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Cam Hawkins
Trading Strategies - Forex, Stocks, Commodities or Futures
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Oct 8, 2025 • 45min
315. “I Was Done with Trading… Then This Happened” w/ Calvin of Forex Beginner Podcast
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Calvin shares how he transitioned from sports and music to entrepreneurship, discovered trading through chance encounters, and overcame early struggles with inconsistency and a “job mentality.”
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
06:29 Job Mentality and Early Trading Exposure
10:15 First Steps in Trading and Mentorship
14:17 Why Calvin Was a Bad Student
21:46 Balancing Business, Uber, and Trading
24:27 Mindset and Intuition in Trading
30:52 $100 to $1,000 Compounding Challenge
36:01 First Trades on Personal Account and Confidence
40:47 Risk Management and Recent Performance
44:08 Final Thoughts
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
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Oct 1, 2025 • 47min
Why Trading’s NOT You vs The Market… w/ Evan Marks
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Legendary mental performance coach Evan Marks doesn’t sugarcoat a thing: trading isn’t just a numbers game—it’s the ultimate psychological gauntlet, a mirror that’ll reflect every insecurity, habit, and hidden bit of self-sabotage right back at you in real time.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
04:39 Pressure is a Privilege
08:32 Mental Traits of Elite Performers
13:11 Advice for Part-Time and Aspiring Traders
19:16 Trading vs. Gambling
26:16 Habits from Sports for Traders
29:34 Mental Residue and Resetting
36:37 Small Steps to Mental Change
41:44 Proving Mindset Matters
46:29 Final Thoughts
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.

Sep 23, 2025 • 39min
313. Why Funded Traders Blow Accounts So Fast w/ James Kirklin III
Ever wondered how someone can crush prop firm trading while holding down a regular job and juggling a side hustle? Meet James Kirklin III, a trader from Atlanta who’s figured out how to snag consistent profits in futures—without going full-time or risking it all.
In this enlightening conversation, James breaks down the strategies and psychology that finally took him from student trader to pulling in $10K paydays, all while keeping trading as his "extra income" side gig. If you’re tired of blowing up accounts, feeling lost in a sea of strategies, or doubting if prop firms are worth it, James’s journey and brutally honest insights could be exactly what you need.
Let's dive in.
Podcast Interview
Interview Link
Instagram: @jameskirklin3, @jameskirklin3tradesYouTube: @JamesKirklin3-TradingHomesWhop: whop.com/trading-homes
Key Lessons
[07:12] "What prop firms has allowed you to do is hit that home run by accumulating base hits. The home run comes by accumulating small, consistent, profitable days."
[10:09] "Discipline over dopamine… the discipline of having that buffer actually helps you because you have to maintain consistent trading after just reaching the first payout."
[12:47] "Why are you trying to make so much in a day anyway? Small base hits and avoiding the big loss are what keep you in the game."
[13:34] "If you can take one good trade, keep your losses small and literally make it to tomorrow. That's all it's really about in this prop game. It's so gamified that the psychology is where people blow it."
[18:52] "You have to have a system that allows for a lot of wins, because the thing is, you're trading often with this system higher size and you're trading lower timeframes… it's what works in props because that's what it's all about: consistency, consistent wins."
[19:52] "Burnout is a real thing, especially in these props, especially seeing all this money flowing."
[29:02] "While they're here, we got to use them… if you are consistently profitable trader to not utilize [prop firms] … it makes too much sense."
[31:18] "Find a good mentor as soon as possible, finding a good mentor that's accessible and that trades live with you. If you do that, that'll expedite your learning curve so fast."
[32:29] "You have to earn your size… Get you a little 25K account, trade the micros, don't have your heart thumping if you're in -20 pip drawdown. Learn the system. Learn the platforms. Learn this. Learn that because you're going to look up in six months to a year, like okay, it's finally starting to make sense. Rather than I'm trying to get this gamified profit target…"
[33:23] "Are you here to take trades or are you here to make money? People love just being in a trade and losing money for something."
[34:21] "The more you're putting your capital at risk, the more you can lose it… how you make it is how you lose it."
[36:12] "We are quite literally creating money from sitting down and doing something. It's like a weight lifted off your shoulders when you start to think of trading as extra income instead of the sole income."

Sep 9, 2025 • 35min
312. Every Traders SUCCESS FORMULA (Just Rinse & Repeat)… ICT Expert “Trade X” Explains
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From blowing up accounts and grinding through penny stocks to ultimately finding his groove with futures and ICT concepts, Trade X draws back the curtain on what actually matters—the process, the mindset, and the discipline behind every profitable trade.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
05:04 Futures Markets & Specialization
08:48 Perceived vs. Monetary Risk
11:16 Emotional Balance & Small Losses
15:48 Learning Curve & Time Commitment
20:51 Stoicism, Buddhism & Emotional Detachment
27:33 Finding Your Trading Niche
30:38 Building Discipline & Mindset Pillars
32:58 Meditation’s Role in Trading
34:39 Final Thoughts
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.

Aug 28, 2025 • 35min
311. Activate Your Profitable Twin – No Strategy Needed w/ Emmanuel LiveFreeFx
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==== DYNAMIC TRADERS CLUB ======
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In this episode, we dive deep with Emmanuel, a seasoned trader from Toronto who’s battled his way from humble beginnings to consistent profits. Forget the fantasy of overnight success: Emmanuel shares the gritty reality of losing streaks, the mental battles every trader faces, and the exact routines and visualization techniques that helped him level up. We talk confidence, handling drawdowns, strategy tweaks, and—yes—those hard-earned withdrawals.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
03:04 Visualization and Quantum Physics in Trading
08:20 Persistence Through Difficult Times
11:59 Distractions and the Power of the Mind
13:01 Trading Routine and Sleep Discipline
16:18 Daily Trading Process and Risk Management
19:33 Position Management and Taking Profits
22:34 Handling Stress and Emotional Management
30:38 Managing Withdrawals and Lifestyle
32:50 Final Thoughts
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.

Aug 19, 2025 • 0sec
310. DOABLE! $250k Verified Prop Firm Payouts in 12 Months – Scott Taylor, Evolution Markets FX
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==== DYNAMIC TRADERS CLUB ======
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In this episode, we reunite with Scott Taylor from Evolution Markets FX, who’s had an absolutely wild two years since his last appearance—moving from consistent four-figure months to landing a record $121,000 profit in just one month. Scott unveils the real strategies, mindset shifts, and the tweaks he’s made (without ever falling into the “strategy hopping” trap) that allowed him to scale up, survive the notorious prop firm payout battles, and evolve his trading for long-term success.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:14 Evolution and Growth Mindset in Trading
04:53 Transition from Forex to Indices and Futures
08:31 Core Technical Strategy and Timeframes
14:46 Implementing Subtle Strategy Additions
18:15 Experience with Prop Firms and Capital Allocation
21:22 Prop Firm Payout Issues and Lessons Learned
24:50 Advice for Struggling Traders
27:59 Simplicity, Discipline, and Screen Time
31:08 Mindset, Painful Lessons, and Personal Growth
35:03 Mindset Exercise for Traders
36:51 Final Thoughts
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
📈 Follow Cam's Trading:
🔗 https://t.me/+7DXVoqjqijowMWEx
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.

Aug 5, 2025 • 36min
309. $20K Payout Lost. What I Did Next Made Me 6 Figures – Feriano of Arcane Trades
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==== DYNAMIC TRADERS CLUB ======
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In this conversation, we sit down with Feriano—known online as “Arcane”—a full-time futures trader who's turned setbacks into six-figure success. From blowing his first big account to refining his strategy and mastering trading psychology,
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:00 How the $20K Account Was Lost
04:00 Turning Point: Adopting New Strategies and Mentorship
07:25 Advice for Aspiring Traders: Principles and Timing
13:40 Trading Frequency and Instrument Selection
15:16 Managing Funded and Personal Accounts, Scaling Up
17:24 Biggest Six-Figure Year and What Changed
19:41 Why New Traders Get Sucked Into Reversals
22:41 Continuous Improvement and Life Structure
27:46 Mentorship and Influences
30:27 Risk-Reward Preferences
32:59 Trade Management and Exit Strategy
34:40 Final Thoughts
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
📈 Follow Cam's Trading:
🔗 https://t.me/+7DXVoqjqijowMWEx
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.

Jul 22, 2025 • 30min
308. He Got $1 Million Funded at Apex… Then Said This
https://tradingnut.com/blake-robinson-2/ Blake's Links 👈
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==== DYNAMIC TRADERS CLUB ======
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I’m thrilled to welcome back professional trader Blake Robinson—and let me tell you, this conversation is packed with energy and insight! Blake dives into his incredible journey, from crushing it as a $700k funded trader to boldly stepping out on his own. He doesn’t just talk about charts and numbers—he gets real about the power of backtesting, mastering your emotions, and the mental game that separates winners from the rest.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:45 Understanding Amygdala Hijacking
06:09 Mapping Emotions & Emotional Inventory
13:59 Motivation & Delayed Gratification
16:18 Experience with Prop Firms & Going Independent
19:56 Transition from Forex to Futures
22:07 Timeframes & Session Planning
25:24 Risk/Reward Strategy
28:08 Blake’s Personal Challenge Approach
30:04 Episode Wrap-Up
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.

Jul 7, 2025 • 0sec
307. He Started Trading at 15… How Good Is He At 20? Philip Blom – Part 2
https://tradingnut.com/philip-blom/ Philip's Links 👈
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🏦 Get a 100% Deposit Bonus with Fx Broker BlackBull* https://tradingnut.com/BlackBullMarkets/
🏅 https://tradingnut.com/ApexTraderFunding/ - Recommended Futures Prop Firm - Save $$ Coupon: TRADINGNUT
==== DYNAMIC TRADERS CLUB ======
Get JJ's FREE Video & PDF - It'll Simplify Your Trading:
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Meet Philip Blom, who first captured our attention at just 15 years old with his viral video breaking down trading charts. Now, at 20, he’s back to share his journey, insights, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:10 Trading Journey & Lessons Learned
03:53 Advice for New Traders
07:05 Evolution of Trading Strategy
11:38 Understanding Confluence & Market Psychology
14:41 Entry, Take Profit, and Stop Loss Logic
18:10 Subjectivity in Trading
21:10 Advice for Developing Traders
25:01 Reducing Screen Time & Improving Outcomes
29:42 Personality Traits & Trading Success
33:46 Wrapping Up
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
📈 Follow Cam's Trading:
🔗 https://t.me/+7DXVoqjqijowMWEx
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up - at no extra cost to you.

Jun 22, 2025 • 47min
306. Your Strategy Works – You Just Don’t w/ Andre Diaz
https://tradingnut.com/andre-diaz/ - Andre's Links 👈
💵 https://tradingnut.com/BlueGuardian/ - SERIOUS FX & FUTURES PROP FIRM - Save 25% Coupon: TRADINGNUT
🏦 Get a 100% Deposit Bonus with Fx Broker BlackBull* https://tradingnut.com/BlackBullMarkets/
🏅 https://tradingnut.com/ApexTraderFunding/ - Recommended Futures Prop Firm - Save $$ Coupon: TRADINGNUT
==== DYNAMIC TRADERS CLUB ======
Get JJ's FREE Video & PDF - It'll Simplify Your Trading:
https://tradingnut.com/DynamicTradersClub/ 👈
==============================================
In this episode, I sit down with Miami-based trader Andre Diaz, and wow—his story is incredible! Andre takes us through his four-year adventure in live trading, sharing all the ups and downs along the way.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & Background
05:47 Learning & Early Struggles
11:56 Moving Out & Facing Real Life
15:28 Handling Disruptions to Routine
20:11 Advice for Traders with Limited Time
26:06 Risk Management & Trade Execution
30:21 Trade Management Rules
35:40 Roadmap Recap & Focus
40:08 Handling Major Setbacks
44:23 Future Goals & Perspective
46:49 Show Wrap-Up & Next Steps
==== CAM'S LINKS ======
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.