In this episode of Trading Takes, host Sam sits down with Yanni Nicolaides — a profitable trader whose journey started as an intern at and elite proprietary trading firm and evolved into independent trading success. Yanni shares how he built his playbooks, why preparation is everything, and how he turned A+ setups into consistent five‑figure wins. His story is packed with lessons about discipline, asymmetric sizing, and adapting to ever-changing market themes.

In this episode of Trading Takes, Sam sits down with legendary futures trader Matt "Pax" Kenah for an unfiltered conversation on trading discipline, simplicity, and longevity.

Pax shares how his journey started on the floor of the Chicago Board of Trade and evolved into high-level screen trading. Learn how he keeps his edge, scales responsibly, and stays mentally sharp year after year.

Whether you're new to futures or looking to improve consistency in any market, Pax’s wisdom is a must-listen.

In this episode of Trading Takes, Sam sits down with Jason Tange, one of the founders of AskEdgar.

With a passion for data-driven edge, Jason breaks down how traders can gain an edge using public filings like 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and risk disclosures, especially for small cap stocks. He also shares the philosophy behind AskEdgar, blending AI with deep domain expertise.