572: I Turned $29k Into $1M Short Selling Stocks - David Capablanca

572: I Turned $29k Into $1M Short Selling Stocks - David Capablanca

Author: Etienne Crete August 10, 2026 Duration: 28:43

In episode 572 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with David Capablanca, who walks through how he went from financially illiterate to growing a small account into millions by short-selling stocks most traders are too scared to touch. He breaks down the strict checklist he uses to avoid the trades that wipe accounts out.

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Topics Covered In This Episode

  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 01:03 Who is David Capablanca?
  • 02:00 What brought him to short selling instead of buying stocks
  • 04:26 How he learned to trade
  • 07:28 How does he manage risk when short selling?
  • 07:58 His nine-core checklist
  • 16:52 Is it mostly fundamentals, or is technical analysis involved too?
  • 18:40 How far down does he ride a move before covering?
  • 20:17 Can anyone become a good short seller?
  • 25:27 Is shorting big caps easier for the average new trader?
  • 27:04 Could you also short UK/European stocks?
  • 27:41 Where to find David Capablanca and his book (links below)

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Hosted by Etienne Crete, the Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful Traders is a deep and practical resource for anyone serious about the foreign exchange market. This isn't about hype or quick tips; it's a focused exploration of the mindset, strategies, and daily habits that separate consistently profitable traders from the rest. Each episode features candid conversations with proven traders from diverse backgrounds, dissecting their real-world experiences, toughest losses, and most valuable breakthroughs. You'll hear detailed discussions on analysis techniques, risk management psychology, and building a sustainable trading business. Etienne guides these interviews with a clear purpose: to extract actionable lessons you can apply directly to your own charts and decision-making process. The podcast operates from a core belief that trading mastery is a skill built through education and disciplined practice, leading to greater independence. Whether you're refining your system or just starting out, these conversations provide the nuanced insights and hard-won wisdom rarely found in textbooks or online forums. Tune in for a straightforward, no-fluff dialogue about what it truly takes to navigate the markets with more confidence and control.
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