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It was when I realized that the game that you see being played is not the game.

And what you realize is the world's best investors think two or three steps ahead.

At a speed and understanding that is breathtaking, it takes a while to learn to be anywhere remotely as good.

Hi, everyone. Welcome to a special edition of My Life in Four Trades.

Today, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Real Vision co-founder and CEO, Ralph Powell.

In part one of our conversation, you'll hear about Ralph's childhood and journey into finance.

And you'll also hear about his first two trades and the biggest lessons he took away from them.

Enjoy the conversation.

Hi, Ralph. Welcome to My Life in Four Trades.

Right, so I can't wait for this Maggie.

We finally got you.

So before we jump in, it's our tradition to learn a little bit about your background.

So let's start there. Where did you grow up and what were you like as a kid?

I grew up in England outside of London near Windsor where the Queen lives.

And I had kind of an idyllic upbringing.

We lived in a small cold sack of 10 houses.

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