The Options Millionaire

Peter & Travis
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Apr 2, 2026 • 19min

Why Most Traders Stay Inconsistent And the Process That Fixes It

Send us Fan MailMost traders don’t fail because they pick bad stocks.They fail because they don’t have a process.They rely on instinct, headlines, and emotion—jumping in and out of trades without a consistent framework. And when results are inconsistent, they assume the problem is the strategy… when in reality, the problem is the lack of a repeatable system.In this episode, we’re going to break that down.We’ll walk through what a true trading process looks like—from how you define market conditions, to how you structure entries and exits, to how you manage risk in a way that protects capital and compounds returns over time.We’ll also address one of the most common mistakes traders make when building a system: overfitting—where a strategy looks perfect on paper but fails in real market conditions.The objective here is not to help you predict the market.It’s to help you operate with consistency inside it.Because the traders who win long-term aren’t the ones with the best picks—they’re the ones with the most disciplined process.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 18min

Why Traders Stay Stuck (And How to Finally Break Through)

They unpack why traders plateau, from strategy hopping and overtrading to emotional decision-making. Practical fixes include creating repeatable processes with checklists and trade journals. Emphasis on risk management, waiting for A+ setups, and using trade reviews to stop repeating mistakes. They set realistic timelines for learning, consistency, and scaling.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 42min

How To Profit When Stocks Fall; A Beginner's Guide to Put Options

Learn how falling markets can become opportunities through put options. The conversation covers using puts for protection, hedging against index drops, and simple bearish strategies to practice. Timing, strike selection, and the tradeoffs of cost versus coverage are explored. Real crash examples illustrate how insurance-like puts behaved in 1987, 2008, 2020 and 2022.
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Mar 5, 2026 • 42min

Episode 74 - The Retirement Trap: Why Your 401(k) Might Not Work the Way You Think

Send us Fan MailWould you start a business with a partner who takes a guaranteed share of your profits, offers no protection during losses, and controls when you can access your money? That’s the uncomfortable comparison many people make when looking at tax-deferred retirement accounts. In this episode, we unpack the hidden trade-offs of traditional retirement planning and explore smarter ways to build and protect your wealth.Links:https://optionswealthacademy.com/l/pdp/owa-options-mini-courseAsymmetry of Returns: https://www.gravitonwealth.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Graviton-Unpacking-Absolute-Return-Final.pdfHelp support our channel with some cool OWA Merchandise. Head over to:www.optionswealthacademy.com and click on the link in the upper navigation bar labeled OWA Store.
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Feb 27, 2026 • 19min

Episode 73 - Technical Analysis

Send us Fan MailIn this episode you get a special treat. Peter shares a video that only paid members of the Options Wealth Academy have access to.However, due to the market uncertainty, he wanted to share this information with everyone to help them tame their emotions when it comes to trading and investing in the Stock Market.While this episode will provide you with valuable information on the podcast, we've created a link to allow you to access the video portion for free by simply signing up to the Options Wealth Academy's free course site.Click on the link below to access the video portion of this podcast:https://optionswealthacademy.com/l/pdp/owa-options-mini-course
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Feb 19, 2026 • 24min

Episode 72 - Why You Must Master Navigating A Complex Market

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Peter will walk you through the skillset of how to master navigating a complex market.Strategies are important, but your emotional state and how you handle different market conditions will set you apart from other investors and traders.For more information, head over to:www.optionswealthacademy.comHelp support our channel with some cool OWA Merchandise. Head over to:www.optionswealthacademy.com and click on the link in the upper navigation bar labeled OWA Store.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 42min

Episode 71 - Covered Calls

Clear breakdown of covered calls and how they differ from naked calls. A live platform demo contrasts paper/on-demand accounts with real-money trading. Practical strike-choice comparisons: ATM, ITM, OTM and the tradeoffs of income versus upside. Warnings about influencer demos, myths like cost-basis tricks, and realistic return expectations over time.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 41min

Episode 70 - Our Biggest Mistakes Trading

Two traders unpack their biggest mistakes in options and the costly lessons that followed. They compare math examples showing how contributions and compounding change outcomes. Stories include risky put selling, large losses from market drops, and paper-trade pitfalls. The conversation stresses building systems for saving, giving, rebalancing, and maintaining conservative risk habits.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 47min

Episode 69 How To Build A Trading System That Fits You.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Peter and Travis share the system they use for trading.And you may be a bit surprised by what Travis shares as he's been trading for nearly three decades.Be sure to check us out at:www.optionswealthacademy.comAnd please help our channel by providing a review and comment to Peter and Travis for information on future episodes.Want us to cover something about options trading or investing, drop Peter a line at:peter@optionswealthacademy.comHelp support our channel with some cool OWA Merchandise. Head over to:www.optionswealthacademy.com and click on the link in the upper navigation bar labeled OWA Store.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 46min

Episode 68 - How To Build Monthly Options Portfolio

They outline a repeatable plan for creating monthly options income and explain why profit equals usable income. They compare buying versus selling options and highlight covered calls as a steady approach. They talk about disciplined routines, risk-management as insurance, and sticking to a few proven strategies for consistent compounding.

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