Power Trading Radio

Merlin and John welcome back Joe Salerno for a look at the war on cash. Not your typical currency war that the Central banks play, but an actual push to get rid of the use of cash. Why would this be happening, and what are the opportunities in alternative currencies? Tune in and find out!

Traditional investment advisors point investors to the bond market to generate income, yet that is a dangerous undertaking in these markets. Master trader, Darek Zelek joins Merlin for a look at how he uses options to grow his portfolios and generate the desired rate of return he is looking for. The duo look at several examples of options trades on assets like Oil and Gold.

Before diving into current markets, and the ridiculous Wednesday rally, Merlin jumps on the soapbox to rant about the current FIFA issues flooding the media. Why all this attention on FIFA when our Elected officials are just as guilty? Later, Merlin talks about the Semiconductor sector, which was the major catalyst for Wednesday’s rally.

John and Merlin take a look at setting realistic expectations for traders as many believe that they will be getting ridiculously high market returns. Focus shifts to having a trading plan, discipline, and risk management. John also offers his insights into where the price of gold may be headed as well as tools to help spot market turns.

It took 5 years to happen, but we finally get Gina Monetti on the show! Gina is instrumental in student support, XLT, Mastermind, Clubhouse, ProPicks and much more at Online Trading Academy! Gina talks about her role and how it all revolves around student success. Later, Gina talks about her trading style and where she sees the market headed.

17 year veteran at the NYMEX, John Rowland joins Merlin to talk about trading energy and natural resources. Having traded for the past 30 years, John gives some insights in to his evolution as a trader and his specialization in natural gas and oil.

Traveling around the US, living the life of a trader, Joann Farley joins Merlin to talk about her daily role with Online Trading Academy helping people around the world achieve their financial dreams. The duo covers the XLT program, ProPicks and other resources available to traders which will help them stay focused and disciplined. Joann also answers some listener questions live on air.

“The Ambassador of Opportunity”, John O’Donnell shares with listeners several important pieces of economic data which support a recessionary environment. Will the markets crash? Who knows. But everyone should be a little skeptical of the all time highs the market is putting in! Take some profit and be ready!