Episode 6 is brutally honest. Mike opens up about his personal journey with depression, suicidal ideation, and why talking about mental health is non-negotiable—especially for men. He also shares his own experiences as a modern dad trying to balance providing, parenting, and staying present.

Topics covered:

🔴 Men's mental health—breaking the "alpha male" stigma

🔴 Depression, vulnerability & why speaking up saves lives

🔴 The coaching/influencing industry scams (& how to spot them)

🔴 Modern parenting: The pressure to provide AND be present

🔴 Leaving limiting beliefs behind (patience, boredom, discipline)

🔴 Phone detox strategies to actually be with your kids

🔴 Prop firms: Who's trustworthy & what's changing

🔴 Why emotional preparation matters more than your strategy.

This isn't just trading talk—it's real life, real challenges, and real solutions.

This week, Jonatan and LJ join Mike as Alex takes a break—delivering some of the most unfiltered, honest truths about the modern trading world! Episode 5 of the Pipped Off Podcast dives deep into:- Trading guru culture, Instagram scams, and the wild promises behind viral funnels- $7,000 “discord access” schemes, fake Lambo lifestyles, and why real proof is never shared- The missing “industry standard”—why retail trading is a minefield and how to protect yourself- What makes a trader actually trustworthy? (Hint: It’s not the flex)- Affiliate marketing, prop firms, and why even regulators struggle to keep up- Jonatan’s stories as a real industry insiderFrom AI sludge to community drama, the guys call out what’s broken, what’s real, and how everyday traders can level up (without losing their shirt). Zero hype, no fake success—we’re here for brutal honesty, shared struggle, and the laughs along the way.Subscribe, join the conversation, and share your own learning the hard way—because trading is tough, and community matters.

Alex and Mike take on the explosion of prop firms: is the industry diluted, or are traders just getting caught in the Wild West of trading? From twenty pages of broker names to drama on X (Twitter), Episode 4 of Pipped Off Podcast exposes the hidden rules, frustrations, and the games played by prop firms.Topics covered:- How “Ultimate Traders” and new brokers flood the market—can you trust them?- Social media drama: the truth behind viral complaint posts and prop firm PR crises- Why complex rules trip up even experienced traders—and what to do about it- Is prop trading helping or hurting retail traders?- Red flags in payouts, instant challenges, and trading “opportunities” that aren’t what they seem- Advice for navigating prop firm madness without blowing your accountReady for blunt talk, real trader community, and no marketing BS? Hit subscribe, join the tribe, and share your own prop firm story at pipedoff.com!

Traders Connect (Alex's Trader Copier): https://tradersconnect.com/?ref=pippedoffAlex and Mike tackle one of the biggest secrets in trading: Are you trading an account too big for your mindset and risk tolerance? This episode goes deep on ‘tilt’—the chaos traders face when scaling up, chasing losses, and losing control. The guys dissect real stories about prop trading, trading psychology, coping with boredom, and the impact of community on your performance.Key topics this episode:- Real experiences with blowing up large accounts and the mind games that follow- The danger of leverage and why bigger isn’t always better—for account size, or ego- Copy trading and the question of staying in control of your risk- Boredom, dopamine fixes, doomscrolling, and the emotional traps traders fall into- Why patient trading (and poker skills) could be your secret weapon- Building a community that saves your sanity and helps you grow—no Lambos, just real talk- Calling out industry clickbait and exposing the real reality of trading onlinePipped Off Podcast is for traders who want genuine conversation, guidance, and a community. No marketing BS, no hype—just laughs, losses, and lessons you’ll actually use. Hit subscribe, join the community, and share your own story at pipedoff.com!

Alex and Mike return for Episode 2 of the Pipped Off Podcast, where honesty isn’t optional and trading is just the beginning. This episode is a raw, vulnerable check-in for traders dealing with dips—emotional, financial, and motivational. From escaping burnout with spontaneous trips to Dubai and Italy, to juggling family, careers, and side hustles, this is the podcast trading world actually needs.Key topics:- Real “dip” stories: burnout, impulsive spending, and what actually works to reset yourself- Trading as a journey of identity—why who you are matters as much as what’s in your account- The truth about accountability: props, prop firm rules, and how live streaming can actually make you a better trader- Leverage addiction and chasing bigger thrills—how dopamine drives the best and worst trading decisions- Building habits that survive market chaos, recency bias, and instant gratification- Why sharing your trading stories (even the embarrassing ones) helps more than hiding them- What motivates experts, from carrot-vs-stick coaches to self-imposed discipline and peer pressureIf trading feels like therapy, that's because it is. Join the conversation, share your story (anonymously at pipedoff.com), and let’s keep it real—all the wins, mistakes, and everything in between.