{"podcast":{"title":"Let’s Talk Forex with Alison and Chris","slug":"let-s-talk-forex-with-alison-and-chris-5628773","podcast_index_feed_id":5628773,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/letstalkforex/feed.xml","website_url":"https://letstalkforex.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14377970/FINAL_Podcast_cover_NEW_9yqve.png","author":"FxScouts","episode_count":189,"summary":"Let’s Talk Forex is a podcast by FxScouts created to help beginner and developing traders build a strong foundation in the Forex market. Hosted by Alison and Chris, the show draws on years of experience reviewing brokers and analysing global markets. We cut through the noise to deliver clear, practical insights that help you start trading with confidence and avoid common mistakes. Each episode covers the questions that matter most — from choosing a trustworthy broker and understanding regulation, to managing risk, improving trading psychology, and refining your strategy. Whether you are placing your first trade or looking to sharpen your edge, Let’s Talk Forex helps you make smarter, more informed trading decisions","last_synced_at":"2026-09-05T02:19:10.363920+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/let-s-talk-forex-with-alison-and-chris-5628773"},"episode":{"title":"183. The Biggest Trading Scams of 2026 and How to Avoid Them","slug":"183-the-biggest-trading-scams-of-2026-and-how-to-avoid-them","published_at":"2026-06-26T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/let-s-talk-forex-with-alison-and-chris-5628773/183-the-biggest-trading-scams-of-2026-and-how-to-avoid-them","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/let-s-talk-forex-with-alison-and-chris-5628773","url":"https://letstalkforex.podbean.com/e/183-the-biggest-trading-scams-of-2026-and-how-to-avoid-them/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/m8xhzs5p5ien9zp7/The_Biggest_Trading_Scams_of_2026_and_How_to_Avoid_Them9oaxw.mp3","summary":"Every year, traders and investors lose millions to financial scams, insider trading schemes, fake AI trading bots, and market manipulation. The question is: could you spot the warning signs before it’s too late? In the season final of Let’s Talk Forex, we break down some of the biggest trading scams and financial scandals of 2026 so far. From insider trading on prediction markets and allegations involving confidential information to AI-powered investment scams and cherry-picking in professional asset management, we explain what happened, why it matters, and most importantly, how you can avoid falling into similar traps. In this episode, we cover: ● How prediction markets can create new insider trading risks ● Why guaranteed returns are one of the biggest red flags in trading ● How AI trading bot scams really work ● What cherry-picking means in professional money management ● How scammers use urgency, hype, and unrealistic promises ● Practical steps every trader can take to protect themselves Whether you trade Forex, stocks, crypto, CFDs, or simply invest in financial markets, understanding these scams can help you make better decisions and avoid costly mistakes. Watch the episode on YouTube here! FxScouts DISCLAIMER: 75–90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal, or investment advice.","meta_description":"Every year, traders and investors lose millions to financial scams, insider trading schemes, fake AI trading bots, and market manipulation. The question i…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1086,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/let-s-talk-forex-with-alison-and-chris-5628773/episodes/183-the-biggest-trading-scams-of-2026-and-how-to-avoid-them/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/let-s-talk-forex-with-alison-and-chris-5628773/183-the-biggest-trading-scams-of-2026-and-how-to-avoid-them.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}