Best Our Band Is Better Than Your Band Podcasts (2025)

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Heavy Metal - Baba Finds PL 59:56

5h ago59:56

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In this episode of the Band of Traders podcast, host Kyle and guests Bear Goes Long and Baba Yaga discuss personal updates, changes in the production cycle, market news, and their trading experiences. Baba tells the group about his experience with trading platinum and other commodities last week, while reflecting on the emotional aspects of trading…

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Episode 517- Cheap Trick The Top 25 Songs 3:57:33

2d ago3:57:33

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This Week on America’s Podcast! We summoned the mathematical wizardry of Ryan T. Russell—armed only with a calculator, a dream, and a list of 50 of our favorite Cheap Trick songs. What did he do? He crunched the numbers, sprinkled some rock 'n' roll sorcery, and conjured up the ultimate Top 25 Cheap Trick songs of all time! Joining this sonic séanc…

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Can We Build It? Embracing Abundance 28:43

3d ago28:43

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers thinks Ezra Klein's book, Abundance, is a ripper. Building things directly and sweeping away red tape could soon be part of a productivity measure. An investment arm of the United Arab Emirates wants to buy Australia's Santos. Should the Treasurer impose conditions on approving Australia's biggest-ever resource takeover? Plus…

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Episode #152: Markets looking through the political noise 22:00

4d ago22:00

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🎙️ On the pod this week: Shane's back!Joining Diana behind the mic, they dive into:✅ Geopolitical risks in the Middle East✅ Market reactions✅ Ongoing US tariffs✅ Australian GDP data✅ A dovish-sounding RBA✅ And... does the Australian Government finally have a plan to boost productivity?Plus, a Friday dilemma:☕ Are we all spending too much time at th…

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78 | 💪 Eating More Protein But Still Not Losing Weight in Perimenopause? 16:51

5d ago16:51

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Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz You’ve swapped cereal for eggs, added collagen to your coffee, maybe even splurged on the “cleanest” plant-based protein tub you could find at Costco… and still, y…

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Embracing Discomfort w/ Sean Sawyer 40:11

7d ago40:11

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This week Kyle welcomes back Sean Sawyer, a seasoned performance psychotherapist, to explore the psychological edge of trading. Sean previews his upcoming six-week workshop, diving deep into two key concepts: the "Internal War Room" and "Discomfort as Data." The Internal War Room helps traders identify and manage competing internal voices, like imp…

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Episode 516- Metal Church-The Dark 2:43:39

10d ago2:43:39

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This Week on America’s Podcast: We slam you harder than a metal riff with the one and only Metal Mike Tyler! Together, we dive headfirst into Metal Church’s The Dark — is it a thrash classic that’ll make your head bang or a total meltdown waiting to happen? Spoiler: no spoilers here… we like to keep you guessing (and slightly confused). Tracks of t…

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Productivity, Climate and a Room Full of Ideas 29:05

11d ago29:05

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From Hawke’s 1983 economic summit to Rudd’s 2020 vision, big gatherings have sometimes sparked big reforms. Now Anthony Albanese wants to try again - this time to tackle Australia’s stagnating productivity. Within months, the Australian government will have to present the United Nations climate convention with an updated target for 2035. How are we…

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77 | 🔥The BEST Diet To Burn Fat + Balance Hormones in Perimenopause 18:32

12d ago18:32

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Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Which is better for midlife weight loss: Keto? Carnivore? Optavia? It’s a question I get asked all the time—especially in the summer, when the pool invites start r…

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Episode 515-Counting Crows'-August and Everything After 2:13:30

17d ago2:13:30

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This Week on America’s Podcast Strap in, folks—this week we're diving headfirst into a swirling pool of flannel, feelings, and post-grunge gloom as we break down Counting Crows' August and Everything After with guests Travis Perrotta and Andy Rodriguez. Is this album a poetic masterpiece or just the sound of someone staring out a rainy window with …

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Wages are up, GDP growth is down, what’s going on 28:35

18d ago28:35

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This week we heard GDP growth has dropped, yet we’ve just given ourselves a pay rise. Does it really matter if the economy isn’t growing as much as we would like and is GDP the best measure anyway? What will this mean for inflation? This week we give the economy a health check and look at what this all means for the future of jobs.…

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76 | 6 Tools Under $100 for Hormone Balance + Perimenopause Weight Loss 19:23

19d ago19:23

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Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Have you ever bought the same supplement twice because you forgot you already tried it? 👀 🙋🏼‍♀️Yeah, been there, got the T-shirt… AND the magnesium spray… AND the …

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Return of The Shopkeeper 1:09:45

21d ago1:09:45

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This week Dan returns to join Kyle, Bear and Baba Yaga in a lively discussion about their personal experiences and changes in the trading community. They reflect on the evolution of their trading room, the challenges of balancing personal freedom with community obligations, and the decision to shift away from structured trading commitments. The con…

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Episode 514-Coheed And Cambria-Good Apollo, I’m Burning Star IV, Volume One: From Fear Through the Eyes of Madness 2:03:06

24d ago2:03:06

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This Week on America's Podcast: Coheed and Cambria Strap on your space helmets and tighten your prog-rock seatbelts, because this week on America’s Podcast, we descend into the melodically twisted, comic book-fueled universe of Coheed and Cambria—specifically, their tongue-twisting opus Good Apollo, I’m Burning Star IV, Volume One: From Fear Throug…

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How to spot the tricks suppliers use to stop us getting a better deal 29:03

25d ago29:03

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This week, the chair of the Australian Energy Regulator, Claire Savage, advised us to “shop around” for a better deal as energy prices are set to rise by almost ten per cent, in some places. But how easy is it to shop around? And what happens when supplies don’t make it an even playing field for consumers?…

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Episode #151: Sitting quite strongly 14:10

25d ago14:10

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Markets have calmed down following some short-lived panic regarding the latest Trump trade talks and discussions around tariffs for China and the EU. More negotiations are under way with recognition that the US ultimately does want to reach a deal with its key trade partners, but some investors are now beginning to abandon the US as a 'safe haven'.…

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75 | Trying to Lose Weight in Perimenopause? What to Know Before Intermittent Fasting 20:25

26d ago20:25

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Skipping breakfast? Swigging coffee ‘til noon and calling it “intermittent fasting”? You’re not alone….But that strategy? It might be backfiring. In fact, if you…

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Discipline and Playlists - Afterhours 32:33

28d ago32:33

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Baba had some additional thoughts after we ended last week's episode on Discipline, so we turned the mics back on for some bonus content that somehow led to a deep dive into his musical tastes... Happy Memorial Day! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Episode #150: Special Episode with Ravi Sharma and Sean O'Malley 23:43

1M ago23:43

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Housing prices in Australia have continued to rise rapidly over the last two decades, with housing unaffordability and the cost of living affecting both first home buyers and older Australians retiring with greater levels of mortgage debt. On the pod this week, Diana is joined by buyer's agent Ravi Sharma and AMP Bank's Sean O'Malley to talk about …

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Episode 513-U2-The Joshua Tree 2:36:32

1M ago2:36:32

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This Week on America’s Podcast – we’re heading into the desert with the album that made U2 a household name: The Joshua Tree. Joining us for this sonic pilgrimage are Travis Perrotta and Andy Rodriguez to help decide—does this album “Bullet the Blue Sky” or make you want to “Exit” because you “Still Haven’t Found What You’re Looking For”? No spoile…

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Rates are falling. Inflation is steady. So what now? 33:03

1M ago33:03

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The Reserve Bank has cut interest rates. Inflation is under control, unemployment is low, and the forecasts say ‘steady as she goes.’ What do we do when everything works out the way we’ve planned? Guests: Myriam Robin - Senior Writer for the Australian Financial Review Tom Crowley - ABC federal political reporter and previously an economist with th…

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74 | Are You Eating Enough? 3 Ways Eating Less Backfires in Perimenopause 19:03

1M ago19:03

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz You’re eating like a bird, but still can’t button your jeans.:< If skipping snacks, counting macros, or cutting carbs is supposed to help us lose weight…why does…

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What is “Discipline?” 1:02:29

1M ago1:02:29

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In this episode of Band of Traders, Kyle and guests Bear Goes Long, Cleo, and Baba Yaga dive into the critical topic of discipline in trading. Cleo shares her struggle to stick to her trading plan after a big loss, highlighting the importance of external accountability and rebuilding self-trust. Baba Yaga emphasizes clarity of goals as a foundation…

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Episode 512-Smith/Kotzen-Black Light/White Noise 1:50:45

1M ago1:50:45

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This Week on America’s Podcast… We’re flipping the switch and turning on the Black Light as we dive headfirst into Smith/Kotzen’s "Black Light/White Noise"—joined by our special guest Eric Lussier from The French Connection! Is this album a sonic revelation or just some artsy white noise that makes you want to unplug the stereo and apologize to you…

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Is monopsony worse than monopoly? 28:13

1M ago28:13

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Welcome to the world of monopsony - where sellers, not buyers, get the raw deal. So, how does this impact me as a consumer? Then, the link between productivity and a pay increase. Guests: Emilia Terzon - ABC national business reporter Matthew McKenzie - Energy and economics reporter with the West Australian Get in touch: We read all of your emails,…

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Episode #149: A 'pause' but not the final end point 21:25

1M ago21:25

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Trump has cut a deal with China which came a lot sooner than expected. The worst case scenario seems to have been averted for now, resulting in a recovery in sharemarkets and reassurance to those panicking at the bottom. Meanwhile, Labor winning 93 seats in the Australian Federal Election means they now have the largest gap between an Opposition an…

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73 | Can’t Lose Weight? The Truth About GLP-1 for Weight Loss in Perimenopause & Beyond 20:58

1M ago20:58

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Weight won’t budge? Want to lose 10 (or 20) pounds before summer so you can feel good in your skin again—and without hiding under a caftan. 👀 Enter wonder drug G…

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What Am I Capable of? - Roundtable 1:17:13

1M ago1:17:13

1:17:13

Kyle, Baba Yaga, Bear Goes Long, and Cleo dive into trading psychology, exploring what traders are capable of… both good and bad. From Cleo’s $1,200 loss on a fake news spike to Baba’s disciplined recovery after a red day, they unpack how emotional discipline and risk management shape success. Kyle reflects on seeking flaws in his process, while Be…

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Episode 511-Heart-Dog And Butterfly 1:54:12

1M ago1:54:12

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This Week on America’s Podcast… We’re having a high time (in every sense) as we float through Heart’s "Dog and Butterfly" with rock-loving guests Tim Wirasnik and Travis Perrotta! Is this album a Straight On classic or does it nap like a tired puppy? No spoilers—but expect some passionate opinions and a few musical detours. Tracks of the Week: Moog…

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“90% of Traders Don’t Take Their Losses” Ft. Mandi Rafsendjani (@MPX_Trader) 54:28

2M ago54:28

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Kyle hosts Mandi Rafsendjani (@MPX_Trader), an Australian based trading psychology coach, to explore how childhood experiences shape trading decisions. We explore how generational trauma (like Kyle’s unstable childhood and Mandi’s codependent upbringing) fuels fear-based habits, such as letting losses run. Mandi emphasizes resolving emotions over c…

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Reform ready: What Albanese could do now 34:24

2M ago34:24

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With a strong second-term mandate, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has a rare chance to drive real change. From tax to housing to climate policy, the moment is ripe for long-term reform that could shape Australia’s future for decades. But where to begin? Plus, listener Alex challenges the narrative around government debt and household budgets. Gues…

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72 | 10 Stupid Things Women Do To Mess Up Our Metabolism in Perimenopause and Menopause 18:12

2M ago18:12

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz The average woman starts dieting at age 17. By the time we hit 45, we’ve dieted at least 61 times. Sixty-one. Diets. And yet somehow we’re still being told to ju…

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“It’ll Go Further Than You Think It Should” - Roundtable 1:11:22

2M ago1:11:22

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Kyle, Baba Yaga, and Fleri dive into navigating volatile markets with nimble strategies and disciplined execution. Baba recounts a high-of-day short that could’ve been a “weekmaker” but slipped due to overzealous adds, while Fleri shares a monster long trade sparked by noticing a particular nuance of the 30s OR. Kyle celebrates sticking to his proc…

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Episode 510-Depeche Mode-Black Celebration 1:58:36

2M ago1:58:36

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This week on America’s Podcast, it’s Black Celebration—or Black Condemnation, depending on who you ask! Jerry wanted an album to tear apart, so Marc handed him one he adores. Will Jerry respect the synth gods, or will he spread blasphemous rumors? Can Mooger be the tie-breaker, or will he just sit back with popcorn? And most importantly—will Marc g…

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Episode #148: Why more isn't always better than less 21:21

2M ago21:21

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The latest inflation data is in and we're finally back on target. Markets are up by over 10% now that the reciprocal tariffs have been pushed out by 90 days, but there's still a long way to go. On the pod this week, Shane and Diana unpack the latest March quarter headline inflation data, look at the election promises made ahead of the Federal Elect…

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“Never Argue with Price” - Ft. Ariel Hernandez (@RealSimpleAriel) 52:55

2M ago52:55

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Join host Kyle on the Band of Traders Podcast as he chats with Ariel Hernandez, aka "@RealsimpleAriel," a swing and position trader who turned $30,000 into $3.5 million in just 16 months. Discover Ariel’s journey from a troubled past to trading success, his scalable swing trading strategies, and how he identifies leading stocks using tools like Fin…

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Inflation is down so why do we keep going on about the price of eggs? 29:05

2M ago29:05

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Australia’s inflation rate is now firmly in the RBA’s target band, but groceries, rent, and daily essentials still feel painfully expensive. Why is there a disconnect between the data and what we think is our lived reality? The Opposition leader, Peter Dutton, says he wants to cut Australia’s permanent migration program. Is such a cut possible? And…

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71 | Ask AI: 5 Things ChatGPT Can't Tell You About Balancing Hormones in Perimenopause and Menopause 16:51

2M ago16:51

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz The average woman spends six years searching for relief from hormone symptoms. AI can’t speed that up. Sure, it can plan your vacation, rewrite your resume, and …

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Episode #147: Economics in our schools and universities 24:59

2M ago24:59

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Economics looks at what's happening in the world but recent media reports have charted the long-run decline in students studying economics at high school and a relative decline in students studying a Bachelor of Economics at university relative to STEM fields. This week, Diana is joined by Ash and Divita in a special episode looking at how economic…

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"Trust The Damn Work!" - Roundtable 56:53

2M ago56:53

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Kyle, Baba Yaga, and Bear Goes Long unpack navigating volatile markets with nimble trading strategies and disciplined adjustments. Baba shares how he flipped a short to a long when sellers faltered, while Bear confesses a bias-driven loss from ignoring his system. Kyle reveals how stats led him to ditch losing OR trades, emphasizing trust in data o…

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Episode 509-Bon Jovi- These Days 2:17:18

2M ago2:17:18

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This week on America’s Podcast, we dive These Days (literally) into Bon Jovi’s 1995 album because Mooger missed out last time—so, of course, we’re doing a Redux. #SecondChances #BonJoviOrBust We bring in special guest Eric Lussier to help us answer the big question: Does this album give you something for the pain, or is it pure Jovi gold? No spoile…

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What exactly is a recession? 29:05

2M ago29:05

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It's more than job losses. It's dreams deferred and careers that never get off the ground. Why do the scars last a lifetime? Then, why does the Justice Department want to break up Google? Plus, penalty rates are under the spotlight again, but do they really cost the economy jobs? Guests: Dan Ziffer - ABC national business reporter Rachel Clayton - …

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70 | Are You Guilty Of This?: The Daily Habit Hijacking Your Hormones In Perimenopause And Menopause 18:43

2M ago18:43

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Episode 508-6 Albums That Divided Fanbases 2:25:06

2M ago2:25:06

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This week on America’s Podcast, we’re diving into six albums that split fanbases like a badly mixed record. Love them or loathe them, these albums had fans either throwing their fists in the air or throwing their CDs out the window. First up, Queensrÿche – Hear In the Now Frontier—where prog-metal legends decided to strip things down, leaving fans …

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Episode #146: Super in uncertain times 25:48

2M ago25:48

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In this ep Shane and Diana unpack Liberation Day tariffs, the possibility that the market is yet to bottom out, what this means for shares and a few key takeaways around your super in uncertain times. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal …

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TikTok vs Louis Vuitton: How China's revenge tariffs are crashing the luxury market 28:34

2M ago28:34

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What do luxury handbags and kids’ colouring books have in common? They're both caught up in the latest economic crossfire. Then, we unpack the economic chaos of an election campaign full of promises, including a $1,000 no-questions-asked tax deduction. Plus, Australia’s very own Future Fund fantasies: who's really winning, and are you one of them? …

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“Our Edge is Our Discretion” - Ft. Graham Glover, CEO of PriceSquawk 56:45

2M ago56:45

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Kyle welcomes back Graham Glover (CEO and co-founder of PriceSquawk) to catch up after hearing about some collaboration between Graham and 2yrflipper. From Australia’s sunny shores, Graham talks about restarting his podcast and crossing paths with TRADEPRO Academy. They also explore trading drills that gamify skill-building, like the “Zero Sum” cha…

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69 | Am I Depressed…Or Is It My Hormones? 3 Questions To Ask Before Taking An SSRI in Perimenopause Or Menopause 20:44

2M ago20:44

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✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones Naturally With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz You’re not crying in traffic because you’re crazy. You’re not snapping at your family because you’re unstable. You’re just living in a body that’s shifting—and no one explained what that would feel like. Let’s b…

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Define Your Targets! - Roundtable 52:19

2M ago52:19

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Kyle and Bear Goes Long dive deep into the realities of trading in this candid Band of Traders episode. They explore the struggle to define a repeatable trading process, and the discipline needed to stick to it. From battling strategy hopping to mastering scratches, they share personal wins and setbacks (like the urge to nuke an account!). Bear unv…

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Episode 507-Elton John-Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 2:48:42

2M ago2:48:42

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This week on America’s Podcast, we hitch a ride down the Goodbye Yellow Brick Road to see if Elton John’s classic still rocks—or if it just blows like a candle in the wind (no spoilers, but we ain’t packing up our bags just yet). Helping us navigate this glitter-covered, piano-fueled journey are Travis Perrotta and Andy Rodriguez, who bring their h…

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