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Options Trading Podcast
Sponsored by: OptionGenius.com
154 episodes
1 day ago
For many traders, a significant loss or a losing streak flips a psychological switch, moving them from "smart trading" into a desperate "I have to get it back" mode. In this deep dive, we reveal why this instinctive urgency is one of the fastest ways to blow up a trading account and how the pros manage the emotional and strategic traps that follow a setback. We unpack the four main drivers of recovery pressure—ego, raw fear, recency bias, and financial strain—and explain why accepting that "l...
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For many traders, a significant loss or a losing streak flips a psychological switch, moving them from "smart trading" into a desperate "I have to get it back" mode. In this deep dive, we reveal why this instinctive urgency is one of the fastest ways to blow up a trading account and how the pros manage the emotional and strategic traps that follow a setback. We unpack the four main drivers of recovery pressure—ego, raw fear, recency bias, and financial strain—and explain why accepting that "l...
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Episodes (20/154)
Options Trading Podcast
How Do I Avoid FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) In Trading?
Have you ever watched a stock soar without you and felt that intense twist in your gut? That’s FOMO, and in the world of trading, it’s often the root of all evil—turning thoughtful strategists into reckless gamblers. In this deep dive, build on the disciplined approach of Alan Sama, we pull back the curtain on how this purely emotional reaction destroys account balances and sanity alike. We provide a comprehensive 10-step playbook to build a fortress against the urge to chase the "next big th...
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16 hours ago
20 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
How Do I Handle The Pressure Of Making Back Losses Quickly?
For many traders, a significant loss or a losing streak flips a psychological switch, moving them from "smart trading" into a desperate "I have to get it back" mode. In this deep dive, we reveal why this instinctive urgency is one of the fastest ways to blow up a trading account and how the pros manage the emotional and strategic traps that follow a setback. We unpack the four main drivers of recovery pressure—ego, raw fear, recency bias, and financial strain—and explain why accepting that "l...
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1 day ago
19 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
Why Did My Broker Automatically Close Or Sell One Of My Options Positions?
It’s a shock that blindsides many traders: you wake up to find a carefully managed position simply gone, closed without your direct instruction. In this deep dive, we reveal the "bedrock law" of the brokerage business: their primary job is to protect their own capital, and your account protection is often a secondary side effect. We unpack the most common "gut-punch" triggers for auto-liquidation, from the dreaded margin call to expiration riskwhere a broker steps in to prevent you from takin...
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2 days ago
18 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
Can I Make Consistent Profits Or Income From Options Trading?
If you are fatigued by the online landscape of "rented Lambos" and secret signal packages, this episode is your grounded reality check. We move past the digital fantasies to explore the truth about genuine consistency: it isn't about winning every trade, but about running a repeatable, statistical business where wins outweigh manageable losses over time. In this deep dive, we unpack the three unique structural "edges" that options offer—getting paid upfront, trading probabilities instead of p...
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3 days ago
48 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
How Are Standard Stock Options Different From “Binary Options”?
In the world of finance, "options" can be a dangerous linguistic trapdoor. While they share a name, there is a world of difference between a sophisticated hedging tool and a high-stakes, predetermined wager. In this deep dive, we cut through the confusion to explain why standard stock options are legitimate instruments for strategic control, whereas binary options often function more like a casino game. We unpack the structural differences: the immense flexibility of standard options that all...
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4 days ago
12 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
What Is Trend Strength And How Do I Measure It?
Direction is only half the story in trading; the other half is conviction. In this deep dive, we move beyond simple "up or down" analysis to help you quantify the momentum behind a price move. We define trend strength as the fundamental imbalance of power between buyers and sellers—the difference between an unstoppable freight train and a wobbling bike. We walk you through a professional 6-point checklist for measuring commitment, using tools like the Average Directional Index (ADX), Moving A...
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5 days ago
18 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
What Is A Margin Account, And Do I Need One For Trading?
What is a margin account, and do I need one for trading? Margin is a topic that often leaves new traders feeling tangled and intimidated, but understanding it is fundamental to managing your risk and account requirements. In this deep dive, we cut through the confusion to explain how margin works differently whether you are buying or selling options. We unpack why simple option buyers generally don't need margin—since they pay in full upfront and have capped risk—versus why option sellers alm...
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6 days ago
12 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
What Is IV Crush And How Does It Affect Options Trading Around Earnings?
What is IV crush and how does it affect options trading around earnings? Imagine nailing a stock's direction perfectly, only to watch your portfolio turn deep red. This confusing phenomenon blindsides even experienced traders, and it’s driven by a powerful market force: Implied Volatility (IV) Crush. In this deep dive, we reveal why focusing only on whether a stock moves up or down is a common pitfall that ignores the "expectation game". We unpack the mechanics of Vega, the Greek that measure...
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1 week ago
16 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
What Is Vega In Options Trading (What Does The Vega Greek Measure)?
If you've ever seen an option price move drastically even when the underlying stock price stayed flat, you've likely witnessed the power of Vega. In this deep dive, we unpack Vega, the "volatility compass" that measures how much an option's price is expected to change for every 1% shift in implied volatility. We explore why Vega is a forward-looking metric tied to market anticipation rather than past history, and why understanding it is like knowing the weather forecast before you go sailing....
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1 week ago
14 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
Analyst Ratings And Price Targets Affect Stock Price
Every morning, headlines flash with news of Morgan Stanley upgrading Tesla or Goldman Sachs cutting Apple's target. But for the individual investor, it can be hard to tell if this is actionable data or just market chatter. In this deep dive, we pull back the curtain on Wall Street analysts to understand the "sugar rush" effect their reports have on the market. We break down the classic Buy/Hold/Sell ratings and explain how price targets—educated guesses based on complex financial models—creat...
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1 week ago
16 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
Get Into The “Flow State” While Trading
How can I get into the “flow state” while trading? Have you ever had a session where every decision felt crisp, executions were flawless, and hours vanished into minutes? That’s the flow state—the highest state of mental efficiency a trader can achieve. In this episode, we move past luck and mysticism to unpack the hard science of peak performance. We explore the "Tightrope" of the skill-challenge balance, explaining why boredom or anxiety can instantly shatter your immersion. You'll learn ho...
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1 week ago
18 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
Risking Too Much On One Trade?
It sounds like a simple rule, yet breaking it is the number one reason traders blow up their accounts. In this episode, we move past the intellectual knowledge of risk and build the practical and emotional defenses necessary for long-term survival. We unpack the "Casino Mindset"—learning to think like the house by spreading risk across thousands of small bets rather than gambling on a "sure thing". You will learn the "Golden Rule of Risk," why risking more than 2% per trade mathematically lea...
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1 week ago
15 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
What Is The PEG Ratio And Why Does It Matter?
When evaluating stocks, the P/E ratio is often the first "buoy" investors grab, but it has a massive blind spot: it completely ignores growth. This oversight can lead you into "value traps" or cause you to dismiss explosive companies as overpriced. In this deep dive, we unpack the PEG ratio (Price/Earnings to Growth)—a powerful tool that integrates forward-looking growth estimates to give you a much more nuanced picture of a stock's true value. We break down the surprisingly simple formula, w...
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1 week ago
19 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
How Can MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) Signal Options Trades?
Many traders feel intimidated by the lines and histograms of the MACD, but beneath the surface, it is an elegantly simple math tool that acts as your market "speedometer". In this deep dive, rooted in the expertise of Alan Sama, we demystify this celebrity indicator and show you how to use it to spot crucial shifts in market momentum. We break down the three primary components—the MACD line, the signal line, and the histogram—and explain how they reveal the dynamic "tug of war" between short-...
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1 week ago
22 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
What Are The Maximum Profit And Maximum Loss Possible When Buying Or Selling An Option?
Options trading often feels like a maze of jargon and Greeks, but fundamentally, it's a calculated bet on an asset's future price movement. Like any bet, you must know the stakes before you play. In this deep dive, we strip away the fluff to provide the cold, hard boundaries of your financial exposure. We break down the "Long Game" of buying options, where your loss is strictly limited to the premium paid, while your upside could be theoretically unlimited. Then, we flip the coin to the "Shor...
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2 weeks ago
13 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
What Is The Wheel Strategy In Options Trading?
Many people in the trading world find this strategy overlooked, yet some swear by it for generating consistent, passive income. In this deep dive, we pulling back the curtain on "the Wheel"—a repeating cycle where you essentially get paid to wait. We break down the three-step process: starting with cash-secured puts on quality stocks you actually want to own, transitioning into covered calls if you get assigned, and repeating the cycle once your shares are called away. You’ll learn why time d...
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2 weeks ago
19 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
Do Options Holders Receive Dividends Or Other Shareholder Benefits?
Many traders assume that because they are betting on a stock's direction, they are entitled to a slice of the company's profits. In this deep dive, we settle the debate once and for all: holding an option contract—whether a call or a put—does not make you a shareholder. This means no dividend checks, no voting rights, and no invitations to annual meetings. We explore the "tempting loophole" of early exercise and why it's a financial trap 99% of the time, often leading to the forfeiture of val...
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2 weeks ago
16 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
How Can I Trust My Instincts Without Ignoring My Rules?
Welcome to the Options Trading Podcast. In this episode, we dive into one of the most complex psychological challenges a trader can face. How can I trust my instincts without ignoring my rules? Many traders feel they have to choose between rigid data and their "gut feeling," but the truth is much more nuanced. We explore the work of Alan Sama to define what real intuition is—spoiler: it’s not magic, it’s pattern recognition—and how to integrate it into a disciplined trading framework. We disc...
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2 weeks ago
18 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
How Do I Manage Risk When Trading Options?
Welcome to the Options Trading Podcast. In this episode, we tackle the absolute bedrock of long-term investing success. How do I manage risk when trading options? Options offer incredible leverage and flexibility, but without a solid safety net, that same leverage can be account-destructive. We break down the "survival first" mindset, moving past the hype to focus on the 10 non-negotiable principles of risk control. From the 1% position sizing rule to the "silent killers" like time decay and ...
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2 weeks ago
19 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
How Do I Avoid Hopping From Strategy To Strategy Too Often?
Strategy hopping—constantly jumping from one trading approach to the next—is one of the quickest ways to guarantee you never achieve consistent results. This phenomenon is driven by our modern brain's craving for instant gratification, the paralyzing fear of missing out (FOMO), and the mistaken belief that a new strategy is the silver bullet. This deep dive exposes the destructive hidden costs: time wasted, skills never mastered, and the shattering of self-belief that leads to analysis paraly...
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2 weeks ago
22 minutes

Options Trading Podcast
For many traders, a significant loss or a losing streak flips a psychological switch, moving them from "smart trading" into a desperate "I have to get it back" mode. In this deep dive, we reveal why this instinctive urgency is one of the fastest ways to blow up a trading account and how the pros manage the emotional and strategic traps that follow a setback. We unpack the four main drivers of recovery pressure—ego, raw fear, recency bias, and financial strain—and explain why accepting that "l...