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In this episode, Mark Longo, Henry Schwartz (Cboe) and Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) delve into the historic and highly volatile recent market swings, including the massive rally and subsequent sell-off. Key topics include the unprecedented trading volumes, driven in part by zero day options, and how traders are navigating the current landscape. Detailed insights are provided on VIX movements, SPX trading trends, and specific stock analyses such as American Airlines, Sigma Lithium, and Biomarin Pharmaceuticals. Listener polls reveal hesitance towards zero day options amidst the uncertainty. The episode wraps up with predictions on upcoming earnings and market movements, emphasizing the importance of strategic thinking in these times.   01:05 Meet the Hosts and Co-Hosts 01:40 Cboe's SPX and Mini S&P 500 Options 02:16 Market Risks and Disclaimers 03:08 Kicking Off the Show 03:23 Market Madness and Historic Swings 05:15 Wild Times in the Options Market 06:42 Unprecedented Market Activity 11:19 

In this episode of The Futures Rundown, the hosts discuss the turbulent state of the futures markets amidst unprecedented volatility. They explore significant moves in various asset classes, including equities, metals, rates, and cryptocurrencies, while providing expert analysis and insights. Special guest Carley Garner from DeCarley Trading shares her perspectives on trading strategies, the state of gold and silver markets, and the significance of current market movements. The episode also features an interactive Q&A session with listener questions about trading approaches and market trends.   02:40 Welcome to The Futures Rundown Show 03:43 Market Analysis with Carley Garner 04:27 Diving into the Trading Pit 04:50 Unprecedented Market Movements 09:43 Top Movers in the Futures Market 17:54 Year-to-Date Market Trends 19:48 Market History and Predictions 19:59 Top Market Declines of the Year 20:40 Small Caps and Commodities 21:58 Current Market Activity 23:08 Top 15 Most Active Contracts 27:11 Treasury Mar

This episode hosted by Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli of Market Taker Mentoring, addresses the unprecedented market volatility driven by major market moves and how traders can navigate these challenging conditions. The hosts discuss various strategies, including selling puts, trading volatility products like VXX, UVXY, and SVXY, and how to avoid missing out on upside moves during tumultuous times. They also delve into topics such as historical market movements, the effectiveness of skip-strike vs. traditional butterflies, and listener questions on trading strategies and recent IPO craziness with Newsmax. Key insights on managing risk and leveraging volatility products are shared, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and calculated approaches in trading.   01:03 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 01:54 Historic Market Movements 05:02 Options Trading Strategies 10:36 Volatility Products and Strategies 22:05 Listener Questions and Market Insights 23:53 Analyzing the Latest Market News 24:07 Understanding Reciproc

In this episode of the Advisors Option, Mark Longo and Matt Anderson (ORATS) delve into the world of options trading with a focus on tools and strategies for advisors. They discuss the impact of market volatility and the ongoing trade war on options trading volume, highlighting that March 2024 set a new record with 1.23 billion contracts. The episode also explores earnings season performance and strategies like put calendars for hedging portfolios. Additionally, they address listener questions on trade war impacts, concentrated equity exposure, and using tools for calculating hedges, wrapping up with a giveaway for a pro trading crate.   01:25 Welcome to The Advisor's Option 06:08 Market Recap: P&L Statement 14:53 Earnings Volatility Report 20:49 Options Trading Volume Insights 27:26 Pro Trading Crate Giveaway 28:49 Office Hours: Listener Questions 30:54 Discussing Trade War Impacts on Options Market 33:07 Strategies for Trading in Volatile Markets 35:41 Earnings Season Trading Insights 38:28 Common Misc

This episode hosted by Mark Longo dives into the latest developments in the crypto derivatives markets. The episode features a breakdown of current trading activity and trends, with a specific focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum's performance amid market volatility. Special guest Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management joins the discussion, offering insights into his custom MSTR options strategy and thoughts on various altcoins such as Dogecoin, DigiByte, and Stellar Lumens. The episode also highlights the performance of options on popular crypto-related funds, including IBIT and BITO and explores how market conditions and volatility are impacting trading strategies.   01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 02:37 Diving into the Crypto Waters 04:07 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Analysis 04:46 Traditional Assets vs. Crypto 08:00 Bitcoin's Market Behavior 13:05 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 17:08 Trading Strategies and Insights 23:08 Analyzing Recent Trades and Strategies 24:22 Explaining the Custom MSTR Stra

In this episode of the Option Block, host Mark Longo is joined by Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management and the Rock Lobster, Andrew Giovinazzi from The Option Pit. They analyze the unprecedented market moves and volatility driven by the global trade war and other economic factors. Discussions include the record-breaking options volumes, unusual options activity in United Wholesale Mortgage and Primo Brands Corp, and active and passive hedging strategies. Listeners also get to enjoy some fun segments like the 80s trivia challenge and a deep dive into trading activity with time-sensitive examples of strikes and premiums.   00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:07 Welcome to the Option Block 01:55 Market Madness and Weekend Recap 03:49 80s Trivia Challenge 06:28 Trading Block: Market Analysis and Trends 12:58 Wild Times in the Options Market 28:47 Market Sentiment and Alphabet's Wild Day 29:54 Intel's Rollercoaster Week 30:47 Alibaba and the Impact of Tariffs 31:26 AMD's Volatile

In this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo, Dr. VIX Russell Rhoads, and The Rock Lobster Andrew Giovinazzi dive into an historic and chaotic week in the market. The VIX surged into the 40s, triggering discussions about unprecedented events and massive market movements. Analysis includes the muted volatility response earlier in the week, the fallout from SVIX plummets, and notable trades in VIX options. The hosts also predict next week's volatility with some cautious optimism after a tumultuous period driven by geopolitical and economic anxieties. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 01:52 Kicking Off the Show: Market Madness 03:27 Special Guest: Dr. VIX on Market Chaos 05:00 Special Guest: The Rock Lobster Joins the Discussion 05:55 Volatility Review: Market Breakdown 07:46 In-Depth Analysis: Historic Market Movements 13:21 Expert Insights: Dr. VIX on Volatility Trends 18:48 Expert Insights: The Rock Lobster on Market Volatility 25:46 Volatility Futures:

In this episode, host Mark Longo and guest Scott Bauer from Prosper Trading Academy dive into the week's dynamic market developments. They cover a volatile trading day with significant movements in the S&P and discuss strategies around zero-day options. The episode features detailed analysis of futures options markets, including equities, metals, and agricultural products. Highlights include deep dives into gold, with the metal reaching new highs, and soybean oil, which has seen significant price action.    00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:22 Welcome to This Week in Futures Options 03:54 Movers and Shakers Report 11:57 Equities Market Analysis 26:30 Diving into Metals 27:13 Market Overview and Gold Performance 28:27 Gold Trading Insights and Strategies 35:23 Silver Market Analysis 41:49 Soybean Oil Market Trends 47:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  

In this episode of the Option Block, Mark Longo along with Henry Schwartz (Cboe Global Markets) and Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) delve into a wild day in the markets driven by macroeconomic events, including the impact of tariffs and potential trade wars. VIX and other volatility indices are analyzed, along with key trades in stocks like HIMS and Coca-Cola. The episode also features engaging discussions on audience polls, thresholds for low-priced stock options, and the latest from SIBO. Noteworthy trades such as the Coca-Cola strangle and HIMS protective collar are highlighted, adding depth to the intricate market analysis presented.   00:00 Introduction and Program Information 01:18 Meet the Hosts and Sponsors 03:20 Market Overview and Current Events 05:53 Trading Block: Market Breakdown 09:13 Volatility and Market Reactions 12:08 Listener Questions and Market Analysis 26:59 Single Stock Analysis and Trends 32:20 Apple's Market Activity 32:47 Tesla's Market Movement 33:02 Nvidia's Market Perf

Apart from volatility metrics, investors might also look to the mechanics of implied volatility to help decipher option values. Join  show host Mark Benzaquen as he welcomes back Dan Passarelli of Market Taker Mentoring to discuss volatility concepts including standard deviation, tail risk, and the Rule of 16. 

This episode of the Future's Rundown, hosted by Mark Longo, dives into key trends and exciting movements in the futures markets. The show begins with a recap of the latest gains and losses within the market, highlighting notable movements in natural gas, canola, VIX, cocoa, and soybean oil, along with analysis of major downtrends in copper, Ethereum, and orange juice. Listeners gain insights on notable contracts and commodities such as gold, crude oil, and bonds, while also discovering the top performing and underperforming futures year-to-date. Additionally, the episode mentions the benefits of being a pro member of the network, including early access to content and the chance to participate in special programs like the Options Oddities. The episode ends with a reminder to tune in to the upcoming shows for more updates on futures and options. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:08 Understanding the Futures Markets 01:27 Introducing The Futures Rundown 02:40 Breaking Down the Futures Marke

In this episode of Options Bootcamp on the Options Insider Radio Network, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli discuss various topics related to options trading. They start by talking about the Options Insider platform and their mobile app, accessible via iTunes and Google Play. They go on to discuss the importance of understanding the role of gamma in options trading and dispelling common myths around covered calls. Additionally, they touch upon the recent chaos in car buying due to tariff concerns and share insights from listener questions about tax implications and retail trading strategies. The episode is rich in practical advice for both novice and experienced options traders. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:10 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 02:54 Early Edition of Options Bootcamp 04:42 Liberation Day Car Buying Madness 08:40 Options Drills: Covered Calls Myths 14:35 Mail Call: Listener Questions and Polls 19:22 Strategies and No Limits 20:09 VIX April Trades Recap 22:24 Listener Ques

In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo welcomes back Greg King, founder and CEO of Rex Shares and Osprey Funds, to discuss the latest trends and developments in the world of crypto derivatives and ETFs. Key topics include the explosion of cryptocurrencies and digital assets, the specific focus on leveraged products like MSTU and BMAX, and their role in the crypto investment landscape. The discussion also touches on the performance and volatility of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, the importance of a strategic crypto reserve, and the impact of new regulatory developments. Greg also shares insights into the creation and success of their leveraged crypto ETFs, including the recent launch of the Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Convertible Bond ETF (BMAX). 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 01:39 Introduction to Amber Data 02:23 Diving into Crypto Derivatives 04:16 Crypto Hot Seat: Interview with Greg King 06:14 Greg King's Insights on

Join host Mark Longo and the All-Star panel, including Mike Tosaw (Uncle Mike from St. Charles Wealth Management) and Andrew Giovinazzi (The Rock Lobster from The Option Pit), as they kick off another options trading week. The episode delves into recent market activities, from unusual option trades and volatility trends to strategic reallocations and market sentiment. They discuss the impact of geopolitical events and trade policies, explore intriguing options trades – from the mighty Wolfspeed to Dynatrace and beyond – and answer listener questions about trading strategies and stock levels. The show also features a lively 80s trivia challenge and interactive polls for audience engagement.   00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:27 Meet the Hosts and Kickoff 01:56 Monday Market Recap and Trivia Challenge 06:33 Market Analysis and Trading Insights 09:37 Options Trading Trends and Strategies 13:54 Market Reactions and Predictions 20:30 Single Stock Analysis and Activity 29:36 Exploring the Apr

In this episode, Mark Longo, along with Mark Sebastian of The Option Pit and Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business - Indiana University, discuss market volatility with a focus on VIX products, the significance of recent trades, and broader market movements. The show delves into the peculiar behavior of VIX options, examining notable trades like the April 20 calls and April 20-30 verticals. Listeners are also introduced to the new VYLD product and its performance. A humorous segment highlights contradictory VIX articles from Market Watch. The program concludes with listener questions and forecasts for the following week.   01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 01:51 Market Recap and Volatility Insights 02:31 Special Guests and Announcements 05:02 Volatility Review 06:53 Volatility Trading Strategies 10:40 VIX Futures and Market Predictions 16:49 VIX Options Analysis 21:23 Russell's Weekly Rundown 30:56 Audience Poll: April 2030s vs. Straight 20 Twos 31:08 Market Performance and Audience Preferences 32

In this episode of This Week in Futures Options, host Mark Longo is joined by Kevin Green from the Schwab Network to dissect the latest trends and trading activity in the futures options market. The discussion starts with a breakdown of significant movements in various asset classes, including corn, wheat, soybean oil, and WTI. Corn shows notable volume with heightened activity around May contracts, setting the stage for discussions about its price action driven by favorable weather forecasts and geopolitical factors. The ag complex continues with wheat, highlighting the pricing pressures influenced by global trade dynamics and significant export numbers. Shifting gears, the duo explores soybean oil's impressive bidding patterns and concludes with a deep dive into the energy sector, specifically WTI crude oil. Kevin offers insights, especially on the potential influence of seasonal demand and inventory levels on crude oil prices, making this episode a comprehensive guide for active futures options traders. 0

In this episode of The Option Block, hosted by Mark Longo, the panel includes Henry 'The Flowmaster' Schwartz from CBOE, and Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management. The team discusses the current state of options trading, market volatility driven by tariff news, and activity in indices like VIX, SPY, and the S&P 500. They dive into unusual options activity in Nike, GameStop, and Sandstorm Gold Limited (SAND), and explore intriguing trades involving long-dated puts and June calls. Listener questions about iOS versions of trade alert software and tokenizing trading assets such as wine are also addressed. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:18 Meet the Hosts and Sponsors 03:16 Market Overview and Trading Insights 04:27 In-Depth Market Analysis 06:16 Options Trading Trends and Strategies 11:17 Unusual Options Activity 31:43 Nike's Stock Performance Analysis 32:33 Unusual Call Volume in Nike 35:52 GameStop's Struggles and Crypto Pivot 37:03 Odd Block: GameStop's Long-Term Puts

In this episode, host Mark Longo delves into the latest developments in the futures markets alongside guest Brett Friedman from Winhall Risk Analytics. They discuss the current market activity, focusing on the resurgence of crude oil, high copper prices, and the relatively quiet week in trading volumes. Additionally, they explore unconventional investment topics such as tokenized wine trading and its potential impact on the market. Listeners also get a detailed analysis of year-to-date movers in various commodities and insights into volatility trends.    00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:07 Understanding the Futures Rundown 03:42 Guest Introduction: Brett Friedman 04:22 Entering the Trading Pit: Market Analysis 06:22 Top Movers in the Futures Market 13:16 Year-to-Date Movers and Shakers 21:49 Futures Free-for-All: Q&A Session 22:59 Wine Futures: A Left Field Topic 28:21 Conclusion and Upcoming Shows  

Welcome back to Options Boot Camp with Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli. In this Education Wednesday episode, the hosts dive into various topics on options trading. They discuss listener questions about time spreads, ratio vertical spreads, and advanced strategies for trading options. You'll also hear personal stories and trading insights as Mark and Dan combine education with entertainment in this engaging session. Stay tuned for expert tips and strategies to elevate your trading game and learn more about trading options effectively.   00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:09 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 01:39 Tasty Trade: Advanced Trading Tools 04:36 Listener Mailbag: Answering Your Questions 05:22 Market Analysis and Trading Strategies 09:26 Exploring Wine Futures and Tokenization 13:37 Market Taker Question of the Week 14:07 Dan's Side Project: Wealth Building with Options 18:46 Live Listener Questions and Market Outlook 22:27 Understanding the Mental Leap in Options Trading 23:28 Exploring

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo is joined by Tony Saliba, CEO of Liquid Mercury. The conversation delves into innovative projects such as the tokenization of investible wine facilitated by Liquid Mercury's technology. They also discuss the advantages of tokenization in finance, the dramatic rally in Bitcoin post-election, and the current state of Ethereum. Additionally, the episode covers the rise of crypto derivatives like IBIT and the implications of creating a strategic crypto reserve. Listeners are encouraged to explore the utility token MERC for further benefits.   01:05 Welcome to The Crypto Rundown 01:39 Introducing Amberdata 03:31 Crypto Hot Seat: Tony Saliba 05:29 Exploring Liquid Mercury and Tokenized Wine 17:58 The Future of Tokenization 24:01 Bitcoin Breakdown 27:03 Bitcoin's Limited Supply and Strategic Reserves 28:03 Market Reactions to Crypto Reserve Plans 28:50 Debate on the Need for a Strategic Crypto Reserve 31:18 Bitcoin Volatility and Market Data Insights 33:03 Cryp