Welcome to the LightSpeed Stats Podcast — the home of data-driven Betfair trading for horse racing enthusiasts who want consistent profits without the guesswork. Each week, we break down strategies, stats, and setups that actually work — using the same tools and insights our members use to gain an edge on the exchange.
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Options Insider Radio is the longest-running options podcast and the flagship program on the Options Insider Radio Network. Options Insider Radio features unique and compelling interviews with the thought leaders, icons, radicals, movers and shakers that shape the options market. Whether you are an options professional looking for insightful discussion about your industry or an active retail trader who wants a glimpse behind the scenes, this is the program for you.
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The Trading Lifestyle Podcast: Trading Heroes Forex Trading Blog | Pro Trader Interviews
Hugh Kimura
Hugh Kimura from the Trading Heroes Blog interviews professional independent traders and industry experts to help you learn how to trade and live better. Becoming an independent Trader is not easy, but if this is what you aspire to, subscribe to this podcast to get tips, ideas and inspiration to help you reach your trading goals. You don't have to trade alone!
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Tiingo Investing: How to Create a Better Investment and Retirement Portfolio
Rishi Singh, Tiingo.com
Tiingo Investing : "Create a Better Investment and Retirement Portfolio" is a series dedicated toward teaching basic and advanced topics, like what is a stock, mutual fund, etf, or bond all the way to portfolio construction and hedge fund strategies. It is a lesson plan dedicated toward making professional level tools and concepts accesible to everybody - including the beginning investor and professional trader. If you are just beginning to learn how to invest with a retirement portfolio or ...
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161: Option Omega Review, Backtest, Strategy, and Automation
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1:26:22🎁 50% OFF: Option Omega (code SMOT) • Alpha Crunching (code SPX50) — grab both and build + automate your SPX playbook. This episode is a fun, nerdy deep-dive with Troy and Matt from Option Omega. We cover how to build realistic backtests for options (especially 0DTE) and when it makes sense to automate entries/exits so you’re not chained to the scr…
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Join us for another live session of the Stock Market Options Trading Podcast with Eric and co-host Brian as we dive into trading SPY options. We start by comparing SPY vs SPX — looking at the key differences in contract size, settlement style, tax treatment, and liquidity. Brian also shares details on his Delta Neutral “double diagonal” strategy wi…
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LightSpeed Stats Overview: Find, Test and Track Selections Easily
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30:18In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the LightSpeed Stats software and show you how to: Find selections in just a few clicks Test your strategies with real data Track results so you know what’s working Whether you’re new to Betfair trading or looking to sharpen your edge, this overview will give you a clear picture of how LightSpeed Stats makes…
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The Big Problem With Betfair Trading in 2025
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32:52Betfair trading has never been more popular—but with more traders than ever jumping in, 2025 has brought a challenge that most people aren’t talking about. In this episode, Martin breaks down the big problem with Betfair trading right now—why so many traders are struggling, what’s changed in the markets, and the simple adjustments you can make to p…
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OIR Interviews: Robinhood Is Coming For Your Options Account!
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36:40On this episode, Mark is joined by Abhishek Fatehpuria, VP of Product Management - Robinhood They discuss Robinhood's new offerings for active options traders and explore whether the firm is ready to take on high-end options clients?By The Options Insider Radio Network
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Trading Pre-Race vs In-Play: Which One is Best for You?
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12:07Should you focus on trading before the race goes off… or wait until the action unfolds in-play? In this episode, I break down the pros and cons of both styles of horse racing trading on Betfair. You’ll discover: Why pre-race trading can feel calmer and more controlled The big opportunities (and big risks) that come with in-play trading How differen…
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160: This Week in Options Trading: INTC, Broken Wing Butterfly, SPX 0DTE
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47:40This Week in Options Trading with Eric & Brian 🎙️📈 In this episode, Eric and Brian recap a volatile week in the markets, share updates on recent SPX trades, and walk through trade setups they’re watching. Topics include: Last week’s market moves, Powell’s comments, and how they affected options positions An Intel trade idea: building a position wit…
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The Simple Way to Read the Horse Racing Markets on Betfair
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15:54Ever opened up Betfair’s horse racing markets and felt overwhelmed by the numbers, colours, and money flying around? You’re not alone. In this episode, I break down the simple way to read the markets so you can finally understand what the odds and liquidity are really telling you. You’ll learn: The difference between back prices and lay prices Why …
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159: This Week in Options Trading: SPX Credit Spreads, ANET Diagonal Spread
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47:29Welcome to the first segment on the show of This Week in Options Trading with Eric O’Rourke and Brian Terry! We’ll be going live every Monday at 12pm ET to share option strategies, market setups, and answer community questions in real time. 👉 To RSVP for future live sessions: https://stockmarketoptionstrading.net/events In this kickoff episode, Eri…
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The Simple & Quick Way To Forward Test Your Horse Racing Strategies!
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10:56Most traders spend months testing strategies the slow, hard way… and never know if they’re actually ready for the real markets. In this episode, I’ll show you the fast-track method for forward testing your horse racing strategies so you can: Prove they work in today’s market conditions Spot weaknesses before they cost you money Gain the confidence …
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How to Build a Horse Racing Strategy from Scratch (Even if You’re New)
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19:12Tired of betting blind and hoping for the best? In this episode, we break down how to build a horse racing strategy from scratch — even if you’re brand new to betting. You’ll learn: Why “following tips” isn’t a long-term plan How to choose the right market to focus on Simple angles that beginners can track to find hidden value The easiest way to re…
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158: This Week In The S&P500: Two Primary Drivers of the Stock Market Right Now.
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9:51In this week's episode, we cover the major economic reports and catalysts driving the markets and what caused the current break in the uptrend. 🎥 Mentioned in this episode: Check out the latest YouTube video where Eric explains how the ASD indicator from Alpha Crunching helps spot slowing momentum and potential SPX trend reversals — before they hap…
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Mastering Pre-Race Scalping: The Easiest Trades You’re Not Making Yet
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15:52In this episode, we dive into one of the cleanest and most repeatable Betfair trading methods out there: pre-race scalping. You’ll learn: What pre-race scalping is (and isn’t) The biggest mistakes traders make How to spot smart price moves before the off Why small profits can stack into something powerful How LightSpeed Stats helps you find and tra…
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TROBs: The Popular Triple-or-Bust Horse Racing Trading Strategy
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14:59In this episode, we break down a powerful yet often overlooked race strategy: TROB — Triple or Bust. If you’ve heard of DOB (Double or Bust), TROB takes things one step further—aiming to triple your stake by backing a horse and laying it in-play at one-third of the price. It’s higher risk, but with the right data, it can deliver consistent profits.…
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Why Accas Are Killing Your Profits (And What to Do Instead)
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19:32Think accas are the fast track to big wins in horse racing? Think again. In this episode, we break down exactly why accumulator bets are one of the worst-value options on the market. From the hidden maths behind the odds to the psychological tricks that keep punters chasing losses, you’ll learn how bookmakers use accas to stack the deck in their fa…
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The 3 Horse Racing Trading Myths Costing You Profit on Betfair
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14:58Think laying favourites is always value? Think you have to trade in-play to win? Think again. In this episode, I reveal 3 of the biggest horse racing trading myths that are silently draining profits from Betfair traders — and what to do instead. Backed by real data and hands-on testing from inside LightSpeedStats.com you’ll learn: Why most “common-…
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Lay to Back: Betfair Trading Horse Racing Strategy Guide
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13:56Ever looked at a short-priced favourite and thought, “That’s way too low”? In this episode, Martin breaks down the powerful Lay to Back strategy—a Betfair horse racing approach that flips the usual method on its head. You’ll learn when to lay a horse before the race and how to lock in profits by backing it later in-play. Discover how to spot vulner…
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Betfair Horse Racing Strategy Training: The Missing Key to Consistent Profits
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18:23If you’re still trading horse racing on instinct—or worse, copying random tips—you’re playing a losing game. In this episode, we break down why strategy training is essential if you want to make consistent profits on Betfair. You’ll learn: The biggest mistake new traders make (and how to avoid it) Why "having a strategy" isn’t enough—you need to tr…
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A Lay The Favourite Strategy That Actually Holds Up in a Backtest!
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14:27In this episode, Martin shares a powerful strategy for laying horses on Betfair—focused on short-priced favourites returning after a break. But instead of guessing, he shows you how to backtest the idea using LightSpeed Stats horse racing software. You’ll learn: Why this strategy could give you an edge The key filters to use (price, break length, g…
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The Truth About Horse Racing Selection Criteria: What Really Works
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23:14With so many stats, trends, and filters available… how do you know which horse racing selection criteria actually matter? In this episode, we break down the most common approaches traders use and reveal which ones are worth your time (and which are just noise). You'll learn how professional traders simplify their criteria, what data to trust, and h…
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Delisting Foreign Companies For National Security
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17:46On this episode we are joined in the Southern Studio during the Options Industry Conference by: Jim Toes, President, Securities Traders Association Jim and Mark discuss: The nuances involved in deslisting foreign companies in the name of national security. His thoughts on the 0DTE Mag 7 proposal - does it make sense for the options markets? Do we h…
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Why Dobbing Is My Favourite Betfair Strategy (And How You Can Use It Too)
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23:54In this episode, I dive into my all-time favourite horse racing strategy on Betfair: Dobbing—aka Double or Bust. I’ll walk you through: What Dobbing actually is (in simple terms) Why it works so well—even if your horse doesn't win The exact traits I look for when picking a Dob trade And why this strategy has stood the test of time for me Whether yo…
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Has NASDAQ Cracked the 0DTE Nvidia Code?
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25:35On this episode, we are joined in the Southern Studio during the Options Conference by: Dave Barrett, Head of Options Strategy at Nasdaq Dave and Mark discuss: Nasdaq's potentially game-changing proposal for 0DTE Tesla, Nvidia and more. Will we finally be able to trade 0DTE options on single-name equities? Let's find out... Plus they discuss: the s…
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Exploring the Dangerous world of Gamma Bombs with SpotGamma
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16:53During the Options Industry Conference, we were joined by Matt Fox, CEO, SpotGamma. Mark and Matt discuss: WTH is SpotGamma? Are 0DTE options just gamma bombs waiting to go off? How should gamma inform your trading? Should we expand 0DTE to equity options? and much more...By The Options Insider Radio Network
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157: SPX 0DTE Risk Free Profit Forest Walkthrough
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10:25🎧 Episode Description – SPX 0DTE Risk-Free Profit Forest In this episode, Eric breaks down a risk-free SPX trade using the “Profit Forest” approach—where the focus is on locking in gains and building multiple profit zones on the risk graph, rather than chasing max reward with max risk. 📺 Watch the full video version of this trade on YouTube here: h…
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Episode 1: The Future of Betfair Horse Racing Trading Starts Now!
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22:11Welcome to the very first episode of the LightSpeed Stats Podcast — your new home for smarter, faster horse racing trading on Betfair. In this launch episode, Martin (co-founder of LightSpeed Stats) shares why this podcast exists, who it’s for, and what to expect in the weeks ahead. You’ll learn: Why most traders never reach consistent profits The …
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OIC 2025 Conversations: The Mysteries of 0DTE Backtesting with Option Omega
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18:06Join us as we explore the mysteries and nuances that emerge when trying to backtest 0DTE options strategies with Troy McNeil, Co-Founder of Option Omega.By The Options Insider Radio Network
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking 0DTE, 24-Hour Trading and Spooky Volatility with Tradier
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22:42We are joined in the Southern Studio by: Kevin “Lex” Luthringshausen, SVP Strategic Partnerships, Tradier Peter Laptewicz, President of Brokerage, Tradier Mark, Lex and Peter discuss: How the recent volatility may be spooking some of tradiers more aggressive clients. The evolving 0DTE landscape and what the next products should be. Should options g…
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156: This Week In The S&P500: SPX Forecast, Levels, FOMC
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8:40SPX Market Outlook, FOMC Setup & This Week’s Trade Ideas" In this episode of the Stock Market Options Trading Podcast, Eric breaks down the current SPX market setup heading into a big week of economic events, including Wednesday’s FOMC meeting. After last Friday’s selloff, the market rallied hard on Monday—highlighting the continued volatility. Eri…
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155: This Week In The S&P500: Slowing Momentum Nearing All Time Highs
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9:13The S&P 500 is closing in on all-time highs, but is momentum starting to fade? In this episode, Eric O’Rourke breaks down the key SPX levels to watch, including major option walls, falling volatility, and upcoming economic events like CPI and PPI that could shake things up. You'll also get a look at this week’s Alpha Crunching trade ideas and marke…
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking Options Education, 0DTE and Diversification at Gunpoint with Robinhood
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28:40We are joined in the Southern Studio at OIC 2025 by: Steve Quirk, Chief Brokerage Officer at Robinhood. Mark and Steve discuss: How Robinhood's clientele is handling these extremely volatile markets. Should EVERTHING trade 24/7? What is the best way to expand 0DTE into the equity options realm? How do you get the tiktok generation to engage with de…
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154: Trading in Retirement: Tips for Consistent Income and Low Stress
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39:07In this episode, I’m joined by longtime trader and retiree Brian Terry to talk about the realities of trading in retirement. We cover how trading can keep your mind sharp, add structure to your day, and become a fulfilling part-time income stream. Brian also shares practical tips for managing risk, avoiding overtrading, and staying consistent—espec…
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Exploring Illiquid Liquidity with All Options USA
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21:10Next up in the Southern Studio: Mathieu Boivin-Carrier, Director, All Options USA We discuss: Providing liquidity in less-liquid options The upcoming Nasdaq pilot for 0DTE single-name equity options Why would you start a prop shop in Austin? The problems with allocations for newer market makers. Should options trade 24 hours a day? and much more...…
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153: SPX Options Setup After Surprise EU Tariff News
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8:31In this week’s episode of the Stock Market Options Trading Podcast, Eric recaps last week’s pullback in SPX, driven by fresh EU tariff headlines, and how the forecast data from Alpha Crunching has responded. He highlights the shift in market tone based on the Average Strength Deviation (ASD) metric, which has now gone negative — a potential warning…
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Catching Up With Public
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17:48Couldn't make it to OIC this year? We've got you covered with exclusive panel content and interviews from the show. Next up - Sam Nofzinger, GM of Brokerage, Public Sam discusses: The status of Public's first foray into the options market? The new proposal for 0DTE options in the Mag 7 stocks. Should options trade 24 hours a day? the state of optio…
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152: S&P 500 Shrugs Off Credit Downgrade? | Broken Wing Butterfly Setup
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23:01This week on the Stock Market Options Trading Podcast, I'm joined by fellow trader Brian Terry as we break down the market’s reaction to the Moody’s U.S. credit downgrade, recent economic data, and the relentless uptrend in the S&P 500. We dive into current market sentiment, the Fed’s role this week, and a few trade setups we’re watching closely—in…
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking 0DTE, 24-hour Trading and More with tastytrade
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18:23Couldn't make it to OIC this year? We've got you covered with exclusive panel content and interviews from the show. First up - JJ Kinahan, CEO of IG Group North American and President of Tastylive. JJ discusses: The new proposal for 0DTE options in the Mag 7 stocks. Should options trade 24 hours a day? the state of options education? and much more.…
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking New Exchanges with IEX
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30:18On this episode Mark is joined in the Southern Studio by: John Palmer, Head of Options, IEX Ivan Brown, Chief Operating Officer of Optios, IEX They discuss Do we really need a 19th options exchange? What can IEX bring to the table that is different from every other options exchange? How can you protect market makers from dangerous errors and stale …
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OIC 2025 Conversations: Talking 0DTE, 24-Hour Trading and More with Clear Street
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18:51We are joined in the Southern Studio by: Thomas Bonville, Managing Director, Head of Derivative Sales, Clear Street We discuss: 24-hour options trading The potential for 0DTE single-name equity options and much more...By The Options Insider Radio Network
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