The TradePod Podcast
Welcome to TradePod – where we bring you real, raw trading conversations that cut through the noise. Our platform shares the untold stories of traders pushing boundaries, their insights, and lessons learned over decades. Whether you’re a pro or just starting your journey, TradePod offers an immersive look into the markets through the eyes of those who live and breathe them. We’re here to shake things up and want you to be a part of it. So pull up a seat, hit subscribe, and join us for the ride – let’s redefine the conversation on trading together.
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Friday Sep 13, 2024
Friday Sep 13, 2024
David Lyon is the Founder and CEO of e-Algo®, a quantitative research, development, and trading firm specializing in global FX markets, commodities, stocks, oil & gas, gold, minerals, and biotech.
e-Algo® has been operating for over a decade and has transacted $3.1 billion in the $7.5+ trillion-per-day global FX market.
Lyon's company leverages advanced quantitative models and robust risk management strategies to enhance profitability while identifying real-time trading opportunities.
David has 30+ years of experience in the financial markets, having worked in roles ranging from managing hedge funds to developing proprietary software platforms for multi-asset trading. In addition to his work with e-Algo®, Lyon has founded multiple other ventures, including schools and financial service organizations. He has a long-standing history of innovation in trading strategies and financial technology.
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Daniel Hass is a veteran in the finance industry. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in FX and interest rates, offering insights on the Israeli fixed-income market to international clients, including banks, hedge funds, and sovereign wealth funds. His expertise spans not only financial markets but also geopolitical issues affecting them. Having spent nearly three decades at Bank Hapoalim, Daniel has cultivated strong relationships with many buy-side participants, whom he considers close friends.
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Uriel Zilberman is an experienced investment manager at Shine Global Family Office. Throughout his successful career, he has overseen billions of shekels in assets. With over a decade of experience managing mutual funds and corporate and government bonds, as well as working with high-net-worth clients, Uriel shared his insights on bond allocation. He discussed how he navigates the balance between risk and return in today's volatile market environment. Additionally, we explored the decision-making process involved in choosing between corporate and government bonds and the key indicators that shape his investment decisions.
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Shmuel is an Executive Director of Fintech.IL, and he is a key figure in Israel's fintech ecosystem. He has over two decades of leadership experience in the financial technology sector.
We engaged in a discussion to enhance our grasp of the fintech ecosystem in Israel.
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Derrick Oldensmith is a senior trader and registered principal at T3 Trading Group, LLC, and brings over 14 years of experience to the table. Throughout his tenure at T3 Trading, Derrick has honed his skills in equities and has become a leading expert in the field. Over the years, he has successfully managed a team of 100+ traders, dedicating his time to mentoring and guiding them, helping them navigate this not-so-easy world of trading in the financial markets.
PODCAST LINKS:
Derrick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-oldensmith-2922b310/
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Sunday Aug 25, 2024
Sunday Aug 25, 2024
Van Loven Abbu is a versatile professional with a diverse career spanning education, financial trading, and project management. As a licensed professional teacher, he spent nearly a decade honing his expertise within one of the top private school networks in the Philippines.
Despite initial challenges in entering the financial market, his perseverance and commitment led him to connect with elite mentors, who played a crucial role in sharpening his financial analysis skills. This mentorship and determination propelled him to transition from traditional education to focusing on trading, training, and empowering others through financial literacy to enhance their lives significantly.
PODCAST LINKS:
Van Loven's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/van-loven-abbu/
FTH Club: https://fthclub.com/
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Sunday Aug 25, 2024
Sunday Aug 25, 2024
Pedro FS is an experienced trader, mentor, and analyst with over a decade of experience in the financial markets. Pedro has a rich background in trading across a wide range of markets, including Forex, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. He is the founder of PFS Traders, a private trading community where he helps serious traders achieve consistent profitability. He has also coached over 250 traders, guiding them to success by focusing on performance metrics and accountability.
PODCAST LINKS:
Pedro's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedr0fs/
Pedro's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/pedrofs
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Friday Aug 16, 2024
Friday Aug 16, 2024
With over 40 years of experience, Steve has been at the forefront of trading stocks, futures, and currencies since his career at the American Stock Exchange in 1983. From his early days on the New York Stock Exchange to his time on the COMEX and Chicago Board of Trade, Steve has navigated the complexities of the financial world.
In the 90s, he transitioned into a successful day trader, moving billions of shares and managing capital for family offices. In 2005, he founded his firm, developing software for market analysis, identifying trends, and guiding traders with precision.
Top media outlets like Forbes, MarketWatch, Bloomberg, and CNBC have sought his insights, and he’s shared his wisdom with millions on YouTube.
Today, Steve is the co-founder of TradeEZ, which allows him to continue generating high-alpha trading ideas. He uses his proprietary charting software to forecast market movements.
PODCAST LINKS:
Steve's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StephenKalayjianYouTube
Steve's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephen_kalayjian01/
Steve's X: https://x.com/SteveKalayjian
Steve's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkalayjian/
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Harsh is a seasoned trader and fund manager currently based in Dubai. His extensive background in Forex, commodities, and indices trading, coupled with his management of a substantial $200K proprietary account at FTMO Trading, speaks volumes about his expertise. With a BBA in Finance from Manipal University Dubai and a career that spans roles such as Technical Forex and Commodities Trader, Proprietary Trader at Dubai's first trading floor, and Operations Accountant at Hellmann Worldwide Logistics.
Beyond his professional achievements, Harsh is also passionate about mentoring aspiring traders and helping them navigate the complexities of the financial markets.
PODCAST LINKS:
Harsh's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harsh-chowdhary/
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Daniel is currently the Managing Director at Opus Momentus, a financial services company involved in trading and investment management. He has a rich industry background, with over a decade of experience trading derivatives and managing financial portfolios.
Our conversation assured us he is a genuine and honest professional you can trust.
PODCAST LINKS:
Daniel's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-y-mo/
Daniel's Website: https://www.opusmomentus.com/
PODCAST INFO:
Podcast Website: https://itsofficialtradepod.podbean.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hquw3DVgkeOIVM4qw8Oft
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2aadeb57-5ddd-4d48-b12b-475c9e64a55c
RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/itsofficialtradepod/feed.xml
Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPRYYFPCHwyN2WybM3OntBzHBX8OEq3Yf
SOCIAL:
Alen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alenkrotov/
Afek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afek-shusterman/