018: Scott Andrews 'The Gap Guy' talks all about Gaps, why they work, how to pick the best Gaps and avoid the worst, Gap Zones and setting stops and targets. PLUS we discuss a concept called 'Ensemble Systems' that may just change the way you view trading

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Pavel Kycek Jerry Parker 0:00 Introduction to the Panel 1:18 Introduction of Jerry and the Bird 6:14 Jerry Discusses Trend Following 11:13 Emotional Aspects of Large Trades 15:01 Role of Outlier Trades in Portfolio 23:21 Diversification and Stock Selection 30:15 Ignoring Market Noise 39:39 Trading Volume and Risk Management 50:08 Commodity Stocks and Portfolio Diversification 55:26 Final Thoughts and Takeaways 57:15 Panelists' Closing Statements Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

18 Apr 202457min

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Pavel Kycek Mish Schneider Ian Culley 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcoming 01:25 - Discussion on Trading Commodities 03:42 - Analysis of Current Market Trends 06:36 - Historical Comparison of CPI Trends 10:11 - Geopolitical and Market Predictions for 2024 14:23 - Cocoa Market Surge and Trading Strategies 21:08 - Short-Term Trading Techniques in Volatile Markets 26:43 - Intermarket Analysis and Sector Insights 33:09 - Emerging Markets and Investment Opportunities 42:53 - Cryptocurrency Trading Strategies and Market Analysis 52:00 - Audience Q&A and Relative Rotation Graphs Discussion 57:25 - Closing Remarks and Contact Information   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

11 Apr 202457min

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Pavel Kycek  Tom Basso [0:02] Introduction [1:14] Guest Introduction [2:24] Discussion on Market Trends and Portfolio Management [7:13] Importance of Risk Management [10:12] Psychology and Handling Drawdowns [15:29] Learning from Market Experiences [19:34] Matching Personality with Trading Style [25:06] Becoming a Trend Follower [29:24] Coping with Market Crises [35:03] Balancing Life and Trading [42:20] Brain Processing and Idea Generation [45:03] Systematic Trading Insights [53:42] Misconceptions in Chart Patterns [1:01:43] Wrap-up and Contact Information   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

4 Apr 20241h 12min

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Larry Tentarelli Steven Strazza Here are a few of the topics we discussed on the panel: 1. Importance of Simplifying Trading Strategies – Simplifying strategies helps in identifying trends and making trading decisions more effectively. 2. Using Moving Averages and Relative Strength – Moving averages and relative strength indicators are valuable tools for identifying trends and potential breakouts. 3. Adapting to Market Conditions – The importance of sticking to your strategy and waiting for favorable market conditions rather than constantly changing strategies. 4. Options Trading and Pattern Matching – Different options strategies can be used based on the pattern and structure of the stock, providing leverage and flexibility. 5. Risk Management and Position Sizing – Managing risk is crucial in trading, and position sizing should be based on overall risk tolerance and stop placement. Plus much more, watch the replay to extract all the goodness! [0:01] Introduction and Welcome [1:44] Highlighting Recent Interviews [3:17] Discussing Trading Strategies and Charts [6:16] Importance of Consistency in Trading [8:27] Adapting Trading Strategy to Market Conditions [10:38] Risk Management and Strategy Adaptation [13:28] Options Trading Insights [15:34] Market Trends and Sector Performance [19:20] Understanding the Value Line Index [21:50] Deciding Trading Timeframes [27:10] Importance of Risk Management [31:12] Risk Management with Options [33:23] Position Sizing in a Portfolio [41:49] Favorite Stocks and Sector Analysis [52:13] Relative Trends in Trading [52:46] Closing Remarks and Contact Information Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

28 Mars 202455min

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this week's panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Jeff Hirsch Jason Shapiro 00:00 Episode Introduction and Host Welcome 01:44 Discussing Historical Market Trends with Jeff 06:49 Jeff Shares Sector Insights and Trading Ideas 10:08 Where to Find Jeff and His Work 11:04 Shifting Focus to Jason Shapiro's Trading Insights 19:26 Jason's Perspective on Market Conditions and Fed Policy 28:02 Discussing Common Trading Mistakes and Learning Processes 36:56 Highlighting the Importance of Risk Management 42:06 Unpacking Trading Industry Myths and Realities 46:11 The Dangers of Following Misleading Trading Gurus 53:43 The Significance of Personal Experience in Trading Success   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

21 Mars 20241h 12min

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this weeks panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Moritz Seibert Pavel Kycek 0:00 Welcome and Show Introduction 1:21 Discussing Trading Panels and Expectations 2:15 Reality of Trading and Drawdowns 3:16 Introduction to Professional Trading 8:20 Focus on Commodity Trading and Systematic Strategies 10:45 Embracing Volatility and Drawdowns in Trading 15:54 Managing Open Trade Profits 21:27 Importance of Aligning with Investor Expectations 26:02 Historical Context and Risk Management 30:38 Advice for New Traders on Strategy and Expectations 43:17 Handling Broker Fees and Optimizing Costs 47:24 Building Confidence and Consistency in Trading 54:36 Audience Questions and Panel Responses 58:05 Personal Journeys and Aha Moments in Trading   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

14 Mars 20241h 27min

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this weeks panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Mish Schneider Pavel Kycek 0:00 - Opening: Welcome and Panel Introduction 1:06 - Mish's Perspective on Market Prediction 5:02 - Insights from a Floor Trader's Journey 10:38 - Discussing Price Action and Trading Psychology 13:12 - Crypto Market Trends and Algorithmic Trading 21:16 - Diverse Trading Strategies: Discussion 30:52 - The Shift from Short-term to Long-term Trading 38:37 - Expert Tips on Identifying Market Tops and Bottoms 45:35 - Advice for New System Traders 49:09 - Episode Wrap-Up and Where to Find the Panelists Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

7 Mars 202450min

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this weeks panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Richard Brennan Kevin Green Pavel Kycek 0:00 – Show Introduction and Panelist Greetings 0:49 – Panelists’ Backgrounds and Trading Philosophies 6:17 – Analyzing Economic Indicators and Their Impact on Markets 13:19 – Debunking Market Myths with Price Action Signals 24:21 – Transitioning to Systematic Trading for Longevity 36:34 – The Role of Macro Factors in Shaping Trading Strategies 49:05 – The Future of Trading: AI, Cryptos, and Beyond 1:02:27 – Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Contact Information Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

2 Mars 20241h 14min