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The Profit Strategies Podcast

The Profit Strategies Podcast

By Tom Gentile and Chris Johnson

Meet Tom Gentile and Chris Johnson: Two market experts with two different takes on trading strategies. In each weekly episode, you'll hear Tom and CJ's exclusive analysis on the market's movement - and they'll each show what they believe is the best way to make money off that movement.
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The Profit Strategies Podcast Mar 12, 2021

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How to Lose One Million Dollars

How to Lose One Million Dollars

Tom just lost $1 million dollars - and he's here to tell you that losing is all a part of trading. You can't win if you don't lose - and today, Tom and CJ are breaking down their biggest losers for July, and what they can learn from their losses.

Jul 23, 202101:02:15
Boring Market Breakdown: How to Trade Sideways Stocks

Boring Market Breakdown: How to Trade Sideways Stocks

Tom is chatting with his trading partner Mike Wade today all about the “boring” market month of June. But even when stocks aren’t shooting in one direction or another, there’s still cash to be made. You know what to do when stocks are climbing, and you know what to do when they’re falling. But what do you do when the market is stalling? 

Jun 25, 202121:14
Meet an 18-Year-Old Investing Genius

Meet an 18-Year-Old Investing Genius

With CJ out today, Tom is taking a sideways turn and interviewing Jack Rosenthal, an 18-year old investor with an incredible story to tell. You don't need years of experience to make money in the market - and Jack is the living proof.

Jun 18, 202119:31
From Electric Cars to Online Shopping - It's All Bullish!

From Electric Cars to Online Shopping - It's All Bullish!

In this episode, Tom and CJ break down the idea of inflation in the country and how that can affect the stock market. They also discuss electric vehicles, the rise of online shopping, gold, cannabis stocks rising, and much more in todays episode. 

May 27, 202129:03
Crypto Needs to Pass Three Tests

Crypto Needs to Pass Three Tests

Elon Musk's SNL performance tanked Dogecoin, Tesla, and Bitcoin this week. Meanwhile, Ethereum hit new highs. What does this mean for the future of crypto? Well, the market needs to pass three test points. And in today's podcast, Tom and CJ will tell you exactly what to look for in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more. 

May 14, 202130:40
The New Roaring '20s

The New Roaring '20s

Tom and CJ are breaking down what may become the new 100 year cycle. As the pandemic wanes and the economy opens back up, we could be entering a new era - the next roaring '20s. And Tom and CJ are going to tell you exactly how to play it for big money. 

May 07, 202134:29
Buy in May... And Stay

Buy in May... And Stay

November to May might be the strongest time for the market historically. But don’t sit on cash for the second half of the year. Earnings, a rising VIX, real estate – they’re all the keys to making profits for the rest of 2021. And in today’s podcast, Tom and Chris will tell you exactly what to do as we enter a new month.

Apr 30, 202127:08
As Bitcoin Falls, These Cryptos Are Rising

As Bitcoin Falls, These Cryptos Are Rising

This week, CJ and Tom break down every corner of the market. They’re talking the stock market sell-off, oil’s drop, gold’s volatility – and the coins in the cryptosphere that are rising despite Bitcoin’s 23% plunge. Then, they’re getting technical, breaking down “the trend is your friend” as they explain how to use moving averages to predict a stock’s next move.

Apr 23, 202125:37
Playing the Biggest Earnings Season in 10 Years

Playing the Biggest Earnings Season in 10 Years

CJ’s flying solo today, and he’s sharing how to play what’s expected to be the biggest earnings season in the past 10 years. He’s also breaking down the Coinbase listing, sharing eight transportation stocks you need to watch, and doing a Q&A with questions straight from listeners.

Apr 16, 202137:06
Long-Term Money Moves

Long-Term Money Moves

Tom and CJ are option traders. But while they love making money in 30 days or less, they also know how important it is to build a nest egg with long-term investments. Today, they’re talking about where to put your money now to set yourself up for success later, diving into financials, real estate, and homebuilders. Then, they’ll reveal their top 3 indicators that anyone can use.

Apr 09, 202130:43
Trading April: The Most Bullish Month in Market History

Trading April: The Most Bullish Month in Market History

Markets may be closed for Good Friday, but April is just getting started - and it's historically the market's most profitable month. In 30 minutes, Tom and CJ will tell you exactly how to make April your richest month of the year. They'll tell you how to make money on the market's holiday, reveal their top stock picks, and walk through earnings season's kick off. Get your wallet ready for April!

Apr 02, 202134:22
Buying Bitcoin After the Pullback

Buying Bitcoin After the Pullback

Start low, sell high, pullback, next buy – that’s the mantra when it comes to investing. And today, Tom and CJ are breaking down Bitcoin. They’ll explore the recent pullback and show you the exact point where you’ll want to buy next, for both short-term and long-term gains. They’ll also dive into oil, bonds, and FAANG plays to get you ready for another moneymaking week.

Mar 26, 202121:42
Back to the Future: Stock Edition

Back to the Future: Stock Edition

Today's podcast is all about the future. As March winds to an end, Tom and CJ are talking technicals, fundamentals, and seasonals moving forward. They'll give you the top names from all four corners of the market - stocks, bonds, currencies, and commodities - to add to your shopping list. In just 25 minutes, you'll have the preparation you need to take April's market by storm. 

Mar 19, 202127:20
The COVID Bill's Top Profit Plays

The COVID Bill's Top Profit Plays

President Biden's COVID bill passed this week - and with money flowing into businesses across the U.S., profit opportunities are arising in multiple sectors: travel, retail, restaurants - even cryptocurrency. In today's episode, Tom and CJ will go through their favorite profit plays resulting from the recent stimulus bill. 

Mar 12, 202135:44
Trading the Great Reopening

Trading the Great Reopening

Almost exactly one year ago, COVID-19 decimated companies across the country. But with everyone having the chance to be vaccinated by the end of May, there’s finally a light at the end of the tunnel. But the light isn’t only lifting old companies. It’s also igniting new stock trends – from Bitcoin, Reddit, and Barstool among them. In this episode, Tom and Chris will walk you through the best ways to trade “the great reopening.”

Mar 05, 202128:50
Investing in Cryptocurrency without Buying Bitcoin

Investing in Cryptocurrency without Buying Bitcoin

Markets pulled back this week... but unexpectedly, so did bonds. Tom and Chris are going to dive into the pullback and tell you what's going on underneath the surface. Then, they’re breaking out of bonds and heading into crypto. You don’t have to cash in on Bitcoin’s $50K price tag to invest in these digital assets. There are stocks that move up with Bitcoin – and today, Tom and Chris and revealing them.

Feb 26, 202133:03
Uncovering February's Bearish Market

Uncovering February's Bearish Market

As the end of February approaches, there's a lot of red flashing across the screen. In today's podcast, Tom and Chris dive into all things bearish as the market sets up for a healthy pullback. They will go over how the markets are trading, the top stocks they are getting in -- or out of -- over the next couple of weeks, and how volatility is playing a key role in how they are trading. 

Feb 19, 202153:31
Finding Profits in the Oil Market

Finding Profits in the Oil Market

The oil market is hitting highs we haven’t seen in months. But with hundreds of names taking up residence in the oil and energy sector, it can be hard to find the ones worth your money. Stocks, commodities, ETFs – today, Tom and Chris are covering the top ways to profit off of oil’s long-term bullish trend.

Feb 12, 202126:43
Hopium: The Bonus Option Greek

Hopium: The Bonus Option Greek

Today, Chris and Tom are recapping what they think is the end of GameStop's story. They'll tell you who benefited, who got hurt, and where that leaves the market's newest traders. Plus, they'll show you where it all went wrong - introducing hopium, the bonus option Greek that can make or break a trade. In just 33 minutes, these two market experts will help you learn from the mistakes of those who lost money during the GameStop drama.

Feb 05, 202133:46
The Truth Behind the GameStop Fiasco

The Truth Behind the GameStop Fiasco

GameStop has been hitting headlines all week. But Tom and CJ are here to tell you the part of the story that no one’s talking about. Options strategies, low-risk plays, and how to short GameStock without even touching the radioactive stock – they’ve covering it all in just 25 minutes. Plus, they’ll even reveal their picks for the next top short-squeeze candidates… allowing you to cash in on “next week’s GameStock.”

Jan 29, 202126:34
Green Energy: The Top Sector for the Next Four Years

Green Energy: The Top Sector for the Next Four Years

There’s one sector that’s set to thrive under Biden’s presidency: green energy. But not every green energy stock is worth your money. In this week’s episode, Chris and Tom are putting on their financial hats and revealing the best green energy stocks to play under Biden.

Jan 22, 202127:25
The Opportunity Chain: How to Take Your First Step into the Market

The Opportunity Chain: How to Take Your First Step into the Market

In today’s episode, Chris and Tom tell the stories of how they first got into the stock market. Tom even reveals his very first stock holding – a name he believes is still one of the best stocks on Wall Street. They’re walking you through “The Opportunity Chain,” showing you how to take your first few steps into the market - and climb your way to the top.

Jan 15, 202134:42
Democratic Bulls and Corona Bears – Profit in Both Directions This Year

Democratic Bulls and Corona Bears – Profit in Both Directions This Year

The first week of 2021 presented a variety of new profit opportunities – in both directions. And today, Tom Gentile and his Chief Options Strategist, Mike Wade, are here to tell you all about them. Today, they’re covering bullish stocks to watch once Biden takes office, bearish names still being pulled underwater by COVID-19, and the hottest asset right now: cryptocurrency. After listening to this week's Profit Strategies Podcast, you’ll know how to profit whether the market goes up or down.

Jan 08, 202128:25
Your 2021 Crystal Ball – Predicting the Top Stocks and Sectors of the Year

Your 2021 Crystal Ball – Predicting the Top Stocks and Sectors of the Year

Chris is back this week, and he and Tom are discussing the biggest headline-maker of the week – the fiscal stimulus bill. After that, they’ll walk through how to cut your capital gains tax as we head into the end of the year. Then, they’re wrapping up by sharing the top stocks and sectors they see popping up – or down – in 2021. Energy, pharmaceuticals, large-cap tech… they’re giving you their forecast on them all.

Dec 23, 202028:18
Triple Play Podcast: Three Different Traders. Three Different Strategies.

Triple Play Podcast: Three Different Traders. Three Different Strategies.

With Chris out today, Tom brought in two of his Chief Options Strategists: Jay Harris and Mike Wade. These are three expert traders with three different trading plans for 2021: one short-term, one intermediate-term, and one long-term. That means that in just 30 minutes, they're going to show you how to make money all year long. 

Dec 18, 202034:45
Why FAANG Can't Keep Up with the Market

Why FAANG Can't Keep Up with the Market

Tom and CJ are coming to you a day early this week, and today, they’re breaking down FAANG. While overall markets reach new highs, the NASDAQ just can’t get there. Why? Because FAANG is dragging it down. And today, they’ll tell you why. But that’s not all – they’ll also explain why you don’t need to be rich to start trading by sharing the top three ways to find extra trading cash in 2021.

Dec 10, 202029:47
The End-of-Year Portfolio Preparation Playbook

The End-of-Year Portfolio Preparation Playbook

After taking the week off for the Thanksgiving holiday, Tom and CJ are back - and they're telling you exactly how to prep your portfolio for the end of the year. They'll share their December market outlooks, their favorite stocks and sectors as we kick off 2021, and what's going to happen in the market after the Georgia Senate Race and Presidential Inauguration. Then, they're wrapping up with everyone's favorite topic: tax season. They'll tell you the best way to set up your taxes as traders.


Dec 04, 202029:42
Five Sectors to Watch Heading into 2021

Five Sectors to Watch Heading into 2021

With CJ stuck traveling this week, Tom is joined by one of his Chief Options Strategists: Mike Wade. In the episode, Tom and Mike are sharing the top five sectors to watch as we head into a new year. All five of these sectors are stacked with profit potential - and Tom and Mike will even tell you the best ways to invest in these industries. 

Nov 20, 202025:53
What Comes After the Market's "Pop and "Drop"

What Comes After the Market's "Pop and "Drop"

On Monday, stocks took a "Pfizer jump" to new all-time highs in a historic day for the markets. But after that, they slowly began to fall. In today's podcast, Tom and CJ will discuss what went on behind the market's pop - and subsequent drop. Then, they'll discuss what comes next. They're also diving into social media, clean energy stocks, and their safety picks heading into the end of the year.

Nov 13, 202036:57
Cryptocurrency's Rise to Success

Cryptocurrency's Rise to Success

In today's episode, Tom and CJ are talking all-things crypto. How did the pandemic affect the crypto market? Where does Bitcoin stand today? Where is it headed?

For the answers to all these questions, give this podcast episode a listen!

Nov 06, 202026:08