The Trade Busters

-Watch Dale's video at ⁠https://youtu.be/9GNqZImsjB8?si=QIrWNiyJgJAQXTyHThe Trade Busters provides actionable ideas to take your option trading to the next level.  Through our educational podcast and instructional spreadsheets, we aim to empower the everyday retail trader.  Discover unique ways of thinking through sizing, risk and leverage in your option strategies.-View strategy mechanics, tradelogs and more at the trading page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thetradebusters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-The Trade Busters Discord server is now live!  Send me an email if you would like to join.**Everything discussed on this podcast is for informational purposes only and not to be construed as financial advice.

Kris Abdelmessih, an options trading expert and creator of Moontower AI, shares insights from a year of his project's journey and the power of community in trading. He delves into the differences between trading and investing, specifically regarding volatility, and discusses the importance of risk management strategies like straddles and strangles. Kris emphasizes personalized approaches to trading, including the significance of unit economics and using tools to manage Delta and Vega risks, illuminating the path for retail traders in a complex market.

The Trade Busters provides actionable ideas to take your option trading to the next level.  Through our educational podcast and instructional spreadsheets, we aim to empower the everyday retail trader.  Discover unique ways of thinking through sizing, risk and leverage in your option strategies. -View strategy mechanics, tradelogs and more at the trading page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thetradebusters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Follow me on X @TheTradeBuster -The Trade Busters Discord server is now live!  Send me an email if you would like to join. **Everything discussed on this podcast is for informational purposes only and not to be construed as financial advice.

-Visit Two Sides of FI at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twosidesoffi.com/⁠ -Follow Two Sides of FI on X @twosidesoffi -Watch the interview video at ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wxp-zT6UyWM The Trade Busters provides actionable ideas to take your option trading to the next level.  Through our educational podcast and instructional spreadsheets, we aim to empower the everyday retail trader.  Discover unique ways of thinking through sizing, risk and leverage in your option strategies. -View strategy mechanics, tradelogs and more at the trading page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thetradebusters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Follow me on X @TheTradeBuster -The Trade Busters Discord server is now live!  Send me an email if you would like to join. **Everything discussed on this podcast is for informational purposes only and not to be construed as financial advice.

David Sun, an entrepreneur and fund manager, shares his fascinating transition from retail options trading to managing a small fund. He reflects on key lessons learned during market upheavals, like the Wall Street Bets phenomenon and COVID-19. The conversation dives into the nuances of volatility risk premium and innovative hedging strategies. Sun also explores the impact of AI on trading biases and the importance of data accessibility for empowering retail investors. His insights provide a roadmap for navigating today's complex financial landscape.

Justin Kay, a seasoned attorney and full-time trader since the late '90s, shares his incredible trading journey. He discusses his transition from equities to options and the impact of life changes on his career. The conversation delves into the importance of community in trading, balancing collaboration and competition among peers. Justin highlights the psychological aspects of trading, emphasizing emotional resilience amidst volatility. He also announces a new course focused on innovative strategies, specifically for long volatility and short-dated options.

The Trade Busters provides actionable ideas to take your option trading to the next level.  Through our educational podcast and instructional spreadsheets, we aim to empower the everyday retail trader.  Discover unique ways of thinking through sizing, risk and leverage in your option strategies. -View strategy mechanics, tradelogs and more at the trading page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thetradebusters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Follow me on X @TheTradeBuster -The Trade Busters Discord server is now live!  Send me an email if you would like to join. **Everything discussed on this podcast is for informational purposes only and not to be construed as financial advice.

Carlos, a Brazilian quantitative trader and the mind behind the Quant Trading Rules blog, shares his journey from engineer to trader. He discusses innovative mean reversion strategies based on first principles and the importance of systematic strategy development through scientific methods. The conversation highlights the role of blogging in fostering community and knowledge-sharing among traders. Carlos also addresses the integration of machine learning in trading while balancing complexity, emphasizing the iterative nature of refining strategies.

Kris Abdelmessih, a former trader and market maker, shares his extensive knowledge on options trading and the development of Moontower AI. He dives into navigating market volatility and emphasizes understanding delta and time decay. Kris discusses the human discretion needed in trading analytics and how visual design aids decision-making. He also highlights the challenges retail investors face and the importance of education in this complex landscape. Listeners gain insights into effective risk management and resources to enhance their trading skills.

Explore the intense market turbulence caused by Volmageddon 2.0 and how to navigate such chaos. Gain insights into effective risk management strategies, comparing hedging to home insurance. Discover unique trading techniques like the 'bomb shelter' strategy to minimize losses. The discussion also highlights the significance of stop losses for controlled exits and adaptable decision-making during volatile times. Overall, it's a valuable guide to mastering trades and building resilience in unpredictable markets.