IBKR Podcasts

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  The Fed Decision Isn't the Only Story 16.09.2026 6min

  Scott Bauer joins Jeff Praissman to break down the market forces extending beyond the Fed’s latest rate decision. They discuss interest rates, oil prices, inflation, AI concerns, economic data, and what investors may be watching for in the Fed’s outlook for the months ahead.
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  Can Stocks Keep Climbing the Wall of Worry? 15.09.2026 13min

  Steve Sosnick joins Andrew Wilkinson on this IBKR Podcast to break down why stocks continue climbing a growing wall of worry, even as AI concerns, rising Treasury yields and economic risks test investor confidence. They also discuss the market’s persistent buy-the-dip mentality, the Fed’s next move and whether the upcoming midterm elections could disrupt the rally.
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  How to Survive When Trading in 24/7 Markets 11.09.2026 46min

  Sleep no more? How will your trading strategy adjust to 24/7/365 on-chain markets?  In this episode of IBKR Podcasts, host Steven Levine sits down with Adrian Reid, founder of Enlightened Stock Trading and a 20-year veteran of rules-based, systematic trading, to explore the seismic shifts reshaping today’s markets. From the explosive rise of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) and ‘round-the-clock crypto trading to the erosion of traditional market structures like daily opens and closes, Adrian breaks down what’s changing—and what timeless principles will remain...timeless. Discover why Bitcoin’s volatility is starting to resemble high-beta tech stocks, how to adapt trading systems when overnight gaps disappear, and why constant market-watching is a trap rather than an edge. Adrian shares hard-won insights on diversification across markets and asset classes, the dangers of excessive leverage, and his golden rule: you can’t win the game if you’re not in the game. Whether you’re a systematic trader, a crypto-curious investor, or just trying to make sense of markets that increasingly never close, this conversation offers a grounded, experience-backed roadmap for navigating the new crossroads of traditional finance and digital assets.
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  Are You Reading Implied Volatility Wrong? 09.09.2026 30min

  Are you looking at implied volatility the right way? Mat Cashman of OCC joins Jeff Praissman to explain why an IV number doesn’t mean much without context, and how comparing implied volatility with historical volatility can give traders a more useful framework for understanding options pricing.
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  Is AI Actually Creating Value? 03.09.2026 13min

  AI is becoming a bigger part of how companies operate, but measuring its actual value is proving more complicated. Nasdaq’s Michael Normyle joins the IBKR Podcast with Jeff Praissman to discuss how traditional software metrics are evolving in the age of agentic AI, what new measures could emerge, and whether productivity could become a key way investors evaluate AI-driven value.
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  What Does the Fed Need to See Next? 02.09.2026 6min

  Jeff Praissman and Scott Bauer discuss mixed signals from economic growth, inflation, and the labor market as investors weigh the Fed’s next move. They also look at shifting sector leadership, market sentiment, and what upcoming earnings could reveal about the outlook for stocks.
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  Is Nvidia More Important Than the Fed Right Now? 26.08.2026 6min

  Nvidia earnings and the Fed are competing for investors’ attention as markets weigh sticky inflation, rising Treasury yields and signs of pressure on the consumer. Jeff Praissman and Scott Bauer discuss whether Nvidia’s results could ultimately matter more for markets than Jackson Hole, inflation data and the Fed’s next move.
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  Can AI Make You a Better Trader? 20.08.2026 14min

  Trading coach Sam Warner-Baker joins IBKR’s Andrew Wilkinson to explore how traders can use AI to improve preparation, challenge investment theses, assess portfolio risk, and review trading decisions. They discuss how AI can help traders strengthen their overall approach to the markets through smart questions and clear strategy.
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  Why Are Women More Likely to Save Than Invest? 18.08.2026 11min

  Why are women more likely to save than invest? IBKR’s Maria Dieguez sits down with self-investor and financial policy expert Betsy Dorudi to discuss the investing confidence gap, the barriers that keep women from entering financial markets, and why getting started can matter more than waiting until you feel fully prepared.
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  The Anatomy of a Calendar Spread 13.08.2026 19min

  Calendar spreads can offer traders a way to express views on volatility and time—not just market direction. In this episode, Jeff Praissman and Dmitry Pargamanik of Market Chameleon break down the anatomy of a calendar spread, covering implied volatility, vega, event risk, assignment considerations, and what separates a well-structured trade from a risky one.
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  Is the Economy Starting to Crack? 12.08.2026 6min

  Cooling labor data, persistent inflation concerns and the strength of the U.S. consumer are putting the economy under the microscope. Scott Bauer joins Jeff Praissman on this week’s IBKR Market Minute to discuss the latest jobs numbers, CPI and PPI, retail sales, Fed expectations and the market forces investors should be watching next.
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  The Trading Desk Perspective: Xheni Brahaxhija on Access, Mentorship & Success 10.08.2026 14min

  What does it really take to build a successful career on a trading desk? Xheni Brahaxhija shares her journey from compliance to front-office trading while discussing the critical role of access, mentorship, sponsorship, and leadership in creating opportunities and helping more women thrive in financial markets.
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  The One-Person Business Boom 10.08.2026 16min

  AI is lowering the barriers to entrepreneurship and new data suggests solo businesses are on the rise. Nasdaq’s Michael Normyle joins Jeff Praissman in this IBKR Podcast episode to explore how AI is fueling new business formation, boosting productivity, and reshaping what it takes to build a company.
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  Three Reasons to Watch Japan 04.08.2026 21min

  Japan is undergoing one of its biggest economic and market transformations in decades. Discover the three key reasons global investors are turning their attention to Japan, and learn how Japanese ETFs provide a simple, cost-effective way to access this evolving market.
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  The Charts Aren't Buying It 04.08.2026 25min

  The market may look resilient on the surface, but the charts tell a more nuanced story. David Keller of Sierra Alpha Research joins IBKR Podcasts to discuss momentum, market tops, sector rotation, and the technical signals investors should be watching as volatility simmers beneath the indexes.
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  Buy the Dip or Sell the Rip? 29.07.2026 5min

  Is the market still in ”buy the dip” mode, or has it shifted to ”sell the rip”? Jeff Praissman and Prosper Trading Academy’s Scott Bauer break down rising oil prices, inflation, Big Tech earnings, and the market psychology shaping investors’ next move.
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  The Making of a Trader 28.07.2026 50min

  What does it really take to become a successful trader? IBKR interns put veteran systematic trader Adrian Reid to the test with questions about AI, risk management, backtesting and building a lasting edge, revealing the lessons every aspiring trader should learn.
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  Can Interns Stump a 39-Year Trading Veteran? 23.07.2026 15min

  Our IBKR summer interns sat down with veteran trader Jim Iuorio to discuss surviving market crashes, navigating the transition from open-outcry trading pits to the age of AI, managing risk and developing lasting trading instincts. As the next generation of finance professionals prepares to enter the workforce, this conversation offers practical lessons and valuable insights for aspiring traders and seasoned investors alike.
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  Would You Trust AI With Your Credit Card? 22.07.2026 20min

  Would you let an AI assistant make purchases on your behalf? In this IBKR Podcast episode, Alex Gunz of Heptagon Capital joins IBKR’s Andrew Wilkinson to explore the rise of agentic commerce, the risks to consumers and brands and what this shift could mean for the future of shopping.
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  Crude Awakening: Oil's Back, Now What? 15.07.2026 6min

  Markets are balancing stronger inflation data against rising energy prices as investors look ahead to key retail sales reports and another wave of Big Tech earnings. Scott Bauer joins the IBKR Podcast to break down the latest Federal Reserve outlook, AI spending, CapEx trends and the market catalysts that could shape the week ahead.