Talking Trading | Australian Sharemarket Strategies, Education & Trading Psychology

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...

Are you working harder… but not getting ahead? In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with property expert and wealth strategist Michael Yardney to explore a powerful shift in thinking - why trading time for money will only take you so far, and what you need to do instead to build real wealth. This conversation goes beyond productivity tips. It challenges the belief that more...

Today’s guest is Vibha Jha , a two-time runner-up in the US Investing Championship , who once experienced a crushing 70% loss in a particular position. Now she achieves triple-digit returns by trading leveraged ETFs like TQQQ. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by volatile markets, doubted your rules, or let emotions derail your trades – this episode is for you. Here are 3 reasons to stick around for...

Most traders focus on charts and indicators, but long-term success in the Australian sharemarket depends on far more than technical signals. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford is joined by Wall Street veteran Eddie Z, who brings nearly four decades of experience across multiple market cycles. Eddie shares what surviving the crashes of 2000, 2008, and 2020 taught him about trading...

Most traders don’t struggle because they lack knowledge. They struggle because they don’t trust themselves when it matters. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford unpacks the real source of trading confidence – not bravado, not certainty, and not pretending you know what the market will do next, but self-trust: the quiet confidence that allows clean execution under pressure. If you’ve...

Blockchain is everywhere in the headlines, but separating signal from noise can feel exhausting. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford sits down with blockchain investment expert Mitch Mechigian to explain blockchain in plain English. Together, they unpack what the technology actually does, why it matters beyond Bitcoin, and how professional investors are approaching digital assets w...

 If you’re learning ASX trading or sharemarket investing in Australia , one of the biggest questions beginners face is how to trade like a professional. Many beginners think sitting on the sidelines is safe. But in the sharemarket, the cost of doing nothing can quietly destroy your wealth . Inflation erodes savings, opportunities pass by, and uncertainty keeps people from getting started. In this...

Fear. It can freeze you… or it can forge you. In this deeply personal episode, Louise Bedford sits down with Anne Wicking and Jo Wiese from What’s Fear Got to Do With It? to explore how fear shapes who we become - in life, and in trading. From a childhood marked by poverty and addiction, to health crises that stole her voice and nearly her future, Louise opens up like never before. She shares the...

Trading isn’t just about charts, strategies, or indicators - it’s about how you think, feel, and respond when the pressure is on. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford explores the psychological foundations that underpin long-term trading success. From self-sabotage and money beliefs to handling losses and staying mentally steady, this conversation focuses on the inner skills every t...

The summer break is over. The routines are back. And if you want 2026 to be different in your trading, it starts with one thing: follow-through. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford tackles one of the biggest performance blockers for traders - hesitation. Not the kind that keeps you safe, but the kind that keeps you small: waiting for certainty, delaying decisions, and watching oppo...

Getting started with share trading in Australia can feel overwhelming... especially when you’re not sure who to trust or where to begin. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford walks you through the core foundations every beginner trader needs to start safely and build confidence in the Australian sharemarket. This is a practical, plain-English guide designed to help you understand how...

Algorithmic trading promises consistency, discipline, and freedom from emotion - but for many traders, reality looks very different. In this episode of Talking Trading , Louise Bedford is joined by systematic trading expert Adrian Reid to uncover the silent killer behind so many underperforming algo trading systems: human psychology . You might have a well-built algorithm. The logic is solid. The...

This is the final Talking Trading episode of 2025 — and it’s designed to help you finish the year clear-headed and step into 2026 with purpose. First, Chris Tate delivers his 2025 Australian sharemarket wrap , cutting through the noise to explain what actually worked, what failed, and the major trends that shaped the year. If you’re trading in Australia, this segment will help you understand where...