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PitNews On Air is a weekly podcast that breaks down complex trading strategies, market indicators, and real-world tools with wit and warmth. Hosted by Jake and Lena, with guest appearances from PitNews Magazine personalities, the show covers momentum trading, seasonal trends, and more. It aims to be a trusted source for trading intelligence for traders of all stripes.

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The $7.5B Panopticon You’ve Already Driven Through Oct 15, 2025 00:16:20 What if your daily drive was part of a billion-dollar surveillance web? Cameras. AI. Data trails. And yes—investor opportunity.Flock Safety scans 20 billion vehicles a month. It’s hailed for crime-fighting, but critics call it a privacy disaster in the making. This episode unpacks how its rise intersects with civil liberties, government funding—and your investment portfolio. More at PitNews.com —

October's CURSE Debunked: When Fear Meets Fundamentals Oct 8, 2025 00:15:37 Every October, traders brace for chaos—but should they?Is October really cursed for markets—or just misunderstood? We break down the data, debunk the myths, and explore the psychology behind the “October Effect.” More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if this helped!#OctoberEffect #marketvolatility #seasonality #investorpsychology #SP500 #HalloweenEffect #stockmarket #coveredcalls #financialhi

Own Nothing And Be Happy About It! Oct 1, 2025 00:14:53 How one ETF made me rethink what it means to own anything. Is “owning nothing” really the future? I ran the numbers.I almost bought a Tesla — then I realized the income that $55K could generate. In this episode, I break down the math of ownership vs. opportunity using YieldMax ETFs. Turns out, owning less can mean earning more.More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if this helped!#incomeinvest

BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street Are On The Move! Sep 10, 2025 00:24:45 Think the market's rigged? You're not wrong—and here's how to beat it.What do BlackRock, Vanguard, and Wyckoff Theory have in common? Everything!The same strategies used 100 years ago still drive trillions today.Retail traders are guessing. Institutions are following a proven playbook. Follow the institutions.BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street are playing a century-old game—with Wyc

Be The Onion: Stop Chasing Perfection Sep 5, 2025 00:03:43 Life got chaotic, my emails piled up, and I embraced my inner onion. There’s wisdom in being moody, messy, and just self-aware enough to admit it. Stop chasing perfection. Be the onion.Ever feel like you’re trading with more layers than logic? In this episode, Claire returns from a brief hiatus to unpack her “onion mood,” why it matters, and how emotional messiness might just save your portfolio.

The Nvidia Conspiracy: Power, Profit, and Perfect Timing Aug 27, 2025 00:14:15 What do BlackRock, Congress, and Nvidia have in common this quarter? A silent trading pattern just exposed the real power brokers of Wall Street.Wall Street’s giants and Capitol Hill insiders just made the same move—buying Nvidia. Is it coincidence or choreography? We decode the filings, trades, and timing to help you profit. More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if this helped!#Nvidia #AIsto

The Government Bought Intel. Did You Vote For That? Aug 20, 2025 00:13:28 What do you get when Uncle Sam buys into Big Tech? A lot more than stock returns. Intel lost $19 billion last year—and somehow became a government favorite. Congress knew the Intel deal before you did. And their portfolios show it.Intel’s $19B loss turned into a 10% government equity deal—but the real story is who profits in the shadows. We unpack backroom trades, SoftBank's surprise move, and sta

Old Boots, Dusty Charts, and the Stories They Tell Aug 5, 2025 00:05:53 You Can’t Chart This: Identity, Value, and the Things We Keep.It’s not just about trades—it’s about identity, memory, and why some things matter more than money.This week, Claire unpacks the emotional side of trading—through old boots, a dusty guitar, and a lesson in value that charts can’t show. What do you carry that makes you you? More at pitnews.com — Subscribe and review if this helped!#tradi

I Hear Voices: Trading on a Whisper Jul 28, 2025 00:13:24 The power of intuition. What do you do when your chart says nothing—but your gut says "go"?I made a winning trade with no signal, no setup—just a whisper from my gut. This episode dives into trader intuition, how to tell it from emotion, and why my real edge isn’t on the chart. More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if this helped!#tradingpsychology #intuition #tradingedge #gutfeelin

First Comes the Trade, Then Comes the Scar. Jul 25, 2025 00:04:29 Behind every scar, there’s a story—and traders carry plenty. Sunburns, trading scars, and oversharing in Sedona—Claire unpacks why your worst trades are your best teachers. Every loss tells a story. More at pitnews.com — Subscribe and review if this helped!#trading #losses #investinglessons #scars #coveredcalls #traderlife #PitNews #tradingstories #optionstrading #emotionaltrading

Chaos, Cattle, & Candlesticks: Meet Claire Kristensen Jul 21, 2025 00:04:34 How I Became the Accidental Voice of PitNews On Air. Claire, The Girl Behind the Podcast (and the Cat Behind the Chaos).Who is Claire, really? From cattle ranches to Vegas skylines, Claire Kristensen’s journey is equal parts chaos, caffeine, and candlesticks. Tune in for her honest origin story, a little rodeo grit, and lessons learned on the trading floor. More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and revi

Stubborn as a Mule: When Charts Just Say No! Jul 18, 2025 00:05:10 Spoiler alert: you can’t out-stubborn the market. Ever feel like the market is mocking your every move? Welcome to the club.What do stubborn mules, chaos cats, and market tantrums have in common? Claire dives into a brutally honest story about trading what you wish versus what you see. A lesson in humility, humor, and knowing when to cut your losses. More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if t

Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Value: What Every Investor Gets Wrong Jul 16, 2025 00:11:57 Here’s how a 45-year trading veteran makes options and dividends feel as familiar as real estate.Want to simplify investing? David Duty reveals how the concepts of intrinsic and extrinsic value—using a real estate analogy—can help you build a portfolio that delivers growth and income. Discover how dividends, covered calls, and smart stock selection work together. More at DavidDuty.com — Subscribe

The Barefoot Capitalist: Claire’s Trading Philosophy Jul 14, 2025 00:05:20 When the world feels chaotic: I never thought I’d be the girl obsessed with implied volatility.From ranch roots to RSI charts, Claire shares how she reconciles her free spirit with her trading life. A poetic, honest episode on contradictions, clarity, and market truth. More at PitNews.com — Like and subscribe and review if this helped!

Trading Isn’t a PlayStation Game. Seriously. Jul 11, 2025 00:02:56 "Teach me something new!” sparked a trading reality check you won’t soon forget. Financial entertainment feels good—but does it make you money?Mr. Turner’s fiery response to a student’s question reveals a hard truth: profitable trading isn’t about novelty—it’s about boring consistency. Are you learning, or are you just entertained? More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and give a thumbs up if this

Options IV Rank Explained Like You're 12. Jul 9, 2025 00:14:13 Ever wonder how pros time their options trades perfectly? The secret is IV Rank. IV Rank sounds complicated—but we’re about to make it your favorite trading tool.IV Rank can be your edge in the options market—if you know how to use it. This episode breaks down the math, simplifies the concept, and shows you how to use IV Rank to your advantage. More at www.PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if thi

Don’t Be a Pig: Greed, Grit, and Getting Thrown: A Trading Tale Jul 7, 2025 00:03:32 “We’re breaking that colt today, and I need a rider.” My brother once threw me on a half-wild colt. Turns out, it was the best trading advice I ever got.A wild colt, a tough brother, and one sharp lesson about trading: don’t be greedy. You’ll hear why chasing “just one more tick” can leave you flat on your back—on the ranch or in the market. More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if this helpe

Fear, Greed, and the Trader's Mind Jul 4, 2025 00:05:32 Ever made a trade you instantly regretted? You’re not alone.Fear and greed can destroy trades—and life decisions. In this episode, I break down how to recognize emotional traps and build discipline. Learn how to stay calm when markets aren't. More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if this helped!

Treat Your Portfolio Like a Factory Floor Jul 2, 2025 00:13:43 The machine isn’t broken—it just needs maintenance. You’re not just investing. You’re running a business. NAV isn't a scoreboard—it's a tool. Use it wisely.Is your YieldMax ETF “losing value”—or just doing its job? Learn why NAV erosion and return of capital aren’t red flags, but signs of a working income machine. Shift from investor to operator. More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if this

Your First Trade Feels Like Stage Fright Jun 27, 2025 00:04:27 Ever felt confident in demo trades, then panicked live? You’re not alone. Why going from “practice” to “performance” is the toughest trading hurdle.Ever feel like trading is easy in demo mode but terrifying when it’s real? Claire shares a powerful story comparing her trading journey to learning the guitar and piano as a child.She was confident practicing her guitar in the barn—but terrified when i

Social Security Myths That Could Cost You Jun 26, 2025 00:15:11 Is Social Security Going Bankrupt? Let’s Talk. Think Social Security is going bankrupt? You’re not alone—but are you right?Is Social Security doomed—or just misunderstood? In this episode, we dig into one of the most common retirement fears: the future of Social Security.You’ll learn:Why “bankruptcy” might not mean what you think it doesThe pros and cons of claiming early vs. delaying benefitsComm

Claire’s Cattle Ranch Market Strategy Jun 23, 2025 00:03:21 The Market Moves Like a Herd. Herd behavior isn’t just for cattle—it’s the market’s favorite game.Claire takes you back to her cattle ranch roots to share a surprising parallel between grazing paths and market trends.You’ll learn:Why trends matter—but aren't foreverThe power of recognizing when a path is changingHow herd behavior plays into both livestock and tradingPacked with Claire’s signat

“Off the Rails”: Claire's Advice on Overcoming Fear. Jun 20, 2025 00:04:41 Claire goes solo to share what most traders won’t: how scary the first step is. What does it take to get started in trading when you have no experience, no co-hosts, and no safety net? In this solo episode, Claire Kristensen goes “Off the Rails” to share her own story—how she took the first step into trading, why it was terrifying, and what keeps her going.Why the first trade is the scariestClaire

The 1-2-3 Knockout Punch: The Hidden Power of Chaikin Money Flow Jun 18, 2025 00:15:46 Smart money leaves tracks. Here’s how to follow them. What if you could track institutional moves as they happen? In this episode, we dive into the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) indicator, a powerful tool for detecting hidden accumulation and distribution. Paired with the visually intuitive Bulls 'n Bears system and the momentum insights from the Williams AD indicator, this 1-2-3 strategy gives traders

Hope & Chaos: Claire's Message in a Fractured Week Jun 12, 2025 00:03:15 Claire shares a raw, personal message about hope, heartbreak, and the week that changed everything. How do you hold on to hope when the world seems to unravel overnight?Claire shares a heartfelt message on a week that swung from global peace to national chaos. From hope in Saudi Arabia to riots in LA, she’s torn—and you might be too.More at PitNews.com — Please Subscribe

Think Like a Business Owner, Not a Trader Jun 11, 2025 00:14:20 Stop trading. Start building a business from your portfolio. What if your ETF was more than just a tradable asset—what if it operated like a business? In this episode, we explore Lan Turner's "Steering Wheel" model from PitNews Magazine and how it flips the script on traditional investing.You’ll learn:Why the “buy low, sell high” model may be holding you backHow TSLY and other YieldMax ETFs mimic

June: When the Bull Takes a Nap Jun 4, 2025 00:14:55 When equities snooze, commodities cruise—here’s how June flips the script. June might not scream volatility, but beneath its surface lies one of the most telling months on the trading calendar.In this episode, we explore:Why equities often stall and range in JuneHow corn, soybeans, and hogs hit seasonal highsWhich strategies suit June’s low-volume chopThe hidden opportunities in gasoline and goldW

The NAV Myth That's Misleading Investors May 28, 2025 00:14:49 Don’t just look at NAV—look at your bank account. Critics say YieldMax funds like TSLY suffer from NAV erosion—but they’re missing the bigger picture. We dive into why systematic payouts may actually lead to higher total returns. More at YourSite.com — Subscribe and review if this helped!

The Truth Behind Market Moves: It's Not the News May 21, 2025 00:15:12 What if everything you thought about the news driving market moves… was backwards?In this episode, Lan Turner uncovers how algorithms like BlackRock’s Aladdin use the news not as a trigger — but as a cover. You’ll learn:Why major moves often happen before headlines breakHow retail traders are fed a narrative after the factReal-world proof from Palantir and the S&P 500 dropWhy understanding flo

How a trading panic turned into a grown-up strategy. May 14, 2025 00:09:58 When a Micron put sent me into full-blown freak-out mode, I called Aiden Gray for help—and accidentally discovered the power of patience. In this episode, I unpack how slowing down (and maybe not calling Aiden every time I panic) led to a smarter, calmer approach to options. Jake and Lena join in to break down the strategy shift, and yes, there are embarrassing moments. But if you’ve ever spiraled

BlackRock's Algorithm: Unmasking Aladdin May 7, 2025 00:16:16 After 35 years of trading, I’ve seen patterns repeat — too perfectly. In this episode, I share my theory on BlackRock’s Aladdin algorithm and why I believe it’s quietly controlling market moves. More at PitNews.com — Subscribe and review if you enjoyed this episode.

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