Talking Trading | Australian Sharemarket Strategies, Education & Trading Psychology

Bear markets are inevitable in the sharemarket - but the next one may look very different from the last. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford explains why many investors prepare for the wrong type of crisis and how traders can stay calm, disciplined, and strategic when markets turn volatile. Louise explores how structural shifts - including higher interest rates, the rise of ETFs an...

Your Financial DNA: Why You Keep Making the Same Investing Mistakes Why do smart investors keep making the same investing mistakes? In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with behavioural finance pioneer Hugh Massie to explore why understanding your own Financial DNA may be more valuable than finding the perfect investing strategy. Most traders and investors spend years study...

Most traders believe success comes from predicting the market. Professional traders know that consistency comes from structure, not forecasts. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford is joined by professional trader and trading coach Ross Maxwell to explain why high-probability trading has nothing to do with being right — and everything to do with risk, behaviour, and repeatable decisi...

Why do some investors remain calm during market volatility while others constantly react to every price movement? In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford interviews Jonathan Nurick about the psychology behind dividend investing and why focusing on dividend growth instead of daily share prices may help investors make better long-term decisions. Together they explore dividend investing, b...

Why do intelligent investors repeatedly make irrational decisions with their money? In this special simulcast episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford and Australian property investment expert Michael Yardney explore the cognitive biases that quietly influence traders, property investors and long-term investors alike. Together, they unpack five powerful behavioural biases: Confirmation bias Loss...

Most traders don’t fail because of bad charts. They fail because of the beliefs driving their decisions. In this solo episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford breaks down the five mindset shifts that separate inconsistent traders from those who trade with clarity, discipline, and confidence. This isn’t motivational talk. It’s practical trading psychology - the kind that directly affects risk ma...

After 36 years trading the markets, which traders and mentors still influence Louise Bedford today? In this personal solo episode of Talking Trading, Louise reveals the seven people who transformed the way she thinks about trading: Jesse Livermore, Stan Weinstein, Nicolas Darvas, Steve Nison, Ed Seykota, Van Tharp and Dr Harry Stanton. Each contributed a different piece of the puzzle. Trading psyc...

Most traders think they need a better strategy. Robert van Eyden believes they're solving the wrong problem. In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with trader, author, and Scope Prime South Africa CEO Robert van Eyden to explore why so many intelligent traders struggle to achieve consistent results in the Australian sharemarket and beyond. Drawing on more than 30 years...

Most traders believe success stems from accurately predicting the market, but the real edge lies in having a reliable process. In this episode, Louise sits down with Diana Perkins – Founder and CEO of Trading with Diana – to explore why a clear structure beats clever predictions every time. Diana has spent her career helping professionals, advisors and organisations make better decisions under pre...

Why do so many traders understand what to do – but struggle to do it consistently? In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford sits down with Robb Reinhold , Head Trader at Maverick Trading and host of the Trading Psychology Podcast , to unpack the real drivers of discipline and long-term trading performance. This conversation goes beyond motivation and willpower. Robb explains why discipl...

Most trading mistakes don’t happen on the chart. They happen in the moments before you place the trade. In this episode of Talking Trading , psychologist and trading mindset specialist Dr David Bonanno explains why discipline breaks down under pressure, and why knowing your rules is never enough. Drawing on 30+ years in mental health and work with over 17,000 clients, David reveals how adrenaline,...

Your trading results aren’t just about charts and systems - they’re about you . Your wiring. Your personality. In this second part of her 2-part Trading Personality series, Louise Bedford explores the Thinker and Relater trader types, and how your money personality shapes every trading decision you make. You’ll discover: A quick recap of the ready-reckoner quiz to identify your trading style. High...

Are you trading against your own personality without even realising it? In this first part of her 2-part Trading Personality series, Louise Bedford explores the Director and Socialiser trader types, showing you how your wiring influences every trading decision you make. You’ll discover: A quick ready-reckoner quiz to identify your trading style. Why you can have one primary personality and a secon...

Artificial intelligence is transforming the trading world at extraordinary speed - but what does that actually mean for everyday retail traders? In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford sits down with trading coach Brian McAboy to explore one of the most important questions facing modern traders: Will AI make you a better trader… or leave you behind? AI is already changing how traders a...

What happens when pressure strips away the polished version of who you think you are? In this powerful episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford sits down with mindset strategist Rebekah King for a deeply personal conversation about trading psychology, fear, resilience, self-sabotage, and emotional discipline . Because the biggest risks in trading are not always in the market. Sometimes they’re...

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...

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...

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 t...

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 prope...

Breaking Trading Myths: From Refugee to Freedom Trader | Terry Tran What 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 tr...

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...

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 tr...

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, discipli...

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 pers...

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...