In this eye-opening episode, Lee Sandford pulls back the curtain on the rise of trading scams and fake influencers dominating social media.

After watching a shocking documentary, Lee dives into the reality behind the flashy lifestyles often promoted online, from rented supercars and private jets to so-called “expert” traders in their early 20s selling expensive education with little real experience.

He explains why many of these influencers thrived in a long bull market but lack the skills to survive tougher conditions, and why choosing the right mentor with real market experience has never been more important.

Inside this episode:

• How to spot fake trading gurus on Instagram
• Why trading success isn’t built overnight
• The dangers of unregulated advice and illegal practices
• What real trading education should look like
• Key signs of a trustworthy trading company

Lee also shares his own journey, the credibility behind Trading College, and why proper education, discipline, and experience are the only true path to long-term success in trading.

If you’re thinking about learning to trade, this episode could save you thousands and help you avoid costly mistakes.

In this episode of the Trading College Podcast, Lee Sandford sits down with James, an experienced trader who’s successfully integrated automated trading bots into his funded account strategy.

James shares his journey from five years of inconsistent manual trading to building a disciplined, low-risk bot-driven system that fits around a demanding day job. He explains exactly how he configures bots to align with funded account rules, controls risk to as little as 0.15% per trade, and manually manages market bias by switching between long and short strategies.

You’ll hear a candid breakdown of:

• How automated bots really work in live funded accounts
• Why most traders fail with bots and how to avoid hard breaches
• The importance of risk management, trading hours, and market bias
• How James trains, backtests, and retrains bots using real market data
• The psychological benefits of automation and removing emotion from trades

This is not a “set and forget” system. James treats his bot like a professional trading employee, with strict rules, ongoing oversight, and realistic expectations. If you’re struggling to balance trading with work, or looking for a smarter way to approach funded accounts, this episode offers practical insight from someone doing it properly.

Ideal for traders who want structure, scalability, and sustainability, not shortcuts.

Latest podcast from founder Lee. This is about trading alone and all the benefits and challenges that surround that. Find out more about the fun bits! Book a call-back to speak with our course advisors 👉 https://t.ly/z2QRL

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In this episode, Lee Sandford the Trading College founder, discusses how good habits can help you replace your day job with a few hours trading in the morning.

Join Lee Sandford as he chats with Luke, a former professional footballer who made the leap from the pitch to the trading floor. In this episode, Luke shares his journey from considering property investments to discovering trading through social media, and how he found a path that offers both financial freedom and time with his family.

From the highs and lows of professional sport to the psychological challenges of trading, Luke and Lee explore the similarities between football and trading—discipline, resilience, and the pursuit of consistent success. Tune in to hear how trading has given Luke a new sense of purpose, instant gratification, and the freedom to enjoy life beyond a 9-to-5.

Whether you’re an ex-athlete, someone looking for a career change, or just curious about trading, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and practical lessons for anyone ready to take control of their future.

Join Lee on this podcast that could help turn your trading around!

In this episode, Trading College founder Lee Sandford shares the five key principles every trader needs to stop losing money and start trading like a professional. From building a solid trading plan and managing risk, to following the trend, journaling trades, and staying connected to a supportive trading community — Lee breaks down the mindset and strategy shifts that separate consistent traders from emotional ones. Whether you’re new to trading or trying to turn your results around, this short, straight-talking episode will help you regain control and trade with confidence.

In this episode, we tackle one of the most common pitfalls among traders—over trading. Whether you're driven by FOMO, chasing losses, or just can't seem to stay out of the market, this discussion is for you. We break down the psychological and strategic reasons traders over trade, explore the real costs it can have on your performance, and most importantly, share actionable tips to help you regain discipline and trade with clarity. If you're ready to take control of your trading habits and make smarter, more intentional decisions, this episode is a must-listen.

Tune in and learn how to trade less, but profit more.