The AlphaMind Podcast

Steven Goldstein & Mark Randall
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The AlphaMind Podcast

Mastering trading is not about mastering markets but mastering yourself. The AlphaMind Podcast focuses on the 'Trader Self'. We look at the person doing the trading, their interactions with the market, the impact the market has on them, and the skills, actions and activities needed to navigate their way through the complex and uncertain terrain of financial, commodity, energy and crypto markets.

  1. #144 Tracy Gapin, MD: Enhancing Trading Performance Through Physiological Insights

    15H AGO

    #144 Tracy Gapin, MD: Enhancing Trading Performance Through Physiological Insights

    At the core of exceptional trading is the individual trader—you! While we diligently focus on the transactional elements of trading, such as market analysis and risk management, we often neglect the importance of optimizing ourselves to engage effectively with these aspects. In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked physiological dimension of trading with Dr. Tracy Gapin, founder and CEO of the Gapin Institute. As a leading expert in men's health and performance, Dr. Gapin specializes ...

    1h 9m
  2. #143 Rick Bandazian Jr: Mindset of a Sniper Trader

    APR 2

    #143 Rick Bandazian Jr: Mindset of a Sniper Trader

    In this episode of the AlphaMind Podcast, we sit down with Rick Bandazian, a seasoned event-driven trader who applies his own unique sniping style in the markets. With nearly 17 years of experience in eat-what-he-kills prop trading, Rick takes us on a journey through his trading philosophy, processes, and the mindset that has enabled his success. Originally hailing from the NJ/NYC area, Rick began his career as an investment banker at JPMorgan before being recruited as an event-driven analyst...

    1h 9m
  3. #142 Anna Fuhrmann: Turning Challenges into Stepping Stones for Trading Success

    MAR 12

    #142 Anna Fuhrmann: Turning Challenges into Stepping Stones for Trading Success

    In this episode, titled "Turning Challenges into Stepping Stones for Trading Success," we are thrilled to have Performance and Executive Coach Anna Fuhrmann as our guest. Anna shares her unique insights on how traders can transform the challenges they face into opportunities for growth and resilience. She delves into practical strategies for mastering the mental game of trading, emphasizing the importance of mindset, emotional regulation, and adaptability. In this episode Anna, shares i...

    1h 10m

  4. FEB 11

    #141 Mark Randall: Understanding Trading Intelligence: Exploring the Key Intelligences That Drive Success

    In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of "Intelligence in Trading." Join us as we explore the various forms of intelligence that traders leverage to navigate the complexities of the financial markets. From analytical intelligence, which involves critical thinking and data analysis, to emotional intelligence and elevated levels of self-awareness—essential for managing stress and building key relationships, notably the one you have with yourself and the one you hav...

    51 min
  5. #140 Steven Goldstein: Developing Yourself as a Trader

    JAN 20

    #140 Steven Goldstein: Developing Yourself as a Trader

    Everyone wants to achieve as much as possible with minimal effort and pain, often seeking "cheat codes." However, some realize that maximizing rewards requires working smarter and acknowledging that risk-taking involves discomfort. These individuals embrace, manage, and learn from risks rather than looking for shortcuts, making them more likely to succeed. When I started trading, I, too, wanted to gain without experiencing pain. Over the years and through many challenges, I learned that true ...

    42 min
  6. #139 Jason Shapiro: Don't Look Outwards, Look Inwards

    12/12/2024

    #139 Jason Shapiro: Don't Look Outwards, Look Inwards

    We welcome back the brilliant Jason Shapiro for the fourth time as a guest on the AlphaMind Podcast. Jason, a talented trader featured in Jack Schwager’s book ‘Unknown Market Wizards,’ where he is famously known as 'the contrarian,' always has powerful and deeply insightful views on the art and challenges of trading. In this episode, he generously shares insights into his unique trading philosophy, illuminating the nuanced approach that distinguishes him in the trading landscape. In this epis...

    1h 3m
  7. #138 Peter Burditt: Transforming Trader Mindsets Through The Power of Ruthless Compassion

    11/26/2024

    #138 Peter Burditt: Transforming Trader Mindsets Through The Power of Ruthless Compassion

    Peter Burditt is a pioneer of Executive Coaching in the Hedge Fund and Investment industry, leveraging a successful career as a corporate strategist at a major investment bank and board-level experience, with over 30 years working as an Executive Coach with some of the world's most senior trading and investment professionals. As a coach he works with key decision-makers and risk-takers at all levels, employing a coaching style marked by deep compassion and challenging inquiry. This approach ...

    1 hr
  8. #137 Chris Vermeulen: A Technical Approach to Trading & Investing

    11/05/2024

    #137 Chris Vermeulen: A Technical Approach to Trading & Investing

    Join us for an engaging episode as we delve into the world of investing with Chris Vermeulen, a seasoned financial expert with over 25 years of experience. Chris challenges conventional investing wisdom by advocating an innovative approach he calls Asset Revesting. This method empowers investors to achieve higher returns, lower drawdowns, and even profit during bear markets by owning only assets that are rising in value. Chris is the founder of TheTechnicalTraders.com, a platform offering Ass...

    1h 6m
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    Mastering trading is not about mastering markets but mastering yourself. The AlphaMind Podcast focuses on the 'Trader Self'. We look at the person doing the trading, their interactions with the market, the impact the market has on them, and the skills, actions and activities needed to navigate their way through the complex and uncertain terrain of financial, commodity, energy and crypto markets.

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    • Creator
      Steven Goldstein & Mark Randall
    • Years Active
      2019 - 2025
    • Episodes
      144
    • Rating
      Explicit
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      © 2025 The AlphaMind Podcast
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