trader in the 80s, he turned to exercise and marathons to manage his stress and stay in shape.On this week’s episode of Limit Up! Keith talks to Jeff about his new venture Citywide Superslow and how he stays healthy through HIIT workouts and inte...2019-11-2933 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Untapped Potential for Structured Note Trading with Biju KulathakalIn the past, structured note trading was something that was only available to high powered firms or wealthy individuals. A new startup, Halo Investing, is turning that on its head and democratizing structured note trading so that individuals can get a piece of what has become a $3 trillion market. Our guest this week on Limit Up!, Biju Kulathakal, discusses the future of structured note trading and why traders should get in on that now.Biju also talks about his time as a trader and how that helped him on his current path as the CEO of a startup. Stay...2019-11-221h 00
Limit Up! PodcastThe Finances and Economics of Higher Ed with Jeff BrownJust as the internet has revolutionized trading, it has also changed the landscape of higher education. People need degrees to get desirable jobs, but the cost of an MBA program is rapidly becoming out of reach for all but a few. Jeff Brown, Dean of the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, stopped by to talk to Jeff about the state of higher education and what the future is shaping up to look like.The two Jeffs discuss how the school’s iMBA program is democratizing access, why you should be wary of...2019-11-151h 00
Limit Up! PodcastHow Mindset Can Help You Handle Failure with Gustavo RazzettiIn the high-stakes world of trading, it’s only a matter of time before you make a mistake. But high-achievers are notoriously bad at handling failure. Today’s guest, Gustavo Razzetti wants to change that. Gustavo stopped by to talk to Jeff about resetting your mindset so that you look at mistakes and failures as an opportunity to grow.Tune in to today’s episode as Gustavo offers up his best advice for dealing with failure and stay tuned for this week’s MARKet Reactions.[00:16] - This week: Gustavo Razzetti[01:19] - Market reaction[06:14] - Trader documentary with Paul Tudor Jo...2019-11-0843 min
Limit Up! PodcastFormer NASDAQ CEO Robert Greifeld talks Crypto, Liquidity, & Trading AdviceYou know Nasdaq to be a multi-billion dollar, global exchange, but it wasn’t always that way. In 2003, Nasdaq made an out-of-the-box hire with Bob Greifeld. Bob then oversaw the digital revolution of trading as well as steered the Nasdaq to become the behemoth it is today.Bob joined Jeff on this week’s episode of Limit Up! to discuss his time at Nasdaq, the importance of creating the right company culture, and Bob’s predictions for the future of trading. Hint: he likes crypto. Bob also shares his advice for rookie traders just starting out and discus...2019-11-0149 min
Limit Up! PodcastThe Fed Waits and Disney Always Delivers with Mark, Jack and DanWe’re switching up the format for this week’s episode of Limit Up! while Jeff Carter is traveling. Our TopstepTrader dream team of Jack Pelzer, Dan Hodgman, and Mark Meadows sit down for a roundtable discussion on what’s happening in the market this week.The group talks about how the market is in a holding pattern until the Fed makes a decision on rate cuts and offers up their personal advice on how to deal with market volatility. Jack introduces a new game, Kramer vs Kramer, and challenges Dan and Mark to guess whether the quotes...2019-10-1844 min
Limit Up! PodcastHow Corruption Affects the Bottom Line with Dr. Nerissa Brown, PhD CFEWe’re living in a world with a 24/7 news cycle dedicated to corruption. But how does corruption at the highest levels affect the bottom line of individual firms? On this week’s episode of Limit Up! we’re talking corruption with Dr. Nerissa Brown of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Gies College of Business.Professor Brown’s latest research analyzes the effects of political corruption on firm value. She and her colleagues found that in districts with high level of corruption, the value of firms in those areas declined by 4%. Tune in to learn more about Professo...2019-09-2742 min
Limit Up! PodcastExpanding Your Mind Beyond Trading with Alan MatthewWe’re taking a break from all the serious talk related to trading and welcoming friend of the show Alan Matthew. Alan is an illustrious trader and CEO of Tribal Ventures by day and an aficionado of everything from photography to the Burning Man festival by night.Alan talks to Jeff about how he keeps his head together when things get stressful as well as how a fateful trip to the Amazon changed his perspective on life. Sit back for a fun chat between friends. [00:16] - This week: Alan Matthew, CEO of Tribal Ventures[01:41] - MARKet Rea...2019-09-1345 min
Limit Up! PodcastDual Momentum Investing Amidst Market Volatility with Gary AntonacciThere are many theories of investing but according to Gary Antonacci, Principal at Portfolio Management Consultants and author of the book “Dual Momentum Investing,” following trends is the best bang for your buck. On this week’s episode of Limit Up! Jeff talks to Gary about his strategy of dual momentum and how it relates to trend following. But first, Mark Meadows is back this week with his MARKet Reactions in which silver reigned supreme.Tune in to this week’s episode and find out how to ignore all the extra noise by following a stock’s relative m...2019-09-0632 min
Limit Up! PodcastGood Behavior & Gearing Up for Fall Trading with Danny & HoagIt’s the last week in August and that means we’re squarely in the dog days of summer. Jeff has the week off, but don’t worry listeners, we’ve still got a packed episode for you to roll into the holiday with. First up is our very own Mark Meadows, back with his MARKet Reaction. This week Mark breaks down bull markets, bear markets and how to make sure you’re eliminating your bias.. Then, our performance coaches, and podcast fan favorites, Danny and Hoag are back to discuss enjoying summer with an eye towards trading thi...2019-08-3025 min
Limit Up! PodcastBear Markets, Crypto and Humility with TopstepTrader Founder Michael PatakLast month, we decided to bring on our Founder and Chief Vision Officer Michael Patak to talk about his origins as a trader, the founding of TopstepTrader and his experiences being deep in the pit. This is part 2 of Jeff’s interview with Michael. If you missed part 1, make sure to check it out here. In this episode, Jeff and Michael cover the humility and EQ required to be a successful trader. Next, they cover memorable trades and swap a few war stories from deep in the pit. Finally, no trading discussion is complete without bringing up cry...2019-08-2333 min
Limit Up! PodcastDifferent Ways to Look at the Market: It's all an auction process at the end of the dayWelcome back to the new Limit Up! Listen in to get this week’s MARKet Reaction with our very own Mark Meadows, hear Danny Hodgman and John Hoagland talk about Market Profile and stick around for Trader Therapy with Jack Pelzer. Don’t forget, we want to hear from you! We’re rolling out a new call-in line for listeners of the show, so be sure to give us a call at 855-902-0331 and let us know what’s on your mind. [01:01] - This week[02:24] - MARKet Reaction with Mark Meadows[04:12] - A look at Market P...2019-06-0133 min
Limit Up! PodcastKeeping Cool During Summer Trading with TopstepTrader's Danny & HoagWelcome to the new Limit Up! This episode marks the beginning of a few show changes we’ll be rolling out over the coming weeks. We’ll be covering our new call-in line for listeners of the show to call in with questions for us, our latest MARKet reaction as well as our performance coaches, Danny & Hoag, breaking down how you should be approaching your summer trading.So if you get a chance, give us a call and let us know what you think of the job we’re doing, the podcast or anything trading related![00:41] - Introd...2019-05-2519 min