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Painting The Tape
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Painting The Tape is a podcast by traders, for traders, that focuses specifically on the work done by intraday traders in the heat of battle.
Our hosts are (somewhat) normal guys who initially took up trading as a hobby. That hobby soon turned into a passion, which eventually morphed into an obsession.
Sponsored By: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTrader
Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Our hosts are (somewhat) normal guys who initially took up trading as a hobby. That hobby soon turned into a passion, which eventually morphed into an obsession.
Sponsored By: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTrader
Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
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Special Guest: Trader Kane
Nov 901:10:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Painting the Tape, Leo, Nick, and Stowe are joined by special guest Kane for a deep dive into the wild world of prop trading. Kane shares his remarkable journey from falling for early forex scams to scoring seven-figure wins and suffering devastating losses in crypto and prop trading. The crew discusses the emotional highs and lows of trading, the realities of funded accounts, and the discipline required to succeed in the markets. Along the way, they tackle the myths and truths of prop firms, the mental game of trading, and the importance of community and resilience. Sponsored by: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTraderSponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →Execution, Scaling, and Taking Profits
Oct 700:48:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Painting the Tape, Leo, Stowe, XY, and Nick dive deep into the art of execution in trading. The crew shares how their approaches to entering and exiting trades have evolved, debates the pros and cons of scaling in versus going full size right away, and challenges common trading platitudes like “never add to a loser.” They discuss risk management, adapting to volatility, and the mental game behind every decision. Sponsored by: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTraderSponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →The Path Less Traded
Sep 1400:54:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Painting the Tape, Leo, Stowe, Nick, and XY dive into the realities of trading and challenge the conventional wisdom that dominates trading communities. The crew discusses why the “path well traveled” isn’t always the right one, debunking common trading platitudes and mental game clichés. They explore the importance of finding your own edge, the pitfalls of blindly following advice, and the evolving landscape of trading education, from legacy floor traders to the rise of online prop firms and social media influencers.With candid stories, sharp humor, and real-world insights, the hosts break down how new and experienced traders alike can navigate the noise, avoid scams, and develop a process that works for them.Sponsored by: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTraderSponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →New Faces, Same Tape
Sep 1400:42:14Tap to summarizeSeason 2 of Painting the Tape kicks off with Leo, Stowe, XY, and Nick diving back into the world of trading, streaming, and community. The crew reflects on their journey from streaming novices to regulars on Ninja Trader Live, shares stories about their trading origins, and discusses the evolution of their strategies—from early mistakes to finding what works. They talk candidly about the realities of trading, the myths of “secret alpha,” and the importance of sharing knowledge openly. Plus, the team announces a new website packed with resources, playbooks, and answers to the “stupidest questions” about trading and order flow. Expect honest conversations, a few laughs, and a look ahead at what’s coming this season. Sponsored by: NT LIVE // https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaTraderSponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →Adapting to Change
May 4, 202500:36:37Tap to summarizeWe talk about adapting to change, catch up with each other and what we've each been up to for the last few months, and talk about the future of Painting the Tape. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →Going off the script
Jan 23, 202501:03:59Tap to summarizeemergency podcast episode to discuss $TRUMP coin orderflow and how we used it to secure a 10000% return. after that, we get into Stowe's drawdown, trading trump markets, etc. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →Single Prints, Gaps, & Market Generated Information
Dec 1, 202401:03:59Tap to summarizeIn today's episode we talk about several different Market Profile & MGI concepts including single prints, gaps, and other MGI we use every day. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →Volume Profile: Part 2
Nov 5, 202401:12:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode we conclude our volume profile conversation, going over some more advanced VP concepts and how we trade them, arguing about the effectiveness of identifying day types, and also stowe rants for a while about a dumb tweet he made and how much he hates how the internet works. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →Volume Profile: Part 1
Oct 13, 202400:53:00Tap to summarizeIn the first of who knows how many episodes it will take us to finish this topic, we unpack some of the basics of the Volume Profile, how we read it, and how we use it in our trading. We also debate some of the nuance involved in using this tool, how it varies from market to market, and what additional context is needed. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
Transcribe →Trading With Delta
Sep 9, 202401:17:11Tap to summarizeIn this episode we discuss everything related to Delta and how each of us use it in our every day trading, Stowe asks several stupid questions, and we bait Leo into a mild ICT related rant session. Sponsored by: Lucid Trading / use code PTT for the best discount on Lucid Trading accounts https://lucidtrading.com/ref/paintingthetape/
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