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The Friendly Bear - Verified Trader

David Capablanca
Trading
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Student Loans
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Intraday Trading
Self-Awareness
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Conscious Trading Conference
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Market Cycles
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The Friendly Bear™ is a weekly show that focuses on interviewing some of the best traders in the world from different niches. Listeners will be able to take show insights and apply these nuggets of information to their own strategies. In addition to interviewing top traders from around the world, The Friendly Bear™ also features guests such as market insiders, professionals and unique players in t... more

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In this episode, Tom Hougaard joins David Capablanca on The Friendly Bear Podcast to discuss the future of trading among many other important topics. 

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Tom Hougaard and David Capablanca discuss the topic of learning through adversity for success in trading.

Tom Hougaard will be in Buenos Aires, Argentina on March 23, 2026 for the Buenos Aires Trading Conference at the Alvear Pala... more

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Join Tom Hougaard (author of Best Loser Wins) and David Capablanca (author of Short Selling Master) at the Buenos Aires Trading Conference on March 23, 2026 at the Palacio Alvear. 

The event will be from 8am-6pm on Monday, March 23... more

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In this expisode, Maj Soueidan joins David Capablanca to go over his latest takes on pump & dumps. Maj is the co-founder of GeoInvesting and a full time investor for over 30 years. 

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Recent Guests

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Dan McClory
Head of China at Boustead Securities, with extensive background in finance and investment banking.
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Tom Hougaard
Best-selling author of 'Best Loser Wins' and trader
Episode: Compound Effect & Friendly Bear Conference Updates
Steve Nison
Pioneer of Candlestick Charting in the Western world.
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Episode: Steve Nison - The Father of Candlestick Chart Trading
Curtis Carroll
Former prisoner and self-taught trader, known as 'Wall Street'
Episode: Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll - From Jail To Millionaire Trader
Cody Ye
Stock options investor and millionaire
Episode: Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll - From Jail To Millionaire Trader
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Episode: Former Engineer Turned Millionaire Stock Options Trader ft. Cody Yeh ​

Host

David Capablanca
Host of The Friendly Bear Podcast, known for trading expertise and market psychology discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 569 ratings
  • Fantastic podcast for serious traders – David Capablanca delivers gold

    I've been listening to The Friendly Bear for over a year now, and it's hands-down one of the best trading podcasts out there. David Capablanca hosts with real credibility—he's a verified 7-figure trader with an impressive track record, especially in short selling—and it shows in every episode.

    He brings on some of the sharpest minds in the game, from top traders across different styles to market insiders who share practical, no-BS insights you can actually apply to your own trading. The conversa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Victorious_One
    Taiwana month ago
  • My Best Decision

    I’ve been following this podcast for a while now and the amount of quality information discussed and provided on each episode compounds like crazy. It’s lead me to be apart of FBU to expand my knowledge account. Looking forward to what’s in store for David. Pleasure to be apart of team! Thank you David!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adriel.D
    United Statesa month ago
  • The Friendly Bear Podcast is helping me level-up!

    I came across The Friendly Bear Podcast with David Capablanca in my trading journey, and honestly, it’s been a huge help. The guests are awesome, the topics are always on point, and I’ve learned so much about trading and mindset from each episode. Definitely one of my favorites to tune into!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ekonomix101
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hands down the best small cap mentor

    This is the missing piece of puzzle I’ve been looking for. From deep dive into small cap fundamentals to trading psychology, thanks a ton for the great insights and for bringing so different incredible speakers. Sending love from Hong Kong.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    neallhui
    Hong Konga month ago
  • Friendly Bear Changes Lives

    As a new trader, I’ve found the Friendly Bear Podcast incredibly valuable. David’s insight into the market is clear, direct, and easy to understand at any level. He breaks down complex concepts without fluff or confusion. Every episode is packed with real lessons I can apply immediately. I genuinely look forward to each new release — and I love that the podcast is constantly uploading fresh, high-quality content. Highly recommend for anyone serious about improving as a trader.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sophiesarloooow
    United Statesa month ago

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Show is noted for honest discussions about losses and risk management.
Guests and host interactions are described as insightful and accessible for both beginners and seasoned traders.
Listeners praise practical trading nuggets and resilience-focused storytelling.
Audience finds content motivating and applicable to real trading decisions.

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Tom Hougaard & David Capablanca: Learning through Adversity
Q: What is your next 10 years going to be?
I have a five-year plan, a 10-year plan focused on evolving from dreams to vision.
Tom Hougaard: The Top 1% Traders Do This, And You Don’t
Q: How do you tap into your sense of urgency?
The sense of urgency comes from understanding the limited time we have and recognizing that this fire pushes me to work harder and achieve more.
Trader Reveals SHORT SELLING SECRETS ft. The Bear of Wall Street (TBOWS)
Q: What are some key lessons from your biggest losses in trading?
It's important to learn from each trade and use losses as reminders to reinforce rules and discipline.
Trader Reveals SHORT SELLING SECRETS ft. The Bear of Wall Street (TBOWS)
Q: Can you elaborate on your journey and how your brain injury influenced your trading?
I had to recover and adapt, which gave me a unique edge and perspective; it pushed me to never give up.
Trader Reveals SHORT SELLING SECRETS ft. The Bear of Wall Street (TBOWS)
Q: What do you think about the recent Friendly Bear Conference?
It was next level; I met a lot of cool people and learned granular details about your process that remind me of why I started following you.

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A trading-focused program that features in-depth conversations with top traders, market insiders, and industry professionals. Episodes frequently explore trading psychology, risk management, and practical strategies, often anchored by host-led analysis of real-world events such as pump-and-dump schemes, short selling dynamics, and funded-trading debates. The show stands out for its emphasis on personal growth, discipline, and community engagement, frequently highlighting actionable takeaways, interviews with notable traders, and updates from trading conferences. This combination of technical insight, storytelling, and mentorship-style content is likely to appeal to serious, performance-minded listeners looking to sharpen their own trading s... more

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Recent guests on The Friendly Bear include:

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2. Justin Neal
3. Zander Odom
4. Dan McClory
5. Tom Hougaard
6. Steve Nison
7. Curtis Carroll
8. Cody Ye

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