The Trader's Journey

In this anonymous yet deeply personal episode of The Trader’s Journey, Anthony speaks with veteran proprietary firm trader Goose, whose 12+ year journey has taken him from hopeful trader to becoming consistently profitable and eventually mentoring other traders. Goose shares his full journey—early failures, pivotal trades, mental breakdowns, and recovery—along with the real mindset it takes to survive both the markets and prop firms. From trading earnings, to how he think about reading 'the box' to navigating drawdowns, Goose brings a refreshing, thoughtful take on what trading success really looks like. This episode is packed with wisdom for traders at any level—especially those navigating setbacks or searching for structure.

In this special roundtable episode of The Trader's Journey, Anthony is joined by Investors Underground traders and moderators Chris Lanzilotti, Nick Kasnett, Stan 'Godfather' Ivanov, and Ariel Hernandez. Together, they dive deep into the debated topic of edge erosion — is it real, or just an excuse traders use when markets shift? The group discusses how adaptability, understanding market cycles, and continuously refining your approach can protect and even enhance your trading edge. They explore how professional traders manage to consistently stay profitable, despite changes in market dynamics and increasing competition.

In this episode of The Trader’s Journey, Anthony sits down with Ariel Hernandez, a successful and highly regarded trader known for his deep understanding of sector rotation, market cycles, and swing trading. Ariel shares his trading evolution, from early struggles to refining a strategy that allows him to align with institutional money flow and spot market shifts. Ariel then breaks down how traders can scan for stocks to identify strength and weakness across groups and industries, develop conviction, manage risk, and thus avoid the most common pitfalls that lead to failure.

In this episode of The Trader’s Journey, Anthony sits down with Jason Shapiro, a featured trader in Jack Schwager’s Market Wizards book, to explore the art of contrarian trading. Jason shares how he built long-term success by safely betting against the overcrowded herd, analyzing positioning instead of price, and avoiding the common traps that cause most traders to fail. Jason provides key lessons and countless trading wisdom from decades of experience, how he views the Commitment of Traders (COT) report, the critical role of risk management and discipline.

In this episode of The Trader’s Journey, Anthony sits down with legendary trader Phil Goedeker to discuss his 2024 trading year in review. From transitioning to long-biased trading to mastering options strategies, Phil shares insights from a year of adaptability, patience, and evolution as a trader. Phil reflects on his biggest trades of 2024, lessons learned, and the changes he’s made to align his trading with his life goals. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episode offers actionable takeaways and timeless advice from one of the trading community’s most respected figures.

In this episode of The Trader’s Journey, Anthony speaks with Sampsa, better known as @Jeppez420, a trader who turned $12K into $1M in just 16 months. Jeppez shares his journey from chasing random setups to building a hybrid trading system that blends systematic precision with discretionary finesse. Jeppez opens up about his disciplined approach to risk management, the importance of having an edge in trading, and how he uses backtesting to plan for drawdowns. Whether you’re an experienced trader or just starting, this episode is packed with insights you can apply to your own trading journey!

Matthew Monaco, a consistently profitable trader, recounts his inspiring transition from college side hustles to seven-figure trading. He shares valuable lessons from his early struggles, emphasizing risk management and discipline. Monaco discusses the importance of community support during the leap to full-time trading and explains the nuances of trading both OTC and listed small-cap stocks. He provides actionable insights on trading strategies, stock selection, and the critical role of patience and ongoing learning in achieving long-term success.

In this episode of The Trader’s Journey, Anthony sits down with Austin Mitchum, a seasoned Australian equities trader whose disciplined approach, deep market insight, and relentless pursuit of growth have made him a prominent voice in the trading world. Austin opens up about his unique trading journey, sharing powerful insights into why 'trading isn’t linear' and how he’s navigated both the highs and lows of the market. With a background in prop trading, Austin takes us through the evolution of his strategy—moving from purely technical analysis to an edge built on catalyst-driven trades and precise tape reading. Learn how he turned early setbacks into valuable lessons that redefined his approach and why he believes “mindset changed everything” in his trading success. Austin shares actionable advice on finding your edge, the importance of consistency, and how to overcome the mental hurdles every trader faces, proving that “the market humbles you.” Whether you’re an aspiring trader or a seasoned pro, this episode is filled with lessons on resilience, discipline, and self-reflection. Austin’s story is a testament to the power of hard work and the mental game behind successful trading.

Yash is a part-time trader who grew his small account from $5K to over $2 Million since 2020. Learn how (and why!) Yash uses options trading and a small account to find success early in his career, how he implemented risk management, developed discipline for consistent success, and much more!

In this episode of The Trader’s Journey, Anthony sits down with Dr. Tom Crawford, a world renowned high performance coach. Dr. Crawford has studied elite performance for over two decades, having worked with elite traders, Olympic athletes, and professional sports teams. Dr. Crawford dives deep into the psychology of success, sharing insights on how to build habits of excellence, handle pressure like a pro, and sustain high performance over time. If you want to learn how to apply lessons from Olympic athletes to your trading or professional life, this episode is packed with value!