Let’s Talk Forex with Alison and Chris
Let’s Talk Forex with Alison and Chris is your weekly source of Forex trading insights. Whether you are a beginner looking for guidance on how to start, or a seasoned trader who wants to learn about new strategies, you’ll find something new and useful in every episode. Alison and Chris’ knowledge of Forex trading shines through, as they bring to the table years of experience trading Forex and writing about the trading industry. They cover a wide range of topics, including how to choose a broker and trading platforms, manage risk and protect your funds, trading psychology, trading strategies, interviews with Forex traders and much more. Subscribe now and stay up to date with every new episode! DISCLAIMER 75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Episodes
Are your trading decisions driven by boredom, frustration, or FOMO? You're not alone—and it's costing you. In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, hosts Alison and Chris uncover the silent killer of trading accounts: overtrading. They break down the emotional triggers behind impulsive trades, reveal the hidden psychology that traps traders in a damaging loop, and share practical tools to regain control.
You’ll learn: -How to spot you...
- Choose the best trading strategies for a busy schedule (swing trading, end-of-day, and event-driven setups)
- Front-load your an...
Join Alison and Chris from Let’s Talk Forex as they dive deep into the Opening Range Breakout (ORB), one of the most structured and effective day trading strategies. In this episode, you'll learn:
- The fundamentals of identifying and trading the opening range breakout.
- How legendary trader Toby Crabel formalized and perfected the ORB method.
- Essential filters like NR7 days and directional market bias to avoid false breakouts.
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In this episode, Alison and Chris break down the biggest forces shaping the crypto market in 2025—from recent price drops to institutional shifts, investor sentiment, and upcoming regulatory moves.
What you’ll learn: Why crypto is sliding despite tech optimism How macro trends and U.S. policy are impacting volatility What to watch for next in the second half of the year
Key takeaways for traders, investors, and crypto-curious liste...
- What is FOMO in trading and ...
Trump is back—and markets are on edge. From USD volatility and trade wars to crypto surges and stock market shakeups, are we seeing a pattern in Trump’s policies?
In this episode of Let's Talk Forex, Alison Heyerdahl and Chris Cammack break down how Trump’s tariffs, deregulation, and foreign policy are shaking up forex, crypto, commodities, and stocks.
Discover what traders need to watch next: inflation risks, Fed moves, trade te...
- Why...
Thinking about going live in Forex trading? Before you do, watch this! In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down the safest way to transition from demo to live trading without blowing your account.Too many traders go live too soon, over-leverage, and… Game over. Don’t be one of them! Learn how to protect your capital, build confidence in live trading, and avoid costly mistakes with our proven, step-by-step a...
In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris dive deep into the psychology of holding onto trades and how to let your winners run. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced trader, understanding the mental and strategic aspects of holding trades is crucial for long-term success in Forex trading.
Pro Tip: Learn how successful traders and hedge funds use small win rates with big winners to stay profitable—even with a high ...
In this episode, Alison and Chris dive into the essentials of building a strong trading foundation. They break down the two fundamental trading approaches—momentum trading and mean reversion trading—and show you how to identify market conditions, spot key patterns, and create a simple yet powerful trading plan. Plus, they share essential risk management tips to protect your capital and maximise your potential. Whether you're a beg...
Alison and Chris sit down with XM’s senior market analyst, Achilleas Georgolopoulos, to talk risk management in the world of Trump 2.0. Achilleas also discusses what it was like to work in investment banking as the financial world fell apart in 2007, why XM invests so much in quality trading education, how to get started building your own automated trading system, and so much more. Tune in and learn from one of the best market anal...
With lots of new traders looking for a broker to take advantage of the Trump-related volatility in the markets, it’s an ideal time to talk about how to find a good broker. Alison and Chris discuss regulation, trading costs, platforms, customer service and more. All of these aspects can make the difference between success and failure. So, tune in and learn how to find the right broker for your trading journey. Or watch the full epis...
- What win rates ar...
Get ready for a jaw-dropping season finale of Let’s Talk Forex! Alison and Chris dive deep into the craziest frauds that shook the trading world in 2024. From a $225 million broker scam to a junior trader faking trades worth millions, to the hilarious (and tragic) memecoin meltdown of an infamous influencer, and the final chapter of the Archegos debacle—this episode has it all. Tune in for shocking stories, hard-learned lessons, an...
- How to build a winning trading strategy
- The truth about technical vs. funda...
Are you struggling to improve your trading performance? The answer might be simpler than you think. In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris dive into one of the most underrated tools for traders: journaling your trades. Discover how a simple trading journal can uncover patterns in your performance, fix costly mistakes and bad habits, help you separate emotion from action and keep you disciplined and accountable.Whethe...
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