Why Smart Investors Make Dumb Decisions

Why Smart Investors Make Dumb Decisions

Author: Created by best-selling author and trader - Louise Bedford September 1, 2026 Duration: 33:10
Why do intelligent investors repeatedly make irrational decisions with their money? In this special simulcast episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford and Australian property investment expert Michael Yardney explore the cognitive biases that quietly influence traders, property investors and long-term investors alike. Together, they unpack five powerful behavioural biases: Confirmation biasLoss aversionRecency biasAnchoringOverconfidenceWhy do traders ignore information that contradicts the...

For anyone feeling a bit lost in the noise of the Australian sharemarket, Talking Trading offers a grounded conversation. Created by best-selling author and trader Louise Bedford, this isn't about hype or frantic predictions. Instead, it's a weekly resource focused on building sustainable strategies and the crucial mental framework needed to execute them. You'll hear discussions that blend market mechanics with trading psychology, aiming to replace guesswork with a more structured and calm methodology. The idea is to move away from that exhausting cycle of watching screens all day and reacting to every flicker. Whether you're just starting out or you've been at it for a while but find your effort isn't translating into consistent results, this podcast digs into the practicalities. Episodes explore specific Australian market opportunities, risk management techniques, and the often-overlooked emotional discipline required to stick to a plan. It's about developing a repeatable approach that fits into a real life, giving you the clarity and confidence to make decisions without the second-guessing. Tune in for honest insights from Louise Bedford's experience, designed to help you navigate the markets with a clearer head and a more focused strategy.
Author: Language: en-au Episodes: 50

Talking Trading | Australian Sharemarket Strategies, Education & Trading Psychology
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