The AlphaMind Podcast

This is the second of a special two-part episode of the AlphaMind podcast, where we sat down with legendary trader and market veteran Peter Brandt for an in-depth discussion on the attitudes, mindsets, and emotional challegnes required to succeed in trading. Peter’s trading career began in 1974, and since then, he has established himself as a true legend in the financial markets — regularly sharing his insights, perspectives, and wisdom on social media to benefit traders of all levels. In this episode, the podcast hosts, Mark and Steven, together with Peter brings together a combined over 130 years of experience, engaging in a mutual dialogue on the realities of trading, including exploring  the highs and lows, market triumphs and disasters, and lessons learned.  This interviews runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, however this episode of the AlphaMind podcast covers the second half of this interview. In this special two-part episode of the AlphaMind podcast, we sit down with legendary trader and market veteran Peter Brandt for an in-depth discussion on the attitudes, mindsets, and emotional challegnesrequired to succeed in trading. Peter’s trading career began in 1974, and since then, he has established himself as a true legend in the financial markets — regularly sharing his insights, perspectives, and wisdom on social media to benefit traders of all levels. In this episode, the podcast hosts, Mark and Steven, together with Peter brings together a combined over 130 years of experience, engaging in a mutual dialogue on the realities of trading, including exploring  the highs and lows, market triumphs and disasters, and lessons learned. This interviews runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, however this episode of the AlphaMind podcast covers the first half of this interview, but stay tuned for Part 2, coming soon. Learn more about Peter and connect with him on social media at : Factor LLC author and founder website: https://www.peterlbrandt.com [https://www.peterlbrandt.com] Bitcoin Live contributing author https://bitcoin.live?aid=106 [https://bitcoin.live?aid=106] Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeterLBrandt [https://twitter.com/PeterLBrandt] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/factorco [https://www.youtube.com/user/factorco] AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets. Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities. Go to the AlphaMind [https://alpha-mind.net] website to know more.

In this special two-part episode of the AlphaMind podcast, we sit down with legendary trader and market veteran Peter Brandt for an in-depth discussion on the attitudes, mindsets, and emotional challegnesrequired to succeed in trading. Peter’s trading career began in 1974, and since then, he has established himself as a true legend in the financial markets — regularly sharing his insights, perspectives, and wisdom on social media to benefit traders of all levels. In this episode, the podcast hosts, Mark and Steven, together with Peter brings together a combined over 130 years of experience, engaging in a mutual dialogue on the realities of trading, including exploring the highs and lows, market triumphs and disasters, and lessons learned.  This interviews runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, however this episode of the AlphaMind podcast covers the first half of this interview, but stay tuned for Part 2, coming soon. Learn more about Peter and connect with him on social media at : Factor LLC author and founder website: https://www.peterlbrandt.com [https://www.peterlbrandt.com/] Bitcoin Live contributing author https://bitcoin.live?aid=106 [https://bitcoin.live/?aid=106] Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeterLBrandt [https://twitter.com/PeterLBrandt] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/factorco [https://www.youtube.com/user/factorco] AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets. Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities. Go to the AlphaMind [https://alpha-mind.net] website to know more.

At the core of exceptional trading is the individual trader—you! While we diligently focus on the transactional elements of trading, such as market analysis and risk management, we often neglect the importance of optimizing ourselves to engage effectively with these aspects. In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked physiological dimension of trading with Dr. Tracy Gapin, founder and CEO of the Gapin Institute. As a leading expert in men's health and performance, Dr. Gapin specializes in helping senior executives, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and athletes enhance their health and performance. We delve into the critical relationship between mental and physical health, highlighting how internal processes significantly impact healthy cognitive function. A well-functioning cognitive process boosts trading productivity by facilitating clear market interpretation and fostering objectivity in decision-making. It reduces stress and anxiety, enabling more effective judgments and execution. Furthermore, it increases resilience in the face of setbacks, assists in managing risks and emotions, encourages acceptance of outcomes, and promotes detachment from ego—key components for continuous improvement and adaptability. Prioritizing your well-being also offers additional benefits: it can lead to a longer, healthier life, creating a true ‘win-win’ scenario. Join us for an insightful discussion that could transform your trading journey. To learn more about Dr. Tracy Gapin and the Gapin Institute, visit Gapin Institute Website [https://gapininstitute.com/].  Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracygapin/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracygapin/]  You can also view Dr Gapin's TEDx talk at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=io33LOfVxxo [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=io33LOfVxxo] AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets. Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities. Go to the AlphaMind [https://alpha-mind.net] website to know more.

In this episode of the AlphaMind Podcast, we sit down with Rick Bandazian, a seasoned event-driven trader who applies his own unique sniping style in the markets. With nearly 17 years of experience in eat-what-he-kills prop trading, Rick takes us on a journey through his trading philosophy, processes, and the mindset that has enabled his success. Originally hailing from the NJ/NYC area, Rick began his career as an investment banker at JPMorgan before being recruited as an event-driven analyst at First New York. After a stint helping launch a hedge fund with a portfolio manager, he later moved to the National Bank of Canada to focus on event-driven ideas and merger arbitrage. After the 2008 financial crisis, he returned to First New York, transitioning from analyst to trader. Now, with well over a decade of trading his own capital, Rick shares invaluable insights into his trading style, the risks he navigates, and the fears that accompany being a self-directed trader. Join us as we explore the intricacies of Rick's trading journey and the lessons learned along the way. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the mind of a skilled trader. Rick has also started a substack about a positioning experiment that has garnered a small following. - You can find out more about that at this link: https://offthetape.substack.com/p/macro-positioning-330-softs-and-wti [https://offthetape.substack.com/p/macro-positioning-330-softs-and-wti] AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets. Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities. Go to the AlphaMind [https://alpha-mind.net] website to know more.

In this episode, titled "Turning Challenges into Stepping Stones for Trading Success," we are thrilled to have Performance and Executive Coach Anna Fuhrmann as our guest. Anna shares her unique insights on how traders can transform the challenges they face into opportunities for growth and resilience. She delves into practical strategies for mastering the mental game of trading, emphasizing the importance of mindset, emotional regulation, and adaptability.  In this episode Anna, shares inspiring stories and expert advice, that can help helps listeners make sense of how setbacks can lead to breakthroughs, equipping them with the tools to navigate the volatile world of trading successfully.  To more about Anna visit her website at https://www.annafuhrmann.ch/d [https://www.annafuhrmann.ch/d]e or reach out to her directly at fuhrmann.counseling@gmail.com [fuhrmann.counseling@gmail.com] . AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets. Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities. Go to the AlphaMind [https://alpha-mind.net] website to know more.