Rebel Traders™ Podcast - Stock Market Trading Strategies, Insights & Analysis with Sean Donahoe & Phil Newton

With a ton of hype about the tech sector and every pundit looking to make his bones with crazy predictions, Sean and Phil cut to the chase and give you the real deal. With the HUGE tech sector and new IPO's seemingly launching every single day in the space, they take a specific look at the mythical Unicorn's and have them squarely set in the sniper sights. It's time to go huntin' with the Rebel Traders and see if all this myth, noise and confusion if there are opportunities to be had for the smarter Rebel Trader...

With the markets twitching because of Italian political turmoil, the Rebel Traders are breaking it down and picking apart what is really going on and is the over-hype really just that. Not only that, they are looking at the China Trade Talks, North Korean summit negotiations and the recent spike in Cotton and why...

The world never stands still and those businesses not evolving and keeping pace they will be left in the dirt. So, in this week's show Sean and Phil are taking a look in to the future and examining what opportunities and industries you should be looking at to add a wee bit of future proofing to your portfolio. They are talking everything from emerging markets to China's infrastructure and expansion, from 5G to Space travel and everything in between. It's time to jump in that Delorean and accelerate to 88…

With the cancellation of the North Korean Summit and China stating their intent to buy more US products to address the trade deficit there are a lot of things Happening Now and the Rebel Traders break it all down. On top of this they are looking at the investigation of auto-manufacturers in regards to steel tarrifs and what that means for the auto industry as well as signification mergers and acquisitions numbers that are a very solid indication of a shift it the market sentiment...

Nothing creates more reverence and awe than the history and legacy of Samurai and Ninja. Both have fundamental differences in approach and strategy to both combat and life but there are strong parallels to both in regards to trading. So, in this weeks show, Sean and Phil take a look and compare them to each other and how they directly compare to the different styles of trading and the attitudes to the business of trading.

In this week's Happening Now, Sean and Andrew break through the noise and discuss the important factors in the markets you need to know. They are tackling market updates, China / US trade negotiations, North Korean posturing and the opening up of Sports Betting in New Jersey. They also have give a quick overview Small cap vs Large cap companies and how different situations affect each sector differently and how they can signal opportunities on the horizon. It's all Happening Now!

The Rebel Traders are going to take a sideways look at the trading lessons and knowledge found in the comedic world of one of the favorite satirical authors of both Sean and Phil's that takes a wry look at life, business and even money. The Rebel Traders are going to have a blast and invite you to join them as they pick apart the wisdom and humor of Terry Pratchett and how this can help you get an edge in the markets...

The Rebel Traders share what's pinging the Radar as they look at current economic events that could present investment and trading opportunities as they filter through the noise and give you the edge you need. This week they are discussing a new move by China to open up their Ore futures markets to outside money and the breakdown of the Iran deal and what that could mean for your portfolio. They also discuss the much hyped "Spat" between Elon Musk and Warren Buffet and break down exactly what a "Moat" is and why it's not really enough to protect a company...

Many traders fall foul of putting too many eggs in one basket. Well, Sean and Phil tackle this issue and discuss why they recommend having a much bigger and diverse basket and how you can optimize your portfolio to take advantage of different market conditions. So, strap in and get ready to rock as the Rebel Traders break it down and explain how they do things the Rebel Trader way...

With the upcoming Fed meeting, all eyes are on the prize and waiting to see what happens as the markets keep tickling the 200 day moving average. Not only that, a shortage in select precious metals could mean increase costs for electric car batteries and China is ramping up the AI arms race with America. The Rebel Traders also dig in to the markets, the upcoming FED meeting and how you can position yourself to take advantage of these situations. It's all happening now with Sean and Andrew...

There is one thing traders hate talking about, they willfully ignore it and pretend it doesn't exist. Put 10 traders in a room and they all talk about their wins, their year-to-date profits and more. However, mention this one thing and they all clam up tighter than a ducks-butt. So, Sean and Phil are going to talk about the HUGE elephant in the room and how its a natural part of trading that you have to deal with…

So, with a major down day yesterday that seems to have bottomed out, US Treasuries at 3% and oil topping $75 a barrel there is a ton of interesting trading opportunities pinging the Rebel Trader radar as Sean and Andrew break it down and discuss what this all means for you and your portfolio. They also dive in to Volatility and an emerging trend in trading liquidity in the last few minutes of the trading day, why this occurs and a few opportunities for the savvy trader.

Are they round the bend or flying over the insanity horizon? In this week's Rebel Traders show, Sean and Phil discuss how localized events can ripple across the world and present interesting early warnings and opportunities for the smarter trader… So strap in and we whirl around the world in under 80 minutes and see if we can pick off a few prime targets through the scopes...

Sean and Andrew are diving in to what's Happening Now and taking a look at the markets as they stand today. They also discuss why China buying more US debt is a good thing, negotiations in North Korea and the monumental cessation of war and what that means for you. They are also diving in to Q1 earnings reports and what the heck is going on with cocoa futures because of weather in Cote D'Ivoire...

We're all about risk mitigation and our strategies allow us to do that while still maintaining all the upside. Somethings, though, you need a wee bit of a hedge and in this episode of Rebel Traders we show you how… Sean, Phil are joined by Andrew Page, our resident master of the futures and with three heads being better than two, they discuss their strategies for when to hedge, why to hedge and just how they do it.

It's a busy day in the Rebel Trader neighborhood as the Rebel Traders cover what is pinging the Rebel Trader radar. Joined today by Phil Newton, Sean and Andrew go over the latest ramped up rhetoric between USA and Russia over Syria and why this could be a new proxy-war between the two countries. We also look into China's shift in outside investment policies and how that could have impacts on their expanding economy as well as a new acquisition by the NYSE that has the crypto rumor mills in full swing. All this and much more…

Successful trading is not just about the right moves in the markets at the right time or the perfect strategy. Sean and Phil discuss the mindset and psychological aspects needed to become a master trader. They'll discuss the specific strategies used to control those internal influences in our own minds that, with the right strategies, can be forged in to a powerful asset in your trading.

In today's happening now we'll be discussing the new round of tariffs and more shots fired. We also look at a giant 5B+ acquisition by CME Group in Europe that could spell interesting times ahead. Not only that we talk about the Fed's plans to open the ledgers in an effort to be more transparent regarding it's debt and discuss the new Russia - Chinese oil pipeline that is over 3000+ KM and being built at an astonishing rate. All that and a ton more in the Happening Now report.

In this April Fool's special the Rebel Traders, Sean and Phil are going to have a little fun as we explore some the weirdest and stupidest reasons stocks actually rose and the hype train people jump on. Not only that, to quote Obi-Wan Kenobi, we'll discover who is more foolish, the fool or the fool that follows. We also have our popular regular spots including Tip of the Week, Rebel Trader Mailbag and BS of the Week…

With the official statements released about Kim Jong Un visiting China we break down exactly what this means to you. Not only that we discuss the Russia / OPEC agreements and speculate on the release of OIL Futures contracts in China. We also take a look at the recent market volatility and ask the question - "Are we heading in to a BEAR market?" Well, join us and find out.

This week the Rebel Traders and cranking it up to 11 and getting ready to rock as they give you the 3 core ways that you can fix your trades. It does not matter how close you stick to your strategy, sometimes something just isn't right. Well, in this week's podcast, Sean and Phil show the 3 things that most people miss that could be the make-or-break for their trading.

With the DOW dropping over 750 points and the steel tariffs going in to effect the markets reacted and didn't like the implementation of the much telegraphed news. So, the Rebel Trader's, in this special "Chewing the Fat" bonus episode discuss what is going on, why it's happening and what is likely to happen next. Get your tactical advantage and listen in as they break it down...

With the well telegraphed moves of the Fed and Jaw Powell taking center stage, we analyze the FOMC meeting and what it means for you. Not only that, with renewed pressure for a budget we are heading to Budget Crisis 2.0 as both sides of the aisle start posturing and bloviating. We also dive in to the implementation of the trade tarrifs and what that means for the markets as the talk becomes reality and examine if there could be retaliatory actions from China. It's all here in Happening Now…

You often hear traders and non-traders say that the markets are rigged, that they are all manipulated and Wall St is one big casino out to rob the unwary. So, in this week's show, Sean and Phil dive in to the trenches, yank back the green curtain and see what really is going on. They're going to talk about what really drives the markets, how they are or can be manipulated and how, as a Retail Trader, you can avoid the pitfalls and even profit from these scenarios.

Well, there's a lot going on this week as the Rebel Traders, Sean and Andrew discuss what is happening right now in the markets and this week they are looking at how the S&P 500 and Volatility indexes are behaving, the upcoming FOMC meetings, possible trade retaliations for the steel tariffs and the White House shake out of top positions. It's all happening here and happening now…

In this week's show the Rebel Traders are taking a trip down sanity street to make sure that they help focus you on avoiding the pitfalls of the popular delusions technical traders fall in to and help reset the dial. Armed with the awareness Sean and Phil cover in this podcast you will be better positioned to protect your portfolio, enter and exit positions smarter and more profitably and fine tune your trading skills.

What's hitting the Rebel Trader radar this week? Well, with Gary Cohn leaving the White House as Donny Two-Scoops chief economic advisor we discuss what this means for the markets and the ripples it is causing. We also talk grain prices, bank deregulation for medium sized banks and discuss more about the possible trade war and possible steel and aluminum tariffs that were announced late last week and what that could mean for your trading…

The Rebel Traders are looking beyond trading in to the realm of investing with a very unique approach to ETF's by actually creating a portfolio that is structured just like a conventional ETF but designed around your interests, knowledge wheel-house. This is a very passive investing strategy that allows you to be flexible, passive and unlocks some interesting opportunities for capital growth.

As the markets jitter and the technicals tremble we have an impromptu "Chewing the Fat" episode discussing tariffs, trade wars, and reactions across the board as more volatility is introduced into the markets and we're loving it. Come join us...

With a new head of the Federal Reserve taking center stage on Capital Hill we see more market volatility and twitchy fingers as the markets recover their recent retracements. We're also going to dive in to Warren Buffet's letter to shareholders and see what the Oracle of Omaha has to say about the markets and insights to upcoming environments.

Get ready to check your biases at the door as the Rebel Traders invite you to lay back on the couch and rather than go all Sigmund Freud, we are going to discuss some of the most problematic trader psychological biases problems that are common in society but can be incredibly detrimental to your trading if you are not consciously aware of them. So, in this weeks show we will be discussing the various biases that are MOST common to traders, how to rationalize and avoid the problems before they destroy your profits.

Want to know what's pinging the Rebel Trader Radar in this weeks happening now? Well, in this weeks show we examine the changes in the agricultural sector with extremes of weather wreaking havoc last year and what we are looking at for this years markets. Not only that we dive in to why increased shale production could be contributing to oil volatility now and for the foreseeable future and take a look at the institutional money that is relying more heavily on technical analysis for answers…

Hold on to your hats ladies and gentlemen. Sean and Phil go off the rails and land in a virtual bar, far far away in this weeks show and dive in to and open mic discussion on trading, what drives them, why they trade the way they trade and allow you to look in to their world just a little deeper… So, come see what happens when two traders walk in to a bar and join the Rebel Traders for a virtual pint of the good stuff...

Today's CPI report has been much hyped and anticipated but we cut to the core of the numbers to get to the truth and show why this really is a nothing burger and break down why everyone is so up in arms. Not only that we take a look at the beer industry, Oil in the US and much more. It's all happening here and happening now...

In this week's show, Sean is out of the studio and broadcasting from his luxury suite at the Bellagio in Sin City as the Rebel Traders tackle the myths and psychology of gambling and the business of gambling and why this factors in to your trading, what to do about it and how you can turn the tables on your portfolio. Sean is going to share some "In-The-Trenches" real world examples of how you can take lessons of Vegas and load the dice in your favor. So, get ready, get your blue suede shoes and we'll break it all down for you...

Well, it's been a hell of a week and we have so much to cover it's insane. However, as always, we are here to break it all down for you without all the noise. We disseminate what happened in the markets, how you can take advantage of this situation and what is likely to happen next. Not only that we are looking at the giant volatility spikes, what the Fed is doing and the increased trade deficit and what it means for you. Buckle up buttercup, it's going to be a hell of a ride!

In this week's show, Sean and Phil are bending the lines of reality to give you, as a trader, the ultimate clarity to view the markets, charts and the data that makes it possible to trade. You don't need to be an uber geek or cyber-punk and this isn't the Matrix and with the Rebel Traders showing you the way you'll be seeing the markets in a whole new way… It won't take you long to realize that with the right skills, the right strategies and the right guidance you can cut through the noise and potentially become great trader.

With the first State of the Union for this administration being broadcast Tuesday, Sean and Andrew discuss what this means for you as a trader and for the economy globally. With recent news regarding the FBI memo, possible damning revelations and anticipation building up to the SOTU we have seen some serious volatility spikes and opportunities for quick hit plays. We're also taking a look at one of Sean's favorite topics, Artificial Intelligence and discuss if AI is actually killing Japan's banks. So, get ready to rock and let's see what's happening now…

In this week's show, Sean and Phil are peeling back the curtains on many misconceptions that have pulled traders off course and are on a mission to turn the rudder and avoid the icebergs. They shatter some of the commonly held ideas and beliefs that are almost staples of trading and shine the light on some areas that could be hurting your trading results.

There's a lot going on in this week's financial world with world powers, corporations, fund managers and more gathering in Switzerland for the World Economic Forum and on the heels of a rise in tariffs on Chinese goods and the concerns of Chinese economic dominance over the next 3 decades. On top of that, we look at the continued confrontation of the Government shutdown and what that means for you as a trader. We're also looking at one of the recently announced applications of blockchain in agriculture and the decline in the copper markets due to an unexpected correction to supply.

In this week's show, the Rebel Traders, Sean and Phil are taking the reins as they discuss what could happen in 4 very dangerous scenarios for your trading and show you what you can do to not only do to protect yourself but get a tactical advantage and position yourself for profit. With the 4 horsemen of the trading apocalypse riding across other traders portfolio looking for potential weaknesses, you can be prime positioned to raise your awareness and prepare to be the smarter trader and the last man standing…

So, what's happening right now? Sean Donahoe and Andrew Page dive in to the markets and look at current events that are shaping the markets and analyze where the trading opportunities may be for you. It's been a roller coaster couple of weeks with the DOW crossing 26000 and 2018 off to a rocket start but there are a ton of events moving and shaking the markets and this week we're discussing the imminent Government shutdowns, Missile Alerts, Debt Downgrades and the current Crypto bloodbath.

It may be "inconceivable" that there are actual trading lessons to be learned from the cult movie "The Princess Bride" but the Rebel Traders disseminate value insights from one of their all-time classic movies and show you the hidden gems for traders just like you. So, as we step in to a step in to a battle of wits, ask each other why we are smiling as we break it down and show exactly why we love this movie and how it can teach you valuable strategies and trading wisdom that can help you be a smarter trader starting now…

With the first week of the new year behind us and the skyrocketing economy creating an atmosphere of exuberance Sean and Andrew look at what is happening now and discuss the format changes they are going to make to this bonus show. Not only that, they are diving in to the Brent and WTI increases over the last 18 months as well as Gold, Copper. Not only that they are looking at the after shocks of the Caribbean earthquakes and the risk of aftershocks and tsunamis in an area already devastated in 2017 from hurricanes.

It's a new year and a new day as the markets get rocking for the year and already setting records. However, as we look to the new MIDFID II implementation across Europe and what that means for traders and funds who are dealing with the markets over there. We also take a look at the big FREEZE and what opportunities that provides in the natural gas sector as well as the bullish oil markets and specifically the WTI continued gains. We're also discussing the sentiments from the last FOMC meeting as the minutes are released.

A question the Rebel Traders get asked all the time is what is a "Good" signal to get in to a trade and what signals should people be looking for to get out of a trade profitably. Well, Sean and Phil jump in to 2018 with a look at what makes a signal, what is a good signal, what signals you can ignore and crack some myths over the head with a big mallet.

It's that time of year and 2017 is rapidly fading in to the distance and on this last day of the year the Rebel Traders take a look back over the last 12 months at the significant events, shifts and currents that have shaped the markets traders. Not only that, Sean and Phil take a look to the coming year to see where the opportunities, ideas and events that could give traders just like you the edge you need to be a smarter and more successful trader in 2018.

In a prelude to the main show on New-Years-Eve, Sean Donahoe and our resident master of the futures, Andrew Page discuss some interesting opportunities and insights as the year wraps up. They are taking a look at the copper spikes in demand due to China's increased growth ambitions, the Dollar Index and it's continued testing of lows and a look forward to the next year's likely big stories...

So, Bitcoin has skyrocketed from $1000 to almost touched $20,000 before losing 30% in just a few days and everyone and their grandmother is talking crypto this and crypto that… Everyone is suddenly an expert in cryptocurrencies and it has cemented itself in the heart of every get-rich-quick scammer, network marketer and hype merchant. However, what is fact, what is fiction, is Bitcoin in a bubble? Is it crashing? Is it a currency? Is it an asset? or is it a pipe dream? And does Block-Chain really have the ability to disrupt not only the finance industry but many other industries as well? Well, in this special edition of the Rebel Traders Podcast, Sean and Phil get to the heart of the matter and it's going to be interesting to say the least...

There's panic in the streets as the crypto-space dives into heavy correction territory and in light of the Crypto-Special released soon the Rebel Traders recorded a quick bonus episode to discuss the situation, what caused it, what to do and how to use this as a learning experience as well as an opportunity for profit...