Send us a textIn this episode of In The Harbor, we sit down with Chuck Proctor, a seasoned spread trader specializing in 30-year Treasury bond futures. Chuck takes us through his remarkable rise on the trading floor—from starting as a runner, to becoming a clerk, and ultimately earning his place as a local trader.Together, we revisit the golden era of open-outcry pit trading: the chaos, the camaraderie, the competition, and the moments that shaped a generation of traders. Chuck shares firsthand stories of what it was like to survive—and thrive—in an environment built on instinct, speed, and human connection.We then shift to the present day to examine the “death of the pits” and the takeover of markets by computers and algorithms. Chuck offers candid insights on how the culture of trading has evolved, what was lost, and where opportunity still exists for those willing to adapt.If you’re interested in market history, trading psychology, or the evolution of fixed income futures, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.⚓️ Find us In The Harbor Where sports, leisure, and finance come together — from the rink to the markets and everywhere in between. 🎙 Subscribe, follow, and join the conversation: 📸 Instagram & TikTok → @intheharborpod 💼 LinkedIn → Rock Harbor LLC 🐦 X & 📺 YouTube → @InTheHarborPod #InTheHarbor #Podcast #Finance #Sports #Leisure #RockHarbor #FinancialAdvisors #Investing

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