Let’s Talk Forex with Alison and Chris
Let’s Talk Forex is a podcast by FxScouts, created to help beginner and developing traders build a strong foundation in the Forex market.
Hosted by Alison and Chris, the show draws on years of experience reviewing brokers and analysing global markets. We cut through the noise to deliver clear, practical insights that help you start trading with confidence and avoid common mistakes.
Each episode covers the questions that matter most — from choosing a trustworthy broker and understanding regulation, to managing risk, improving trading psychology, and refining your strategy.
Whether you are placing your first trade or looking to sharpen your edge, Let’s Talk Forex helps you make smarter, more informed trading decisions
DISCLAIMER
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
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Episodes
Thursday Nov 24, 2022
Thursday Nov 24, 2022
A special episode this week as Alison and Chris interview Monty Barnard, the COO of Khwezi Trade, one of South Africa's leading Forex brokers since 2013. We chat with Monty about the global changes in the Forex industry and how they have affected South Africa. We also find out what it's like to run a Forex broker, and how traders have changed, especially over the last tumultuous 6 years.
This is NOT a sponsored episode. Khwezi Trade is a South African broker and partner of ours, and while they are featured on our sites, we have received no financial compensation for this interview. Khwezi Trade has been tested and evaluated objectively according to our guidelines. You can read our review guidelines here, and our review of Khwezi Trade here.
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Thursday Nov 17, 2022
Thursday Nov 17, 2022
Leverage is a double-edged sword. It's essential for making a profit in Forex trading, but using it recklessly will only lead to disaster. Tune in to find out how leverage works, why it's important, and how to use it wisely. We'll also discuss the difference between leverage and margin and why regulators sometimes restrict the amount of leverage a broker can offer.
A few things mentioned in the episode you may want to check out:
Some more reading on Leverage: https://fxscouts.com/forex-education/what-is-leverage-in-forex-trading/
And our video on Leverage explained on YouTube.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLnoFMLEYIg&t=116s
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Crypto trading has recently come under the scrutiny of some of the world’s top tier regulators. In this episode we cover the basics of crypto trading, the difference between crypto trading and trading crypto CFDs, and what recent regulatory changes mean for you as a trader. Visit FxScouts to learn more and find a regulated broker.
To know more about GoMarkets which Alison mentions at the beginning of this episode, check out their review here.
This episode is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dFwPLvaBo_U
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Positional traders tend to ignore short-term price movements and prefer to rely on fundamental analysis and long-term trends. They hold positions for months and sometimes even years. Listen to our podcast to find out more about whether positional trading is the right style for you.
For more educational material on Forex trading, checkout our Education section here.
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Thursday Oct 27, 2022
Thursday Oct 27, 2022
Many traders think that day trading and scalping are similar. Although both trading styles do take place within one trading day, there are important differences between the two. In this podcast we discuss the golden rules of day trading and how to go about choosing the best day trading broker.
Watch our video on Day Trading on YouTube
Find more educational content here: https://fxscouts.com/forex-education
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Thursday Oct 20, 2022
Thursday Oct 20, 2022
This week we are kicking off a three week series that will cover some common Forex topics that beginner traders may struggle with. First out is Scalping. What it is, how it works and why it requires a clear trading strategy regardless of your trading experience.
Find more information on Scalping here.
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Thursday Oct 13, 2022
Thursday Oct 13, 2022
Skilling is a relatively new broker and one we expect to make some noise in the next few years. We recently tested and reviewed skilling, and in this episode, we share our insights on where they break new ground and offer traders an improved experience, as well as where they fall short and will need to improve as they grow.
You will find our full review of Skilling (ZA) here and Skilling (UK) here.
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Wednesday Oct 05, 2022
Wednesday Oct 05, 2022
The GBP crashes as the new UK government scares investors, is this just another example of the USD’s strength causing chaos in currency markets? How long can the Dollar keep on rising and what does the market volatility mean for Forex traders?
Check out our YouTube video on this topic and follow our live currency update here.
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
This weekend, Apple pulled MT4 and MT5 from the App Store. Find out what we know about the resons behind this decision, what it means for iOS users, and what alternatives are available.
Useful links:
Top cTrader brokers in the UK
Top cTrader brokers in South Africa
Forbes article discussed in this episode
To get in touch with us, send us an email: podcast@fxscouts.com
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
Many traders don’t realise or appreciate the importance of correctly sizing their trade, but it can greatly affect performance. In this episode we explain how you can determine your trade size using lots, and setting your stop-losses to reduce your risk.
Click here for a chart comparing lot sizes
For more advice on how to place your first trade, including detail on how to calculate pip value when your account currency and quote currency are different, click here.
FxScouts DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.