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Confessions Of A Market Maker

Confessions Of A Market Maker

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Ep 136 Alex Temiz(AT09): Inside The Mind Of A Short Seller

In this episode of Confessions of a Market Maker, we sit down with Alex Temiz, known online as AT09, the co-founder of My Investing Club. Alex built his reputation shorting hype-driven overextended stocks, showcasing his trades publicly, and emphasizing discipline, process, and brutal honesty. Discussed in this episode: -The psychology behind short selling -What Alex looks for in his A+ set ups -The process and precise execution in his short selling -The habits that separate serious traders from gamblers -Lessons learned from the chaos of day trading -What it really takes to survive in this game long-term------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Alex on X: https://x.com/AT09_Trader JJ on X: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on X: //x.com/AllxDayxRayx

Oct 31, 202556 min

Ep 135Phil Goedeker Market Wizard The Next Generation

Soon to be featured in Jack Schwager’s "Market Wizards: The Next Generation", Phil Goedeker joins us for an in-depth conversation about the work ethic and mindset that has built him sustained success for 20+ years. From shorting parabolic small caps to options trading, Phil shares how he’s evolved over the years and what it takes to endure in the market. 🎙️ Topics we cover: – Risk management and cutting losses early– The Market Wizard Interview process – Lessons from over two decades in the market-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Phil on X: https://x.com/Tradestl JJ on X: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on X: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx

Oct 14, 202556 min

Episode #134: Scott Redler on Trading Strategy, Longevity in the Market & the Prep That Fuels It

Scott Redler, professional trader, Chief Strategic Officer of T3 Live, and a fixture on CNBC, Bloomberg, and Fox Business , joins us to pull back the curtain on over 20 years of market experience. We get into the nitty-gritty of his trading style, from moving average frameworks and the “Red Dog Reversal” setup, to the significance of his morning routine. Scott also shares his take on the current market environment and the mindset required to survive multiple market cycles. Scott shares the importance of his morning routine and how off-screen discipline directly impacts on-screen performance. From staying in top physical and mental condition to approaching the day with clarity and focus, he explains how preparation away from the charts carries over into sharper execution when the markets open. If you’ve ever wondered how a seasoned pro combines technical precision with the habits that keep him at peak performance, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Scott Redler on Twitter: https://x.com/RedDogT3T3 Trading Website: https://t3trading.com/JJ on X: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on X: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org

Aug 14, 20251h 8m

Episode #133: Hunter Horsley of Bitwise Returns- The Genius Act, ETH Treasuries & Stablecoins

Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley returns to break down crypto’s institutional evolution. From ETH entering corporate treasuries to the real impact of the newly passed GENIUS Act. We dig into stablecoins, market structure reform, what clients are asking Bitwise, and why this cycle feels different than the last.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hunter on X: https://x.com/HHorsley Bitwise Website: https://bitwiseinvestments.com/ JJ on X: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on X: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx

Jul 29, 202556 min

Episode #132: Bitwise Jeff Park on on Radical Portfolio Theory, Bitcoin, and a Changing Global Order

In this episode, we’re joined by Jeff Park, Head of Alpha Strategies and Portfolio Manager at Bitwise. Jeff breaks down his Radical Portfolio Theory—a bold reimagining of traditional portfolio construction that challenges the long-standing 60/40 model. We dive into his macro framework, the role Bitcoin and other decentralized assets play in portfolio resilience, and how geopolitical and structural shifts are reshaping the landscape for allocators. Jeff also shares how he approaches alpha generation at a high level, offering insights into decision-making under uncertainty. It’s a wide-ranging and sharp conversation with one of the most thoughtful voices in modern asset management. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jeff on X:https://x.com/dgt10011 Jeff's Substack: https://substack.com/@jeffpark1 Bitwise Website: https://bitwiseinvestments.com/ JJ on X: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on X: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx

Jul 1, 202548 min

Inside the BDH with Patrick Wieland | Trading, Mindset & the Grind Behind the #1 Futures Stream

In this episode, we step inside the BDH—Patrick Wieland’s streaming headquarters—for a full-access tour of his world: elite trading setups, exotic cars, and even his full racing simulator. But it’s more than just flash. Patrick opens up about the real grind it took to become the #1 futures day trading streamer. We dive deep into his trading philosophy, mental game, and the uphill battle most traders face. From strategy to self-discipline, it’s a raw look at what separates the hustlers from the hopefuls. We also explore Patrick’s mindset before trading success: how he’s always been wired to outwork, outlast, and push through. A motivational bent runs through this entire episode, and by the end, you’ll understand why Patrick isn’t just a trader—he’s a builder.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Patrick on X: https://x.com/WielandTrades/media Patrick on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@PatrickWielandRay on X: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx #PatrickWieland #DayTrading #FuturesTrading #TraderMindset #TradingPodcast #Livestreaming #LamboLife #Discipline

Jun 29, 20251h 24m

Confessions: Next Gen #2 - Aubrey | From ORBs to Inner Edge

On this episode of Confessions: Next Gen, AllxDayxRay sits down with one of our longest-standing room members Aubrey, aka “orb’rey.” Aubrey started out chasing opening range breakouts, but over the years, his game has matured into something deeper, more nuanced, and more personal. We talk trading philosophy, evolution, mistakes, process review, and why he’s still in the trenches after all this time. He’s a thinker, a consistent voice in our community, and someone who understands that real edge starts with understanding yourself. If you’ve ever wrestled with your own psychology or felt the grind of the journey, this episode will hit home.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Aubrey on X: https://x.com/aubrey_irl Ray on X: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx

Jun 13, 202549 min

Confessions: Next Gen #1 – Pierre | From Discord Trader to Risk Analyst

In this debut episode of Confessions: Next Gen, we sit down with Pierre—a spirited young trader who went from lighting up Zoom happy hours to landing a job at Apex Fintech as a risk analyst. Known for his aggressive trading style and larger-than-life personality, Pierre reflects on his early days in trading, what he learned from multiple blow ups, and how he earned his series 7 license. We dive into how raw aggression can be sharpened into real edge, what it’s like working on the inside of the industry, and his (semi-secret) plans to launch a hedge fund. This is the story of a trader in motion—wild beginnings, real evolution, and the road ahead.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ray on X: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayxConfessions of a Market Maker on X: https://x.com/MarketMakerSins

May 23, 202544 min

Episode #130: Grant Cardone on Real Estate/BTC Fund, Never Touching Stocks & Trump Tariff Playbook

In this episode of Confessions of a Market Maker, Ray and JJ sit down with legendary real estate mogul and 10X entrepreneur Grant Cardone for an unfiltered conversation on wealth, risk, and navigating the shifting terrain of American business. From building a Bitcoin-backed real estate fund to his lifelong refusal to touch the stock market, Cardone shares how he thinks about control, cash flow, and conviction and why most people have the wrong playbook for wealth. They also dive into: Why Cardone finally embraced Bitcoin What he sees coming under a second Trump administration The real impact of tariffs on entrepreneurs and investors His view on AI, leverage, and the next era of business growth This is a rare look at the strategic mind behind the 10X brand.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Looking for a trading room with serious, professional traders? Inside The Trading Syndicate, we’ve built a structured progression system to help traders develop the daily habits that lead to market success. Get live market commentary and education from JJ, plus direct access to market professionals with expertise in equities, charting, and trading psychology. Join us: TradingSyndicate.org-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Grant Cardone on X: https://x.com/GrantCardoneJJ on X: https://x.com/vwaptrader1Ray on X: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx

May 15, 20251h 4m

Episode #129: Steve Quirk of Robinhood on Prediction Markets & The Evolution of Markets

Chief Brokerage Officer at Robinhood Markets. Prior to joining Robinhood, he oversaw the strategy and deployment of initiatives for Trading at TD Ameritrade, He also served as a member of the company’s Senior Operating Committee, which shaped the strategic focus of the organization. Our guest also focusing on teaching the next generation of investors and championed the creation of the TD Ameritrade U program. Prior to his role at TD Ameritrade, he was responsible for the development of new trading tools and technology enhancements for the Thinkorswim, Inc. trading platform. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Steve Quirk-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Steve on Twitter: https://x.com/SteveQuirk_ JJ on Twitter: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Microefutures.com trading room is now offering a 7 days free trial with no obligations. Offering not only ES where JJ teaches and trades, but other futures instruments, stocks, crypto and DFS and sports betting. That’s a 7 day free trial with no obligation or commitment. Join us at mircoefutures.com

Mar 26, 202547 min

Episode #128: Andrew O'Connell US Investing Champion on Early Trading Struggles, Trade Sizing & Risk

US Investing Championship 2023 top performer with a gain of+103.5%. Currently leading this years 2024 competition with a whopping 409% as of date of recording. He’s a fundamental & Technical Analysis. Founder of Pristine Capital. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Andrew O’Connell.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/realpristinecap JJ on Twitter: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Microefutures.com trading room is now offering a 7 days free trial with no obligations. Offering not only ES where JJ teaches and trades, but other futures instruments, stocks, crypto and DFS and sports betting. That’s a 7 day free trial with no obligation or commitment. Join us at mircoefutures.com

Nov 11, 20241h 10m

Episode #127: Anthony Pompliano on Economic Data, BTC Volatility & How To Live An Extraordinary Life

Founder & CEO of Professional Capital Management. He has built and sold a number of successful businesses, while also investing in approximately 200 companies. He created and manages one of the largest independent financial media platforms in the world. Published author of the “How to Live an Extraordinary Life”. Confessions of a Market Maker Presents Anthony Pompliano-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pomp on Twitter: https://x.com/APompliano JJ on Twitter: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Microefutures.com trading room is now offering a 7 days free trial with no obligations. Offering not only ES where JJ teaches and trades, but other futures instruments, stocks, crypto and DFS and sports betting. That’s a 7 day free trial with no obligation or commitment. Join us at mircoefutures.com

Oct 16, 202449 min

Episode #126: JC Parets on Portfolio Strategies, Technical Analysis and Bull Market Parties

Founder of All Star Charts, a research platform for both professional and retail investors. He is one of the most widely followed technical analysts in the world. Earned his Chartered Market Technician designation (CMT) in 2008. Frequent speaker at top investing conferences and universities. Confessions of a Market Maker presents JC Parets ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JC on Twitter: https://x.com/allstarcharts AllStarCharts: https://get.allstarcharts.com/ JJ on Twitter: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Microefutures.com trading room is now offering a 7 days free trial with no obligations. Offering not only ES where JJ teaches and trades, but other futures instruments, stocks, crypto and DFS and sports betting. That’s a 7 day free trial with no obligation or commitment. Join us at mircoefutures.com

Aug 15, 202457 min

Episode #125: Anne-Marie Baiynd on Recovering from Big Losses, Neuroscience & Trading Methodology

Twenty year trader and is featured often in major fintech outlets and aligned with many trading platforms -Benzinga Pro, Investors Business Daily, Metastock, MotiveWave, Trendspider, RocketScooter, PlaceYourTrades, TopstepTrader, and Traderade. Shes the president and CEO of TheTradingBook.com and the author of The Trading Book: A Complete Solution to Mastering Technical Systems and Trading Psychology. Confessions of a Market Maker present Anne-Marie Baiynd.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Anne-Marie's Website: https://thetradingbook.com/ Anne-Marie on Twitter: https://x.com/AnneMarieTrades JJ on Twitter: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Microefutures.com trading room is now offering a 7 days free trial with no obligations. Offering not only ES where JJ teaches and trades, but other futures instruments, stocks, crypto and DFS and sports betting. That’s a 7 day free trial with no obligation or commitment. Join us at mircoefutures.com

Jul 18, 20241h 20m

Episode #124: Dave Mabe CTO Officer at Trade Ideas on Backtesting, creating a process & AI trading

Chief technology officer at Trade Ideas & consistent profitable systematic independent trader for 17 years. Confessions of a Market Maker present Dave Mabe------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dave's Website: https://www.davemabe.com/ Dave on Twitter: https://x.com/davemabe?lang=en JJ on Twitter: https://x.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Microefutures.com trading room is now offering a 7 days free trial with no obligations. Offering not only ES where JJ teaches and trades, but other futures instruments, stocks, crypto and DFS and sports betting. That’s a 7 day free trial with no obligation or commitment. Join us at mircoefutures.com

Jun 27, 20241h 12m

Episode #123: Peter Reznicek on Options Trading, Market Internals & Profile

Trading full-time since 1999. He’s been a principal and head trader for RBC capital and Translucent Capital Management. Now he’s a retail trader trading weekly options on a strict technical basis. Founder of Shadowtrader.net. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Peter Reznicek.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------https://www.shadowtrader.net/Peter on Twitter: https://x.com/PeterReznicekJJ on Twitter: https://x.com/vwaptrader1Ray on Twitter: https://x.com/AllxDayxRayx------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Microefutures.com trading room is now offering a 7 days free trial with no obligations. Offering not only ES where JJ teaches and trades, but other futures instruments, stocks, crypto, DFS and sports betting. A 7 day free trial with no obligation or commitment. Come join us at mircoefutures.com

Jun 13, 20241h 4m

Episode #122: BTC Analysis

Piggybacking off of the newly launched equity breakdown series, JJ & Ray give a rundown of BTC on the chart, its origins and another notable tidbits. Fresh off of 11 spot ETF approvals, Billions of dollars have flowed into these Bitcoin spot ETFs---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx

Jan 19, 202431 min

Episode #121: Hunter Horsley of Bitwise on New BTC ETF Approval

Former product manager at Facebook and Instagram. A graduate of Wharton and was a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. Chief Executive Officer of Bitwise Asset Management and co-founder of the 5-year-old firm. Bitwise is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing crypto-specialist asset managers. The firm is known for launching the world’s first and largest crypto index fund and pioneering over a dozen investment products, crossing $1B in AUM( Assests under management) in 2021. Now home to the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF, symbol BITB. Confessions of a Market Maker Present Hunter Horsley---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hunter on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HHorsley JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx Bitwise website: https://bitwiseinvestments.com/

Jan 11, 202452 min

Episode #120: CCCC Stock Breakdown

JJ breaks down the company C4 Therapeutics (CCCC) fresh off its new deal with Merck. Drawing from his previous experience running deals, JJ informs the listeners on what to look out for if you plan to play this ticker or one similar. Looking past the catchy headlines, you'll learn to let the chart tell you the real story.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx

Dec 21, 202318 min

Episode #119: HCDI Stock Breakdown

A new series on Confessions of a Market Maker. JJ breaks down the company Harbor Custom Development (HCDI). Drawing from his previous experience running deals, JJ informs the listeners on what to look out for if you plan to play lower priced/ lower float stocks. Looking past the catchy headlines, you'll learn to let the chart tell you the real story.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx

Dec 15, 202323 min

Episode #118: Tony Battista of Tastylive on Market Making, Options Trading & Transition From the Floor

Started his career in options and futures trading in 1983, as an independent Market Maker at the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE), as well as a local independent trader at the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT). He served on the CBOE arbitration committee for over 10 years, ruling on disputes between traders and trading firms. Presently, he is the Co-Host tastylive with Tom Sosnoff on the tastylive network, the #1 ranked financial program on the internet. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Tony Battista---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tony on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tony_BATtista Tastylive: https://www.tastylive.com/ JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx

Nov 21, 20231h 0m

Episode #117: Anna Coulling on Volume Price Analysis, Macro Picture & Trading Psychology

She has been involved in the financial markets for almost 17 years as a trader and investor. She takes a three dimensional view, based on technical, fundamental and relational analysis. This powerful approach, when combined with price action and candle patterns, has given her a deep and detailed knowledge of the forces that drive the financial markets. She's the author of several books including: A Complete Guide to Volume Price Analysis, A Three Dimensional Approach to Forex Trading, and Forex for Beginners. Confessions of a Market Maker present Anna Coulling---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Anna on Twitter: https://twitter.com/annacoull Anna's Personal Website: https://www.annacoulling.com/ JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx

Oct 24, 20231h 25m

Episode #116: Market Update Week of 9/28

Market update episode. JJ & Ray talk: current market, struggles and success's participants are experiencing, month end & quarter end trading---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/

Sep 30, 202327 min

Episode #115: James Seyffart of Bloomberg on Spot BTC ETF

A research analyst within Bloomberg Intelligence (Bloomberg LP's Research Department). He’s focused on the research of the broader asset management industry with specialized expertise in the coverage of ETFs, Mutual Funds, Hedge Funds, etc. He also works with Bloomberg's commodity strategist in the research of cryptocurrencies which has helped him specialize in crypto and Bitcoin related funds products in recent years. Confessions of a Market Maker Presents James Seyffart---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSeyff JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/

Sep 13, 202345 min

Episode #114: Market Recap Week of 8/28

Market Recap episode. JJ & Ray talk about this summer's trading, what to look for heading into the fall & AMC recent reverse spilt which has created a lot of chatter---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In depth look at JJ's Certified Training Course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCNrqnFFwn0 For more information and sign up, email [email protected]

Aug 31, 202333 min

Episode #113: Denise Shull on Neuroeconomics, Using Your Feelings as Data & the Fractal Mind

On the cutting edge of understanding the impact of emotions on investment decision-making. ReThink’s Founder and CEO, she leverages her background in neuroscience and modern psychoanalysis to solve the mental mysteries of successful investing, trading, competing, and leading teams. She is known for her uncanny effectiveness in resolving mental blocks and decision conundrums. An in-demand speaker, Shes keynoted for UBS, Credit Suisse, MIT’s Sloan Fellows, Harvard Business School, and the US Ski and Snowboard Association. Author of "Market Mind Games", Confessions of a Market Maker presents Denise Shull---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Denise on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeniseKShull JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/

Aug 10, 20231h 22m

Episode #112: Hugh Hendry Electica on Managing a Hedge Fund & Macroeconomics

A founder and CIO of Eclectica Asset Management, a Global Macro Hedge Fund that ran from 2002 to 2017. High water mark events were the early and successful identification of the gold bull market in 2003 and the housing debacle in 2008 both of which delivered annual returns of between 30% and 50%. St. Barts luxury hotelier and Acid Capitalist. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Hugh Hendry---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hugh Hendry on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hendry_hugh JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/

Jul 20, 20231h 14m

Episode #111- Kim Sokoloff on 20 years of Wall St. experience, Technical Analysis & Intraday Trading

Possessing more than twenty years of Wall Street experience. Over those 20 years she primarily focused on equity trading and technical research for institutional and high net worth clients. Highly praised for risk management, intraday trading, and advising institutional clients as a sell-side technician. Confession of a Market Maker present Kim Sokoloff---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Kim on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KMS7511JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at https://microefutures.com/

Jul 7, 20231h 6m

Episode #110: Market Update 6/20/2023

JJ & Ray talk about the current market and recent headlines in and around finance. Topics include: potential market differences in the summer, dealing with wide intraday ranges, Chatgpt portfolio and the AI sector, SEC suing Binance---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Jun 20, 202322 min

Episode #109: Brian Schardt of ChatGPT Portfolio- Exploring the Potential of AI Trading

In this podcast episode, Brian Schardt, who created Autopilot, a startup that allows users to copy trade top investors, and Chat GPT Portfolio, a groundbreaking AI technology that they use to trade and provide analysis on stocks. Brian explains how Chat GPT uses technical and financial analysis to forecast stocks and how they plan to launch other pilots on their platform. They discuss the potential of Chat GPT outperforming some of the best investors and ethical considerations related to using AI technology for trading. Brian also shares his personal trading strategies and a low market cap stock he is invested in.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The GPT Portfolio on Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatgpttraderBrian Schardt on Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianschardtJJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Jun 14, 202332 min

Episode #108: Dr. Phil Pearlman on Going Against the Grain of Society

In episode 108 of the Confessions of a Market Maker podcast, co-hosts JJ & Ray are joined by Dr. Phil Pearlman, an expert in personal health and wellness. The conversation revolves around the importance of personal health and wellness for traders and how it can impact their performance. They discuss the impact of mindfulness and non-attachment on trading and personal life. Dr. Pearlman emphasizes the importance of balancing short-term success with long-term health and well-being and going against the grain of society to achieve personal health and wellness. They also discuss the negative impact of junk food conglomerates on society and the insidious nature of alcohol.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dr. Phil Pearlman's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ppearlmanDr. Phil Pearlman's Substack: https://primecuts.substack.com/Pearl Institute: https://www.pearlinst.com/JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

May 23, 20231h 2m

Episode #107: Jonah Lupton on Research, Portfolio Building, and Risk Management

In this podcast episode, Jonah, JJ & Ray engage in a conversation about Jonah Lupton's background in traditional finance and entrepreneurship, his approach to investing and trading, and some sports banter. Jonah shares his experience of how he got into trading during the pandemic and how he started day trading his portfolio and joined the FinTwit community on Twitter. He discusses his trading strategy, which involves using technical analysis to identify potential trades. Jonah also talks about his investment strategy, which includes deep dives into small and mid-cap companies, as well as larger companies with market caps between 10 and 50 billion. The speakers also touch on the importance of taking care of one's health and the challenges of staying disciplined in both trading and fitness.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jonah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JonahLuptonJJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

May 19, 20231h 4m

Episode #106: Chris Cady & Steven Hawkins talk Market Profile, Its Beginnings and Its Evolution

Chris Cady: A trader and quantitative developer on the Intercontinental Exchange, as well as a Quantitative Trading Researcher at web services group Powerweave. Getting his start trading markets in 1980, He’s been a member of both New York and Chicago exchanges for over 30 years, and has had a front row seat throughout the market’s transition from floor to electronic trading Steven Hawkins: Director at Profile Trading. He’s an active researcher and refined the methodology into a powerful trading framework and system. He has been involved in the markets throughout his professional career and acted as an institutional broker to some of the worlds largest investment banks and trading houses in the world. He’s collaborated with other professionals to write several trading books with his most recent book, Steidlmayer on Markets: Trading with Market Profile™, 2nd edition is universally considered to be the classic guide to the revolutionary technical trading methodology called Market Profile™---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Chris on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chris_C_Cady Steven's Profile Trading Website: https://www.profiletrading.com/about/ JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Apr 19, 20231h 9m

Episode #105: Linda Raschke- Market Wizard Talks Trading Strategies, Indicators & Managing Money

Making her 2nd appearance on the pod, she began her professional trading career in 1981 making markets in options as a member of two exchanges. She has been the principle trader for several hedge funds. Her early successes were recognized by Jack Schwager in his renowned Market Wizards series. Confessions of a Market Maker Presents Linda Raschke---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Linda's Personal Website: https://lindaraschke.net/ Linda on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LindaRaschke JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Apr 5, 20231h 20m

Episode #104: Lia Holmgren on Trading Psychology/Emotion & Transitioning into Trading

Investor, Trader, Coach for financial independence and published author. Graduate of Columbia university. Shes been featured on: NBC, Huffington post, businessinsider. NY post & many others. Confessions of a Market Maker present Lia Holmgren---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lia on twitter: https://twitter.com/LiathetraderJJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Mar 31, 202345 min

Episode #103: Tom Sosnoff on Floor Trading, Being a Risk Taker & Options Methodology

Trailblazer in the online brokerage industry, driving innovation and financial education for investors of all levels. A former floor trader, he built a breakthrough options-trading platform, thinkorswim, which later sold to TD-Ameritrade for $750 million. He offers up his expertise in the options markets as co-host of tastylive. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Tom Sosnoff---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tastylive on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tastyliveshowJJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Mar 9, 202356 min

Episode #102: Gav Blaxberg of WOLF Financial on Working for Goldman & Hosting the Biggest Spaces

COO & Head of Strategic Partnerships for WOLF Financial. He has work experience at Goldman Sachs and Versa Capital Management. A Drexel graduate and the man hosting over 40 hours of twitter spaces per week. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Gav blaxburg---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WOLF Financial on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WOLF_Financial Gav on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GavBlaxberg JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Mar 2, 202337 min

Episode #101: Brian Shannon- Talks AVWAP & New Book

Full-time trader, educator, and author of the highly regarded book “Technical Analysis Using Multiple Timeframes” and the soon to be released “Maximize trading gains with Anchored Vwap”. His expertise has been achieved over a 30-year period of trading and market analysis. 2nd time appearing on the podcast. Aka Mr. Only Price Pays. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Brian Shannon---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Brians Website: https://alphatrends.net/ Brian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alphatrends?s=20&t=MEAqKhAiKA0NXslaPWPBFg JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Feb 3, 202354 min

Episode #100: Jim Campbell- Co-Executive Producer of "Madoff: The Monster of Wall Street"

Our guest today is Co-Executive Producer and featured in the Netflix docuseries – “Madoff: The Monster of Wall Street.” He is the author of the acclaimed book: “Madoff Talks: Uncovering the Untold Story Behind the Most Notorious Ponzi Scheme in History” which was the basis for the hit Netflix docuseries. He is known for his hard hitting interviews with leading figures from the worlds of business, politics and sports. Host of syndicated radio shows: “Business Talk with Jim Campbell” and his crime show: “Forensic Talk with Jim Campbell.” Confessions of a Market Maker presents Jim Campbell---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jim Campbell on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JimOCampbell Book Website: https://madofftalksbook.com/ Jim on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-campbell-119a809?trk=public_post_feed-actor-name JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1 Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Jan 31, 202358 min

Episode #99: Rob Carver- Systematic Trader and Author

An independent systematic futures trader and investor, writer, and research consultant. Author of 3 trading books: “Systematic trading”, “Smart Portfolios”, “Leveraged Trading”. Author of the upcoming “Advanced futures trading strategies”. His resume includes working for AHL, a large systematic hedge fund, and part of the man group. Prior to that he worked as a research manager for CEPR, an economic think tank, and traded exotic derivatives for Barclays investment bank. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Rob Carver---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Rob Carver on Twitter: https://twitter.com/investingidiocy?s=20&t=DypFsAPj3mM1H_SOdTcJVA Rob's Website & Blog: https://www.systematicmoney.org/ JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1?s=20&t=DypFsAPj3mM1H_SOdTcJVA Ray on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded; no need to trade with your own money; keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Jan 26, 20231h 8m

Episode #98: Fintwit Pump and Dump Scheme

JJ weighs in on the SEC cracking down on the Atlas Trading group and what new traders need to be on the look out to not fall prey to these schemes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded. No need to trade with your own money and keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Dec 23, 202225 min

Episode #97: Felix Wang- China Sector Head at Hedgeye on Investing and Trading China

Partner, Managing Director and China Sector Head at Hedgeye. Before joining Hedgeye, he worked at an asset management firm where he focused on China equities. A CFA® charter holder and graduated cum laude from the Wharton School. He has been featured on Bloomberg, Barron’s, Fast Money and many more. Confessions of a Market Maker Presents Felix Wang---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------***Any listener of this podcast that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding. Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded. No need to trade with your own money and keep 90% of your profits. To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com***---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Felix on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HedgeyeChina?s=20&t=6QYDwwq8WOsYUlumcBobQAHedgeye China Pro: https://accounts.hedgeye.com/products/china_pro/659!660?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_content=%2Fchina-pro-save-700-tweet&utm_campaign=twitter-organicJJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwaptrader1?s=20&t=6QYDwwq8WOsYUlumcBobQARay on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllxDayxRayx

Dec 20, 20221h 7m

Episode #96- Tyrone Ross Jr. on the FTX Blow Up, The Media's Coverage of SBF & Crypto's Future

CEO of Turnqey Labs; founder of 401Financial; 2004 Olympic Trials qualifier in track and field; Recognized by Investment News 40 under 40 in 2019; He was named to Investopedia’s Top 100 Financial Advisors. Confessions of a Market Maker present Tyrone Ross Jr.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tyrone on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TR401?s=20&t=-nEiyqSVowsOFHhOEN6W1A Turnqey Labs: https://turnqey.co/index.aspx 401Financial: https://www.401financial.co/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Any listener of this pod that has the skills to pass an evaluation can become a prop trader fully funded by either APEX Trader or Topstep Funding! Our own microefutures trading community has many members who are now fully funded! No need to trade with your own money; you keep 90% of your profits! To learn more, visit our website at microefutures.com

Dec 2, 20221h 2m

Episode #95: Shana Sissel on Perseverance, Supply Chain on the Blockchain, and FTX Blowup

Making her 2nd appearance on the podcast. Founder, President & Chief Executive officer of Banrion Capital; A sought after speaker & media contributor, appearing frequently at industry events and on major financial news outlets; Cohost of the Black Swan podcast and 2020 Mrs. Illinois international; Aka the Queen of alternatives. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Shana Sissel---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Shana on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shanas621?s=20&t=89HxYok0SswyZy13mFxzJQPersonal Website: https://www.shanasissel.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you'd like to join a supportive community of traders, you can join JJ & Ray at microefutures.com

Nov 11, 20221h 33m

Episode #94: Market Update 10/10-10/14

Market Update; Week of 10/10/22 thru 10/14/22

Oct 13, 202235 min

Episode #93: Market Update Week Of 9/19- FOMC Meeting

Market update podcast. FOMC meeting; Trading adjustments; OTC trading & market making; Prior podcasts discussion --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you'd like to join a professional community of traders you can join JJ & Ray at microfutures.com

Sep 22, 202230 min

Episode #92: Tim Grittani on Abstracting Millions From the Market

Full-time trader since 2012 starting with only $1500; Now he's abstracted millions in profit from the market as a retail trader; Aka Kroyrunner89. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Tim Grittani---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tim on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kroyrunner89?s=20&t=GW3JEqACP-ke-TUcWw0BEA---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you'd like to join JJ, Ray & a supportive and professional community of traders, join us at microefutures.com

Sep 15, 20221h 4m

Episode #91: Jim Dalton Sharing His Wisdom of Over 50 Years in the Market-The Godfather of Market Profile

Trading and studying the markets has been his life’s work for over 50 years. He is the author of two seminal books on Market Profile Trading; Mind over Markets and Markets in Profile. He has been a member of the Chicago Board of Trade as well as a member of the Chicago Board Options Exchange, and Senior Executive Vice President of the CBOE during its formative years. You may know him as the godfather of market profile; Confessions of a Market Maker presents Jim Dalton---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jim's Website: http://jimdaltontrading.com/Link to Jim's Foundation eCourse: https://jimdaltontrading.com/product/foundation-course/Jim on Twitter: https://twitter.com/daltontrading---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you'd like to join a supportive and professional community of traders, you can join JJ & Ray at microefutures.com

Sep 9, 202253 min

Episode #90: JJ's Market Update 8/31/2022

JJ recaps his thoughts on the markets this summer. Topics include: market volatility & volume, news items of the summer, what to look out for in the fall & overarching thoughts.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you'd like to join Ray, JJ & a supportive community of trades, join them at microefutures.com

Sep 1, 202242 min

Episode #89: Paula Webb- Collaborating Partner of Mark Douglas on Trading Psychology

Known worldwide as “The First Lady of Trading Psychology”, alongside the ‘father’ of Trading Psychology, Mark Douglas. Former floor trader; today as an investment trader she coaches all levels of traders, and is co-author of 15 books including the award-winning book “The disciplined trader”, the first book written on the subject of trading psychology. Confessions of a Market Maker Present Paula Webb---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Paula's Twitter: https://twitter.com/_MarkDouglas_ Websites: www.markdouglas.com & www.paulatwebb.com---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you'd like to join a supportive and professional community of traders, join JJ & Ray at microefutures.com

Aug 30, 20221h 30m