In this episode, Jeff Boccaccio interviews Jason Shapiro, a well-known contrarian trader and an initially reluctant participant in Jack Schwager's 'Unknown Market Wizards.' Jason discusses his current trading strategies, the stresses of trading and the tolls it can take along with how he incorporates the Commitment of Traders (COT) report into his decision-making process. He also shares personal anecdotes about his life, including a transformative experience spending a month in a Buddhist monastery in Burma and how it shaped his views on freedom and wealth. The episode packs valuable lessons on trading psychology, maintaining discipline and how his last minute decision to be included in ‘Unknown Market Wizards’ has led to a fulfilling community of traders at the Crowded Market Report. Watch the Video Podcast on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/E0kSGSBKDl8?si=29xUFh-uEf5RNDAQ 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections on Wealth01:01 Current Market Focus and Trading Strategies 01:27 Insights on Gold and Market Sentiment 02:14 Contemplating Retirement and Life Choices 03:07 Jason Shapiro's Background and Monastery Experience 08:41 Lessons from the Monastery and Life Reflections 21:21 Trading Philosophy and Community Engagement 33:42 Reflections on Market Wizards and Legacy 38:33 Struggles and Discipline in Trading 40:27 Managing Investor Expectations 41:43 Running a Small Trading Shop 43:45 Starting a Hedge Fund or CTA 48:58 Systematic vs. Discretionary Trading 56:07 Position Sizing and Risk Management 01:02:54 Client Relationships and Correlation 01:05:50 Personal Investments and Retirement Accounts 01:09:12 Understanding the Trading System 01:10:46 Trade Execution and Position Sizing 01:11:31 Profit Exits and COT Reports 01:15:57 Risk Management and Learning from Mistakes 01:20:26 Trade Timing and Execution 01:27:24 Community Insights and Market Analysis 01:34:35 Final Thoughts and Resources   For more information about Jeff Boccaccio & Rfactory visit us at https://www.rfactory.io For more information about Jason Shapiro &the Crowded Market Report visit https://www.crowdedmarketreport.com/   DISCLAIMER AND LEGAL NOTICE: This content is for educational purposes only, and not intended for use as a source of investment or trading advice, nor as a recommendation or solicitation to buy or sell any asset. The creators of this content are researchers and educational presenters, not an accredited program or institution, nor are they professional advisors or brokers of any kind. Trading and investing involves significant risk of loss. You are responsible for your own results, and individual results vary. All content copyright protected.