Introduction

Painting the Tape – Episode 1: Introducing the Hosts

Hosts: Leo, AJ, Stowe

[00:00] Introduction & Banter
Meet the hosts as they launch the podcast, joke about awkward starts, and set the tone for a candid, trader-focused show.

[01:48] AJ’s Trading Journey
AJ shares his background, from “gambling” on options to discovering futures trading, and how connecting with Leo in a shady Discord changed his approach.

[04:20] Stowe’s Story: From WallStreetBets to Futures
Stowe recounts his entry into trading via unexpected bonuses, meme stocks, and poker, and how he found his way to futures and the OFL community.

[08:55] Leo’s Path: Options, Twitter, and Order Flow Labs
Leo describes his start in options, the transition to futures, and the founding of Order Flow Labs. He explains his passion for automating trading tools and building a community.

[11:22] Why This Podcast?
The hosts discuss their motivation for starting the show: providing honest, in-depth conversations about intraday trading, execution, and the realities of the market.

[13:14] Trading Styles & Playbooks
Leo and AJ break down their trading approaches, favorite markets (NQ!), and the importance of structure, playbooks, and adapting to changing conditions.

[21:32] Podcast Structure & What’s Ahead
Stowe outlines the planned format: casual recaps, deep dives into execution, mental game, stats, and more. The group emphasizes transparency and learning from mistakes.

[25:00] Real Trade Reviews: The Good, Bad, and Ugly
The hosts commit to sharing real trade fills—victories, losses, and all the messy details—so listeners get the full picture of trading life.

[28:00] Listener Engagement & Community
They invite feedback, questions, and topic suggestions, and share how to connect (with a warning: no DMs about moon cycles or Elliott Wave!).

[29:30] Closing Banter & Sign-Off
The episode wraps up with jokes about moon cycles, a promise of more to come, and a thank you to listeners for joining the journey.