Power Trading Radio - A Trader's Perspective On Investing In Stocks, Futures, Forex, Options Podcast

Alone in studio, Merlin looks to answer several listener questions covering a wide variety of currencies and commodities. Merlin focuses on the Euro, and offers some insights as to what to expect from the ECB press conference on Thursday. He also looks at gold and the potential to jump on the momentum.

Roger and Merlin’s friendship dates back to 1998 when they both traded on the floor at Block trading in Irvine California. The duo talks about the old days from the trading floor and things they learned along the way. They then turn to the evolution of Online Trading Academy’s course content and how it has drastically improved over the years.

John and Merlin go over many significant market moving topics including: FXCM, Swiss National Bank, Global Currencies, Crude Oil, Bitcoin, Fiat Currencies, Bonds and Much more! Tune in and get your fix!

For most, the biggest battle is not the market, but what goes on in their head. Dr. Woody Johnson joins Merlin via phone to talk about some of the major challenges traders face, and how to overcome those issues. Several listeners send in questions which Merlin and Dr. Johnson address live on air.

Commodities have had a rough time of late! Oil is getting crushed, copper falling like a rock, and others languishing with a strong dollar and potential global recession. Master trader, Don Dawson joins Merlin Rothfeld for a look at the driving forces behind these commodities and offers insights into where they may be headed next. The duo also answer several listener questions which are also in line with the Futures theme.

Tim Pesut joins Merlin from Kansas City where he is teaching a Forex class at Online Trading Academy. Time takes a look at the Aussie dollar and its upcoming problems. Weakness in Asia and a global recession could crush the Aussie, to levels which Tim feels would be below Governor Stevens stated targets. The duo also talk about the Euro, the Yen and several other listeners trading questions.

Master instructor Scott McCormick joins Merlin  live from Florida, to talk about the current trends in the Equity & Currency markets. Scott offers some insights into how mud managers are fairing with the increased volatility, and stresses modifying time frames to better adapt to price fluctuations.

The Ambassador of Opportunity John O'Donnell joins Merlin for a look at the recent surge in share buyback programs by most major corporations. Does this signal a buying opportunity? The duo also take a look at the recent unemployment data release, exposing some serious flaws.

Markets continued their vicious bounce to the upside, almost erasing all losses for 2015! This recent bounce has also triggered some new trades for Paul Orme, who follows a strict, rule bases approached to the markets. This methodology, called ProActive investing, applies the patented Online Trading Academy core methodology. Paul also addresses several key flaws investors are most likely making which is slowly sucking profits out of their account, regardless of market direction.

Trader Steve Bobbitt joins Merlin for a look at the upcoming volatility and how to handle it. Steve also talks about the Euro, the US Dollar, Natural Gas and much more.

Oil continues to plummet, and the dollar keeps motoring to the upside. Both of these factors are having significant effects on the global currency markets. Add to that the upcoming vote by Greece to leave the European Union, and you have the makings for some epic market moves! Master trader Rick Wright joins Merlin live in studio to talk about these issues and offer a crazy prediction for the Euro!!!

The first official trading week of 2015 under way, major moves were going down! Oil down 5%, DOW down over 300… could this just be the beginning?!? Market veteran Bill Henner joins Merlin for a look at these instruments and more to get a clearer understanding of where and when to get into these volatile moves. Bill also offer us insights into where he sees things going in 2015.

For the first show of 2015, guest host John O'Donnell visits with special guest Peter Klein, Professor of Applied Social Sciences at the the University of Missouri, and Professor II at the the Norwegian School of Economics.  Insightful commentary ensues on a great many subjects.  HAPPY NEW YEAR!

For the last show of 2014, guest host John O'Donnell visits with special guest Patrick Barron from the Mises Institue.  Insightful commentary ensues on a great many subjects.

An Integral Part of the XLT program, Brandon Tristan joins Merlin for a look back at 2014. The dou talk about Oil, the Dollar, Supply $ Demand, Market Timing and the importance of Risk Managment. They also discuss the Aussie Japanese Yen Currency Pair per a listener request. Brandon also offers some insights into what he will be doing different in 2015.

As the markets slow down for the holidays, Merlin sits down with long time floor trader, Craig Weil to look at some of the memorable moments from his trading floor days. The duo talk about current markets, risk management, Black Monday and Platform shoes!

Dr. Mark Thornton, John O’Donnell and Merlin Rothfeld talk about the “Chicago Plan” and how it might make our markets more stable by not permitting fractional reserve banking. The trio also discuss Oil, the US dollar, Mises.org and the Austrian School of Economics.

Merlin welcomes Diana Hill to the show to talk about the 4 new real estate classes she is creating for Online Trading Academy. Diana addresses some of the big misconceptions in the industry and precipitated by late night television.

The newly appointed Director of Student Services, Larry Jacobson joins Merlin to talk about his new role at Online Trading Academy, as well as what is happening in his Options class this week. Merlin and Larry look at the Greeks, and their utility in managing risk while trading options, as well as the when to use which options trading strategy.

Another massive move down for the Ruble creates more global tension! Steve Misic joins Merlin to add his thoughts on the topic and where the plays may be. Steve stresses the benefits for options trading to capitalize on over inflated premiums at present moment. He also offers some insight into the US Dollar, Japanese yen, Aussie Dollar, and the Kiwi.