

Talking Trading | Australian Sharemarket Strategies, Education & Trading Psychology
Created by best-selling author and trader - Louise Bedford
Want trading clarity, structure, and confidence - without spending all day staring at your screen or second-guessing every decision? This weekly podcast, hosted by Louise Bedford, best-selling author and sharemarket educator, helps time-poor traders build a calm, repeatable approach to trading the Australian sharemarket.Whether you’re new to trading or frustrated that your results don’t match your effort, you’ll learn practical trading psychology, risk management, and sharemarket strategies you can apply straight away.Episodes cover everything from beginner foundations to advanced insights drawn from Louise’s long-running trading Mentor Program. You'll learn what to trade, how to manage risk, and how to execute with discipline when it matters most.If you’re tired of confusion, emotional decision-making, and inconsistent results, Talking Trading shows you how to trade with confidence. Listen, and you'll never approach the markets in the same way again...Visit www.talkingtrading.com.au for more resources.
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Mar 18, 2025 • 45min
Building a Resilient Portfolio: Lessons from 2024 to Shape Success in 2025 | Sharemarket Trading & Trading in Australia
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with Jason McIntosh from Motion Trader to explore key strategies for building a resilient portfolio in 2025 and beyond.From spotting opportunities beyond large-cap stocks to sticking to your trading plan, Jason shares practical insights to help traders in Australia maximise returns and navigate the evolving sharemarket.If you want to sharpen your sharemarket trading skills and prepare for success in the year ahead, this episode is a must-listen.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Mar 11, 2025 • 30min
Master Systematic Trading or Perish! | Sharemarket Trading & Trading Psychology
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford talks with Adrian Reid about how systematic trading can boost your performance and give you a competitive edge.Discover how backtesting both your trading systems and your emotional responses helps remove bias and build confidence in your trading decisions.If you want to improve your trading psychology and succeed in the Australian sharemarket with proven strategies, this episode is a must-listen.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Mar 4, 2025 • 30min
Struggling to Succeed in Prop Trading? How to Turn Setbacks into Strengths | Australian Sharemarket Psychology
Are you putting in the effort but still not seeing results in prop trading? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford speaks with Will Davies, who turned personal challenges — including Tourette’s — into a powerful advantage in the Australian sharemarket.If you’ve ever wondered what prop trading actually is, or how proprietary traders make money using a firm’s capital rather than their own, we’ll cover the fundamentals in this episode — along with the mindset, risk control, and emotional discipline that separate the pros from the rest.Will shares how he went from self-doubt and frustration to elite-level trading performance, mastering focus, structure, and discipline through the Trading Mentor Program. His story reveals what it really takes to thrive in prop trading — and how to turn adversity into your greatest trading edge.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Feb 25, 2025 • 43min
Has the Australian Property Market Peaked? Smart Strategies for Investors & Traders | Sharemarket & Property Investing in Australia
Worried the Australian property market has gone off the boil? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford chats with Brendan Kelly about what’s really happening in property — and how smart investors can still find opportunity when others panic.You’ll hear honest insights on regional market trends, rising interest rates, and how to balance property and sharemarket investing for long-term wealth.If you’re juggling time, chasing passive income, or looking for practical ways to protect and grow your financial future in Australia, this episode is packed with strategies every investor should hear.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Feb 18, 2025 • 34min
Are Hidden Money Beliefs Sabotaging Your Trades? How to Rewire Your Mind for Success | Australian Sharemarket Psychology
Are your unconscious beliefs about money holding you back from trading success? In this episode of Talking Trading, trading mentor Louise Bedford speaks with Chaz Horn about how hidden money scripts can quietly sabotage your trading psychology and performance in the Australian sharemarket.You’ll learn how to identify and rewrite limiting beliefs, build emotional resilience, and turn mindset setbacks into stepping stones for sustainable success.If you’re serious about improving your trading results, mastering your investor psychology, and building lasting confidence in your decision-making, this episode will show you how to shift from self-sabotage to strength.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Feb 11, 2025 • 29min
Get Funded as a Trader: Insider Secrets | Sharemarket Trading
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford sits down with industry expert Saul Lokier, who has funded thousands of traders.Discover how getting funded can remove common barriers and boost your trading results in the Australian sharemarket. Saul shares insider tips and actionable strategies to help you access capital and trade with confidence.If you want to take your trading to the next level with support from a proven funding program, this episode is a must-listen.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Feb 3, 2025 • 41min
A Fresh Take on 2025: Market Insights and Trading Strategies with Henry Jennings | Sharemarket Trading & Trading in Australia
Start 2025 with expert market insights from Henry Jennings in this episode of Talking Trading.Henry shares his outlook for the year, focusing on small and mid-cap stocks, and offers practical strategies to help traders navigate today’s market challenges in the Australian sharemarket.Whether you’re a seasoned trader or just starting your trading journey, this episode is full of valuable advice to set you up for success.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Jan 21, 2025 • 55min
5 Critical Warning Signs You Won’t Have Enough to Retire | Trading in Australia & Sharemarket Trading
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford uncovers five critical warning signs that could jeopardise your ability to retire comfortably.Learn about the key risks and practical strategies to protect your financial future and take control of your retirement plans in Australia.If you want to build a secure financial foundation through smart sharemarket trading and investing, this episode is essential listening.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 16min
Are You Mentally Tough? Sports and Trading Mindset Lessons | Trading Psychology & Sharemarket Trading
In this special Talking Trading Summer Series episode, Louise Bedford revisits a deep conversation with Dr Harry Stanton and Chris Tate exploring the mental toughness required in both elite sports and trading.Discover how the intense stress and pressure athletes face mirrors the challenges traders experience in the Australian sharemarket—and learn strategies to strengthen your trading psychology and resilience.If you want to build mental toughness and improve your trading mindset, this episode is a must-listen.Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Dec 14, 2024 • 42min
Trade Smarter, Not Harder – 2024 Market Wrap | Chris Tate, Louise Bedford - Sharemarket Education & Investing Insights
Chris Tate and Louise Bedford close out 2024 with a sharemarket education masterclass on how to trade smarter, not harder. Discover the top market performers of the year – from US tech leaders to emerging opportunities in smaller markets – and learn how to streamline your trading strategy for greater results. Packed with trading psychology tips, market analysis, and practical strategies for the Australian sharemarket, this episode will set you up to spot trends, avoid costly mistakes, and make 2025 your most profitable year yet. Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it’s exhausting. You’re putting in the effort, but your results just aren’t where you want them to be.It’s time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It’s designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia’s leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn


