Talking Trading | Australian Sharemarket Strategies, Education & Trading Psychology

After 25 years of trading in the Australian sharemarket, Heather Cullen has seen it all – the wins, the losses, and the hype. In this episode of Talking Trading , Heather shares the real lessons that matter for traders who want long-term success: When timing the market can actually work (and when it doesn’t). How so-called “tuition fees” – painful trading losses – can become your greatest teacher....

The Australian sharemarket has been on a wild ride, with the April tariff shock still rattling investors. In this week’s Talking Trading podcast, Chris Tate breaks down the ASX crash, the rally that followed, and the breakout stocks and sectors now leading the charge. If you’re trading in Australia and want to sharpen your edge, this episode gives you practical insights into sharemarket investing...

She spent decades making critical decisions as a rural GP 👩‍⚕️. But when it came to the Australian sharemarket, she felt completely out of her depth. Overwhelmed and unsure where to begin, Dr Sandra Zeeman knew one thing: she didn’t want to drift into retirement without purpose. What happened next? She discovered the power of trading psychology, built a trading plan, and developed the confidence...

Think it’s too late to build wealth or find purpose? Think again. In this candid episode, Louise Bedford sits down with property investment expert Michael Yardney to explore why your midlife years can be the perfect time to create financial security and meaning. Discover how to: Take control of your money and your mindset Avoid the biggest financial mistakes people make in midlife Design the next...

Discover how to automate your trading in the Australian sharemarket without losing control. In this episode of Talking Trading , I share the one thing traders should never use AI for – and it may surprise you. You’ll hear how smart automation can support your trading psychology, protect your capital, and help you focus on high-quality trades. Whether you’re just starting out with sharemarket inves...

 Are you sitting on untapped trading potential because you’re wired for numbers?  In this episode of Talking Trading , chartered accountant-turned-trader JC reveals how he went from analysing balance sheets to generating consistent sharemarket returns.  Discover his systematic trading strategies for US equities, stock indices, and commodities, and how the Mentor Program helped him master process-d...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford sits down with Paul Taylor, resilience expert and former British Royal Navy Officer, to explore how comfort zones can hold traders back. Modern life is making us some of the most overweight, stressed, and distracted adults in history — and trading is no exception. Paul shares practical strategies to build mental toughness and improve your trading...

Feeling exhausted by the ups and downs of trading? In this episode of Talking Trading , trading mentor Louise Bedford talks with Dr Kay Bretz , ultramarathoner and mindset expert, about how to overcome trading burnout, emotional fatigue, and inconsistency in the Australian sharemarket . You’ll learn how to build resilience, develop discipline, and stay mentally strong through market volatility — j...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford sits down with market strategist Henry Jennings to explore how your unique trading DNA — the fixed personality traits you bring to the table — can impact your success in the Australian sharemarket. Henry shares practical strategies to help you understand and harness your natural strengths, assess your trading capabilities, and improve your tradin...

In this Talking Trading episode, Louise Bedford welcomes legendary trader Linda Raschke to share her expert insights on managing the emotional highs and lows of sharemarket trading. Linda reveals practical strategies to help traders in Australia and beyond maintain discipline and thrive in volatile market conditions. If you want to learn from a true Market Wizard and strengthen your trading psycho...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford sits down with AI expert Dr Kendra Vant to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of trading. Is your trading edge at risk, or are there new opportunities emerging? Discover what’s real versus hype and how traders in Australia and beyond can adapt to this rapidly changing landscape. If you want to stay ahead in sharemarket tr...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford talks with Michael Katz about how losing $91,000 in just three days became the catalyst for building a successful global prop trading firm. Michael shares the essential risk management tactics, mindset shifts, and lessons learned that helped him turn his trading career around. If you’re interested in how funded traders grow their portfolios witho...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford chats with Philippa Hunt about the crucial role your money personality plays in shaping your trading results. Learn how understanding your unique financial behaviour can unlock new levels of trading and investing success and boost your confidence in navigating the Australian sharemarket. If you want to improve your trading psychology and make sma...

Is fear stopping you from taking the trades you know you should? In this episode of Talking Trading , trading mentor Louise Bedford sits down with Dr Amy Silver , author of The Loudest Guest , to explore how fear impacts decision-making and confidence in the Australian sharemarket . You’ll learn practical mindset tools to manage fear, strengthen emotional resilience , and stay calm under pressure...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford talks with David Pasqualone about how the obstacles traders face can actually become powerful growth opportunities. David shares inspiring stories and practical strategies to help you overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve your trading goals in the Australian sharemarket. If you’re looking to strengthen your trading psychology and wan...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford sits down with Paralympian Don Elgin to uncover mindset hacks that help traders push through setbacks and stay motivated. Don shares powerful lessons from his own journey overcoming challenges, showing how traders in Australia can apply these strategies to build resilience and thrive despite market volatility. If you want to strengthen your tradi...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford talks with high-performance coach Craig Harper about overcoming fear, distractions, and self-doubt in the markets. Craig shares proven strategies to help traders in Australia build mental toughness, stay disciplined, and rewire limiting beliefs for lasting success in sharemarket trading and investing If you want to strengthen your trading psychol...

In this milestone Talking Trading episode, Louise Bedford draws on over 30 years of experience to share hard-earned lessons and essential mindset shifts for navigating market meltdowns. Learn how to maintain focus and emotional control when the Australian sharemarket is volatile and uncertainty is high. If you’ve ever doubted your trading decisions or want to strengthen your trading psychology dur...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Australian trading mentor Louise Bedford shares powerful trading psychology strategies to help you overcome emotional biases, self-sabotage, and decision fatigue . Discover how to build mental strength, improve discipline, and boost your confidence when trading the Australian sharemarket . Louise breaks down practical mindset tools every trader needs to stay ca...

Are you trading for freedom or for the photo? In this episode of Talking Trading , trading mentor Louise Bedford exposes why chasing luxury and status symbols like Lamborghinis and lavish lifestyles can sabotage your trading psychology and long-term results. Discover how to redefine wealth , make smarter trading decisions, and focus on sustainable success in the Australian sharemarket — not just f...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford teams up with property expert Michael Yardney to explore strategies for staying confident, calm, and profitable during volatile market conditions. Hear insights from two seasoned investors—one specialising in shares, the other in property—and learn how traders in Australia can maintain discipline and focus when markets get wild. If you want to im...

In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford explores how AI and machine learning are transforming the way traders uncover market patterns, optimise strategies, and manage risk. Discover how traders in Australia can harness these cutting-edge technologies to gain a smarter, sharper trading edge in the sharemarket. If you want to stay ahead of the curve and boost your trading performance, th...

Are you overanalysing every chart, second-guessing entries, and feeling mentally drained by the markets? In this episode of Talking Trading , trading mentor Louise Bedford teams up with mindset coach and NLP expert Rik Schnabel to reveal how decision fatigue quietly sabotages even the most experienced traders. Discover how to overcome mental exhaustion , make confident trading decisions , and stay...

Do you ever question your system, hesitate on entries, or bail out too early? In this episode of Talking Trading , trading mentor Louise Bedford unpacks how self-doubt and fear can quietly destroy your trading performance — and what to do about it. Learn simple, science-backed mindset strategies to boost your trading confidence , stay disciplined , and trust your process in the Australian sharemar...

Are you risking too much on every trade — or worse, trading without a clear risk plan? In this episode of Talking Trading , trading mentor Louise Bedford speaks with Joshua Lewis about the risk management systems that separate winning traders and business owners from the rest. You’ll learn how to protect your capital , stay calm under pressure , and create bulletproof trading systems that deliver...