

Band of Traders - Together We Trade
China Shop Productions
Education is the foundation of successful trading and community/support is the glue that holds it all together. At Band of Traders, our mission is to provide you with educational resources to sharpen your trading skills. Our thriving Discord community is a great source of inspiration, motivation and camaraderie. We are bringing together traders of all levels for no-nonsense insights into the trading world. We don’t sugarcoat the truth because traders must have the ability to evaluate their trades, strategies and emotional states in order to achieve personal growth. That growth is an integral part of becoming a master trader. We believe that we are stronger together, learn more together, and have better trades together. Our weekly Round Table episodes are casual conversations about the week's trading lessons, educational content, strategies, and all things trading. Our rotation of co-hosts keeps the discussions fresh. Plus, once a month, we’ve got a special treat – a Round Table with expert guests to dive deep into a specific topic. These episodes drop on Mondays. On Thursdays we release our in-depth guest interviews and informative miniseries episodes, all with a focus on trading and trader education. We cover a wide range of topics including stocks and options, FOREX, and futures. Don’t just listen, get involved! Our community members not only share insights, trade ideas, charts and journals, they actively participate in podcast content. Beyond suggesting possible guests, we encourage our listeners to consider recording an episode with us and an expert guest they have questions for. Many of our guests also participate in our Discord discussions, giving traders of all levels opportunities to learn and connect. Are you ready to embrace the true essence of trading? Join us on the Band of Traders podcast, where we uncover the real world of trading, one episode at a time. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re an experienced trader, we have something for everyone. Explore our episodes, connect with fellow traders, learn from each other’s successes and failures, and grow as we trade together.
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Sep 13, 2022 • 20min
09-13-22: Insider Crypto Trading the Railroad Strike
Railroads Cutting Services as Union Talks FailCOIN Employee Mired in First Insider Trading CasePTON Cofounders Stepping DownWells Fargo to Pay $145 Mill in SettlementAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 10, 2022 • 57min
09-09-22: 2 Bulls Podcast: BofA Revises Recession Forecast while Traders are Holding in Natural Gas
This week China Shop the guys try to make sense of all the Fed speakers from the past week, traders are hoarding Natural Gas in the sea and Bank of America revises its recession forecast for 2022. In Stock News, SNAP throws shade at META and a former DIS exec claims to have backed out of a TWTR deal over bots too. Over in the Crypto Corner, Elon's DOGE lawsuit expands and Kyle gets an update on the Voyager situation. Two weeks into the new Bet format, neither want to jinx the recent run of success!Check out the merch in our new shop here!If you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice!Should you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends!If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising and help you find more friends, then you can donate here!SponsorshipsOur podcast is sponsored by Sue Pullen at Fairway Independent Mortgage (MLS# 206048). Licensed in 25 states, if you need anything mortgage-related, reach out to her at SPullen@fairwaymc.com or give her a call at (520) 977-7904. Tell her 2 Bulls sent you to get the best rates available!If you are interested in signing up with TRADEPRO Academy, you can use our affiliate link here. We receive compensation for any purchases made when using this link, so it's a great way to support the show and learn at the same time! **Join our Discord for a link and code to save 10%**Check out the custom studies for futures trading over at OrderFlow Labs. We do not receive any compensation for referrals, we just love their community and tools!To contact us, you can email us directly at 2bulls@financialineptitude.com Or leave a message at (725) 22-BULLS. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Discord to get updated when new content is posted! Links:Powell Affirms Need to Act Strongly to Fight InflationWaller Sees "Significant" Rate Hike This MonthBofA Revises Recession ForecastTraders Hoarding NG at SeaAmericans More Confident in Financial Knowledge Despite the EvidenceSNAP CEO Doesn't Get META's PlanBob Iger Also Backed Out of a Deal with Twitter over BotsVoyager Update TweetMusk's $258 Billion Dogecoin Lawsuit ExpandsDiscord:https://discord.gg/Q8hft2zMTMLearn More Here***Send us your mailing address so we can send you a smash it yourself mug when you join!***Friends of the Show:TRADEPRO AcademyMindMuscles AcademyOrderFlow LabsBeginner Stuff:Beginner EpisodesKnowledge CenterResourcesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 8, 2022 • 41min
Shlomo Freund: Creator of Free Financial Self
Shlomo Freund, digital nomad and creator of Free Financial Self is in the shop this week to talk about his investing journey. Join us as we learn more about Shlomo's first trading experiences, his philosophy when it comes to long term financial planning, as well as the details of living a nomadic life. As Shlomo was our first Israeli guest, we may or may not have asked some questions about the Mossad... About Shlomo:Shlomo has been an entrepreneur for the past 15+ years and location independent. He's been an investor since 2006. Started with stocks then later on international real estate and in recent years going into crowd investing.Shlomo has been building the lifestyle that he always wanted for himself and over the years managed to find the right balance between staying in one place and travel. He goes with his family for Workations, where they travel and work for 1-3 months at a time.Over the years, he realized how passionate he is about 3 things: Personal finances, Investments, and travel. Free Financial Self is the natural combination of all these, which allows him to help others align their lifestyle goals and their finances, especially making people happier.Guest Links:Free Financial Self WebsiteFree Networth Calculator SpreadsheetYouTube ChannelThe Growth Hacking Book Social Links:Follow on TwitterFollow on InstagramOther Links:Yinon ArieliIf you enjoyed this week's guest, check out our directory for other amazing interviews we've done in the past!If you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice!If you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends!If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising to help you find more friends, then you can donate to support the show here!China Shop Links:2 Bulls DiscordChina Shop MerchGuest DirectoryAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 6, 2022 • 18min
09-06-22: Instagram fined for doxing kids over OPEC output
News update for 09-06-22:Ireland Fines Instagram $400+ MillionThings Looking Rosier in AUSBinance to Stop Supporting RivalOPEC Makes Small Trim to Output as Prices FallBBBY Exec Jumps to DeathAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 5, 2022 • 1h 19min
Back to the Futures with OrderFlow Labs: Ep. 4, Building a Plan ft. Leo
In the fourth installment of our limited series with OrderFlow Labs, Leo is in the shop to talk about putting all the pieces together into an actionable plan. Listen along as we discuss Leo's process, from his daily routine to some of the setups he trades (and some he doesn't trade), and how important it is to understand our own psychology when developing our own plan. It's been a long journey, but after this month's homework assignment, we should have an actionable trading plan!For those of you trading with MotiveWave (along with Sierra Charts and Ninja Trader), OFL's toolkit is now available on your platform!About Leo:Leo started his trading journey with options mainly through options data/flow tools, after getting tired of trying to find the next mover and carrying overnight risk he then found the futures market. His focus is now mostly on ES and NQ. HIs favorite OF Labs study is the buy and sell zones because they help automate the process of finding areas where the pullback in the market gives you the best risk/reward to take the continuation trade. About OrderFlow Labs:OFL is a group of die-hard futures traders and a C++ Wizard who have a passion for trading the futures market using Orderflow tools.Orderflow Labs was created as a collective effort of our own work and experience trading the futures markets. Our goal is simple, we aim to help both new and experienced traders gain confidence, reduce your screen time and help you refine your edge.Guest Links:OrderFlow Labs WebsiteSocials:Follow Leo on TwitterFollow OFL on TwitterOther Links:Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking (Book)Homework:Start simple with the setups, backtest before adding new criteria a. Tailor plan and setups that complement your own psychologyIncorporate your daily routine into the planDevelop daily P/L rules (Loss limits, Plan to handle green days)Close the loop by journaling every dayIf you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice! If you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends!If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising to help you find more friends, then you can donate to support the show here!2 Bulls Links:2 Bulls DiscordChina Shop MerchAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 3, 2022 • 1h 5min
09-03-22: Slowing Sales of Homes, Pelosi's Skills Overblown
This week China Shop, Kyle returns from vacation to lay down a challenge to all of Random's supporters before diving into the latest Jobs report. In Stocks, NVDA gets some bad news, MSFT's acquisition of ATVI gets scrutinized by the UK and Dan questions Pelosi's trading skills. Over in the Crypto Corner, Buterin expresses worries over BTC security and Celsius starts to let some customers make withdrawals. It's the first week in the new month and time to see how Jason did while filling in last week.Check out the merch in our new shop here!If you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice! Should you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends!If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising and help you find more friends, then you can donate here!SponsorshipsOur podcast is sponsored by Sue Pullen at Fairway Independent Mortgage (MLS# 206048). Licensed in 25 states, if you need anything mortgage-related, reach out to her at SPullen@fairwaymc.com or give her a call at (520) 977-7904. Tell her 2 Bulls sent you to get the best rates available!If you are interested in signing up with TRADEPRO Academy, you can use our affiliate link here. We receive compensation for any purchases made when using this link, so it's a great way to support the show and learn at the same time! **Join our Discord for a link and code to save 10%**Check out the custom studies for futures trading over at OrderFlow Labs. We do not receive any compensation for referrals, we just love their community and tools!To contact us, you can email us directly at 2bulls@financialineptitude.com Or leave a message at (725) 22-BULLS. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Discord to get updated when new content is posted! Links:How the Fed is Reading Friday's Jobs ReportJeremy Siegal Says Inflation Better than Fed AdmitsRobert Kiyosaki Still Predicting Major CrashMore Home Sellers Dropping Asking PricesUK Scrutinizing MSFT's ATVI AcquisitionDIS Expected to Buy Remaining Hulu Stake from ComcastNVDA New License Requirements Affecting China ExportsPelosi's Lucky Trading Streak Continues??ETH Founder Criticizes BTC's Proof of Stake ModelCelsius Files to Reopen Withdrawals for a Minority of CustomersDiscord:https://discord.gg/Q8hft2zMTMLearn More Here***Send us your mailing address so we can send you a smash it yourself mug when you join!***Friends of the Show:TRADEPRO AcademyMindMuscles AcademyOrderFlow LabsBeginner Stuff:Beginner EpisodesKnowledge CenterResourcesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 1, 2022 • 17min
09-01-22: Big Crypto Refund won't save Bed Bath & Beyond
News update for 09-01-22:Crypto.com Sends $10.5 Million to Woman by MistakeQualcomm Server and Laptop Ambitions in JeopardySam's Club Raising Annual Membership FeesBBBY Closing 150 Stores, Layoffs ComingBillionaire Oil Refinery Owner has Solution for Inflation...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aug 31, 2022 • 55min
Phil Muscatello: Host of Stocks for Beginners
This week in the China Shop we are joined by Phil Muscatello, creator and host of Stocks for Beginners. Listen along as we discuss everything from options strategies, to the culture of finance guests and even a conversation on music and guitars! We also got to feel what it's like to sit on the other side of the table as we got a very prepared guest this week who brought his own questions for us. Some of our past comments may have come back to bite us this time around...About Phil:Phil Muscatello is the host and producer of the podcasts Shares for Beginners, Stocks for Beginners, ETFs for Beginners, Equity ASA & Talking Companies.Phil is not from a finance background but wants to learn more about becoming a better investor. He hopes that listeners will come along for the ride and not make the same mistakes that he has.Phil has a degree in Media Production and Literary Studies. He played in psychedelic, heavy rock cabaret bands in Sydney during the early eighties before moving into a career in radio at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and Triple-J (kind of a cross between college radio and NPR). He was a religious affairs producer at a classic rock station (long story) and worked extensively in corporate media production and voice over recording.He enjoys playing guitar, ocean swimming, cycling, going to the gym and drinking too much beer on Thursday nights at trivia at the Bald Rock Hotel.Guest Links:Stocks for Beginners Podcast (US)Shares for Beginners Podcast (AUS)Shares for Beginners WebsiteSocial Links:Follow on TwitterFollow on InstagramFollow on LinkedInIf you enjoyed this week's guest, check out our directory for other amazing interviews we've done in the past!If you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice!If you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends!If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising to help you find more friends, then you can donate to support the show here!China Shop Links:2 Bulls DiscordChina Shop MerchGuest DirectoryAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aug 27, 2022 • 1h 3min
08-27-2022: Powell brings the Pain, Biden makes it Rain
This week China Shop, Jason from the “Completely Off The Rails” podcast fills in for Kyle and he and Dan discuss the latest Powell talk out of Jackson Hole, whether student debt forgiveness will help or hurt inflation, and the current average car loan data. In stocks they talk about SoFi versus PayPal, T-Mobile joining forces with Starlink, and Apple's ongoing DOJ woes. Over in crypto they even manage to find the shit in shitcoins!If you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice!Should you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends!If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising and help you find more friends, then you can donate here!SponsorshipsOur podcast is sponsored by Sue Pullen at Fairway Independent Mortgage (MLS# 206048). Licensed in 25 states, if you need anything mortgage-related, reach out to her at SPullen@fairwaymc.com or give her a call at (520) 977-7904. Tell her 2 Bulls sent you to get the best rates available!If you are interested in signing up with TRADEPRO Academy, you can use our affiliate link here. We receive compensation for any purchases made when using this link, so it's a great way to support the show and learn at the same time! **Join our Discord for a link and code to save 10%**Check out the custom studies for futures trading over at OrderFlow Labs. We do not receive any compensation for referrals, we just love their community and tools!To contact us, you can email us directly at 2bulls@financialineptitude.com Or leave a message at (725) 22-BULLS. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Discord to get updated when new content is posted! Links:Jerome Powell Brings The PainCanceling Student Debt could help inflationU.S. Consumers borrowing at records levels as car prices increaseApple Facing down the DOJ in impending AntiTrust suitT-Mobile Teams up with StarlinkPeloton CEO says $1.2 Billion Loss is a Sign of ProgressMore than Half Of Bitcoin Transactions Are FakePoop coin gets flushedDiscord:https://discord.gg/Q8hft2zMTMLearn More Here***Send us your mailing address so we can send you a smash it yourself mug when you join!***Friends of the Show:TRADEPRO AcademyMindMuscles AcademyOrderFlow LabsBeginner Stuff:Beginner EpisodesKnowledge CenterResourcesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aug 24, 2022 • 1h 3min
CC Lagator: Founder of Options AI
This week in the China Shop we are joined by the founder of Optionsai.com, CC Lagator. Listen along as we learn about his experiences as an options market maker and how those experiences led to the founding of Options AI. We also discuss some of the different options strategies (like Iron Condors and spreads) and how his interface differs from typical brokerages.About CC:CC aims to turn everyday retail investors into more professional traders. Options AI helps guide them through options trading as it’s done on Wall Street. A former options market-maker, CC developed Options AI to simplify the options trading process by providing access to the same visualization tools that institutional investors use. Guest Links:Options AI WebsiteOptions AI UniversitySocial Links:Follow on TwitterIf you enjoyed this week's guest, check out our directory for other amazing interviews we've done in the past!If you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice!If you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends!If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising to help you find more friends, then you can donate to support the show here!China Shop Links:2 Bulls DiscordChina Shop MerchGuest DirectoryAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy