Joe's Happy Hour

Mike Webster, Senior Market Strategist at Investor’s Business Daily, delves into his extensive expertise in stock trading. He shares lessons learned from investing legend William O'Neil, emphasizing the need for flexibility, humility, and discipline in trading. Fascinating anecdotes from market history highlight enduring psychological traps like fear and greed. Webster discusses the importance of cutting losses and the power of generosity in trading, underscoring that helping others can lead to a more fulfilling financial journey.

Emily Compagno joins Joe Fahmy for a wide-ranging conversation filled with wisdom, wit, and behind-the-scenes stories. From balancing faith and pressure in the newsroom to the creation of her New York Times bestselling book Under His Wings, Emily shares insights from her time as an attorney, Fox News anchor, Raiders cheerleader, and podcast host. They dive into the psychology behind true crime, the power of resilience, the physical demands of live TV, the importance of service dogs, and a surprise story about a spilled coffee emergency moments before going on-air. Stay tuned for life lessons, comedy ambitions, and why her favorite phrase might just be “the husband did it.”00:00 – Emily Compagno Joins the Show00:25 – Accomplishments vs. Core Identity01:45 – How Emily Stays Happy & Grounded03:40 – Tools for Handling Stress On Air05:00 – Behind the Scenes at Fox News07:10 – Chaos of Live Broadcasting09:00 – Biggest On-Air Challenges11:15 – Public Speaking vs. Camera Work12:50 – Emily’s Fox True Crime Podcast14:30 – Real Stories from Survivors & Criminals16:20 – True Crime's Deeper Purpose17:15 – Legal Career vs. Media Career18:35 – Interviewing President Trump20:00 – Most Memorable Guests21:00 – The Notorious Art Forger Interview22:00 – Funniest On-Air Bloopers24:00 – Coffee Spill Emergency on Hannity25:20 – Emily’s Hidden Comedy Side26:30 – Will Joe & Emily Try Stand-Up?27:25 – Mentors Who Shaped Her Career29:10 – Emily’s Workout Routine & Fitness Philosophy31:25 – Nutrition, Protein & Apple Cider Vinegar Hacks33:10 – Thoughts on Longevity & Health Habits34:15 – Emily’s Book “Under His Wings”36:30 – Family Military Stories & Gold Star Mothers38:10 – Visiting Sadr City & Meeting U.S. Troops41:00 – Reuniting with Col. Tim Carter42:15 – Voices of Soldiers & Faith in Combat43:50 – Why the Book Became a NYT Bestseller45:15 – Future Books & Current Touring Life47:00 – K9 Hurricane Heroes Charity49:45 – A Bill to Help Retired Military Dogs51:30 – Final Advice for Viewers53:15 – Why Joe Fahmy Is the Ultimate Connector

Ep. 22 – AC/DC, Aerosmith & Life on Tour w/ Cosmo Wilson, Greg Howard & Brent FitzJoe sits down with three legendary road veterans—Cosmo Wilson, Greg Howard, and Brent Fitz—for a wild and heartfelt conversation about life behind the scenes of the biggest bands on Earth. From AC/DC and Aerosmith to Rolling Stones and Sheryl Crow, these guys have seen it all.They dive into tour life, tech setups, favorite cities, and how they stay grounded while traveling the globe.If you’ve ever been to a stadium concert—you’ve probably seen their work. This is the story behind the magic.⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro and guest lineup: Cosmo, Greg, Brant02:00 – What it’s like working with AC/DC and Aerosmith06:15 – Life behind the scenes: lights, guitars, sound10:30 – Cosmo on programming epic light shows14:00 – Greg explains tech differences between AC/DC and Sheryl Crow18:40 – Touring tech vs. musicianship: what's more stable?23:15 – Brent on personality, loyalty, and surviving the road28:00 – The referral economy: how tours actually get booked32:45 – Legendary mentors and professional growth36:10 – Favorite countries and dream retirement spots40:00 – Cosmo’s legendary “Berlin History Walk” and food guides45:30 – Balancing family life with full-time touring50:15 – Spouses, road realities, and unexpected home crises55:00 – Thoughts on Taylor Swift’s historic stadium tour59:00 – A magical Stones show and the joy of live music1:05:00 – Final reflections and heartfelt gratitudeIf you loved hearing what really happens behind the scenes on world tours, hit Like, Subscribe, and share your favorite part of the episode in the comments.Who’s one music tech or road warrior you’d love to see interviewed next?#JoesHappyHour #ACDC #Aerosmith #CosmoWilson #GregHoward #BrentFitz #RockAndRollLife #TourStories #LightingDesign #GuitarTech #LiveMusicLegends #MusicIndustryPodcast #BehindTheScenes

Joe reconnects with longtime friend and trader Tom Canfield for an open and emotional conversation about rediscovering purpose, the mental toll of trading, and the journey back to peace. Tom shares lessons from therapy, burnout, and how trading mirrors our deepest wounds.This one’s about more than the market—it’s about being human in the middle of it all.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro and welcoming Tom Canfield02:00 – Why Tom disappeared: burnout & breaking down05:00 – Trading vs. personal failure: the deeper emotional impact08:30 – Therapy for men & why it’s life-changing12:00 – Trading as self-reflection and identity trap15:00 – Ego, volatility, and how traders affect their families19:00 – Reclaiming balance: skiing, moving, living23:00 – Trading as fuel, not identity26:00 – The importance of self-talk and how to reshape it31:00 – Dealing with dysregulation and emotional overflow36:00 – Movement as medicine: how to reset after tough days40:00 – Learning to love yourself after 58 years of inner criticism44:00 – Detaching self-worth from daily P&L48:00 – Recognizing when to trade—and when not to52:00 – There is no “right way” to trade56:00 – Wisdom from Druckenmiller: junkie discipline59:00 – Final thoughts: family, faith, and what truly matters1:01:30 – Joe and Tom close out with love & respect

🎙️ Welcome to Joe’s Happy Hour – where markets and music collide. In this episode, Joe sits down with powerhouse music industry duo Kevin and Khloe Churko. From producing records for Ozzy Osbourne and Disturbed to managing royalties, artist egos, and even crypto mining rigs, this is a rare behind-the-scenes look at the business of music, the power of catalog ownership, and what it really takes to thrive in a rapidly shifting industry.🚫 This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute personalized investment advice.Chapters0:00 Intro & Disclaimer0:37 Meet Kevin and Khloe Churko1:18 Big-Name Artists They've Worked With2:07 Khloe's Role in the Music Business4:00 Becoming 'Collections Khloe'7:00 Family Dynamics in the Studio8:01 Kevin’s Path from Musician to Producer10:33 Working with Mutt Lange11:45 Breaking Out on His Own13:24 Building Long-Term Client Relationships15:06 Managing Egos & Artist Relationships16:30 Music Business Lessons from Khloe18:04 Songwriting Credit & Revenue Splits20:26 Writing Camps & Industry Practices23:20 Khloe on Business & Managing Royalties24:49 Producers: Performing & Writing Roles26:37 Producer Credit & Payment Structures29:05 How Musicians Make Money Today30:47 Impact of Streaming on the Industry33:12 The Rise of Singles Over Albums35:16 Letting the Audience Pick the Hits38:04 The Story Behind 'Sound of Silence'42:02 Label Response to the Cover44:04 Cover Song Licensing Rules47:03 What Happens When an Artist Dies47:34 Selling Music Catalogs49:01 Who Owns What: Masters vs Publishing50:45 Valuing a Music Catalog52:08 Pop vs Rock Longevity54:22 Who Buys Music Catalogs56:57 Catalog Analytics & Surprising Trends58:55 Advice to Aspiring Industry Pros1:00:48 Kevin’s Crypto Mining Journey1:02:57 Losing & Recovering Bitcoin1:07:01 Khloe’s Financial Philosophy1:09:12 Final Reflections on Balance & Passion

In this episode of Joe’s Happy Hour, Joe is joined by James and Marina—better known as Mind2Mind, the world-renowned mentalist duo. They dive deep into what it takes to build trust, connect on stage, and stay grounded while performing seemingly impossible feats of intuition and connection.From stories about vulnerability and performance pressure to reflections on silence, memory, and identity, this episode blends deep human insight with a touch of magic.Follow Mind2Mind on Instagram & TikTok: @mind2mindofficialTimestamps:00:00 - Intro & Disclaimer00:28 - Joe Introduces Mind2Mind01:03 - Live Mentalism Demo Begins02:01 - Reading Playing Cards Blindfolded02:40 - Describing Personal Items by Touch04:33 - More Object Readings & Personal Details06:00 - iPhone Battery Percentage Trick07:17 - Bank Card CVV Reveal07:54 - Official Interview Starts08:28 - Their Origin Story: Tinder to Duo09:37 - Marina Recognizes James from Magic Scene10:09 - Life in Dubai & Misconceptions11:25 - Theater Show vs. Corporate Gigs12:32 - Reactions to Their Show13:41 - Creating & Choreographing the Act15:31 - Practicing Mentalism Daily16:33 - Working & Living as a Couple18:15 - Performing for David Blaine19:17 - Vegas Magic Community20:44 - Mentorship from Jerry McCambridge24:31 - Performing for a Room Full of Mentalists26:32 - How They Watch Other Magicians' Shows28:03 - Preparing for the FISM “Olympics of Magic”30:53 - Stoicism & Passion Over Goal Obsession34:26 - Ukraine War: Marina’s Perspective36:37 - Funny On-Stage Stories & Mistakes38:42 - Trying Stand-Up Comedy40:56 - Passion for Music & Future Creative Goals42:22 - The Magic Castle Explained44:06 - Favorite Cities: NYC, London, Dubai47:42 - New York Stories & Comedy Clubs50:38 - Travel, Fans, & Food Around the World51:15 - Advice for Aspiring Magicians54:16 - Danger of Ego in Magic55:50 - Caring Less What Others Think56:54 - Closing Remarks & Gratitude

Join Joe Fahmy for a legendary episode of Joe’s Happy Hour featuring an all-star cast from the world of rock and radio.Joe sits down with Canadian rock veteran Derek Sharp (lead singer of The Guess Who), multi-instrumentalist and barista extraordinaire; Dean Baldwin, SiriusXM host and internet music commentator; and drummer Brent Fitz, who has rocked with legends like Slash and Aerosmith.This episode dives deep into the evolution and preservation of rock music, the cultural shifts in how we consume music, hilarious behind-the-scenes tour stories, and how younger generations are rediscovering vinyl and classic rock. The guests also unpack the recent legal drama surrounding The Guess Who band name and reflect on the changing economics of the music industry—including a passionate side discussion on coffee culture.Highlights Include:Is rock and roll really dead—or just evolving?The story behind the new era of The Guess Who.Tour tales: stage fights, power outages, and melted vinyl.Derek Sharp’s unlikely second life as a latte art master.Why live music still matters in a streaming-driven world.Whether you're a music nerd, classic rock devotee, or just love great storytelling, you don’t want to miss this conversation.Follow Our Guests:Derek Sharp (D#)Facebook - https://facebook.com/thedereksharpInstagram - @thedereksharpTwitter - @thedereksharpTikTok: - @thedereksharpYouTube - @thedereksharpSpotify - @thedereksharpApple Music - Derek Sharp and the Champagne Jam (https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/derek-sharp-and-the-champagne-jam/1786433980)Dean BaldwinWebsite: deanbaldwinmusic.comTikTok: @deanbaldwinofficialFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DeanBaldwinOfficialInstagram: @deanbaldwinofficialBrent FitzInstagram: @brentfitzTwitter: @brentfitz

📢 Welcome to Joe’s Happy Hour! This episode is all about the music industry, drumming, and the evolution of rock with two amazing guests – Brent Fitz, legendary drummer who has played with Slash, Gene Simmons, and more, and Brian Lund, trader, writer, and music enthusiast.✅ Why Are There No Great Rock Bands Anymore?✅ The Evolution of the Music Industry – How streaming & social media changed everything✅ The Art of Drumming – From technique to feel & musical influences✅ Behind the Scenes with Slash – How albums & tours come together✅ Lessons from Gene Simmons & KISS – The business & marketing of music✅ Taylor Swift’s $2B Eras Tour – The biggest tour ever & what it means for concerts00:00 - Introduction: Joe welcomes Brent Fitz & Brian Lund02:30 - Why aren’t there great rock bands anymore?07:00 - The impact of Spotify & digital music12:45 - Seeing drummers cover your work18:20 - Studio vs. live performance – what’s harder?25:30 - Inside Slash’s band – recording & touring32:10 - Gene Simmons & KISS – Business & music lessons40:00 - The Music Industry – Why some bands last & others don’t48:00 - Taylor Swift’s $2B tour & the future of concerts55:30 - What makes great drummers & musicians stand out?1:02:00 - Final thoughts on music, drumming, and rock's future🎧 Follow & Subscribe for more deep conversations on music, markets, and culture!🔗 Follow Joe, Brent & Brian:📩 [Insert Links to Socials & Websites]#Music #Rock #Drumming #BrentFitz #BrianLund #JoeFahmy #Podcast #TaylorSwift #GeneSimmons #Slash

📢 Welcome to Joe’s Happy Hour! This episode dives deep into trading psychology, market structure, and VWAP strategies with Brian Shannon, trader, author, and founder of AlphaTrends.net.✅ The Psychology of Trading – Overcoming FOMO, emotional biases & poor decision-making✅ VWAP & Anchored VWAP – How institutions use it & how traders can apply it✅ Risk Management – Why cutting losses is the key to long-term success✅ How Market Makers Operate – Insider look at price action & order flow✅ The Evolution of Trading – From brokers to algorithmic trading✅ Self-Publishing a Trading Book – What Brian learned from writing two bestsellers00:00 - Introduction: Joe welcomes Brian Shannon03:00 - Brian’s journey into trading & early career experiences08:45 - Risk management – The #1 reason traders fail12:30 - Brian’s biggest trading loss & key lessons learned18:15 - What is VWAP & how should traders use it?25:40 - How institutions control prices using VWAP35:20 - Common trading mistakes & how to avoid them42:10 - How to correctly use anchored VWAP50:30 - The process of writing a trading book & lessons learned1:02:00 - Final thoughts: Best advice for traders in 2024🎧 Follow & Subscribe for more in-depth discussions on trading, psychology, and financial markets!🔗 Follow Joe & Brian:📩 [Insert Links to Socials & Websites]#Trading #StockMarket #VWAP #BrianShannon #JoeFahmy #RiskManagement #Finance #PodcastTopics Discussed:Key Timestamps:

📢 Welcome to Joe’s Happy Hour! This episode is packed with deep insights into trading, market psychology, and personal finance with special guest Brian Lund—trader, writer, and creator of The Lund Loop.✅ The Psychology of Trading – Why emotions dictate success✅ Brian's Early Trading Wins & Mistakes (Including a crazy Adobe trade!)✅ The Evolution of a Trader – From wild bets to strategic risk management✅ Market Manipulation & Short Selling – What every trader should know✅ The Importance of Therapy for Traders – Overcoming mental roadblocks✅ The Future of Markets – 24/7 Trading & The Role of AI✅ Risk vs. Reward – How to think like a professional00:00 - Joe welcomes Brian Lund03:00 - How Brian got into trading – His first big wins & losses07:30 - Adobe Trade – Turning $800 into $8,000 in 90 days12:45 - The biggest trading mistakes & lessons learned18:20 - The Psychology of Trading – How mental blocks affect success22:40 - Why therapy is crucial for traders & investors30:15 - Brian’s trading strategy & market approach38:50 - Risk vs. Reward – How to structure smart trades45:00 - 24/7 Trading – Will markets ever stop?55:10 - How trading can be isolating and how to combat it1:02:00 - Final thoughts & advice for tradersBrian shares powerful personal experiences and hard-hitting lessons that every trader needs to hear!🎧 Follow & Subscribe for more market insights, trading psychology, and financial discussions!#Trading #Finance #Psychology #Investing #BrianLund #JoeFahmy #StockMarket #Podcast #RiskManagement