Let’s Talk Forex with Alison and Chris
Episodes
176. The End of Shady Prop Firms | A CEO’s 2026 Prediction
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Prop trading is growing fast, but what does the future really look like for traders? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris are joine...
175. Stop Trading Shapes | Read The Market Narrative
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most traders are looking at candlesticks the wrong way. Stop memorising shapes and start reading the story. In this episode, we reveal why "perfect" p...
174. Why Did My Strategy Stop Working?
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why does a Forex trading strategy suddenly stop working? At some point, every trader hits the same wall — a strategy that once delivered consistent ...
173. Best Prop Trading Firms 2026 Ranked – Which One Is Right for You?
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Head over to our new Prop Trading website here: https://prop.fxscouts.com/ In episode 173 of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris rank the best prop t...
172. Why Your Forex Trading Strategy Fails Over Time (And How to Fix It)
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most Forex traders start with one strategy, but no single Forex trading strategy works in every market condition. In episode 172 of Let’s Talk Forex...
171. Why Most Forex Traders Lose Money – It’s NOT Your Entry… It’s Your Exit
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 171 of Let’s Talk Forex, we break down why most traders struggle with exits and how this one mistake can destroy your trading performance...
170. Why Everyone Is Switching To CTrader
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 170 of Let's Talk Forex, we break down why CTrader is rapidly growing in popularity and why many traders are moving away from MT4 and MT5. ...
169. Stop Searching for the Perfect Forex Strategy: Do This Instead!
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 169 of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down the truth about forex trading strategies and what actually works in real market cond...
168. How to NOT Blow Up Your Account When Trading The News
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 168 of Let's Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down how traders can use economic news in forex trading without letting it wreck their stra...
167. VWAP Explained: Why Most Traders Use It Wrong
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
VWAP is one of the most popular indicators in trading, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. In episode 167 of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and...
166. Your Strategy Means Nothing Without Risk Control
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Beginners obsess over entry indicators and signals, but the real difference between surviving and blowing up your account is risk management. In episo...
165. Why Most Traders Quit a Good Strategy Too Early
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most traders don’t quit strategies because they fail. They quit because they feel uncomfortable. In episode 165 of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Ch...
164. She Trades US30 On The 1 Minute Chart But Starts With the Daily — Here’s Why It Works
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Professional day trader and coach Caroline Randall joins Alison and Chris on episode 164 of Let's Talk Forex, to break down how she trades US30 (Dow ...
163. Set and Forget Trading in Forex: Does It Really Work or Is It a Myth?
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Set and forget trading is often promoted as an easy way to trade forex. You place a trade, set your stop loss and take profit, walk away, and let the ...
162. Backtesting Explained: The One Skill Most Forex Traders Skip
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most Forex traders fail not because their strategy is bad, but because they never test whether it actually works over time. In episode 162 of Let’s ...
161. Why Most YouTube Forex Strategies Fail in Real Trading
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do so many Forex strategies look amazing on YouTube, only to fall apart when traded with real money? In episode 161 of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison ...
160. Forex Trading for Beginners: Where to Start (Real Beginner Explains)
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Where should you start as a complete beginner in Forex trading? In episode 160 of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison is joined by Erik, a real beginner trader...
159. How Banks and Institutions Move Price in Forex (No Myths, Just Charts)
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New year and we are still here! In our first episode of season 8 of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down how institutions actually move the...
Bonus Episode: How Forex Brokers Really Work (Regulation, Liquidity & Risk Explained) | HFM Broker Interview
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does a Forex broker really work behind the scenes? For this in-depth interview, Alison headed to Cape Town for a sit down with Lethu Lushaba, Seni...
158. Insider Trading - The Market Moves of 2025 That Were Too Convenient to Ignore
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some market moves in 2025 were simply too well-timed to ignore. In this season finale (episode 159), Alison and Chris break down the trades that weren...
157. Why December FX Moves Are So Strange: The Christmas Effect Explained
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
December and early January are some of the strangest weeks on the FX calendar, and there are real economic reasons behind it. In episode 157 of Let'...
156. The Right Way to Use the RSI - Stop Misreading Overbought & Oversold
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most traders use the RSI completely backwards, and it costs them money. In episode 156 of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down what the Rel...
155. Finfluencer Crackdown 2025: What Traders Must Know About Fake Gurus & Clone Brokers
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Regulators are finally cracking down on “finfluencers” in 2025, and traders need to understand what’s changing. In episode 155 of Let’s Talk F...
154. Stop Misusing Bollinger Bands! Here’s How Pros Actually Trade Them
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most traders slap Bollinger Bands on a chart and hope for the best, and that’s exactly why they fail. Alison and Chris help you break down how profe...
153. 3 Simple Forex Strategies Every Beginner Should Know (Explained Clearly)
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New to Forex trading? Start with the three simplest strategies every beginner should learn. In episode 153 of Let's Talk Forex With Alison And Chris, ...
152. How AI Can Help You Master Market Analysis (ChatGPT for Traders)
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Forget signals and hype. In this episode of Let's Talk Forex, Alison and Chris walk you through how to use AI to analyse daily ranges, opening volatil...
151. The Easiest Forex Trading Strategy for Beginners (20 SMA Pullback Explained)
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most beginners lose trades not because they can’t spot a trend, but because they don’t know when to enter. In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, ...
150. Forex Trading 2025: Real strategies & market insights revealed - with Sam Morton (Actual Forex Trading)
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 150 of Let’s Talk Forex is special. Professional trader Sam Morton from Actual Forex Trading joins Alison and Chris to reveal the truth abou...
149. Beginner Learns Forex: Why Every Trade Starts in the Red
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New to Forex trading? This beginner-friendly episode of Let’s Talk Forex explains why every trade starts in the red and what the spread really means...
148. Has Bitcoin Peaked at $124K? Crypto 2025 Outlook & Fed Impact
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Has Bitcoin peaked at $124,000, or is this just the start of a bigger rally? In this episode, Chris and Alison break down the 2025 crypto outlook — ...
147. Why Traders Break Their Rules (And How To Stop It)
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know your trading rules. You wrote them down. And yet, in the heat of the moment, you move that stop, chase that move, or double your size. Why do...
146. Gold Price Hits Record Highs: What’s Really Driving XAU/USD?
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gold has surged past $3,700 to new record highs in 2025—but what’s really driving XAU/USD? Join Alison and Chris as they break down the key forces...
145. Prop Firms 2025: How To Pass The Challenge & Actually Get Paid
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prop trading firms are everywhere in 2025—but can you actually pass the challenge and collect a payout? In this Let’s Talk Forex video podcast, Al...
144. Why Most Forex Traders Lose (It’s Psychology, Not Strategy)
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most traders do not fail because their systems are bad—they fail because they cannot execute consistently. In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Al...
143. Forex Trading Myths EXPOSED: The Truth Every Trader Must Know
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think Forex is all about finding the perfect strategy, getting rich overnight, or that anyone can do it? Think again. In this episode of Let’s Talk...
142. Essential Tools For a Forex Trader
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Success in trading isn’t just about charts and platforms, it’s about having the complete toolkit. In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison an...
141. Is AI the Future of Forex Trading? How Traders Can Use AI Right Now
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial Intelligence isn’t just hype anymore—it’s already reshaping the way traders approach the markets. In this episode of Let’s Talk For...
Bonus: We’re Going Live on YouTube This Friday (Don't Miss It!)
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re between seasons, but we couldn’t stay away… Join Alison & Chris LIVE on YouTube this Friday at 16:00 CET for a special Market Recap co...
140. Learn From the Greats: Timeless Strategies from History’s Top Traders
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do a Wall Street philosopher, a billionaire hedge fund manager, and a tape-reading legend have in common? In this episode of Let’s Talk Fore...
139. Minor & Exotic Forex Pairs: Worth It or Too Risky?
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are minor and exotic Forex pairs the overlooked goldmine of trading—or a fast track to blown accounts? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison...
138. Forex Beginners: 7 Things To Know First
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alison and Chris share the 7 key lessons they wish they'd known when they first started trading. They dive into critical insights like how managing ri...
137. Mastering Moving Averages For Forex: 3 Simple Strategies That Actually Work
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to use moving averages like a pro? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down 3 simple but powerful trading strategie...
136. Why Traders Prefer Indices Over Forex, Stocks & Crypto
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
T oday, Chris and Alison explore the exciting world of index trading—breaking down what indices are, how they differ from Forex, commodities, and i...
135. Forex Trading Strategies for Turbulent Times
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you trade when markets go wild? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris dive deep into extreme market conditions—those ner...
134. Pro Trader Insights with Pepperstone’s Michael Brown
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a bumper episode this week, Alison and Chris are joined by Michael Brown, Senior Research Strategist at Pepperstone. In a wide-ranging conversation...
133. Staying in the Game: The Mindset Every Trader Needs to Last
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alison and Chris go deep on what it really takes to stick with trading for the long haul. From accepting losses without spiraling, to setting realisti...
132. Stop Overtrading: Master Impulse Control and Save Your Trades
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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, h...
131. How to Trade Forex Part-Time With a Full-Time Job: Smart Strategies for Busy Traders
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to balance a full-time job with your trading goals? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down a step-by-step syst...
130. Mastering the Opening Range Breakout (ORB Strategy)
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 tr...
129. Crypto Market Outlook 2025: What Traders Need to Know
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alison and Chris break down the biggest forces shaping the crypto market in 2025—from recent price drops to institutional shifts, ...
128. Why Your Trading Plan is Failing – 5 Brutally Honest Reasons (And How to Fix Them)
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to see consistent results in your trading? You’re not alone—and the problem might not be the market. In this video, we reveal the fiv...
127. How to Trade Market Volatility Like a Pro: Risk Management, Strategies & Trader Pitfalls
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are wild market swings throwing off your trades? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris take a deep dive into how to trade volatile...
126. FOMO in Trading: How to Control It and Stop Losing Money
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you chasing trades out of fear of missing out? Struggling with FOMO in Forex trading and watching your account bleed because of emotional deci...
125. Trump's Return: Market Chaos or Opportunity?
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
124. How to Trade News Like a Pro – Master NFP, CPI & FOMC
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to turn market volatility into opportunity? In this episode, we break down how to trade three of the biggest news events in Forex: Non-Farm Payro...
123. The Safest Way to Start Live Trading: Avoid Blowing Your Forex Account!
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 safes...
122. Mastering Trade Psychology: How to Hold Winning Trades Like a Pro
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
121. Building a Strong Trading Foundation
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alison and Chris dive into the essentials of building a strong trading foundation. They break down the two fundamental trading appr...
120. Trader Interview: XM’s senior market analyst, Achilleas Georgolopoulos
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 al...
119. Why choosing the right broker matters
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
118. Win Rates & Risk-Reward: Your Guide to Smarter Forex Trading
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Let’s Talk Forex! In this episode, Alison and Chris break down two critical metrics every Forex trader must master: ...
117. CFDs Explained: What They Are, How They Work, and Key Trading Tips
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Let’s Talk Forex! We’re kicking off Season 6 with an exciting and informative episode. Thank you for joining us as we dive into a...
116. Scandal: The Biggest Trading Frauds in 2024
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
115. Trader Interview: FP Markets' expert analyst, Aaron Hill provides top trading tips
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to transform your trading game? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris interview Aaron Hill, Head of Research at FP Markets. ...
114. Journaling: The Game-Changer Most Traders Overlook
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
113. Mastering the Art of Risk Management: Protect Your Profits and Trade Smarter
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let's Talk Forex, Alison and Chris dive into the crucial topic of risk management—a fundamental yet often underestimated aspect ...
112. Mastering Market Snap-Backs: The Art of Mean Reversion Trading
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris tackle one of the most intriguing yet challenging strategies in trading: mean reversion. ...
111. Building Confidence in Your Trading Strategy Through Backtesting
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down the fundamentals of backtesting—a vital step for any trader looking to solidify t...
110. Mastering Your Trades: How to Build a Trading System for Consistent Success
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris break down the essential steps to creating a structured trading system for analysing your tra...
109. Trader interview: Special Guest Patrick Reid - Institutional Trader
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, hosts Alison and Chris sit down with veteran trader Patrick Reid, who brings nearly two decades of experience ...
108. Forex Trading: Dealing with Hidden Emotional Triggers
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris dive into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of trading—emotional triggers. From the hig...
107. Mastering Forex Fundamentals: Risk, Correlation & Strategy Insights
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Alison and Chris explore the core principles that are essential for long-term success in Forex trading, regardless of your expe...
106. Drawdown in Trading: What It Is and How to Control It
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris delve into a critical yet often misunderstood aspect of trading—drawdowns. They define what...
105. Forex Success: Insights and Coaching Tips with Trading Angel
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of “Let’s Talk Forex,” we are thrilled to welcome back Caroline Rundell, also known as Trading Angel. Since her last appearance ...
104. Why Most Forex Traders Fail: The Secret to Setting Realistic Expectations
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, hosts Alison and Chris tackle one of the most crucial yet overlooked aspects of trading: setting realistic ex...
103. What to expect from the September rate cut
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Alison away this week, Chris discusses the background and the possible outcomes of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision on September 18. ...
102. 7 Practical Hacks to Boost Your Trading Win Rate
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Let's Talk Products, Alison and Chris walk listeners through seven actionable hacks to enhance trading win rates. They discuss prac...
101. Minimising Losses in Forex Trading
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Alison and Chris discuss a subject on every trader's mind: How to minimise losses. Everyone knows how to set a stop loss, but protecting you...
100. Mastering Currency Pairs: Everything You Need to Know for Successful Trading
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast video on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4d5z8au Major, minor, and exotic currency pairs each have distinct characteristics that affect how they are...
99. Season 5 starts now! Swing Trading vs Day Trading - which style suits you best?
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Watch the video version of this episode here: https://bit.ly/3ZpGDWr Active traders often group themselves into two camps: day traders or swing trad...
98. Season Finale: Market Pulse - 2024 Midyear Update
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alison and Chris dive into the dynamic market movements of the first half of 2024. This year has been marked by unexpected developmen...
97. Managing Risk: Essential Strategies for Traders
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Managing your risk in Forex trading is paramount to long-term success. Traders often underestimate the effects of market volatility and high leverage,...
96. Limit Orders: Maximise your profit potential
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Limit orders are powerful trading tools, but they require patience and a thorough analysis of the market to use them correctly. This week, Alison and ...
95. Prop Trading: The future of trading or doomed to fail?
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The popularity of prop trading has exploded in the past few years, but the industry has been engulfed in chaos over the last 6 months. This week, with...
94. Mastering Double Tops: Avoiding Costly Mistakes
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Alison and Chris delve into one of the most common yet often misidentified chart patterns: Double Tops. Understanding this pattern can be a...
93. Forex.com or IG: Which broker is right for you?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Alison and Chris take a closer look at two giants of the trading industry. IG and Forex.com have both been around for decades and are trus...
92. The Importance of Flexibility in Forex Trading
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Flexibility is crucial in forex trading due to the dynamic and unpredictable nature of the currency markets. Prices are influenced by several factors,...
91. A trader’s journey: Neal Bateman
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Losing his job was the trigger that propelled Neal from beginner to trading coach. Like others in the travel industry, Neal Bateman’s job was put on...
90. Gold’s meteoric rise and how you can profit as a Forex trader
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Known as the “commodity currency,” the Aussie dollar has long been recognised for its strong positive correlation with gold. In this episode, we t...
89. How to Take Advantage of the Breakout Trading Strategy
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A breakout occurs when a currency pair's price moves outside a defined support or resistance level with increased volume. It is a popular trading appr...
88. A Breakdown of the Best Tools for Trading Analysis
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The world of trading has changed dramatically over the past few decades, and with the ability to trade online, many Forex trading tools have been deve...
87. Trading with the experts: Spreadex
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's another special episode as Alison and Chris sit down with Tom Salmon, MD of Spreadex Trading, one of the UK's largest trading firms. In this wi...
86. Trend trading: The trend is your friend
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So many traders get caught out trying to predict where the market will go next. This approach is risky and often leads to losses. Trend following is a...
85. Forex Sessions: London, NY, Tokyo, Sydney - but which is best for your trading?
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Forex trading is a 24-hour business, but it's divided into the four main sessions. This week Alison and Chris discuss why it's a bad idea to try and t...
84. Interest Rates and Forex Prices: Will the Fed’s Decision Boost the USD?
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Alison and Chris preview a week full of interest rate decisions from some of the most important central banks in the world. But the focus is...
83. A trader’s journey: Trading Angel
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A truly inspiring episode this week as Alison and Chris talk to Caroline Rundell, aka Trading Angel (links to her YouTube channel below). Caroline sta...
82. Market Sentiment: When following the crowd can backfire
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Alison and Chris talk about market sentiment and why it can be a confusing indicator for many beginners. So, if you find yourself trading ag...
81. XTB or Pepperstone: Which broker is right for you?
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Alison and Chris take a close look at XTB and Pepperstone, two of our highest-rated brokers, and ask which one would work best for you. Bot...
80. Trading Forex on your phone? The dangers of mobile trading
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Alison and Chris discuss mobile trading apps and whether mobile trading should be part of your trading plan. Mobile trading is everywhere th...
79. TradingView: The best trading platform around, but is it worth the cost?
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Alison and Chris take a closer look at TradingView. What started out as a charting application with social elements has evolved into a fully...