Best Backtesting Podcasts (2025)

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The Key to Backtesting: Your Library of Columns 46:09

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7d ago46:09

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The second episode in our series on creating profitable strategies using backtesting. We review: How most traders backtest the wrong way How to add columns to your backtest What columns make the most sense How your "library of columns" gets more and more valuable over timeBy Dave Mabe and Michael Nauss

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OIC 2025 Conversations: The Mysteries of 0DTE Backtesting with Option Omega 18:06

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Join us as we explore the mysteries and nuances that emerge when trying to backtest 0DTE options strategies with Troy McNeil, Co-Founder of Option Omega.By The Options Insider Radio Network

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Inside the BDH with Patrick Wieland | Trading, Mindset & the Grind Behind the #1 Futures Stream 1:24:56

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In this episode, we step inside the BDH—Patrick Wieland’s streaming headquarters—for a full-access tour of his world: elite trading setups, exotic cars, and even his full racing simulator. But it’s more than just flash. Patrick opens up about the real grind it took to become the #1 futures day trading streamer. We dive deep into his trading philoso…

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Delisting Foreign Companies For National Security 17:46

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On this episode we are joined in the Southern Studio during the Options Industry Conference by: Jim Toes, President, Securities Traders Association Jim and Mark discuss: The nuances involved in deslisting foreign companies in the name of national security. His thoughts on the 0DTE Mag 7 proposal - does it make sense for the options markets? Do we h…

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Episode 408: Is Gold Just Nature’s Bitcoin? with Dana Samuelson 23:02

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In this episode, we ask: Do you remember the neon-colored push pop? What executive order did FDR sign regarding gold? Why did he prohibit gold? What were the consequences for noncompliance with the order? What happened in the early 1970s? What’s happening with Bitcoin today? What is gold’s status this year? What are the risks? Who is Dana Samuelson…

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Why Dobbing Is My Favourite Betfair Strategy (And How You Can Use It Too) 23:54

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In this episode, I dive into my all-time favourite horse racing strategy on Betfair: Dobbing—aka Double or Bust. I’ll walk you through: What Dobbing actually is (in simple terms) Why it works so well—even if your horse doesn't win The exact traits I look for when picking a Dob trade And why this strategy has stood the test of time for me Whether yo…

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Has NASDAQ Cracked the 0DTE Nvidia Code? 25:35

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On this episode, we are joined in the Southern Studio during the Options Conference by: Dave Barrett, Head of Options Strategy at Nasdaq Dave and Mark discuss: Nasdaq's potentially game-changing proposal for 0DTE Tesla, Nvidia and more. Will we finally be able to trade 0DTE options on single-name equities? Let's find out... Plus they discuss: the s…

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Exploring the Dangerous world of Gamma Bombs with SpotGamma 16:53

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During the Options Industry Conference, we were joined by Matt Fox, CEO, SpotGamma. Mark and Matt discuss: WTH is SpotGamma? Are 0DTE options just gamma bombs waiting to go off? How should gamma inform your trading? Should we expand 0DTE to equity options? and much more...By The Options Insider Radio Network

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465 A Beginner’s Guide to Key Trading Terms | Beginner Trading Course (3 of 6) 8:22

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Click here to register for my FREE Masterclass: https://autc.pro/TSSeng-pod?utm_source=spreaker&utm_medium=poden&utm_content=465&sl=spreaker-poden-465By Unger Academy

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Episode 1: The Future of Betfair Horse Racing Trading Starts Now! 22:11

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Welcome to the very first episode of the LightSpeed Stats Podcast — your new home for smarter, faster horse racing trading on Betfair. In this launch episode, Martin (co-founder of LightSpeed Stats) shares why this podcast exists, who it’s for, and what to expect in the weeks ahead. You’ll learn: Why most traders never reach consistent profits The …

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Episode 407: Dependable Dividends 17:05

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In this episode, we ask: What can be intimidating? What about big, life-long decisions? How do dividends work? How can you regain certainty, control and safety in the midst of a very uncertain world? What did Mark learn in school from his math teacher? Who does Mark have great respect for? What takes courage? How have the stock markets done this ye…

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking 0DTE, 24-Hour Trading and Spooky Volatility with Tradier 22:42

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We are joined in the Southern Studio by: Kevin “Lex” Luthringshausen, SVP Strategic Partnerships, Tradier Peter Laptewicz, President of Brokerage, Tradier Mark, Lex and Peter discuss: How the recent volatility may be spooking some of tradiers more aggressive clients. The evolving 0DTE landscape and what the next products should be. Should options g…

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464 Which Markets Should You Choose? | Beginner Trading Course (2 of 6) 11:00

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Click here to register for my FREE Masterclass: https://autc.pro/TSSeng-pod?utm_source=spreaker&utm_medium=poden&utm_content=464&sl=spreaker-poden-464By Unger Academy

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You're Probably Backtesting Wrong 44:04

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The first episode in a mini-series on how to create a trading strategy using backtesting.By Dave Mabe and Michael Nauss

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Confessions: Next Gen #2 - Aubrey | From ORBs to Inner Edge 49:46

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On this episode of Confessions: Next Gen, AllxDayxRay sits down with one of our longest-standing room members Aubrey, aka “orb’rey.” Aubrey started out chasing opening range breakouts, but over the years, his game has matured into something deeper, more nuanced, and more personal. We talk trading philosophy, evolution, mistakes, process review, and…

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Episode 406: Avoid the Pitfalls of Infinite Banking Knockoffs with Brandon Neely 18:39

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In this episode, we ask: Is it a knockoff? Can you imagine this? Does it provide security or chaos? Who is Brandon Neely? What did Brandon learn at the I.B.C. Think Tank? What changes have happened in the last few years? What impact does Nelson Nash’s work, Becoming Your Own Banker still have? What are the challenges of maintaining Nelson Nash’s or…

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463 Why Trading Just Makes Sense | Beginner Trading Course (1 of 6) 8:15

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Click here to register for my FREE Masterclass: https://autc.pro/TSSeng-pod?utm_source=spreaker&utm_medium=poden&utm_content=463&sl=spreaker-poden-463By Unger Academy

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How Real Traders Use AI to Trade 48:15

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We discuss Dave's recent experience using ChatGPT to create the Strategy Cruncher, a tool for optimizing your trading strategies. Prediction market for who will have the best AI model by the end of the year.By Dave Mabe and Michael Nauss

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Episode 405: [Mailbag] Your Questions, Our Answers 14:37

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In this episode, we ask: What questions do you have? Would you like to join our FREE! Not Your Financial Community? Can someone use an annuity to roll money out of a qualified plan like a 401(k) or an IRA? Is this for people over 59.5 or younger than age 59.5? Can you get money out of a 401(k) and into a life insurance policy? What about the tax bi…

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking Options Education, 0DTE and Diversification at Gunpoint with Robinhood 28:40

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We are joined in the Southern Studio at OIC 2025 by: Steve Quirk, Chief Brokerage Officer at Robinhood. Mark and Steve discuss: How Robinhood's clientele is handling these extremely volatile markets. Should EVERTHING trade 24/7? What is the best way to expand 0DTE into the equity options realm? How do you get the tiktok generation to engage with de…

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What Metric Should You Be Optimizing For? 47:53

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Every trader has an opinion on what the perfect metric is to evaluate a strategy and to optimize on. We discuss our favorites and why.By Dave Mabe and Michael Nauss

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Episode 404: Escape the Grind! Jason Duncan’s Exiter Club 18:16

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In this episode, we ask: Are you in the daily grind? Do you need a better strategy? Who is Jason Duncan? Would you like to listen to Episode 289? Who needs their time back? Who needs their business on track for maximum valuation? What’s Jason’s story? What about focus: following one course until successful? What epiphany did Jason have in July of 2…

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Exploring Illiquid Liquidity with All Options USA 21:10

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Next up in the Southern Studio: Mathieu Boivin-Carrier, Director, All Options USA We discuss: Providing liquidity in less-liquid options The upcoming Nasdaq pilot for 0DTE single-name equity options Why would you start a prop shop in Austin? The problems with allocations for newer market makers. Should options trade 24 hours a day? and much more...…

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How Far Back Should Your Backtest Look Good? 46:21

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"If your backtest looks great for the last 3 months, why do you care what it looked like before that?" A trader Dave started coaching recently asked this question. The answer cuts to the core of why most traders give up on a trading strategy and end up quitting trading altogether. The Spurious Correlations website that was mentioned in the podcast.…

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Confessions: Next Gen #1 – Pierre | From Discord Trader to Risk Analyst 44:52

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In this debut episode of Confessions: Next Gen, we sit down with Pierre—a spirited young trader who went from lighting up Zoom happy hours to landing a job at Apex Fintech as a risk analyst. Known for his aggressive trading style and larger-than-life personality, Pierre reflects on his early days in trading, what he learned from multiple blow ups, …

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Episode 403: Backtesting IULs and Stocks. When Past Performance Doesn’t Even Predict Past Performance! 14:14

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In this episode, we ask: What was born 129 years ago today? What has Mark learned? Have you ever seen the phrase, past performance is no guarantee of future results? What about marketing? What about backtesting? What is an index? How is the Dow Jones constructed? How are the stocks in the S&P weighted? What is the supersized Dow? What about target …

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Catching Up With Public 17:48

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Couldn't make it to OIC this year? We've got you covered with exclusive panel content and interviews from the show. Next up - Sam Nofzinger, GM of Brokerage, Public Sam discusses: The status of Public's first foray into the options market? The new proposal for 0DTE options in the Mag 7 stocks. Should options trade 24 hours a day? the state of optio…

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462 We Tested Larry Williams’ Oops Pattern – The Results Might Surprise You 12:07

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Click here to register for my FREE Masterclass: https://autc.pro/TSSeng-pod?utm_source=spreaker&utm_medium=poden&utm_content=462&sl=spreaker-poden-462By Unger Academy

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What to Prioritize 48:01

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You've got a lot of ideas, each requiring a certain amount of work. How do you decide what trading ideas are likely to pan out? Improving an existing strategy Creating a new strategy Related workflow tasks The ICE MethodBy Dave Mabe and Michael Nauss

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking 0DTE, 24-hour Trading and More with tastytrade 18:23

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Couldn't make it to OIC this year? We've got you covered with exclusive panel content and interviews from the show. First up - JJ Kinahan, CEO of IG Group North American and President of Tastylive. JJ discusses: The new proposal for 0DTE options in the Mag 7 stocks. Should options trade 24 hours a day? the state of options education? and much more.…

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking New Exchanges with IEX 30:18

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On this episode Mark is joined in the Southern Studio by: John Palmer, Head of Options, IEX Ivan Brown, Chief Operating Officer of Optios, IEX They discuss Do we really need a 19th options exchange? What can IEX bring to the table that is different from every other options exchange? How can you protect market makers from dangerous errors and stale …

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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking 0DTE, 24-Hour Trading and More with Clear Street 18:51

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We are joined in the Southern Studio by: Thomas Bonville, Managing Director, Head of Derivative Sales, Clear Street We discuss: 24-hour options trading The potential for 0DTE single-name equity options and much more...By The Options Insider Radio Network

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Episode 402: Fee Comparisons of Bank On Yourself® Whole Life vs. Investments with Evan Greathouse 18:44

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In this episode, we ask: How might you finance your future without the fees? How might you grow and accumulate wealth? How about the transformative reality of whole life insurance? Who is Evan Greathouse? How about comparing the costs? How about a case study? Would you like to hear Episode 143? What about irregular or variable premium amounts? What…

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Episode #130: Grant Cardone on Real Estate/BTC Fund, Never Touching Stocks & Trump Tariff Playbook 1:04:42

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In this episode of Confessions of a Market Maker, Ray and JJ sit down with legendary real estate mogul and 10X entrepreneur Grant Cardone for an unfiltered conversation on wealth, risk, and navigating the shifting terrain of American business. From building a Bitcoin-backed real estate fund to his lifelong refusal to touch the stock market, Cardone…

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Why Not Automate Your Trades? 34:06

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We discuss the most common objections traders have to using automation and how to get over the hump.By Dave Mabe and Michael Nauss