Talking Trading | Australian Sharemarket Strategies, Education & Trading Psychology
This weekly podcast, hosted by best-selling author and sharemarket educator Louise Bedford, helps time-poor traders build a calm, repeatable approach to trading the Australian sharemarket. Episodes cover practical trading psychology, risk management, and sharemarket strategies for both beginners and advanced traders. The show aims to reduce confusion and emotional decision-making, providing a structured path to trading with confidence.
Episodes
What Happens to Your Money When You Die?
You’ve built it. You’ve protected it. But will your family know where it is, who gets it - and how to access it?What happens to your shares, brokerage accounts, superannuation and investment portfolio when you die?Having a will might seem like the obvious answer. But estate planning for traders and investors can become considerably more complicated when assets are held through superannuation, comp
Want to Trade Full-Time? Build Something You Can Sustain | Trading Discipline
Everyone notices the freedom of full-time trading. Few notice the years of discipline that built it. In this encore episode, former nurse Helen Jones reveals how consistency, resilience and a sustainable process changed the direction of her life.-------------------------------Still trading on gut feel? That’s not strategy — that’s gambling. And it’s why most traders stay broke.Get my Trading Made
The Next Bear Market Won’t Look Like the Last One – And Most Traders Aren’t Ready
Bear markets are inevitable in the sharemarket - but the next one may look very different from the last. In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford explains why many investors prepare for the wrong type of crisis and how traders can stay calm, disciplined, and strategic when markets turn volatile.Louise explores how structural shifts - including higher interest rates, the rise of ETFs and
Why Do You Keep Making the Same Trading Mistakes? | Trading Psychology
Your Financial DNA: Why You Keep Making the Same Investing MistakesWhy do smart investors keep making the same investing mistakes?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with behavioural finance pioneer Hugh Massie to explore why understanding your own Financial DNA may be more valuable than finding the perfect investing strategy.Most traders and investors spend years studying
Why High-Probability Trading Has Nothing to Do With Prediction
Most traders believe success comes from predicting the market.Professional traders know that consistency comes from structure, not forecasts.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford is joined by professional trader and trading coach Ross Maxwell to explain why high-probability trading has nothing to do with being right — and everything to do with risk, behaviour, and repeatable decision-
The Psychology of Dividends: Why Growth Investors Sleep Better
Why do some investors remain calm during market volatility while others constantly react to every price movement?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford interviews Jonathan Nurick about the psychology behind dividend investing and why focusing on dividend growth instead of daily share prices may help investors make better long-term decisions.Together they explore dividend investing, beh
Why Smart Investors Make Dumb Decisions
Why do intelligent investors repeatedly make irrational decisions with their money?In this special simulcast episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford and Australian property investment expert Michael Yardney explore the cognitive biases that quietly influence traders, property investors and long-term investors alike.Together, they unpack five powerful behavioural biases:Confirmation biasLoss ave
The 5 Mindset Shifts Every Trader Must Make To Win Consistently
Most traders don’t fail because of bad charts.They fail because of the beliefs driving their decisions.In this solo episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford breaks down the five mindset shifts that separate inconsistent traders from those who trade with clarity, discipline, and confidence.This isn’t motivational talk. It’s practical trading psychology - the kind that directly affects risk manage
The 7 Traders Who Changed My Life
After 36 years trading the markets, which traders and mentors still influence Louise Bedford today?In this personal solo episode of Talking Trading, Louise reveals the seven people who transformed the way she thinks about trading: Jesse Livermore, Stan Weinstein, Nicolas Darvas, Steve Nison, Ed Seykota, Van Tharp and Dr Harry Stanton.Each contributed a different piece of the puzzle. Trading psycho
Why Most Traders Never Make It: The Missing Link Between Method, Mind and Money
Most traders think they need a better strategy.Robert van Eyden believes they're solving the wrong problem.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with trader, author, and Scope Prime South Africa CEO Robert van Eyden to explore why so many intelligent traders struggle to achieve consistent results in the Australian sharemarket and beyond.Drawing on more than 30 years in
Why Your Process Matters More Than Your Predictions
Most traders believe success stems from accurately predicting the market, but the real edge lies in having a reliable process.In this episode, Louise sits down with Diana Perkins – Founder and CEO of Trading with Diana – to explore why a clear structure beats clever predictions every time.Diana has spent her career helping professionals, advisors and organisations make better decisions under press
How to Create Consistency in Your Trading - Discipline Isn’t Willpower
Why do so many traders understand what to do – but struggle to do it consistently?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with Robb Reinhold, Head Trader at Maverick Trading and host of the Trading Psychology Podcast, to unpack the real drivers of discipline and long-term trading performance.This conversation goes beyond motivation and willpower. Robb explains why discipline f
Impulse vs Discipline: Why Most Traders Lose the Battle BEFORE They Hit Buy
Most trading mistakes don’t happen on the chart.They happen in the moments before you place the trade.In this episode of Talking Trading, psychologist and trading mindset specialist Dr David Bonanno explains why discipline breaks down under pressure, and why knowing your rules is never enough. Drawing on 30+ years in mental health and work with over 17,000 clients, David reveals how adrenaline, fe
Trading Psychology: Rewiring Your Money Personality for Market Success
Your trading results aren’t just about charts and systems - they’re about you. Your wiring. Your personality.In this second part of her 2-part Trading Personality series, Louise Bedford explores the Thinker and Relater trader types, and how your money personality shapes every trading decision you make.You’ll discover:A quick recap of the ready-reckoner quiz to identify your trading style.Highlight
Is Your Personality Helping or Hurting Your Trading? | Trading Psychology
Are you trading against your own personality without even realising it?In this first part of her 2-part Trading Personality series, Louise Bedford explores the Director and Socialiser trader types, showing you how your wiring influences every trading decision you make.You’ll discover:A quick ready-reckoner quiz to identify your trading style.Why you can have one primary personality and a secondary
Trading in the AI Age: Adapt or Get Left Behind
Artificial intelligence is transforming the trading world at extraordinary speed - but what does that actually mean for everyday retail traders?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with trading coach Brian McAboy to explore one of the most important questions facing modern traders: Will AI make you a better trader… or leave you behind?AI is already changing how traders anal
Your Trading Is Exposing You: What Your Decisions Reveal | Trading Psychology
What happens when pressure strips away the polished version of who you think you are?In this powerful episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with mindset strategist Rebekah King for a deeply personal conversation about trading psychology, fear, resilience, self-sabotage, and emotional discipline.Because the biggest risks in trading are not always in the market.Sometimes they’re in yo
ETFs vs Shares: The Truth Every Beginner Trader Must Know
Should beginner traders put their money into ETFs or shares?It’s one of the first, and most confusing, questions new traders face. In this episode, Louise Bedford breaks it down, defines the key terms, and gives you the specific strategies you need to excel.You’ll discover:The single biggest risk when trading ETFs that most beginners completely overlook.How the Kelly Principle can protect you from
AI Without the Hype: What Traders ACTUALLY Need to Know
AI is everywhere – but for most traders, it’s hard to know what’s genuinely useful and what’s just noise.In this episode, I speak with award-winning author and AI strategist Tracy Sheen about how to navigate the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence without losing your head (or your trading edge). Tracy makes complex tech feel human, accessible, and surprisingly practical.We dive into how m
Budget Shock: What Share Traders Need to Know Now
The latest Federal Budget has rattled many Australian investors - but what does it actually mean for share traders, investors, and people building wealth through the markets?In this important episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with financial experts Brenton Ellis and Claire Williams from The Gild Group to unpack the tax changes, superannuation strategies, and hidden financial tra
Share Price Charts Made Simple: How Buyers and Sellers Drive the Australian Sharemarket
Many traders look at charts and feel overwhelmed. Too many lines. Too many indicators. Too little clarity.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford strips chart reading back to its core purpose: understanding buyer and seller behaviour in the Australian sharemarket.Price charts aren’t random. They record conviction, hesitation, momentum, and panic. When you learn how to read them properly
Breaking Trading Myths: From Refugee to Freedom Trader
Breaking Trading Myths: From Refugee to Freedom Trader | Terry TranWhat if the biggest thing holding your trading back isn’t the market – but the beliefs you’ve been carrying for years?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with Terry Tran, founder of The Freedom Trader, for a powerful conversation about the myths that quietly sabotage traders long before they place a trade.T
Volatile Markets, Political Noise: How Smart Traders Stay in Control
What should you do when markets are volatile, headlines are constant, and political events seem to be driving the price action?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford is joined by Jason McIntosh to explore how traders can stay disciplined and focused in uncertain conditions.From geopolitical events to political influence on markets, this conversation breaks down what actually matters fo
The 5 Mega Trends Moving Markets: How Traders Can Read the Big Picture
Markets don’t move in isolation. Behind every breakout, consolidation, and trend lies a powerful global force shaping price action.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford is joined by Philippe Gijsels, Chief Strategy Officer at BNP Paribas Fortis and co-author of The New World Economy in 5 Trends, to explore the five mega trends influencing global markets – and what they mean for trader
Risk Management for Traders: How to Protect Your Capital in the Australian Sharemarket
Risk management is the difference between traders who last... and traders who disappear.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford breaks down two core risk management tools that professional traders rely on to protect capital and improve long-term performance in the Australian sharemarket.Rather than focusing on predictions or stock picks, this episode shows you how structure, discipline,
How Scammers Target Traders: The $2 Billion Wake-Up Call for Australians
Scams are costing Australians billions each year, and traders are among the most attractive targets. As soon as money is involved, scammers follow.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford is joined by cyber and financial investigations specialist Jacob Griffiths to unpack how modern scams actually operate. These are no longer obvious emails or clumsy phone calls. Today’s scams are person
ASX Trading as a Couple: From Overwhelmed to Clarity and Better Decisions
Can trading as a couple strengthen your relationship… or quietly break it down?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with John and Janina Black to explore the real experience of building trading skills side by side, from being overwhelmed and second-guessing… to clarity, structure, and better decisions.There’s a point in this conversation where John and Janina describe the m
Why Working Harder Won’t Make You Wealthy (And What Will)
Are you working harder… but not getting ahead?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with property expert and wealth strategist Michael Yardney to explore a powerful shift in thinking - why trading time for money will only take you so far, and what you need to do instead to build real wealth.This conversation goes beyond productivity tips. It challenges the belief that more h
Risk, Rules, and Resilience: How Championship Traders Think
Today’s guest is Vibha Jha, a two-time runner-up in the US Investing Championship, who once experienced a crushing 70% loss in a particular position. Now she achieves triple-digit returns by trading leveraged ETFs like TQQQ.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by volatile markets, doubted your rules, or let emotions derail your trades – this episode is for you.Here are 3 reasons to stick around for the
Trading Psychology, Systems and Technology: What Really Creates an Edge
Most traders focus on charts and indicators, but long-term success in the Australian sharemarket depends on far more than technical signals.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford is joined by Wall Street veteran Eddie Z, who brings nearly four decades of experience across multiple market cycles. Eddie shares what surviving the crashes of 2000, 2008, and 2020 taught him about trading ps
The Confident Trader: Why Self-Trust Is Your Real Edge
Most traders don’t struggle because they lack knowledge.They struggle because they don’t trust themselves when it matters.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford unpacks the real source of trading confidence – not bravado, not certainty, and not pretending you know what the market will do next, but self-trust: the quiet confidence that allows clean execution under pressure.If you’ve eve
Blockchain Explained Without the BS: What Traders Actually Need to Know
Blockchain is everywhere in the headlines, but separating signal from noise can feel exhausting.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with blockchain investment expert Mitch Mechigian to explain blockchain in plain English.Together, they unpack what the technology actually does, why it matters beyond Bitcoin, and how professional investors are approaching digital assets with
The Hidden Cost of Doing Nothing in the Sharemarket (Trading vs Investing)
If you’re learning ASX trading or sharemarket investing in Australia, one of the biggest questions beginners face is how to trade like a professional.Many beginners think sitting on the sidelines is safe.But in the sharemarket, the cost of doing nothing can quietly destroy your wealth. Inflation erodes savings, opportunities pass by, and uncertainty keeps people from getting started.In this episo
Turning Fear into Fuel: Trading Psychology and the Courage to Succeed
Fear. It can freeze you… or it can forge you.In this deeply personal episode, Louise Bedford sits down with Anne Wicking and Jo Wiese from What’s Fear Got to Do With It? to explore how fear shapes who we become - in life, and in trading.From a childhood marked by poverty and addiction, to health crises that stole her voice and nearly her future, Louise opens up like never before. She shares the pi
Trading Psychology Foundations: Building the Right Mindset from Day One
Trading isn’t just about charts, strategies, or indicators - it’s about how you think, feel, and respond when the pressure is on.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford explores the psychological foundations that underpin long-term trading success. From self-sabotage and money beliefs to handling losses and staying mentally steady, this conversation focuses on the inner skills every tra
2026 Trading Reset: Why Waiting Hurts More Than a Loss
The summer break is over. The routines are back. And if you want 2026 to be different in your trading, it starts with one thing: follow-through.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford tackles one of the biggest performance blockers for traders - hesitation. Not the kind that keeps you safe, but the kind that keeps you small: waiting for certainty, delaying decisions, and watching opport
Share Trading for Beginners in Australia: Charts, Risk & How to Start on the ASX
Getting started with share trading in Australia can feel overwhelming... especially when you’re not sure who to trust or where to begin.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford walks you through the core foundations every beginner trader needs to start safely and build confidence in the Australian sharemarket.This is a practical, plain-English guide designed to help you understand how tr
The Silent Killer of Algo Trading: Why Your Trading System Fails in Real Markets
Algorithmic trading promises consistency, discipline, and freedom from emotion - but for many traders, reality looks very different.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford is joined by systematic trading expert Adrian Reid to uncover the silent killer behind so many underperforming algo trading systems: human psychology.You might have a well-built algorithm. The logic is solid. The back
Australian Sharemarket Wrap & How to Start Strong in 2026
This is the final Talking Trading episode of 2025 — and it’s designed to help you finish the year clear-headed and step into 2026 with purpose.First, Chris Tate delivers his 2025 Australian sharemarket wrap, cutting through the noise to explain what actually worked, what failed, and the major trends that shaped the year. If you’re trading in Australia, this segment will help you understand where t
From Beginner to Full-Time Trader: Rose Hetherington’s Triple-Digit Trading Journey
What does it really take for you to go from a beginner trader to trading full-time with confidence?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with Rose Hetherington, a Hobart-based trader who started with limited sharemarket experience and went on to build triple-digit returns through disciplined, rules-based trading. Rose now has 11 shares showing gains of more than 100%, has re
Is the Success Tax Secretly Costing You Profits?
Are you unknowingly paying the success tax – the hidden cost that drains your focus, slows your decision-making, and quietly eats into your trading profits?In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford explores Dr Kristy Goodwin’s research into digital burnout, cognitive overload, and the performance traps many high achievers fall into without realising it – especially when trading in today’s
All-Weather Stocks: Smart Strategy or Market Myth? | Australian Sharemarket Investing
Are “all-weather” stocks real – or just a comforting story investors tell themselves? In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford speaks with Rudi Filapek-Vandyck, one of Australia’s most respected sharemarket analysts, to unpack what true resilience in a stock really looks like.You’ll hear the biggest mistakes investors make when chasing so-called safe stocks, why some companies hold up in
Smart But Broke: Why Highly Intelligent Investors Still Fail
You’ve done the courses. You’ve read the books. You’ve built the spreadsheets. So why aren’t your trading results matching your potential?In this powerful episode of Talking Trading, psychologist and trading mindset expert Linda Miller joins Louise Bedford to reveal why even the most intelligent investors can underperform in the markets.We dig into the hidden psychological traps that derail smart
Why Relationships for Traders Matter More Than You Think
The emotional cost of ambition in the Australian sharemarketIn this episode of Talking Trading, I sit down with author and high-performance coach Andy Reid to explore a blind spot many traders ignore: the impact of ambition on your closest relationships.If you’ve ever pushed too hard, worked too long, or chased results at the expense of the people who matter most, this conversation is for you. We
The 3 Hidden Forces Holding Traders Back | Australian Sharemarket Mindset, Trading Psychology
🎧 How to Overcome Heart, Head, and HabitIf your trading results aren’t matching your potential, it’s probably not your strategy – it’s your psychology.In this week’s Talking Trading episode, I unpack a breakthrough framework from NYU researcher Adam Alter that reveals the three hidden forces shaping every trader’s performance – Heart, Head, and Habit.You’ll learn how emotional bias, overthinking,
Think Like a Pro Trader: The Mindset & System Secrets Behind Consistent Wins
Most traders focus on charts, patterns, and entries — but the real edge lies between your ears.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford talks with Gabriel Grammatidis, a globally respected trading coach and systems expert, about the psychological frameworks that separate consistent traders from emotional ones.Discover how elite traders: 🧠 Build mental resilience and confidence under pres
From Rocks to Riches: Geologist Mark Dugmore’s 90% Trading Year
Most traders dream of pulling 90% in a single year - but geologist-turned-trader Mark Dugmore actually did it. In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford dives into how Mark transformed his analytical skills from the mining industry into the Australian sharemarket, and the precise trading habits that powered his success.You’ll discover:How Mark achieved a 90% return using disciplined techn
Why Most Traders Fail: The Hidden Danger of a Scarcity Mindset
Most traders don’t fail because of bad strategies — they fail because of how they think. If you’ve ever felt like every trade has to work, you might be trapped in a scarcity mindset - one that fuels fear, doubt, and hesitation every time you enter the market.In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford talks with mindset expert Rik Schnabel about how to escape the mental traps
How to Think Like a Wall Street Pro | Australian Sharemarket Trading Psychology
Why do most traders lose money while a few consistently win? In this episode of Talking Trading, Australian trading mentor Louise Bedford speaks with Robert Mennella, a Wall Street veteran with over 30 years of trading experience, to uncover the habits and mindset that separate winning traders from the rest.You’ll learn how to develop your trading edge, control emotions under pressure, and avoid t
Trading Discipline Made Simple: Build Consistent Profits in the Australian Sharemarket
Do you keep jumping in and out of trades, second-guessing your decisions, and wondering why consistency feels impossible? You’re not alone. In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford speaks with Frank De Jong, who broke free from the exhausting cycle of FOMO trading and found clarity, confidence, and financial freedom through structured systems.Once overwhelmed and stuck, Fr
The High-Energy Trader: How to Stay Focused and Resilient in Volatile Markets | Australian Sharemarket Psychology
Feeling mentally drained and struggling to stay sharp at the screen? Fatigue is one of the biggest silent killers of trading performance. When your energy crashes, your focus fades, and small mistakes start costing you big profits.In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford teams up with high-performance expert Simon Kearney to reveal how Australian traders can recognise hidd
She Nearly Lost Everything in the GFC - Then Turned a Single Trade into Millions | Trading Psychology, Australian Sharemarket
What would you do if you lost everything? In this powerful episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford talks with Michelle Coomey, who went from devastating losses during the Global Financial Crisis to building open profits in the millions through disciplined Index Trading and unshakeable trading psychology.Michelle reveals the emotional toll of losing big — the self-doubt, fear, and
Timing the Market, Trading Tuition Fees, and the AI Edge – 25 Years of Sharemarket Lessons with Heather Cullen
After 25 years of trading in the Australian sharemarket, Heather Cullen has seen it all – the wins, the losses, and the hype. In this episode of Talking Trading, Heather shares the real lessons that matter for traders who want long-term success:When timing the market can actually work (and when it doesn’t).How so-called “tuition fees” – painful trading losses – can become your greatest teacher.The
Market Wrap - Tariff Shock, ASX Crash, Rally & Breakout - Who’s Leading the Charge? | Australian Sharemarket Education, Trading Psychology, Sharemarket Investing
The Australian sharemarket has been on a wild ride, with the April tariff shock still rattling investors. In this week’s Talking Trading podcast, Chris Tate breaks down the ASX crash, the rally that followed, and the breakout stocks and sectors now leading the charge.If you’re trading in Australia and want to sharpen your edge, this episode gives you practical insights into sharemarket investing,
From Rural GP to Confident Trader: Sandra’s Surprising Second Act |Australian Sharemarket and Trading Psychology
She spent decades making critical decisions as a rural GP 👩⚕️. But when it came to the Australian sharemarket, she felt completely out of her depth.Overwhelmed and unsure where to begin, Dr Sandra Zeeman knew one thing: she didn’t want to drift into retirement without purpose.What happened next? She discovered the power of trading psychology, built a trading plan, and developed the confidence to
Midlife Money & Meaning: Why Your 40s, 50s and 60s Could Be Your Prime Financial Years - with Michael Yardney.
Think it’s too late to build wealth or find purpose? Think again.In this candid episode, Louise Bedford sits down with property investment expert Michael Yardney to explore why your midlife years can be the perfect time to create financial security and meaning.Discover how to:Take control of your money and your mindsetAvoid the biggest financial mistakes people make in midlifeDesign the next chapt
AI Meets Trading: The Smart Trader’s Shortcut | AI in trading and sharemarket education
Discover how to automate your trading in the Australian sharemarket without losing control.In this episode of Talking Trading, I share the one thing traders should never use AI for – and it may surprise you. You’ll hear how smart automation can support your trading psychology, protect your capital, and help you focus on high-quality trades.Whether you’re just starting out with sharemarket investin
3 Keys to Making Million-Dollar Profits | Sharemarket Investing & Trading Mentor Program
Are you sitting on untapped trading potential because you’re wired for numbers? In this episode of Talking Trading, chartered accountant-turned-trader JC reveals how he went from analysing balance sheets to generating consistent sharemarket returns. Discover his systematic trading strategies for US equities, stock indices, and commodities, and how the Mentor Program helped him master process-driv
Death by Comfort: Break the Cycle | Trading Psychology & Sharemarket Investing
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with Paul Taylor, resilience expert and former British Royal Navy Officer, to explore how comfort zones can hold traders back.Modern life is making us some of the most overweight, stressed, and distracted adults in history — and trading is no exception. Paul shares practical strategies to build mental toughness and improve your trading p
The Resilient Trader: How to Stay Disciplined and Mentally Strong in Volatile Markets
Feeling exhausted by the ups and downs of trading? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford talks with Dr Kay Bretz, ultramarathoner and mindset expert, about how to overcome trading burnout, emotional fatigue, and inconsistency in the Australian sharemarket.You’ll learn how to build resilience, develop discipline, and stay mentally strong through market volatility — just
Your Trading DNA: How Fixed Traits Shape Your Success | Trading Psychology & Sharemarket Investing
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with market strategist Henry Jennings to explore how your unique trading DNA — the fixed personality traits you bring to the table — can impact your success in the Australian sharemarket.Henry shares practical strategies to help you understand and harness your natural strengths, assess your trading capabilities, and improve your trading
Trading Secrets from a Market Wizard: Insights with Linda Raschke | Sharemarket Trading & Trading Psychology
In this Talking Trading episode, Louise Bedford welcomes legendary trader Linda Raschke to share her expert insights on managing the emotional highs and lows of sharemarket trading.Linda reveals practical strategies to help traders in Australia and beyond maintain discipline and thrive in volatile market conditions.If you want to learn from a true Market Wizard and strengthen your trading psycholo
How AI Will Impact Traders: The Truth from a Tech Insider with Dr Kendra Vant | Trading in Australia & Sharemarket Trading
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with AI expert Dr Kendra Vant to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of trading.Is your trading edge at risk, or are there new opportunities emerging? Discover what’s real versus hype and how traders in Australia and beyond can adapt to this rapidly changing landscape.If you want to stay ahead in sharemarket tradi
The $91K Wake-Up Call: Trading Lessons That Built a Career | Trading Mentor Program & Sharemarket Trading
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford talks with Michael Katz about how losing $91,000 in just three days became the catalyst for building a successful global prop trading firm.Michael shares the essential risk management tactics, mindset shifts, and lessons learned that helped him turn his trading career around.If you’re interested in how funded traders grow their portfolios without
How Your Money Personality Impacts Trading Success | Trading Psychology & Sharemarket Investing
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford chats with Philippa Hunt about the crucial role your money personality plays in shaping your trading results.Learn how understanding your unique financial behaviour can unlock new levels of trading and investing success and boost your confidence in navigating the Australian sharemarket.If you want to improve your trading psychology and make smarte
Fear Is Costing You Profits: How to Trade with Courage and Confidence | Australian Sharemarket Psychology
Is fear stopping you from taking the trades you know you should? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford sits down with Dr Amy Silver, author of The Loudest Guest, to explore how fear impacts decision-making and confidence in the Australian sharemarket.You’ll learn practical mindset tools to manage fear, strengthen emotional resilience, and stay calm under pressure, even
Overcome Your Trading Obstacles | Trading Psychology & Trading Mentor Program
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford talks with David Pasqualone about how the obstacles traders face can actually become powerful growth opportunities.David shares inspiring stories and practical strategies to help you overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve your trading goals in the Australian sharemarket.If you’re looking to strengthen your trading psychology and want i
How to Keep Going When You Want to Quit: Essential Mindset Hacks for Traders | Trading Psychology & Australian Sharemarket
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with Paralympian Don Elgin to uncover mindset hacks that help traders push through setbacks and stay motivated.Don shares powerful lessons from his own journey overcoming challenges, showing how traders in Australia can apply these strategies to build resilience and thrive despite market volatility.If you want to strengthen your trading
Fear, Focus, and Trading Success with Craig Harper | Trading Psychology & Sharemarket Investing
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford talks with high-performance coach Craig Harper about overcoming fear, distractions, and self-doubt in the markets.Craig shares proven strategies to help traders in Australia build mental toughness, stay disciplined, and rewire limiting beliefs for lasting success in sharemarket trading and investingIf you want to strengthen your trading psychology
Episode 500: When the Market Screams, Do You Freeze or Focus? | Louise Bedford, Trading Psychology & Australian Sharemarket
In this milestone Talking Trading episode, Louise Bedford draws on over 30 years of experience to share hard-earned lessons and essential mindset shifts for navigating market meltdowns.Learn how to maintain focus and emotional control when the Australian sharemarket is volatile and uncertainty is high.If you’ve ever doubted your trading decisions or want to strengthen your trading psychology durin
5 Quick Profit-Driven Trading Psychology Hacks | Louise Bedford, Trading Psychology & Sharemarket Investing
In this episode of Talking Trading, Australian trading mentor Louise Bedford shares powerful trading psychology strategies to help you overcome emotional biases, self-sabotage, and decision fatigue.Discover how to build mental strength, improve discipline, and boost your confidence when trading the Australian sharemarket. Louise breaks down practical mindset tools every trader needs to stay calm,
Chasing Status Is Killing Your Trading: The Truth About Real Wealth and Long-Term Success | Australian Sharemarket Psychology
Are you trading for freedom or for the photo? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford exposes why chasing luxury and status symbols like Lamborghinis and lavish lifestyles can sabotage your trading psychology and long-term results.Discover how to redefine wealth, make smarter trading decisions, and focus on sustainable success in the Australian sharemarket — not just flas
Volatile Times: Can You Handle It? | Australian Sharemarket & Trading Psychology
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford teams up with property expert Michael Yardney to explore strategies for staying confident, calm, and profitable during volatile market conditions.Hear insights from two seasoned investors—one specialising in shares, the other in property—and learn how traders in Australia can maintain discipline and focus when markets get wild.If you want to impro
How AI Is Reshaping Trading | Trading in Australia & Sharemarket Trading
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford explores how AI and machine learning are transforming the way traders uncover market patterns, optimise strategies, and manage risk.Discover how traders in Australia can harness these cutting-edge technologies to gain a smarter, sharper trading edge in the sharemarket.If you want to stay ahead of the curve and boost your trading performance, this
Overthinking Every Trade? How Decision Fatigue Destroys Performance | Australian Sharemarket Trading Psychology
Are you overanalysing every chart, second-guessing entries, and feeling mentally drained by the markets? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford teams up with mindset coach and NLP expert Rik Schnabel to reveal how decision fatigue quietly sabotages even the most experienced traders.Discover how to overcome mental exhaustion, make confident trading decisions, and stay foc
Doubting Your Trades? How to Build Confidence and Break Free from Fear | Australian Sharemarket Trading Psychology
Do you ever question your system, hesitate on entries, or bail out too early? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford unpacks how self-doubt and fear can quietly destroy your trading performance — and what to do about it.Learn simple, science-backed mindset strategies to boost your trading confidence, stay disciplined, and trust your process in the Australian sharemarket.
Losing Too Much on Bad Trades? How to Manage Risk Like a Pro | Australian Sharemarket Trading Psychology
Are you risking too much on every trade — or worse, trading without a clear risk plan? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford speaks with Joshua Lewis about the risk management systems that separate winning traders and business owners from the rest.You’ll learn how to protect your capital, stay calm under pressure, and create bulletproof trading systems that deliver cons
Building a Resilient Portfolio: Lessons from 2024 to Shape Success in 2025 | Sharemarket Trading & Trading in Australia
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with Jason McIntosh from Motion Trader to explore key strategies for building a resilient portfolio in 2025 and beyond.From spotting opportunities beyond large-cap stocks to sticking to your trading plan, Jason shares practical insights to help traders in Australia maximise returns and navigate the evolving sharemarket.If you want to sha
Master Systematic Trading or Perish! | Sharemarket Trading & Trading Psychology
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford talks with Adrian Reid about how systematic trading can boost your performance and give you a competitive edge.Discover how backtesting both your trading systems and your emotional responses helps remove bias and build confidence in your trading decisions.If you want to improve your trading psychology and succeed in the Australian sharemarket with
Struggling to Succeed in Prop Trading? How to Turn Setbacks into Strengths | Australian Sharemarket Psychology
Are you putting in the effort but still not seeing results in prop trading? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford speaks with Will Davies, who turned personal challenges — including Tourette’s — into a powerful advantage in the Australian sharemarket.If you’ve ever wondered what prop trading actually is, or how proprietary traders make money using a firm’s capital rathe
