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Want trading clarity, structure, and confidence - without spending all day staring at your screen or second-guessing every decision? This weekly podcast, hosted by Louise Bedford , best-selling author and sharemarket educator, helps time-poor traders build a calm, repeatable approach to trading the Australian sharemarket. Whether you’re new to trading or frustrated that your results don’t match your effort, you’ll learn practical trading psychology, risk management, and sharemarket strategies you can apply straight away. Episodes cover everything from beginner foundations to advanced insights drawn from Louise’s long-running trading Mentor Program. You'll learn what to trade, how to manage risk, and how to execute with discipline when it matters most . If you’re tired of confusion, emotional decision-making, and inconsistent results, Talking Trading shows you how to trade with confidence. Listen, and you'll never approach the markets in the same way again... Visit www.talkingtrading.com.au for more resources.

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June 16, 2026Episode 55121 min

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 blowing up your account – and why it applies differently to shares versus ETFs.Why there are now more ETFs than individual stocks in the USA, and what this means for your trading decisions.Louise’s key rule for choosing ETFs with confidence: always check Assets Under Management (AUM) and avoid the 'dogs'.The classic mistake most new traders make – chasing leverage and spreading themselves too thin – and why it destroys accounts fast.A timeless reminder from Ed Seykota: “There are no old, bold traders.”Louise also explains why you don’t have to choose one side. You can trade both ETFs and shares – as long as you have a structured method.-----------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

June 9, 2026Episode 55033 min

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 much AI literacy traders really need, why some people resist technology while others embrace it, and the powerful mindset shift that can help you move from overwhelmed to in control.Tracy also shares her top tips on creating true tech-enabled freedom – from smart home setups to portable workspaces – so you can trade from anywhere, without compromising your structure or sanity.If you’ve ever felt unsure about AI tools or how to future-proof your trading life, this conversation is your compass. No hype. Just clarity, strategy, and plenty of lightbulb moments.--------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

June 2, 2026Episode 54926 min

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 traps that could significantly affect Australian investors.If you trade shares, invest in ETFs, manage your own super, or want to build wealth more intelligently, this episode could save you from making expensive assumptions.The Budget headlines have created uncertainty, but inside changing rules often sit new opportunities.Louise, Brenton, and Claire break down what really matters for ASX traders, Australian investors, and sharemarket participants, including how tax changes may affect active traders versus long-term investors.In this episode, you’ll learn:What the latest Federal Budget means for Australian share tradersWhy the proposed capital gains tax changes could affect active stock pickersHow ETFs may become relatively more attractive under changing tax rulesThe difference between trading and investing - and why it matters for taxCommon mistakes Australians make when speculating versus investing3 overlooked superannuation strategies that could improve retirement outcomesHow gifting rules can impact your legacy planningWhat pension phase flexibility means for investorsHow re-contribution strategies can help reduce tax for beneficiariesPractical ways to structure wealth more efficientlyIf superannuation feels like it’s written in a foreign language, this episode cuts through the gobbledegook and gives you practical clarity.Whether you’re building wealth in the Australian sharemarket, planning retirement, or simply trying to avoid costly mistakes, this conversation delivers practical financial insight.About our guests:Brenton Ellis is a Director at The Gild Group and an experienced financial strategist with deep expertise in trading, tax, wealth management, and investment strategy.Claire Williams is Managing Director of Wealth at The Gild Group, specialising in superannuation, estate planning, investments, insurance, and retirement strategy.Connect with The Gild Group:Website: https://thegildgroup.com/Claire LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-williams-6230351/Brenton LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentonellis/If you're interested in ASX trading, Australian sharemarket investing, superannuation strategies, retirement planning, or trading in Australia, this episode is worth your time.-------------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

May 26, 2026Episode 54822 min

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, charts become a story – not a mystery.In this episode, you’ll learn:How share price charts reflect the ongoing battle between buyers and sellersThe three chart behaviours that matter most: trend continuation, consolidation, and sharp reversalsWhy momentum pauses before major moves – and how to recognise healthy versus risky consolidationHow support and resistance form, and why they matter more than most indicatorsA simple chart-reading process using trend, structure, and volume to guide decisionsLouise also walks through a real Australian share example that rallied, paused, and then continued higher – showing how charts often telegraph what’s coming next.Whether you’re just starting in share trading or refining your market skills, this episode will help you read charts with confidence and cut through the noise.---------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

May 19, 2026Episode 54730 min

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.Terry’s story is extraordinary. Arriving in Australia as a refugee, he carried the same fears many traders wrestle with today: not enough time, not enough experience, fear of loss, and the belief that trading is too risky. Through discipline, structure, and a risk-first trading approach, he transformed those beliefs into a framework for consistency and financial freedom.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why common trading myths like “I’m not smart enough” or “trading is gambling” persist – and how to dismantle themWhat a true risk-first trading process looks like in real market conditionsHow Terry navigated a major drawdown and rebuilt confidence step by stepWhy simple, repeatable systems often outperform complex strategiesHow to trade with clarity and discipline without risking your futureThis is a grounded, practical conversation about trading psychology, risk management, and belief systems – designed for traders who want calm execution and long-term results.If fear, FOMO, self-doubt, or past losses have been influencing your decisions, this episode will help you reset your thinking and refocus on what actually works.Listen now and discover how breaking the right myths can change everything about how you trade.--------------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

May 12, 2026Episode 54634 min

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 for traders - and what can safely be ignored.If you’re involved in ASX trading, sharemarket investing, or global markets, this episode will help you shift from reacting to noise… to executing with clarity.In this episode, you’ll discover:Can politics really move the market, and how should traders respond?Why reacting to news and volatility often leads to inconsistent resultsHow to filter out market noise and focus on high-probability setupsThe importance of structure and rules in uncertain conditionsHow experienced traders maintain discipline during volatilityPractical ways to stay consistent when markets feel unpredictableWho this is for:This episode is ideal for traders who:Follow the Australian sharemarket or global marketsWant to improve consistency during volatile conditionsAre looking for a structured, rules-based approach to tradingWant to reduce emotional decision-making and stay focusedMarkets will always move.Headlines will always distract.The edge comes from knowing what to focus on - and what to ignore.Listen now to Talking Trading and take your next step toward calm, consistent execution.----------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

May 5, 2026Episode 54533 min

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 traders.This conversation bridges macroeconomics and technical analysis, showing how large structural shifts often reveal themselves as long consolidation bases, powerful breakouts, and sustained trends on the chart.You’ll hear how forces such as:inflation and rising debt levelsdemographic changeclimate transitionglobal realignment beyond the USrapid technological innovation, including AIare already influencing shares, currencies, and commodities – often well before they appear in headlines.Rather than trading news, this episode focuses on how traders can stay macro-aware while remaining disciplined, using tools like trend structure, base formation, and the measure rule to align with big-picture forces.Whether you trade weekly charts or manage positions over months, this episode will sharpen your perspective and help you understand why markets move the way they do – not just how.---------------------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

April 28, 2026Episode 54418 min

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, and repeatable rules create staying power across all market conditions.In this episode, you’ll learn:1. How to use macro filters to control when you tradeLouise explains how macro filters help traders step aside during unfavourable market conditions. She shares her own Australian market filter and why trading less often can lead to better results.2. Anti-martingale position sizing, explained simplyDiscover how adjusting position size as your account grows can reduce risk while supporting steady progress. Louise walks through how to calculate portfolio risk using cash plus positions valued to their stoploss, and why reviewing this every few months builds discipline.3. Turning risk rules into repeatable routinesLearn how to remove emotion by turning risk management into a system. Louise explains how flowcharts, checklists, and scheduled reviews can help traders stay consistent... even during periods of market volatility.By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how to:Identify when not to trade, protecting capital during poor conditionsApply position sizing rules that scale with your accountBuild risk management directly into your trading planIf you want to trade with confidence, longevity, and clarity, this episode lays the foundation.-------------------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

April 21, 2026Episode 54329 min

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 personalised, sophisticated, and increasingly powered by technology designed to exploit human behaviour.You’ll learn why intelligent, capable people still get caught, how emotional pressure plays a bigger role than most realise, and what practical steps traders can take to strengthen their online and financial safety. Jacob also explains how scammers target families, older relatives, and time-poor professionals, and how to build simple safeguards without creating fear or overwhelm.If you trade, invest, or manage money for your household, this episode will change how you think about digital safety and risk in the Australian sharemarket.---------------------------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

April 14, 2026Episode 54230 min

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 moment the ‘penny dropped’, when everything went from overwhelming… to clear. That shift changes everything.You’ll hear how simplifying their approach helped reduce emotional pressure, improve execution, and strengthen their partnership - a powerful lesson in both trading psychology and practical technical analysis.If you’re learning to trade in Australia, feeling stuck, or trying to stay consistent with your plan, this conversation will resonate.Because when money, pressure, and uncertainty collide… things can get complicated fast.-------------------------------------------Serious about getting the trading results you deserve?If you’re serious about getting the trading results you deserve, don’t leave it to chance. Head over to tradinggame.com.au and grab your free trading plan template. It’s going to help you trade with confidence. Make today the day you step up. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn