134. Pro Trader Insights with Pepperstone’s Michael Brown
In a bumper episode this week, Alison and Chris are joined by Michael Brown, Senior Research Strategist at Pepperstone. In a wide-ranging conversation, Michael discusses his start in institutional trading, offers some great advice for both aspiring and experienced traders, shares his thoughts on the current market chaos, and outlines what traders should look out for over the course of 2025.
View the full video interview here: https://youtu.be/HXgkczSakiA
You can find Michael here:
Michael Brown on X: - https://x.com/MrMBrown
Michaell Brown on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-r-brown/
And learn more about Pepperstone here:
Visit Pepperstone: https://fxscouts.com/go/broker/pepperstone/visit/
Pepperstone on X: https://x.com/pepperstonefx
Pepperstone on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pepperstone
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
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133. Staying in the Game: The Mindset Every Trader Needs to Last
Alison and Chris go deep on what it really takes to stick with trading for the long haul. From accepting losses without spiraling, to setting realistic goals, and building powerful habits like journaling and stress management — this is a masterclass in trading resilience.They share personal stories, practical strategies, and candid advice on how to develop the mental toughness and discipline required to succeed in the markets. Whether you're a new trader or a seasoned one who’s felt burnt out, this episode will help you reset, refocus, and keep going.
Key topics covered:
Why accepting losses is critical to your growth
The power of process-based goals
How journaling reveals your real trading patterns
Managing stress before it manages you
The role of mentorship and community in longevity
Watch the full video on YouTube here.
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
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132. Stop Overtrading: Master Impulse Control and Save Your Trades
Are your trading decisions driven by boredom, frustration, or FOMO? You're not alone—and it's costing you. In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, hosts Alison and Chris uncover the silent killer of trading accounts: overtrading. They break down the emotional triggers behind impulsive trades, reveal the hidden psychology that traps traders in a damaging loop, and share practical tools to regain control.
You’ll learn:
-How to spot your emotional trading triggers
-The truth behind boredom and revenge trading
-Proven techniques like the Trade Limit Challenge & 2-Minute Pause Rule
-How to build a 'No Overtrading' daily trading plan
-What to do when you're spiraling: the 5-Trade Reset
Watch the full episode on YouTube!
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
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131. How to Trade Forex Part-Time With a Full-Time Job: Smart Strategies for Busy Traders
Struggling to balance a full-time job with your trading goals? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down a step-by-step system to help you trade successfully—even with limited screen time.
Discover how to:
Choose the best trading strategies for a busy schedule (swing trading, end-of-day, and event-driven setups)
Front-load your analysis on weekends for less stress during the week
Use automation tools like TradingView alerts, economic calendars, and AI assistants
Build a repeatable, low-stress daily and weekly trading routine
Whether you're a corporate professional, parent, or business owner, this episode is packed with practical tips, tools, and mindset shifts to help you grow as a trader—without burning out.
Watch the full video here!
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
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130. Mastering the Opening Range Breakout (ORB Strategy)
Join Alison and Chris from Let’s Talk Forex as they dive deep into the Opening Range Breakout (ORB), one of the most structured and effective day trading strategies.
In this episode, you'll learn:
The fundamentals of identifying and trading the opening range breakout.
How legendary trader Toby Crabel formalized and perfected the ORB method.
Essential filters like NR7 days and directional market bias to avoid false breakouts.
Practical examples using real charts from Tesla and the DAX.
Effective risk management and trade-targeting strategies for consistent success.
Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/MYZGucSj9zk
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FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
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75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
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