IBKR Podcasts

Join us for a deep dive into the benefits and risks of constructing a portfolio with crypto assets. WisdomTree in Europe's Director of Digital Assets Research Dovile Silenskyte discusses the case for digital asset diversification, convincing crypto skeptics, as well as differentiates between different blockchains, unravels the recent crypto flash crash, and more!   

Andrew Wilkinson of Interactive Brokers sits down with Kevin Davitt from Nasdaq to unpack whether December can deliver the market cheer investors hope for. From volatility swings to carry trade risks and crypto surprises, this episode dives deep into what could shape the year-end rally.

An in-depth conversation with Abra CEO and Founder Bill Barhydt about the recent groundswell of interest in U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins. We also explore how U.S. legislation might impact market and monetary policy , innovation, the future of banking, wealth management, and more!

Join Jeff Praissman as he sits down with Dmitry Pargamanik and Will McBride from Market Chameleon to explore straddle strategies in options trading. Are they a smart play or a risky business? Learn how volatility, time decay, and event-driven catalysts shape these trades.

In this episode of the IBKR Podcast, host Jeff Praissman sits down with NASDAQ’s Michael Normyle to unpack the widening wealth gap and its impact on consumer behavior. From stock market-driven confidence to the financial strain on lower-income households, we explore how inflation, wage growth, and spending trends are shaping today’s K-shaped economy.

In this episode, Gerry Perez, CEO of IBKR UK, joins us to dive deep into the hidden price of financial illiteracy and why it matters for everyone, from students to seasoned investors. Join us as we explore practical strategies, expert insights, and innovative tools that make financial education accessible and empowering.

Join Jose Torres as he sits down with Michael Larson (The Money Show), Harry Figgie and Denton Jones (Greenwich Wealth Management), Jeff Zipper (Fifth Third Private Bank), and Vincent Randazzo (View Wright Advisors) to explore how wealth managers use forecast contracts in today’s markets. Hear expert insights on trading strategies, prediction markets, and portfolio positioning from some of the industry’s most trusted voices.

Markets are bracing for a holiday week packed with economic data, retail earnings, and Fed uncertainty. Will traders feast on opportunity or wobble under volatility? Tune in for insights from IBKR's Jeff Praissman who hosts Scott Bauer of Prosper Trading Academy.

Join Elizaveta Gridneva and Nicholas Ng on the IBKR Podcast as they explore Japan’s bold economic shift from decades of deflation toward growth and innovation. Discover whether structural reforms, BOJ rate moves, and global megatrends can flip the script for investors.

Leveraged ETFs sound exciting; triple the gains, right? Not so fast. In this episode, we unpack the hidden risks, daily compounding effects, and why timing matters more than ever. Whether you’re curious about hedging, short-term plays, or just want to know if these tools belong in your portfolio, this conversation will give you the clarity you need.

Join Jeff Praissman, host of the Interactive Brokers Podcast, and Scott Bauer from Prosper Trading Academy as they break down the market’s reaction to the government reopening. Will delayed economic data trigger a rally or reveal deeper risks for traders?

On this IBKR Podcast episode, we explore how options market data reveals hidden signals that can help investors forecast stock movements with greater accuracy. Brian Tancock of Visual Sectors breaks down four predictive pillars, like asymmetric information and crowd wisdom, and explains how retail traders can use them to build smarter, market-neutral portfolios.

As global capital flows shift eastward, the UAE is positioning itself as a serious contender to Wall Street’s legacy. In this episode, James Bradie of IBKR UK joins Andrew Wilkinson to explore how fintech, regulation, and investor migration are transforming the Gulf into a global financial powerhouse.

Market Chameleon’s Dmitry Pargamanik and Will McBride join Jeff Praissman in the IBKR Podcast Studio to break down one of the most talked-about options strategies: the credit put spread. They discuss how traders use it to define risk, manage volatility, and capture steady income — plus how data, probabilities, and timing play into successful execution.

Host Andrew Wilkinson joins Steve Sosnick, Scott Bauer, and Jeff Praissman to revisit the trading floors of the late ’90s, unpack how speculation and innovation collide, and explore what investors can learn from history’s rhyming cycles.

Dive into the world of prediction markets with Wall Street South as we break down forecast contracts, from S&P 500 bets to Bitcoin surprises and political futures. Learn how savvy investors are navigating volatility, AI-driven trends, and election odds to uncover hidden opportunities.

The IPO market is back with a bang! 2025 has seen a surge in listings, capital raised, and day-one performance that rivals the best years in recent history. In this IBKR Podcast episode, NASDAQ’s Michael Normyle breaks down the forces behind the boom, the sectors leading the charge, and what might signal the next turning point.

Fed Governor Waller calls it a “new era” for payments, but what does that really mean for crypto, markets, and the so-called “Wild West” of digital assets? Scott Bauer from Prosper Trading joins host Jeff Praissman to break down the Fed’s surprising tone shift, earnings season trends, and whether the Magnificent Seven can keep driving the market.