The Traders Podcast with Rob Booker

The markets are jittery today, says Rob Booker, the host of The Traders Podcast. In Episode 290, Rob tells us why now is an unprecedented time in economic history. He talks about how Janet Yellen, the new chairman of the Federal Reserve, is leading her first meeting where policy could change. Rob discusses how the stimulus programs from the 2008-09 financial crisis are wrapping up and why that’s significant.

Rob has also heard some rumblings about an impending financial apocalypse, but he says he can’t identify any catalysts for such gloomy events. Can you? Rob sees no signs of cracks in the financial system right now. Comment and leave us your thoughts at the bottom of these show notes for this episode. Thanks for listening.

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The Traders Podcast with Rob Booker

In Episode 289 of The Traders Podcast, your host Rob Booker begins with an update on long-term investments by discussing Amazon’s war with the publisher Hachette. Rob talks about the bright future for companies that support the rights of individuals to conduct commerce with the public at large. Next Jason the producer asks a question about hedging (trades, not bushes). Then we move in to some listener feedback comments and questions from Calvin, Jerry, Reggie, Jonathan, Don and Allan. Thanks for listening!

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The Traders Podcast with Rob Booker

In Episode 288 of The Traders Podcast, your host Rob Booker tries out his new Microsoft Surface and gives us a report on how he likes it. This leads Rob to a conversation about companies that seem to be hungrier than their competitors — stopping at nothing to be a force to reckon with in the marketplace through extreme tactics and sheer desire. Rob talks about what happens when a trader becomes similarly determined and committed. As an example of a hungry trader, Rob cites Traders Podcast listener Calvin. Next Rob lists what traders can do to be “hungrier,” without being dishonest. You won’t want to miss this one! Join us!

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The Traders Podcast with Rob Booker

In Episode 287 of The Traders Podcast, your host Rob Booker discusses trader Matt LaCoco’s recent blog article titled 5 Principles for Trading for a Living With a Small Account, which Rob says could have also been called 5 Principles for Trading If You Are a Beginner. Next Rob talks about the importance of accepting when you’ve made a mistake and then immediately moving forward again.

Next Rob and Jason the producer discuss an e-mail from Alex from the United Kingdom. Alex wants to make a living from trading. He wants to learn how to trade the right way and to learn “the rules of the game.” Rob answers by describing a meeting he recently had with one of the most successful retail stock traders in the world. All of this and much more is waiting for you in Episode 287 of The Traders Podcast. Join us!

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