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Wide World of Options: Options Pricing from a Dual Perspective

Wide World of Options: Options Pricing from a Dual Perspective

 For those new to options, certain aspects of pricing are difficult to understand. And for those more seasoned traders, even they might be left “in the dark” when it comes to the behind the scenes mechanics of OCC pricing determinations. Luckily, OIC has both covered. Join host Mark Benzaquen as he welcomes fellow OIC instructor Ken Keating and OCC Director Colin Fisher to discuss pricing basics and OCC’s margining processes in this lively and informative episode, sure to interest investors of all experience levels.
32:3101/02/2024
Options Boot Camp 274: More Cov. Call Data Plus Call Skew and...Options Rumbles?

Options Boot Camp 274: More Cov. Call Data Plus Call Skew and...Options Rumbles?

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: How it will impact your options trading if this low volatility regime persists for an extended period How you can tell if the market is over priced Potential of more same day options coming this year Being a covered call proponent Thoughts on the call skew we're seeing right now in many stocks Interest in learning more about garbage options WWE's Royal Rumble last weekend And much more
40:4631/01/2024
The Advisor's Option 132: 2023 In Review, 0 DTE Debate and Crypto Estate Planning

The Advisor's Option 132: 2023 In Review, 0 DTE Debate and Crypto Estate Planning

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MATT AMBERSON, OPTION RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY SERVICES GUEST: BILL ULIVIERI, CENACLE CAPITAL TAKEAWAYS FROM 2023 THOUGHTS ON CURRENT MARKET ENVIRONMENT INCL THE POST-BITCOIN APPROVAL MARKET THE ESSENTIAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS TOOLKIT FOR RECOVERING CRYPTOCURRENCY EARNINGS SEASON VOLATILITY UPDATE DECEMBER OPTIONS VOLUME AND 2023 RECORD OPTIONS NUMBERS THOUGHTS ON CONTINUED RESILIENCE OF THE OPTIONS MARKET HOW ODTE OPTIONS HAVE EFFECTED THE MARKETS AND MUCH MORE
01:02:0131/01/2024
The Option Block 1256: When the Cat Is Away....

The Option Block 1256: When the Cat Is Away....

HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT ON THIS EPISODE, THE ROCK LOBSTER, AND UNCLE MIKE BREAK DOWN: THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS INCL SVIX, UVIX, INTC MOST ACTIVE OPTIONS INCL LCID, RIVN EARNINGS VOLATILITY INCL AAPL, CBOE, IBM UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN DLO, CPRT, CVNA, SATS HOW BONDS WORK IF THIS LOW VOLATILITY REGIME PERSISTS FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HOW WILL IT IMPACT YOUR OPTIONS TRADING. WHAT'S YOUR PREFERRED WAY TO TRADE BOND MARKET VOLATILITY WHAT PRODUCT DO YOU WISH HAD MORE OPTIONS VOLUME OR LIQUIDITY WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND MUCH MORE
01:03:5830/01/2024
Volatility Views 568: Shockingly Depressed VIX Futures Curve & Surprising Action in UVIX

Volatility Views 568: Shockingly Depressed VIX Futures Curve & Surprising Action in UVIX

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT GUEST HOST: SCOTT NATIONS, NATIONS INDEXES BREAKING DOWN VOLATILITY PRODUCTS IN THE MARKETS THIS WEEK: VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX, VOLI VIX FUTURES CURVE SHOCKINGLY DEPRESSED RIGHT NOW SVIX TEARING IT UP THIS YEAR AFTER CONCERN ABOUT IT'S RETURN 2 YEARS AGO DISCUSSING INVERSE VOLATILITY PRODUCTS WHAT IS YOUR PREFERRED WAY TO TRADE BROAD MARKET VOLATILITY THE POPULAR CRYSTAL BALL - WHERE WILL VIX BE NEXT WEEK
01:02:1226/01/2024
TWIFO 386: Nat Gas is Undeniable

TWIFO 386: Nat Gas is Undeniable

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network We look at the movers and shakers in the futures options markets for this past week including ags, energy and crypto.
44:2125/01/2024
The Option Block 1255: Insane TSLA Puts, Crazy CBAY Calls and SPY MegaFlies

The Option Block 1255: Insane TSLA Puts, Crazy CBAY Calls and SPY MegaFlies

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT CO-HOST: HENRY SCHWARTZ, CBOE GLOBAL MARKETS ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE ROCK LOBSTER, UNCLE MIKE, AND THE FLOWMASTER BREAK DOWN: THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS INCL TSLA GARBAGE PUTS THE MOST ACTIVE EQUITY OPTIONS TODAY INCL NVDA EARNINGS SEASON VOLATILITY IN TSLA, LUV, INTC UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN CBAY, SPY WHAT'S YOUR PREFERRED WAY TO TRADE BROAD MARKET VOLATILITY WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND WEEKEND AND MUCH MORE
59:1125/01/2024
Options Boot Camp 273: Tackling Your Questions About Inverse Volatility, Crypto Options and 0DTE

Options Boot Camp 273: Tackling Your Questions About Inverse Volatility, Crypto Options and 0DTE

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: Which options strategy they anticipate using the most in 2024 Will bitcoin close positive on the year Does SVIX adding VIX options into its holdings make them more or less likely to trade it What are our thoughts on playing the BTC ETF approval using options Is the massive volume in 0dte index options just a fad or does this mark a long-term change for the options market going forward And much more
31:3224/01/2024
The Crypto Rundown 222: From Hollywood to Crypto

The Crypto Rundown 222: From Hollywood to Crypto

Crypto Hot Seat: Andrew Saunders, Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer - Hashflow Discussion includes: What is Hashflow What products you can trade  Why a DEX Why build Hashflow on Solana Thoughts on recent Solana surge Solana vs. Ethereum What is the Hashverse Any new products or services forthcoming And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether in: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.
46:5322/01/2024
The Option Block 1254: All-Time Highs, VXX Skullduggery and Unlimited Skeletor

The Option Block 1254: All-Time Highs, VXX Skullduggery and Unlimited Skeletor

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE ROCK LOBSTER, AND UNCLE MIKE BREAK DOWN: THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS MOST ACTIVE OPTIONS INCL MARA UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN ERIC, PAGS, XRX STICK WITH YOUR PLAN WHEN STRIKE PRICE GOES HIGHER IN COVERED CALL WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND MUCH MORE
55:4922/01/2024
Volatility Views 567: The Year Without Fear?

Volatility Views 567: The Year Without Fear?

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT GUEST HOST: JIM CARROLL, BALLAST ROCK PRIVATE WEALTH BREAKING DOWN VOLATILITY PRODUCTS IN THE MARKETS THIS WEEK: VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX WAS 2023 THE YEAR WITHOUT FEAR? VIX VS. VOLI DEBATING THE VIX FEB 17 CALLS AGAIN IS IT BETTER OR WORSE FOR SVIX TO ADD VIX OPTIONS TO ITS HOLDINGS THE POPULAR CRYSTAL BALL - WHERE WILL VIX BE NEXT WEEK
59:1819/01/2024
TWIFO 385: Crypto Crush, Nat Gas Normalization and $100 Crude?

TWIFO 385: Crypto Crush, Nat Gas Normalization and $100 Crude?

On this episode we are joined by: Carley Garner, Senior Analyst and Broker, DeCarley Trading Mark and Carley look back at 2023 and trend trades. They also discuss interesting options activity, volatility and skew changes in the following products: Bitcoin WTI Nat Gas Crude Oil and more...
50:0418/01/2024
The Option Block 1253: Holograms and Hijinks

The Option Block 1253: Holograms and Hijinks

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT CO-HOST: HENRY SCHWARTZ, CBOE GLOBAL MARKETS ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE GREASY MEATBALL, UNCLE MIKE, AND THE FLOWMASTER BREAK DOWN: THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS INCL VIX, CRYPTO, BOND MARKET, STAC MID-WINTER MEETING PANEL THE MOST ACTIVE EQUITY OPTIONS TODAY INCL MARA, NVDA EARNINGS SEASON VOLATILITY IN AA, NTRS, ALLY, NFLX, TSLA UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN CVE, JBLU, NVDA, BMBL WHICH OPTIONS STRATEGY THEY ANTICIPATE USING THE MOST IN 2024 WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND WEEKEND AND MUCH MORE TRADE OF THE DAY INSIGHTS NEWSLETTER - REQUEST ACCESS TO [email protected]
57:5518/01/2024
Options Boot Camp 272: WTH is Tail Risk and What Should You Do About It?

Options Boot Camp 272: WTH is Tail Risk and What Should You Do About It?

On this episode Mark and Dan discuss tail risk. What is it? What are tail events and tail options?
29:1817/01/2024
Volatility Views 566: Volatility Snow Day and the Return of 50 Cent?

Volatility Views 566: Volatility Snow Day and the Return of 50 Cent?

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT BREAKING DOWN VOLATILITY PRODUCTS IN THE MARKETS THIS WEEK: VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX DISCUSSING THE FED AND RATE CUTS IN 2024 DOES THE 3 DAY MARKET HOLIDAY IMPACT OPTIONS CBOE'S RETURN TO CRYPTO WITH THE LAUNCH OF BITCOIN AND ETHER FUTURES TODAY IS 50 CENT BACK IN VIX THE POPULAR CRYSTAL BALL - WHERE WILL VIX BE NEXT WEEK
59:3812/01/2024
TWIFO 384: Talking Crypto, Equities and Ags

TWIFO 384: Talking Crypto, Equities and Ags

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network CME GROUP HOT SEAT: Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business, Indiana University We discuss the movers and shakers in the futures options markets including ags (lean hogs, soybean meal), equities (Russell 2000), crypto (bitcoin) and much more.
01:01:5111/01/2024
The Option Block 1252: Another Wild Start to the New Year

The Option Block 1252: Another Wild Start to the New Year

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT CO-HOST: KEVIN NICHOLS, CBOE GLOBAL MARKETS ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE GREASY MEATBALL, UNCLE MIKE, AND KEVIN BREAK DOWN: THE MOST ACTIVE EQUITY OPTIONS TODAY INCL THE CRYPTO STOCKS EARNINGS SEASON VOLATILITY IN BAC, C, DAL, JPM, WFC, GS, PNC, SCHW UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN CVE, GT, CZR WILL BITCOIN CLOSE POSITIVE ON THE YEAR WILL SPX/SPY CLOSE POSITIVE ON THE YEAR WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND WEEKEND AND MUCH MORE TRADE OF THE DAY INSIGHTS NEWSLETTER - REQUEST ACCESS TO [email protected]
01:00:4411/01/2024
Options Boot Camp 271: Blowout Butterflies and Bargains with the Devil

Options Boot Camp 271: Blowout Butterflies and Bargains with the Devil

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: What are the best market conditions for options trading Should we be strapping in for another 2021 meme stock run in 2024 Why does no one talk about bi-directional butterfly trades And much more
32:2010/01/2024
The Crypto Rundown 221: Exploding Out Of The Gate

The Crypto Rundown 221: Exploding Out Of The Gate

Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week MARA Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoin volatility and skew And much more...
50:2209/01/2024
The Option Block 1251: Return of the 1-5?

The Option Block 1251: Return of the 1-5?

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE ROCK LOBSTER, AND UNCLE MIKE BREAK DOWN: THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS MOST ACTIVE OPTIONS INCL BA, NVDA EARNINGS VOLATILITY INCL HELE UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN HUN, SB DETERMINING BEST OPTION FOR TRADITIONAL IRA/ROTH IRA WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND MUCH MORE
01:01:4208/01/2024
Volatility Views 565: Shooting Machine Guns and Smoking Crack

Volatility Views 565: Shooting Machine Guns and Smoking Crack

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT GUEST HOST: RUSSELL RHOADS, KELLEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - INDIANA UNIVERSITY LOOKING BACK AT VOLATILITY IN 2023 TALKING ANNUAL VIX HIGH/LOW RANGES BREAKING DOWN VOLATILITY PRODUCTS IN THE MARKETS THIS WEEK: VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX VIX FUTURES VOLUME NUMBERS FOR DECEMBER 2023 THE POPULAR CRYSTAL BALL - WHERE WILL VIX BE NEXT WEEK
01:02:4705/01/2024
TWIFO 383: Looking Back on a Wild Year..

TWIFO 383: Looking Back on a Wild Year..

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network CME GROUP HOT SEAT: Dan Gramza, Gramza Capital  Management We discuss the top 10 movers and shakers in the futures options markets for 2023. We discuss bitcoin, equities, metals, ags and much more on this episode of This Week in Futures Options.
01:02:5505/01/2024
The Option Block 1250: Kicking Off the New Year in Style

The Option Block 1250: Kicking Off the New Year in Style

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT CO-HOST: HENRY SCHWARTZ, CBOE GLOBAL MARKETS ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE GREASY MEATBALL, UNCLE MIKE, AND THE FLOWMASTER BREAK DOWN: LOOKING BACK ON THE OPTIONS MARKET IN 2023 THE 2023 OPTIONS VOLUME NUMBERS FROM OCC THE MOST ACTIVE EQUITY OPTIONS TODAY INCL C, QS YEAR END RESULTS FOR EARNINGS SEASON UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN CVE, DKNG, ZIM OPTIONS TRADING PREDICTIONS FOR 2024 WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND WEEKEND AND MUCH MORE TRADE OF THE DAY INSIGHTS NEWSLETTER - REQUEST ACCESS TO [email protected]
01:04:1504/01/2024
Wide World of Options: New Year’s Resolutions and Options: What’s in Store for 2024!

Wide World of Options: New Year’s Resolutions and Options: What’s in Store for 2024!

A New Year often brings with it new resolutions. If your resolution includes learning about options, The Options Industry Council and OIC’s Wide World of Options has you covered. In the first episode of 2024, host Mark Benzaquen explains the ins and outs of options fundamentals by defining options and discussing their potential uses. And as an added feature, Dave Nolan from OCC’s Member Services team joins the podcast to discuss OCC’s role in the marketplace.
21:3704/01/2024
Options Boot Camp 270: Looking Back on 2023 and Ahead to 2024

Options Boot Camp 270: Looking Back on 2023 and Ahead to 2024

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: Big trades/trends that stood out in 2023 End of year options volume numbers from OCC Was 2023 the death of volatility VIX pick for 2024 How will 2024 election impact volatility Will 0dte trend continue in 2024 What will be the contagion fear of 2024 And much more
39:0303/01/2024
Options Playbook Radio 453: The Return of Options Playbook Radio

Options Playbook Radio 453: The Return of Options Playbook Radio

We are pleased to welcome back Brian Overby and his popular Options Playbook Radio program.  On this episode, Mark and Brian answer your listener questions including: their thoughts on options trading holding up in 2023 their feelings on the pattern day trading policy trading VIX calls/spreads vs. VIX puts/spreads whether Chicago is still the mecca for trading options and much more.
44:5102/01/2024
New Year's Special: Your Shocks, Surprises and Insights from 2023

New Year's Special: Your Shocks, Surprises and Insights from 2023

Join Mark as he takes a look back at your surprising poll results on the hottest issues facing the options market in 2023. 
28:4501/01/2024
Volatility Views Special: Did Anyone Win the 2023 Vol Prize?

Volatility Views Special: Did Anyone Win the 2023 Vol Prize?

Join Mark as he crunches the numbers to determine who, if anyone, won the 2023 Vol Prize? We also take a look into the future to see what you are predicting for next year. 
19:0029/12/2023
Volatility Views 564: Volatility Year In Review

Volatility Views 564: Volatility Year In Review

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT GUEST HOST: MATT AMBERSON, ORATS VOLATILITY REVIEW FOR THE YEAR LOOKING BACK AT EARNINGS VOLATILITY FOR 2023 BREAKING DOWN VOLATILITY PRODUCTS IN THE MARKETS THIS WEEK: VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX REVIEWING THE RESULTS OF THE VOLATILITY VIEWS POLLS DURING 2023 THE POPULAR CRYSTAL BALL - WHERE WILL VIX BE NEXT WEEK AND AT THE END OF 2024
01:05:1222/12/2023
TWIFO 382: Futures Options Year-End Round Up

TWIFO 382: Futures Options Year-End Round Up

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network We look at the movers and shakers in the futures options markets for this past week as well as for the past year.  We also look at our audience polls in futures options over the past year.
38:5421/12/2023
The Option Block 1249: The Most Standout, Ridiculous and Downright Dubious Trades of the Year

The Option Block 1249: The Most Standout, Ridiculous and Downright Dubious Trades of the Year

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT CO-HOST: HENRY SCHWARTZ, CBOE GLOBAL MARKETS ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE GREASY MEATBALL, UNCLE MIKE, AND THE FLOWMASTER BREAK DOWN: THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS THE MOST ACTIVE EQUITY OPTIONS TODAY INCL META, MARA UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN ATUS STANDOUT/RIDICULOUS/DUBIOUS/BEST PUT SPREAD EVER TRADES OF THE YEAR: CHPT, SNAP, RSP, KWEB, CPRI, NKLA, CS, GME 80S WRESTLING TRIVIA FINAL RESULTS OPTIONS TRADING PREDICTIONS FOR 2024 WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND WEEKEND AND MUCH MORE TRADE OF THE DAY INSIGHTS NEWSLETTER - REQUEST ACCESS TO [email protected]
01:14:1521/12/2023
Options Boot Camp 268: The Great Covered Call Debate

Options Boot Camp 268: The Great Covered Call Debate

On this episode, Mark, Dan and Matt Amberson have the great covered call debate.  Does it make sense to keep selling calls in this environment? Does this environment make the wheel strategy less attractive right now too?
38:4820/12/2023
Options Boot Camp 269: WTH is Dispersion Trading, A New Options Exchange & How to Approach Earnings Season When Trading Options

Options Boot Camp 269: WTH is Dispersion Trading, A New Options Exchange & How to Approach Earnings Season When Trading Options

On this episode, Mark, Dan and Matt Amberson discuss what is dispersion trading and the launch of the new DSPX Index from Cboe Global Markets. They also talk about the new 17th options exchange in the US - the Member's Exchange. And, they suggest how to approach earnings season when trading options. 
31:3219/12/2023
The Crypto Rundown 220: Closing out 2023 in High Style

The Crypto Rundown 220: Closing out 2023 in High Style

Guest: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning All the explosive upside action in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, more And much more...
44:2818/12/2023
The Option Block 1248: The American Options Dream

The Option Block 1248: The American Options Dream

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE ROCK LOBSTER, AND UNCLE MIKE BREAK DOWN: MEMORIES ABOUT DUSTY RHODES - THE AMERICAN DREAM THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS MOST ACTIVE OPTIONS INCL NIO UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN NAT, EVGO SHOULD YOU BUY OR SELL OPTIONS ON CHEAP STOCKS WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND MUCH MORE
56:1318/12/2023
Volatility Views 563: Hearing Volatility Voices In Our Heads

Volatility Views 563: Hearing Volatility Voices In Our Heads

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT GUEST HOST: RUSSELL RHOADS, KELLEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - INDIANA UNIVERSITY BREAKING DOWN VOLATILITY PRODUCTS IN THE MARKETS THIS WEEK: VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX THE POPULAR CRYSTAL BALL - WHERE WILL VIX BE NEXT WEEK
01:00:1415/12/2023
TWIFO 381: Explosive Equities, Apathetic Ags and Secret Energy Upside

TWIFO 381: Explosive Equities, Apathetic Ags and Secret Energy Upside

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network CME GROUP HOT SEAT: Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business, Indiana University We discuss the movers and shakers in the futures options markets including ags (SRW Wheat), energy (nat gas, crude oil, WTI), equities (Russell 2000), and much more.
58:0114/12/2023
The Option Block 1247: An Options Explosion!

The Option Block 1247: An Options Explosion!

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT CO-HOST: KEVIN CARTER, CBOE GLOBAL MARKETS ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE ROCK LOBSTER, UNCLE MIKE, AND KEVIN BREAK DOWN: THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS INCL GME, SPX, VIX THE MOST ACTIVE EQUITY OPTIONS TODAY INCL  INTC, MSFT, RIVN, APPL, TSLA UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN GT, BAC, ACI WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND WEEKEND AND MUCH MORE
01:01:2914/12/2023
Options Boot Camp 267: Too Much of a Good Thing?

Options Boot Camp 267: Too Much of a Good Thing?

On this episode, Mark and Dan's discuss having too many low risk/high reward trades and having too many low reward/high risk trades. They also discuss how to approach earnings season when trading options and much more.
34:2713/12/2023
The Crypto Rundown 219: The Crypto Rundown 219: Pressing Pause on the Rampage

The Crypto Rundown 219: The Crypto Rundown 219: Pressing Pause on the Rampage

Guest: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning All the explosive upside action in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, more App-Chains: the new trend in crypto And much more...
48:2412/12/2023
The Option Block 1246: Stolen at Birth and Born to Trade Options

The Option Block 1246: Stolen at Birth and Born to Trade Options

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE GREASY MEATBALL, AND UNCLE MIKE BREAK DOWN: RIC FLAIR'S BACKGROUND THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS  MOST ACTIVE OPTIONS INCL PLTR, MARA EARNINGS VOLATILITY SEASON Q4 RESULTS SO FAR UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN JWN, INVZ, CZR, CENX, ORCL HOW TO PUT YOUR CASH TO WORK DOES SVIX ADDING VIX OPTIONS INTO ITS HOLDINGS MAKE YOU MORE OR LESS LIKELY TO TRADE IT WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND MUCH MORE
57:1011/12/2023
Volatility Views 562: Crypto Vol vs. Equity Vol Death Match

Volatility Views 562: Crypto Vol vs. Equity Vol Death Match

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT GUEST HOST: GREG MAGADINI, AMBERDATA BREAKING DOWN VOLATILITY PRODUCTS IN THE MARKETS THIS WEEK: VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX THE SVIX DEBATE CONTINUES THE POPULAR CRYSTAL BALL - WHERE WILL VIX BE NEXT WEEK
01:02:1508/12/2023
TWIFO 380: A Year Of Futures Options Sub-Stories

TWIFO 380: A Year Of Futures Options Sub-Stories

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Hot Seat: Derek Sammann, CME Group On this episode, Mark and Derek discuss: the hot products, trends and developments in options at CME Group in 2023; the biggest surprise of the year; the product that saw the most growth in 2023; the rise of 0dte options; short-duration contracts into nat gas; the future of CVOL indices and recommendations on how to incorporate them into your options trading; what to look forward to from CME Group options next year; what were the biggest movers and shakers this week at CME Group; and much more.
48:4507/12/2023
The Option Block 1245: Is This The Worst Trade Of The Year?

The Option Block 1245: Is This The Worst Trade Of The Year?

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: ANDREW GIOVINAZZI, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT CO-HOST: HENRY SCHWARTZ, CBOE GLOBAL MARKETS ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE ROCK LOBSTER, UNCLE MIKE, AND THE FLOWMASTER BREAK DOWN: THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS THE MOST ACTIVE EQUITY OPTIONS TODAY INCL KVUE, GOOG CRAZY EARNINGS VOLATILITY IN GME, DG UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN MET, GME, NKLA WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND WEEKEND AND MUCH MORE TRADE OF THE DAY INSIGHTS NEWSLETTER - REQUEST ACCESS TO [email protected]
01:01:0807/12/2023
Wide World of Options: Equity vs. Index Options: Is There a Difference?

Wide World of Options: Equity vs. Index Options: Is There a Difference?

When it comes to trading exchange-listed options, all may not be apples to apples. Different products may have different settlement styles, different exercise restrictions, and even differences in trading hours, among others. Join OIC host Mark Benzaquen and OIC instructor Roma Colwell as they breakdown the various differences, similarities, and possible uses for index options in this lively episode of OIC’s Wide World of Options.
21:2107/12/2023
Options Boot Camp 266: An Alternative to Selling Option Premium

Options Boot Camp 266: An Alternative to Selling Option Premium

On this episode, Mark and Dan's share an alternative to selling option premium - buying verticals.  They also discuss where VIX will close at the end of the year, and much more.
33:0007/12/2023
The Crypto Rundown 218: The Rampage Continues

The Crypto Rundown 218: The Rampage Continues

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.
38:4105/12/2023
The Option Block 1244: Rhythm, Blues and Terrible Call Buys

The Option Block 1244: Rhythm, Blues and Terrible Call Buys

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: MARK SEBASTIAN, THE OPTION PIT CO-HOST: MIKE TOSAW, ST. CHARLES WEALTH MANAGEMENT ON THIS EPISODE, MARK, THE GREASY MEATBALL, AND UNCLE MIKE BREAK DOWN: THEIR MEMORIES OF THE HONKY TONK MAN THE LATEST IN THE OPTIONS MARKETS - THE RUSSELL 2000 IS THE STAR OF THE SHOW TODAY MOST ACTIVE OPTIONS INCL UBER, MARA EARNINGS VOLATILITY IN PLAY, OLLI, DG, LULU UNUSUAL OPTIONS ACTIVITY IN BBWI, PLTK, CLB, COUR WHEN TO ACT AND WHEN TO WAIT TO ACT ON SELLING OPTIONS FOR TAX PURPOSES WHAT’S ON OUR RADAR FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND MUCH MORE THIS EPISODE OF THE OPTION BLOCK BROUGHT TO YOU BY TASTYTRADE.
01:00:1604/12/2023
VV 561: Slinging Vol Under The Influence of Cold Medicine

VV 561: Slinging Vol Under The Influence of Cold Medicine

On this episode Mark, The Rock Lobster and Russell Rhoads break down all of the action in the volatility market. Warning - one or more of them might be hopped up on Nyquil! Hilarity ensues. Enjoy!
01:02:0601/12/2023
TWIFO 379: Lets Talk About Metals, Energy and Ags

TWIFO 379: Lets Talk About Metals, Energy and Ags

On this episode we are joined by: CARLEY GARNER, SENIOR ANALYST AND BROKER, DECARLEY TRADING Mark and Carley discuss interesting options activity, volatility and skew changes in the following products: Nat Gas WTI Silver Soybean Oil Corn Chicago Wheat  and more...
56:2101/12/2023