538: This Scalping Strategy Makes Me A Living (John Kurisko)

This Scalping Strategy Makes Me A Living In episode 538 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with "DayTraderRockstar" John Kurisko, who dives deep into his exact scalping framework—how he reads momentum, identifies trend structure, and times entries using quad rotations and divergences. Here's a practical walkthrough showing the real mechanics behind his 1–5 minute setups, including where traders usually mess up and how he avoids overtrading. If you've been trying to "feel the pulse of the market," this is as close as you'll get without sitting next to him. >> Get John Kurisko's Trading Templates >> Previous interview w/ John Kurisko The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording!   Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:00:56 Invitation to watch the previous video (link above) 00:01:54 John Kurisko's backstory + evolution of his methodology 00:03:49 The business plan mindset & why most traders overtrade 00:05:58 Timeframes, expectations (1–5 min), and setup frequency 00:07:47 Quad rotation explained (all stochastics aligned) 00:10:23 Deep dive on stochastics (9-3, 14-3, 44, 60-10) 00:13:54 Divergences as momentum shifts 00:17:14 The "super signal": quad rotation + divergence 00:22:34 Exit strategy: why the 9-3 at 80 is your cash-out signal 00:29:09 Bear flags & bull flags using the 60-10 embedded rule 00:39:16 Trend continuation setup (the best alternative when no divergence) 00:44:06 Real-time examples & walkthrough of ES scalps 00:50:20 Managing expectations, consistency & scaling 00:56:35 When to get out of a trade 00:58:40  Overnight setups & why they're often cleaner 01:03:27 Final thoughts and where to find John Kurisko (links below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find John Kurisko daytradingradio.com Get John Kurisko's Trading Templates Previous interview w/ John Kurisko What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

He Quit Everything to Trade for a Living In episode 537 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with author and pro trader Kevin Hunt, as he opens up about the journey that took him from losing everything in the UK to building a simple, freedom-focused trading lifestyle in Thailand. He shares how mindset, patience, and steady progress—not overnight wins—helped him turn trading into a sustainable way of living. His story shows what's possible when you keep things simple, stay consistent, and let trading support the life you actually want. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:55 Kevin Hunt's background 03:30 Discovering Forex trading 04:39 Finding mentors & early struggles 05:33 Mindset breakthrough & teaching his partner 08:04 Achieving lifestyle freedom in Thailand 10:24 Two important things to learn as a trader 13:28 Kevin's trading style 14:44 Red-news trading explained 17:25 Combining investing, ETFs, and trading income 19:57 Paying himself a salary from trading 21:49 Joining Desire To TRADE & teaching again 23:45 Final message to traders What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

How To Stay Consistently Profitable in the Markets In episode 536 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Brian Pezim from Bear Bull Traders, sharing his trading journey from his first stock purchase in the 1960s to navigating the dot-com bubble and beyond. He breaks down the mental side of trading, the importance of discipline, and how part-time traders can balance trading with a career. Whether you're curious about day trading strategies or swing trading hot sectors, Brian's insights offer practical lessons for traders at every stage. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:44 Introduction to Brian Pezim and his trading background 01:30 Early experiences with trading and first stock purchase (Bell Telephone, 1967) 04:22 When he started becoming profitable 07:06 Balancing trading with a full-time career Why Brian prefers part-time trading over full-time 08:29 Consulting, business ventures, and life outside trading 10:07 Swing trading hot sectors (gold, pot stocks, AI, rare earths) 11:18 Typical holding period for hot sectors 12:02 Profit-taking strategies and peeling off positions 13:17 Advice for part-time traders balancing jobs and trading 15:37 Swing trading vs day trading for part-time traders 17:13 The biggest mental trap that wipes out weekly profits 19:27 The benefits of taking partials 20:03 Final advice for aspiring traders 21:18 Where to find Brian Pezim and his books What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Brian Pezim Email: [email protected] Brian's books: https://geni.us/fUuHvn What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Build The Ultimate Trader Mindset In episode 535 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will hear trading motivation in building the ultimate trader mindset to scale up. Learn how to handle what many traders struggle with: capital, confidence, and consistency. You will listen to seasoned traders break down the mindset shifts, practical steps, and brutally honest realities behind becoming consistently profitable. If you're serious about long-term trading success, the lessons here can save you years of mistakes. Forex Trader Motivation playlist >> Watch the video recording! Here are the full interviews used in this Forex Trader Motivation video: Jerremy Newsome Jason Graystone Adrian Reid Akil Stokes Tyler Bollhorn Andrew Aziz What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Mindset & Skills to Become a Consistently Profitable Trader In episode 534 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Paras Jandwani of Bear Bull Traders, sharing the mindset, skills, and daily habits that helped him go from struggling for over three years to becoming a consistently profitable momentum trader. He breaks down the psychological traps traders fall into, how technical rules can solve emotional issues, and why understanding your personal strengths is the foundation of long-term success. This is a grounded, practical conversation that helps traders see what "consistency" really requires behind the scenes. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! >> Private Training: "Strengths & Weaknesses" (With Template) >> Paras' Tape Reading Course Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:30 Who is Paras Jandwani? 01:14 What kind of trading do Paras do today? 02:00 His early years and the difficult 3-year struggle to become profitable 06:04 How tape reading became his turning point 09:29 How long tape signals last & identifying real-time patterns 12:35 How Paras defines consistency and why you can lose it 17:23 Why refining your playbook reduces losses 18:49 How to build confidence to scale into trades 20:17 Why realistic expectations matter in your trading career 21:26 How to discover your natural trading strengths 23:30 How your personality dictates the trading style that suits you 25:37 How to find Paras Jandwani (links below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Paras Jandwani X/Twitter: @parasjandwani Paras' Tape Reading Course What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

From IT Career To Trading For A Living In episode 533 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Thor Young — a former IT professional who transitioned into full-time trading after seeking a more flexible lifestyle. Thor shares his path from struggling beginner to consistent trader, revealing how he built his own Camarilla-based trading system and mastered his mindset. The conversation digs into trading psychology, accountability, and building a process that actually fits your personality and lifestyle. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! >> Get your copy of Thor's book: Complete Day Trading System Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:55 Who is Thor Young? 02:39 Why he left IT and what reshaped his goals 03:41 The early struggles: two years of "stopping the bleeding" 05:38 The turning point: mastering trading psychology 07:48 Mentorship, mindset, and performance coaching with Dr. V 09:19 Thor's trading style: range-based, Camarilla pivot system 11:45 Behind the system: learning from market makers and algos 14:13 Reliability of his pivot system 16:11 The key to consistency: accountability and following your own SOP 18:18 When Thor realized his approach needed a total reset 19:55 Why he prefers bigger targets over high-frequency scalping 23:11 Understanding range, value, and institutional order flow 26:33 Where to find Thor Young (links below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Thor Young Instagram: @thoryoungbbt x/Twitter: @ThorYoung Book: Complete Day Trading System What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

How To Trade The Flow In episode 532 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Chris Weston, breaking down what it really means to "trade the flow." Instead of chasing setups or trying to predict markets, Chris explains how traders can read momentum, sentiment, and positioning to align with where the money is actually moving. It's a grounded discussion on emotional control, adapting to changing markets, and learning to stay fluid when conditions shift fast. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:56 What's new with Chris Weston 03:47 What "trading the flow" actually means 10:07 Spotting shifts in sentiment and positioning 11:42 Your system and the market environment 12:31 "Your trading is a reflection of yourself" 15:35 Is automation the way to move forward? 20:27 Managing risk around volatile flow conditions 27:04 Making sense of sideways markets 31:55 Where to find Chris Weston What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Chris Weston x/Twitter: @ChrisWeston_PS What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

The Truth About Day Trading For A Living In episode 531 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Blake Morrow — a veteran trader and founder of Forex Analytix — who breaks down what it really takes to trade for a living. He shares his 30-year journey from losing $30,000 in six months to managing multi-million dollar accounts and teaching traders worldwide. The conversation dives deep into discipline, risk, confidence, and why the best traders know when to cut a loss and move on. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:07 Blake's early years in trading and founding Forex Analytix 03:06 How he went from losing $30k to earning $1.5M in three years 06:28 The real pressure of trading for a living and how to handle it 08:55 Knowing when to adapt your strategy to market conditions 10:45 One thing common among the best traders in the world 15:01 Can trading discipline be taught — or is it earned through pain? 17:17 How Blake defines confidence in a trade and when he adds size 23:35 Trading style breakdown — combining technicals with fundamentals 25:11 Why simplicity in analysis wins over complexity 27:09 Where to find Blake Morrow What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Blake Morrow x/Twitter: @forexanalytix / @PipCzar forexanalytix.com What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Secrets To Full-Time Trading For Consistent Income In episode 530 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Eric Smolinski from Outlier Trading to discuss what it really takes to build consistent trading income — not just through smart trades, but by managing wealth, diversification, and mindset like a professional. Eric shares how he structures his trading for stability, balances growth with robustness, and uses other income streams like real estate to secure long-term financial independence. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:01 Building wealth and managing capital beyond trading 03:36 Why diversification matters even for skilled traders 05:03 Managing trading income and reducing tax burden 08:29 When to start diversifying your income sources 11:14 Trading for robustness vs trading for growth 13:17 How Eric structures and funds his trading lifestyle 14:27 The role of real estate and tax advantages for traders 16:25 Eric's favorite trading strategies and profit mechanisms 20:22 Balancing core vs speculative allocations 22:20 What it means to have an "Outlier Mindset" in trading 25:53 How to use structure and planning to level up as a trader 28:32 Where to find Erik Smolinski (link below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Erik Smolinski outliertrading.io What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

How To Trade Your Way To The Top 1% In episode 529 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with trader and entrepreneur Jerremy Newsome, as he dives into what it really takes to reach the top 1% of wealth through trading and smart investing. Jerremy breaks down wealth building into simple, repeatable math and shares how traders can blend swing trading, investing, and risk management to build sustainable long-term growth. The talk moves beyond charts—into mindset, risk perception, and practical wealth strategies that most traders overlook. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:53 What's new with Jerremy Newsome 02:59 What does it take to reach the top 1%? 04:13 How the wealthy build wealth 06:19 Understanding risk is more important than avoiding it 08:49 Swing investing explained – Combining short-term trading and long-term investing. 12:23 Concentration vs diversification 15:46 Using options as insurance 19:20 How to protect during market crashes 26:05 When to hold cash and when to use margin 27:36 Why self-talk and belief systems are critical for traders' success 28:38 Where to find Jerremy Newsome What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Jerremy Newsome X/Twitter: @newsomenuggets Instagram: @jerremynewsome What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!