

Volatility Views
The Options Insider Radio Network
Volatility Views is the premier radio program for volatility traders. With leading industry guests and detailed analysis of volatility products, this program takes you inside the world of volatility trading like never before. If you are an experienced options trader looking to expand your understanding of volatility, or if you are simply curious about VIX and other volatility products, then this is the program for you.
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Sep 13, 2024 • 60min
Volatility Views 599: Riding the Vol Roller Coaster
On this episode of Volatility Views, we break down the volatility products this week including VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX. We also discuss election volatility, whether it is time for another broken winged butterfly in VIX, what will happen to the markets after the Fed meeting next week, and much more. Plus, we predict where VIX will be next week in our popular crystal ball segment. With your hosts, Mark Longo from The Options Insider Media Group Andrew Giovinazzi from The Option Pit Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University

Sep 6, 2024 • 1h
Volatility Views 598: We're Afraid Mode
On this episode of Volatility Views, we break down the volatility products this week including VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX. We also discuss what's the best way to trade VIX butterflies and how to accurately evaluate historic volatility vs. implied in an ETF following a big change in their holding. Plus, we predict where VIX will be next week in our popular crystal ball segment. With your hosts, Mark Longo from The Options Insider Media Group Andrew Giovinazzi from The Option Pit Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University

Aug 30, 2024 • 1h 2min
Volatility Views 597: A Super Goodly Profitable VIX Trade
On this episode of Volatility Views, we break down the volatility products this week including VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX. We also discuss Brian's surprise modified butterfly VIX trade. Plus, we predict where VIX will be next week in our popular crystal ball segment. With your hosts, Mark Longo from The Options Insider Media Group Andrew Giovinazzi from The Option Pit Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Brian Overby from The Options Playbook

Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 3min
Volatility Views 596: Confused and Scared by VIX Options
On this episode of Volatility Views, we break down the volatility products this week including VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX. Plus, we predict where VIX will be next week in our popular crystal ball segment. With your hosts, Mark Longo from The Options Insider Media Group Mark Sebastian from The Option Pit Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University

Aug 16, 2024 • 60min
Volatility Views 595: The Historic Death of Volatility
On this episode of Volatility Views, we break down the volatility products in both the domestic and international markets this week including VIX, VXX, VVIX, UVXY, SVIX, UVIX. Analyzing the weekly VIX options activity Discussing the flight from 0DTE options in SPX during the recent selloff. What impact did 0DTE have on the recent volatility? Believing UVIX likely to suffer if Sept remains so low compared to Oct when Sept takes over as the front month. Plus, we predict where VIX will be next week in our popular crystal ball segment. With your hosts, Mark Longo from The Options Insider Media Group Mark Sebastian from The Option Pit Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Noel Smith from Convex Asset Management & Tanius Technology

Aug 9, 2024 • 58min
Volatility Views 594: Lessons Learned from a Wild Week
In this insightful discussion, Mark Sebastian from Option Pit and Russell Rhoads of the Kelley School of Business dive into the recent chaos in the volatility markets. They unpack the startling spike of the VIX cash hitting 65 and share strategies employed by SVIX to manage risks using VIX calls. Expect trading insights on products like UVIX and predictions for the future of VIX, all delivered with a blend of humor and expertise. It's a rollercoaster of market analysis that promises both education and entertainment!

Aug 2, 2024 • 1h 18min
Volatility Views 593: Emergency Early Broadcast
On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business They discuss: What's going on in these crazy volatile markets Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Is it a good time for butterflies in VIX? Calendars? Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX and much more...

Jul 26, 2024 • 1h 4min
Volatility Views 592: Massively Unchanged
On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Russell's UVIX weekend trade Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX and VSTOXX and much more...

Jul 19, 2024 • 1h 7min
Volatility Views 591: Historic Weekend Risk
On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business Eurex Hot Seat: Stefan Schlamp, Deutsche Borse They discuss: Election volatility in the US The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX HFT in the market and recent trends Russell's UVIX weekend trade Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX and VSTOXX and much more...

Jul 12, 2024 • 1h 3min
Volatility Views 590: Small Cap Mania
On this episode Mark is joined by: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University They discuss: Small cap volatility this week The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX and VSTOXX and much more...