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February 23I Got a $100K Funded Account at 19. Here’s the Plan w/ Vatsal - The $100k Apprentice
At just 19 years old, Vatsal is taking on a $100k challenge with one goal in mind: secure a $10,000 payout through disciplined, structured execution. But this isn’t another hype story about overnight success in funded tr
Full episode + show notes: https://tradingnut.com/the-100k-apprentice/
Key moments
[06:54] “Building evidence is the vital part. Without structured evidence, you’re just guessing.”

[08:25] “Be dynamic — take partials or close trades based on what price is doing, not what you hope it will do.”

[12:11] “Pullbacks are generally not too large and not with momentum — manage expectations accordingly.”

[13:24] “Know when a trade is counter-trend — treat it differently than a high-probability pro-trend setup.”

[15:56] “Be ready to get out when price shows no commitment and there’s no follow-through.”

[17:41] “When the move is too impulsive and you missed it, call it a day.”

[18:06] “Turn the charts off after you miss the move — don’t chase with worse risk-reward.”

[19:54] “Performance isn’t just about profit — grade yourself on execution.”

[20:17] “Filtering low-probability trades is just as important as taking good ones.”
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RExMy8_0xKI
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21 min
February 22 I Got a $100K Funded Account at 19. Here’s the Plan w/ Vatsal – The $100k Apprentice
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He’s 19. He has a $100,000 funded account. And he’s going for a $10K payout.
This is a real-time funded trading challenge where we document the full journey of managing a $100k challenge account — including trade breakdowns, mindset preparation, missed setups, and weekly self-grading.
After years of inconsistency, Vasyl transformed his approach to funded trading using structured narrative building and evidence stacking. Now the pressure is on: protect the account, follow the rules, and execute with discipline.
Follow the journey as we track performance week by week and see whether he can turn this funded opportunity into consistent payouts.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:46 Why He Joined the Program
06:54 What Narrative Building Actually Means
08:58 What He’ll Do With a $10K Payout
09:56 Breaking Down His First Trade of the Week
14:51 Reviewing a Break-Even Trade
17:12 The Trade He Missed (And Didn’t Chase)
19:34 Grading His Own Performance
00:17 Final Thoughts
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.
22 min
December 04, 2025319. The "Holy Grail" Trading System, Automation, Macro and Mindset w/ Trader Nick
Trader Nick shares how he’s built a successful trading career by focusing on steady, consistent gains through risk management, macro analysis, and automation, rather than chasing “holy grail” setups or getting caught up
Full episode + show notes: https://tradingnut.com/trader-nick/
Key moments
[08:45] "The real Holy Grail is realizing great profitability just comes from steady, you know, consistent small gains."

[18:25] "Reduce your position size. The quickest way to improve as a trader is to trade with a minimal trade size, which erodes away a lot of the psychological side of trading and helps you to think logically about your

[20:27] "Trading is supposed to be boring. It's not supposed to be this, you know, lights in a casino feeling."

[21:33] "There's no such thing as a chart that is easier than others, in my opinion… Whatever you trade though I would say make sure it's liquid. That's a big thing. Make sure you can actually get filled on whatever you'

[23:05] "You can specialize. If you stare at charts long enough, it's hard to explain what it is, other than the word intuition. You build intuition on charts that you study really closely every single day."

[25:04] "If you want to learn fundamental analysis, the best way to do so is to read a lot of articles, watch a lot of content, and listen to a lot of interviews with economists, with portfolio managers. If you don't, fi

[29:21] "Even with good risk management… it's still very psychologically difficult. Trying to convince yourself to trade like a robot and to not have any emotions or feelings is wrong. The better approach is to acknowled

[32:32] "If you don't have anything to do on the charts, you really better close them. It's better off that you go do something else."

[34:34] "When you're selling options for premium… your win rate's really high. On my momentum side of things, I'd say it's much lower… but those strategies help smooth out the equity curve and helps with the psychologica

[43:10] "Every single trader listening to this right now will go through losing streaks that are shocking, and if you are not prepared for, if you're not ready for the outlier losing streaks and drawdowns, you're much mo
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVFmaS_6KAI
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45 min
December 03, 2025 319. The “Holy Grail” Trading System, Automation, Macro and Mindset w/ Trader Nick
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Trader Nick shares how his passion for trading, building systems, and programming led him to consistently beat the S&P 500 by combining macro fundamentals, momentum, and risk management across multiple markets. He stresses transparency, the importance of trading boring with small position sizes, and relying on good systems rather than searching for a “holy grail.”
Chapters:
00:00:00 — Introduction
00:03:38 — Nick’s Trading Journey
00:07:15 — Lessons from Building Trading Robots
00:13:58 — Managing Multiple Markets with Software
00:18:25 — #1 Tip for Beginner Traders
00:21:31 — Easiest Market for Beginners
00:24:01 — Using Macro & Fundamentals for Market Bias
00:28:38 — Dealing with Drawdowns (30% Example)
00:34:17 — Win Rates in Different Strategies
00:36:25 — Detecting Regime Shifts with Macro
00:41:00 — Trading Psychology is Overrated
00:44:15 — Final Thoughts
====== CAM'S LINKS ======
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/termsofservice/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.
45 min
November 19, 2025318. The #1 FTMO Trader’s Mindset w/ Bernd Skorupinski
In this episode, we sit down with trader and entrepreneur Bernd Skorupinski to uncover his journey from early struggles to becoming a respected figure in the prop trading world. Bernd shares raw insights on mindset, risk
Full episode + show notes: https://tradingnut.com/bernd-skorupinski/
Key moments
[14:13] "There are only a few variables that you change. You never change your strategy. You never change your execution… The only thing that you change is your risk per trade, but only when you are allowed to change it,

[22:40] "It's a must to track and be very picky with your journaling process… You need like physical proof that you need to change something. Otherwise, it's just a gut feel."

[27:45] "Once you're not yet consistent, use prop firm challenges as your driving license test… If you're not capable of passing a prop firm challenge with your strategy, don't ever touch your own money."

[29:33] "Prop trading is definitely something that I believe eventually can make normal brokers obsolete… benefits of prop trading… clearly outweigh the disadvantages…"

[44:36] "Don’t compare your journey to others or use how quickly someone else succeeded as your benchmark; focus on your own learning path and variables."

[52:56] "Treat trading as a side hustle or second business in the beginning—never quit your job too early, or you’ll add too much pressure to your trading."

[53:58] "Choose a trading style that fits your lifestyle; swing trading is recommended for most because it’s more sustainable for people with jobs and families, while day trading suits those with more time."

[60:12] "Once you’re consistent, the only way to make more money is by scaling the capital traded, not by overtrading or increasing frequency."

[61:16] "Use milestone planning to scale up—gradually increase your risk as you become comfortable, rather than making big jumps driven by greed."

[64:17] "Concentrate on the two KPIs that matter: risk-to-reward ratio and win/loss ratio; aim for at least a 1:2 risk/reward and know that even a 40% win rate with solid risk/reward leads to profitability."

[66:20] "Detach yourself from the money and focus on the process; true trading success comes only once you can disassociate emotionally from wins and losses, which takes years of experience."

[67:17] "There’s no way to fast track the process of getting comfortable with higher capital or detaching from money; experience and making your own mistakes is essential."
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kwBdV0R6H8
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Educational content only - not financial advice. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Risk disclaimer. Some links are affiliate partnerships.
1 hr 14 min
November 06, 2025317. I Quit My Profitable Business to Trade Crypto Full Time... with Niko Mercuris
Ready to take your first steps in crypto trading—or level up your strategy? In this interview, experienced trader Nico Mercuris shares real insights from nearly a decade in the crypto markets. You’ll discover practical advice on risk management, mindset, trade setups, and how to actually get consistent results, even if you’re starting with limited time or capital. If you’re interested in real-world crypto trading, this is worth your time.
Full episode + show notes: https://tradingnut.com/niko-mercuris/
Key moments
[03:01] "As long as your winners exceed your losses and you use proper risk management, you’ll be profitable."

[03:33] "Even with small accounts, take small trades and small wins. Don’t chase big profits—focus on consistency."

[08:57] "Use leverage correctly: small percentage moves with high leverage produce big returns — but only with proper risk management."

[10:17] "Crypto has predictable bull and bear cycles — study the cycles to recognize bottoms and tops."

[13:17] "Bitcoin moves the whole market — start by analyzing Bitcoin since most cryptos correlate with it."

[15:03] "Scalp short-term moves with higher leverage and take swing trades for larger trends — minutes to days is typical."

[17:49] "Crypto isn’t gambling if you stack probabilities in your favour with the right tools and data."

[24:57] "Set stop loss and take-profit targets; front-run the next resistance slightly to get triggered, then trail your stop (move to break even and then up) as price moves."

[26:13] "Detach emotionally from losses — the more you experience and accept them, the less they hurt your trading decisions."

[28:15] "Win rate matters less than risk management: you can be profitable with a 50% win rate if winners exceed losers."

[29:08] "Take profits when you have them — many traders lose gains by holding too long and then getting stopped out."
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3g6hJlryeOY
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32 min
November 05, 2025 317. I Quit My Profitable Business to Trade Crypto Full Time… with Niko Mercuris
Ready to take your first steps in crypto trading—or level up your strategy?
In this interview, experienced trader Nico Mercuris shares real insights from nearly a decade in the crypto markets. You’ll discover practical advice on risk management, mindset, trade setups, and how to actually get consistent results, even if you’re starting with limited time or capital.
If you’re interested in real-world crypto trading, this is worth your time.
Podcast Interview
Interview Link
Instagram - @nikomercurisFacebook - @NikoMercurisOfficialYouTube - @NikoMercuris
Niko's Trading Strategy
Key Lessons
[03:01] "As long as your winners exceed your losses and you use proper risk management, you’ll be profitable."
[03:33] "Even with small accounts, take small trades and small wins. Don’t chase big profits—focus on consistency."
[08:57] "Use leverage correctly: small percentage moves with high leverage produce big returns — but only with proper risk management."
[10:17] "Crypto has predictable bull and bear cycles — study the cycles to recognize bottoms and tops."
[13:17] "Bitcoin moves the whole market — start by analyzing Bitcoin since most cryptos correlate with it."
[15:03] "Scalp short-term moves with higher leverage and take swing trades for larger trends — minutes to days is typical."
[17:49] "Crypto isn’t gambling if you stack probabilities in your favour with the right tools and data."
[24:57] "Set stop loss and take-profit targets; front-run the next resistance slightly to get triggered, then trail your stop (move to break even and then up) as price moves."
[26:13] "Detach emotionally from losses — the more you experience and accept them, the less they hurt your trading decisions."
[28:15] "Win rate matters less than risk management: you can be profitable with a 50% win rate if winners exceed losers."
[29:08] "Take profits when you have them — many traders lose gains by holding too long and then getting stopped out."
33 min
October 23, 2025136. This ICT Concept Changed My Life Forever w/ Darren Harris
Jumping from a 9-to-5 grind into the world of trading isn’t easy—especially when the losses start piling up and you feel ready to quit. But for Darren Harris, what started as a shot at fast cars and flashy payouts turned
Full episode + show notes: https://tradingnut.com/darren-harris/
Key moments
[04:09] "If you don’t know why you’re winning or losing, you can’t improve—study and research until you get clarity."

[06:59] "Understanding the logic behind price movements gives you an edge and helps you execute with more confidence."

[08:32] "Select the trading concepts and methods that make the most sense to you, and build a repeatable, personal system from them."

[10:39] "Keep your process simple, be patient, and focus on building a model that is easy to replicate for both you and others."

[11:35] "Routine and discipline are crucial—entering trades at the same times each day builds confidence and consistency."

[14:47] "Limit yourself to 1–3 trades a day and have a rule-based shutdown to avoid overtrading and protect your mental capital."

[16:56] "Start small and scale up only as you gain consistency and confidence—be realistic about growth."

[20:21] "For less experienced traders, focus on one market and one type of account to avoid overwhelm."

[23:28] "What you do outside of trading reflects in your performance. Working on your mindset and personal development will improve trading outcomes."

[27:48] "People who stick to a single model consistently will outperform those who are always switching strategies or rules."

[29:21] "Focus first on risk management and process—not just on making money. Accurate tracking and system integrity matter more than chasing wins."

[32:56] "Daily gratitude, meditation, and positive affirmations can strengthen your trading mindset and resilience."
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzJ_z4tCSZA
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35 min
October 22, 2025 136. This ICT Concept Changed My Life Forever w/ Darren Harris
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Jumping from a 9-to-5 grind into the world of trading isn’t easy—especially when the losses start piling up and you feel ready to quit. But for Darren Harris, what started as a shot at fast cars and flashy payouts turned into a lesson in patience, discipline, and inner growth.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
05:04 Discovering ICT Concepts
08:32 Building Confidence and the Champagne Model
13:15 Structuring the Trading Week
16:22 Capital Growth and Prop Firm Experience
21:30 Mindset, Resilience, and Therapy
25:05 The Role of Community and Self-Awareness
29:53 Advice for New Traders
32:56 Daily Routines and Affirmations
34:32 Final Thoughts
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Trading is extremely risky, and you will probably lose all or more of the money you try to trade/invest with – even if you follow the content Trading Nut produces. Your odds of making money trading are almost 0%. We make no guarantees or promises that you will achieve any specific result at all. Trading Nut or anyone featured on Trading Nut content does NOT offer financial advice, and all information is for entertainment purposes only. You should consult a licensed financial services provider before placing trades in any financial market. Please read our full risk disclaimer so that you understand all of the risks associated with trading: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/
Assume most links are part of an affiliate partnership, which means I may earn a commission if you sign up—at no extra cost to you.
36 min
October 09, 2025315. "I Was Done with Trading… Then This Happened" w/ Calvin of Forex Beginner Podcast
In an era crowded with self-proclaimed trading gurus and fleeting online success stories, Calvin's journey stands apart—not for its glamour, but for its raw, relatable truth. Calvin candidly unveils his transformation: f
Full episode + show notes: https://tradingnut.com/calvin-forex-beginner-podcast/
Key moments
[11:08] "If you want trading to be your job and provide a guarantee, don't approach it with a worker’s mindset—trading is not about guaranteed pay; it’s about risk and probability."

[11:57] "Find a mentor—having someone more experienced guide you can be invaluable, but you also need to be a good student and really listen."

[13:41] "Your trading journey should include a level of public growth and accountability. Growing together with other traders can help."

[15:41] "If you find a mentor that shows you something that works, submit yourself as a student. Don’t rush to find something new or ignore quality advice."

[16:34] "If you’re learning from someone with proven experience, don’t think you already know better. Accept their process and be patient."

[17:31] "When you find trading approaches or strategies that work, document every step and analyze the results. Track consistent variables and replicate what works."

[20:07] "You need to be able to give yourself or your family at least a range of expected trading outcomes, based on data and quality setups—not wild guesses."

[23:27] "Focus on a single pair or a few pairs for consistency, especially while you’re developing as a trader."

[25:00] "A strong trading foundation and good intuition (from learning under a quality mentor) can set you years ahead in your trading journey."

[36:55] "For most people who want to be successful, you’re already thinking the right way. Give yourself time to learn what you need to know; don’t rush."

[37:50] "If you have confidence in your plan and your process, discipline comes naturally and psychology becomes a minor issue. Lack of confidence in your edge leads to discipline issues."

[43:53] "Don’t expect profitable setups every day—the market doesn’t provide high-quality volatility every session. Be selective."
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaVFZvjHXRs
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More from Trading Nut
Strategy Vault - Free guest setups organised by method.
https://tradingnut.com/go/vault/
TraderZen - Your rules, open beside the chart before you click.
https://tradingnut.com/go/traderzen/
Dynamic Traders Club - Free 7-minute rule strategy — mechanical intraday setup.
https://tradingnut.com/go/dtc/
Educational content only - not financial advice. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Risk disclaimer. Some links are affiliate partnerships.
44 min

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