The Options Insider Radio Network

On this episode, we are joined in the Southern Studio during the Options Conference by:  Dave Barrett, Head of Options Strategy at Nasdaq Dave and Mark discuss: Nasdaq's potentially game-changing proposal for 0DTE Tesla, Nvidia and more. Will we finally be able to trade 0DTE options on single-name equities? Let's find out... Plus they discuss: the state of options education FLEX madness The wild response to IBIT options and much more.. 

During the Options Industry Conference, we were joined by Matt Fox, CEO, SpotGamma. Mark and Matt discuss: WTH is SpotGamma? Are 0DTE options just gamma bombs waiting to go off? How should gamma inform your trading? Should we expand 0DTE to equity options? and much more...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo breaks down the latest activity in the crypto derivatives markets and provides insights into the key developments over the past week. The episode dives into the details of Bitcoin and Ethereum's volatile markets, explores recent geopolitical impacts on the broader financial landscape, and examines major moves in assets like Solana, XRP, Doge, and more. Additionally, a significant portion is dedicated to dissecting the stellar IPO performance of Circle Internet Financial, which manages the USDC stablecoin, highlighting its market implications and potential IPO pricing missteps. Amberdata is introduced as a key resource for granular on-chain and market data for those venturing into digital assets.    00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 02:23 Diving into the Crypto Rundown 04:47 Exploring the Bitcoin Breakdown 07:07 Analyzing Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 11:39 Hot Trades in Bitcoin Options 15:56 Circle's Explosive IPO 19:24 Early Market Movem

In this episode of the Option Block, host Mark Longo and co-hosts "Uncle" Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi from Option Pit discuss the latest market trends and unusual options activity. The team delves into the market's reaction to U.S. involvement in a Middle Eastern conflict and debates its impact on volatility. They also analyze trading activity in names like Zeta Global Holdings, Appian Corp, and others, while offering strategies for managing these uncertain times. A special '80s trivia challenge takes place, adding a fun twist to the episode. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:28 Meet the Hosts and Co-Hosts 03:43 Trivia Challenge: 1980s Edition 06:42 The Trading Block: Market Analysis 07:10 Geopolitical Events and Market Impact 22:13 Energy Sector and Market Resilience 29:03 Palantir and Circle Internet Group Analysis 30:46 HIMSS and AMD Market Movements 32:18 Tesla's Self-Driving Taxis and Earnings Preview 33:22 Odd Block: Unusua

In this episode of Volatility Views, the show kicks off with a recap of the Volatility Death Match, discussing the dynamics, competitors, and outcomes of the event. With Mark Longo hosting, the episode features contributions from Jim Carroll, Andrew Giovinazzi, and Russell Rhoads, who analyze recent VIX movements, the impact of geopolitical events, and market trends. They discuss the landscape of VIX options, shifting trading strategies, and the implications of recent market behavior, including a look at ETPs like SVXY and UVXY. This comprehensive discussion provides listeners with valuable insights into volatility trading strategies and market forecasts.   01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 02:18 Volatility Death Match Recap 10:01 Volatility Review 31:42 VIX Options Overview 32:59 Top 10 VIX Positions Breakdown 35:14 Russell's Weekly Rundown 37:30 Bearish and Bullish VIX Trades 49:16 Inverse Volatility Products Discussion 55:16 Crystal Ball Predictions 01:00:36 Closing Remarks and Contact Information  

There can be only one! Two men will enter the cage...but only one will emerge victorious. Who will it be? Tune in to find out as Dr. VIX battles the Vixologist to the death on your favorite volatility topics including: Do after-hours VIX prints obscure what's really happening in the marketplace? Should you ignore them when trading VIX? How should you use constant-maturity futures in your VIX trading? What is the TRUE over/under level for VIX that you need to pay attention to in your trading? What levels really matter and which are just marketing hype? Can you use technical analysis in your VIX trading? Should you? What is the point of VYLD? How should you incorporate VIX 9D into your volatility trading? and much more...

In this episode of the Futures Rundown from Options Insider Radio Network, host Mark Longo and guest Kevin Green from Schwab Network dive into the dynamic world of futures trading. They discuss the current volatility in the futures market, driven by recent geopolitical events and energy market fluctuations. Key highlights include the impact of soybean oil and crude oil due to geopolitical risks, the performance of key commodities and precious metals, and a detailed analysis of the top gainers and losers year-to-date. Additionally, they explore the changes in market sentiment and trading volume across various futures contracts.    02:00 Welcome to the Futures Rundown 02:09 Market Analysis and Trading Insights 04:11 Top Movers in the Futures Market 05:17 Upside and Downside Movers 16:49 Year-to-Date Trends in Futures 21:53 Conclusion and Farewell  

In this episode of Options Bootcamp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli delve into various lesser-known and forgotten options trading terms. They start by reminiscing about their experiences on the trading floor, sharing definitions and history behind terms like Delta Neutral, Leaning on Orders, Squawk Box, and ARB Clerk. They also discuss the significance and evolution of these terms and how they're viewed and used in modern-day trading. The episode further explores the influence of current events on market volatility and polls listeners on related topics. Throughout, they encourage listeners to share their own forgotten options terms to potentially include in future episodes.   01:05 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 03:10 Options Drills: Strategies and Techniques 04:30 Forgotten Options Terminology: Part 2 05:01 Exploring Section 1256 Contracts 10:19 The Concept of Delta Neutral 16:23 Leaning on Orders and Other Trading Floor Terms 23:45 More Lost Trading Terms 23:59 The Antiquated Language of Trading Pits 25:

Join us as we explore the mysteries and nuances that emerge when trying to backtest 0DTE options strategies with Troy McNeil, Co-Founder of Option Omega.

We are joined in the Southern Studio by: Kevin “Lex” Luthringshausen, SVP Strategic Partnerships, Tradier Peter Laptewicz, President of Brokerage, Tradier Mark, Lex and Peter discuss: How the recent volatility may be spooking some of tradiers more aggressive clients.  The evolving 0DTE landscape and what the next products should be.  Should options go 24/5 or even 24/7? What is Tradier doing to raise the bar for options education? and much more...

In this episode of 'The Crypto Rundown,' hosted by Mark Longo, the show dives into the latest trends and developments in the crypto derivatives markets. Key topics include an insightful discussion with Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management about Bitcoin Treasury operations and their growing significance, as well as Metaplanet's aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy. The episode also covers updates on major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP, including notable market movements and volatility trends. The conversation extends to broader adoption of cryptocurrencies by institutional players and the latest updates on crypto ETFs like IBIT and MSTU, highlighting a notable surge in trading activity. Tune in to stay informed about the dynamic world of crypto.   01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 02:36 Guest Introduction: Bill Ulivieri 05:25 Bitcoin Breakdown 08:12 Volatility and Market Trends 11:54 Exploring IBIT and MSTU 18:20 Altcoin Universe 18:34 Market Cap Overview 19:56 XRP and Persona

This episode of the Option Block kicks off with the hosts Mark Longo, Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management, and Andrew ‘the Rock Lobster’ Giovinazzi from The Option Pit discuss the impact of the recent Middle East conflict on the market. They note that markets are rallying despite the conflict, suggesting a 'fade the spike' approach might have been profitable. The show then delves into unusual options activities, including large trades in BEKE, ADM, and BILI, indicating bullish sentiments in Chinese equities. Uncle Mike provides a strategy segment focused on 'box spreads' and teases further exploration in the next episode. The episode concludes with the hosts sharing what they will be watching in the markets until the next show.   01:07 Meet the Hosts and Show Overview 03:05 The 80s Trivia Challenge 04:20 Trivia Challenge Results and Market Analysis 06:54 The Trading Block: Market Trends and Insights 10:07 Middle East Conflict and Market Reactions 14:04 Listener Interaction and Market Updates

In this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo and Russell Rhodes delve into the recent shifts in the volatility landscape. With geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the VIX spiking to new levels, and market reactions to recent economic events, this episode is a crucial listen for anyone in the volatility trading scene. The discussion also touches on notable trades in VIX options, the peculiarities of the VIX term structure, and the impact of these events on various volatility ETFs. Russell shares his insights on current market activities and to provide an in-depth analysis of recent significant trades. This episode also revisits the heated and recently held VIX Death Match, offering an engaging mix of expert analysis and lively debate.   01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 02:23 Volatility Death Match Recap 07:50 Volatility Review: Market Analysis 22:17 VIX Options and Futures Rundown 29:19 Analyzing Weekly Futures and Roll Trades 30:23 Deep Dive into VIX Options Strategies 32:42 Evaluating Trade Decisi

This episode discusses key trades and trends across various futures options markets. The host, Mark Longo, along with guest Scott Bauer from Prosper Trading Academy, delve into the week’s major movers such as WTI crude oil, natural gas, and platinum. They also examine the volatility trends, trading strategies, and the impact of geopolitical events on these markets. Additionally, the episode covers the unique aspects of zero-day options in equity indexes, specifically the S&P 500 and NASDAQ, and how this phenomenon is reshaping trading strategies.   01:04 Welcome to This Week in Futures Options & Guest Introduction: Scott Bauer from Prosper Trading Academy 05:05 Movers and Shakers Report 12:18 Energy Market Analysis: WTI and Crude Oil 20:45 Natural Gas Market Insights 25:40 Market Recap: Key Figures and Trends 26:35 Options Activity in Metals: Silver, Gold, and More 27:44 Spotlight on Platinum: Unusual Volume and Trends 33:14 Gold's Rollercoaster: Highs, Lows, and Strategies 41:03 Equities and Index O

This episode of The Option Block dives deep into various facets of the options market. The hosts discuss the latest market trends, the impact of macroeconomic factors, and notable unusual options activity. Highlight segments include a debate on the preferred terminology of 'ratio spread' versus 'back spread' and the critical choice of the best asset in an apocalyptic scenario (gold, diamonds, Bitcoin, or bullets). The show also features discussions on recent significant trades in VIX, Rocket Companies, NuScale Power, and Oracle, and an intriguing revelation about a potential volatility death match involving the FlowMaster.   01:19 Meet the Hosts and Panelists 03:08 Kicking Off the Option Block 04:57 Introducing Today's Guests 07:13 Market Analysis and Trends 17:54 VIX and Trading Volume Insights 21:14 Single Name Options Activity 27:24 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 29:19 Rocket Companies Stock Analysis 30:33 Unusual Options Activity in Rocket Companies 32:53 Nuscale Power Corp Stock Surge 37:35 Oracle'

In this episode of The Futures Rundown, Mark Longo discusses the intricacies of the futures markets with guest Carley Garner from DeCarley Trading. They delve into current market trends, focusing on the top movers in futures, including rates, equities, and precious metals. The conversation touches on key trading strategies, the season's market behavior, and the importance of risk management. Carley shares insights on the complexities of trading in less liquid markets, such as orange juice futures and options, and the advantages of focusing on familiar trading instruments. The episode wraps up with listener questions, exploring topics like viable trading strategies and hard-earned lessons in trading.     01:27 Introducing the Futures Rundown 03:01 Special Guest: Carley Garner 04:48 The Trading Pit: Market Analysis 07:06 Top Movers: Downside and Upside 16:30 Rates vs. Equities: A Market Overview 18:54 Discussing the Euro's Performance 19:58 Year-to-Date Movers: Downside 24:02 Year-to-Date Movers: Upside 27:08 

In this episode of Options Bootcamp, host Mark Longo and co-host Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) dive into forgotten and lesser-known options terminologies. The duo explores terms such as horizontal and vertical spreads, legging into trades, volatility smiles, realized vs. implied volatility, and risk premium harvesting. They touch upon trading floor lingo, including the roles of 'locals,' the use of 'raise' in retail automated execution systems, and the concept of 'out trades.' As they discuss each term, they highlight their relevance and usage in today's trading landscape. Listeners are also engaged with polls, letting them voice their opinions on these old-school trading terms.   01:04 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 01:38 Education Wednesday: Volatility Death Match Recap 02:59 Introducing the Black Hatted One: Dan Passarelli 03:59 Options Drills: Forgotten Terminology 05:42 Exploring Horizontal Spreads 07:23 Legging into Trades: Risks and Strategies 11:02 Volatility Smile and Skew 13:31 Implied vs. R

In this episode of the European Market Brief, the host Mark Longo along with guests Russell Rhodes (Indiana University Kelley School of Business), Sophie Granchi (Eurex), and Patrik Herrmann (STOXX) delve into European derivatives markets, highlighting major indices like the Euro STOXX 50 and STOXX Europe 600. The discussion covers strategic insights into the unique trading opportunities and challenges in European equity markets compared to the US, touching on volatility trends and sectorial investments. The panel also answers listener questions, comparing VSTOXX with VIX, and explaining the impact of geopolitical events on volatility indices.   01:04 Welcome to the European Market Brief 02:31 Episode Three Kickoff & Meeting the Hosts and Guests 06:48 Diving into European Indices 08:48 Comparing European and US Markets 11:36 Exploring the Stocks Europe 600 19:50 Accessing European Markets 23:51 Overnight Desk: Market Activity 26:42 European Defense Sector Awakens 27:09 End User Insights from Sophie Granc

In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo provides an in-depth analysis of the latest trends and activities in the crypto derivatives markets. Mark delves into the Bitcoin breakdown, discussing recent price movements, volatility metrics, and skew data. He highlights Bitcoin's performance, noting a rise in value and hovering around significant price points. The episode also covers other cryptocurrency derivatives such as MSTU, examining a large call trade in detail, and reviews the market performance of other altcoins including Ethereum, Solana, and XRP. The show concludes with a segment answering listener questions and conducting flash polls on best apocalyptic assets and preferred ways to gain exposure to Bitcoin.    01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 03:32 Bitcoin Breakdown 05:40 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 19:50 Altcoin Universe 28:27 Crypto Questions and Community Polls 32:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Events  

This episode of the Option Block covers a variety of topics in the options market. Hosts Mark Longo, Uncle Mike Tosaw and Andrew 'the Rock Lobster' Giovinazzi discuss the latest trends, including VIX fluctuations, significant moves in stocks like Nvidia and Palantir, and unusual activity in names such as Warner Brothers Discovery and Joby Aviation. Additionally, the show features a lighthearted 80s trivia segment, a strategy block focusing on diversification within a stock portfolio, and listener polling on current market sentiments. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:54 Upcoming Events and Special Announcements 04:15 The 80s Trivia Challenge 07:29 Market Analysis and Trading Block 17:08 VIX and SPY Insights 26:38 Market Rumors and Hood Discussion 27:14 Apple and Tesla Updates 28:28 Nvidia and Meme Stocks Buzz 29:48 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 30:29 Warner Brothers Discovery Analysis 36:44 Joby Aviation and Drone Stocks 41:28 Navitas and Chip Stocks 43:46 Strategy Block: Diversifi