How to Trade Volatility Like a Pro with Hedge Fund Manager David Meyers

Subscribe to Finance Unfiltered Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠https://app.slice-app.io/p/traders/tGOrEACVVwS0e3WhgPUb4o9v2sX2 - Can a hedge fund really profit from market panic? David Meyers, founder of Vixy Hedge Fund, joins The Futures Edge Podcast with Jim Iuorio and Bob Iaccino to unpack the complex world of VIX trading and volatility strategies. David dives deep into the structure of VIX ETFs, the role of contango, and how traders can profit from the natural decay in volatility instruments. Learn about the crucial role of risk management, market timing, and why non-correlated assets can be powerful tools in any portfolio. This episode also explores: -How weather impacts a trader’s mindset -The psychological dynamics of managing investor expectations -What drawdowns really mean—and how to bounce back -Why baseball strategies may actually mirror successful trading habits If you’re an investor, trader, or financial professional interested in volatility, ETF mechanics, or how to structure a fund with staying power, this conversation offers practical insights and big-picture thinking. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Futures Edge and Guest Introduction 02:57 Weather and Lifestyle Impact on Trading Mindset 06:06 Understanding ETFs and the VIX Hedge Fund 08:55 Contango and Its Effects on Trading Strategies 11:55 Risk Management and Margin Calls in Trading 14:54 Market Volatility and Trading Opportunities 17:53 The Nature of the VIX and Its Trading Dynamics 21:00 Drawdowns and Performance Expectations in Hedge Funds 31:01 Understanding Profit Fluctuations and Market Timing 34:17 The Nature of Non-Correlated Assets 36:07 Risk Management and Investor Expectations 39:34 The Psychology of Fund Management 40:55 The Future of Investment Structures 44:02 The Role of Accredited Investors 45:28 Baseball Insights and Analogies in Investing