Short Selling Master Turned $29k into 7 Figures with 90% Win Rate w/ David Capablanca

Short Selling Master Turned $29k into 7 Figures with 90% Win Rate w/ David Capablanca

Author: Cam Hawkins August 4, 2026 Duration: 36:00
David Capablanca is a professional short seller, author of Short Selling Master, and founder of Fugazi Research. Originally trained as an architect, his path into trading began after surviving a brain tumor, graduating Full episode + show notes: https://tradingnut.com/david-capablanca/ Key moments - [14:46] "Put your 10,000 plus hours into one specific thing." - [15:43] "Devour any information you can on your niche." - [20:54] "You've got to survive your learning curve." - [23:55] "Make the decision early on that you're never going to give up." - [24:59] "Focus on the solution, cut out what's not working, and keep improving." - [26:33] "Have a strict trading criteria." - [27:48] "Chinese stocks are a red flag. Stay away." - [28:54] "Understand there's a lot of manipulation. Don't put yourself in the way of danger." - [30:19] "No nano floats. No Chinese stocks. No Asian stocks." - [31:41] "Become a better person overall because many habits aren't conducive to trading." - [32:38] "Watch your thoughts and choose your words." - [33:30] "Journal and analyze why you broke your rules." Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duTlROR0ofU --- Sponsors BlackBull Markets - 100% deposit bonus & free TradingView. NZ-regulated broker. https://tradingnut.com/go/blackbull/ FTMO - Buy a challenge and we’ll help you pass it. https://tradingnut.com/go/ftmo/ --- More from Trading Nut Strategy Vault - Free guest setups organised by method. https://tradingnut.com/go/vault/ TraderZen - Free trade control & mindset app for active traders. https://tradingnut.com/go/traderzen/ Dynamic Traders Club - Free 7-minute rule strategy — mechanical intraday setup. https://tradingnut.com/go/dtc/ --- Educational only - not financial advice. Risk: https://tradingnut.com/disclaimers/ Some links are affiliate partnerships.

Cam Hawkins hosts Trading Nut | Trader Interviews-Forex, Futures, Stocks (Robots & More), a podcast that digs into the real stories and methods behind the screens. This isn't about theoretical market fluff; it's a series of direct conversations with traders who are in the trenches, discussing what actually works for them and, just as importantly, what hasn't. You'll hear detailed breakdowns of approaches across forex, futures, stocks, and commodities, including the practical use of automated systems. Each episode aims to unpack a trader's personal journey, their specific strategies, and the mental frameworks they rely on to navigate different market conditions. The focus is on actionable insights and candid reflections you can learn from, whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your own process. Tune in for a grounded, no-nonsense look at the diverse world of trading, all delivered with a straightforward, Aussie perspective. This podcast serves as a resource for anyone serious about understanding the many facets of the business, from entrepreneurship to the nuts and bolts of investing.
Author: Language: en-nz Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
DTC 21: Q&A Implementing a New Trading Identity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:23
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DTC 20: Become the Trader Your Bank Account Is Waiting For [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:00
This segment explores the fundamental difference between profitable and struggling traders. It emphasizes that long-term success requires a complete shift in personal identity rather than just learning a new strategy. Pr…
333. The Psychopath Trait Every Great Trader Has w/ Neil Solomon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:32
Mindset expert and author Neil Solomon joins Trading Nut to break down the real psychology behind trading failure — from why watching yourself lose is harder than winning, to the "controlled psychopathy" trait shared by…
DTC 20: Become the Trader Your Bank Account Is Waiting For [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:32
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The Psychopath Trait w/ Neil Solomon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:00
In this episode of Trading Nut, host Cam Hawkins sits down with Neil Solomon — mechanical-engineer-turned-entrepreneur, author of The 1% Door, and mindset expert — to unpack the psychological patterns that quietly sabo F…
DTC 19: How to Stop Blowing Accounts & Rebuild After Blowing One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:00
When recovering from a blown account, it is critical to separate the new account from the old one to avoid carrying forward the emotional baggage of past losses. Full episode + show notes: https://tradingnut.com/dtc-19-h…
DTC 19: How to Stop Blowing Accounts & Rebuild After Blowing One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:34
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DTC 18: How Can Prop Firm Traders Feel More Confident [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:00
Vatsal shares that executing thousands of setups during backtesting provided the hard, data-backed evidence required to drastically boost his confidence in live market conditions. Full episode + show notes: https://tradi…