The Options Insider Radio Network

In this episode of The Option Block, the hosts delve into the recent trends and record-breaking volumes in the options market. Mark Longo, Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz, and "Uncle" Mike Tosaw discuss the remarkable 1.17 billion contracts traded in May 2025 and the factors behind this surge. They analyze trading activity in companies like Unity Software, Kraft Heinz, and Chipotle, highlighting notable options trades and market movements. The episode also explores Tesla's downside activity and the implications of macroeconomic factors on market volatility. Additionally, the hosts address listener questions about the highest volume days and weeks in options trading history. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:04 Meet the Hosts and Co-Hosts & Kicking Off the Option Block Show 06:02 Market Analysis and Trends 14:51 Trading Volume and Market Activity 27:00 Apple Trade Poll Results 27:17 Palantir's Market Impact 28:51 Amazon's Cloud Investment 30:01 Tesla's Market Movements 30:27 Analyzing Tesla Puts 34:01 Unity Software's Volatility 39:34 Kraft Heinz Market Analysis 41:45 Kratos Defense Insights 44:19 Chipotle's Market Performance 47:43 Mail Block: Listener Questions 50:14 Around the Block: Market Watch

We are joined in the Southern Studio at OIC 2025 by: Steve Quirk, Chief Brokerage Officer at Robinhood.  Mark and Steve discuss: How Robinhood's clientele is handling these extremely volatile markets.  Should EVERTHING trade 24/7? What is the best way to expand 0DTE into the equity options realm? How do you get the tiktok generation to engage with detailed options education? and much more...

Join the Wide World of Options show as we hit the road again for great conversations with some of the industry’s most-recognized names. In this all-new episode, host Mark Benzaquen talks with Steve Sosnick of Interactive Brokers and Joe Mazzola of Schwab about the state of the options industry, volatility opportunities and roadblocks, and recent marketplace innovations. 

In this episode, Mark Longo and guest Dan Gramza discuss current hot topics in futures trading, including the complexities of the 10-Year Note contract specs, the impact of tariffs on the global market, and the performance of various futures contracts ranging from metals like gold and silver to agricultural products like oats and soybeans. They also delve into intriguing market movements, from the resilience of the stock market to the drop in volatility and the perplexing activity in oats. A brief light humor ensues, discussing personal anecdotes relating to unexpected market behaviors like a rare dust storm in Chicago. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:55 Discussing the 10-Year Note 02:52 Options Insider Radio Network Introduction 03:59 Futures Rundown Overview 07:19 Top Movers and Shakers in Futures 07:58 In-Depth Analysis of Specific Futures 19:55 Agricultural Market Insights 25:33 Dust Storm and Local Crop Impact 28:52 Most Active Futures Contracts 31:11 Market Activity Overview 31:29 Interest Rates and Market Uncertainty 33:41 Year-to-Date Movers: Top Performers 34:47 Gold and Central Bank Demand 39:10 Year-to-Date Movers: Biggest Losers 42:29 Lithium and Emerging Battery Technologies 44:36 Concluding Thoughts and Future Topics

In this episode of Options Bootcamp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli discuss the latest developments in the options market, including a significant increase in options trading volume and the role of retail traders. They address recent volume statistics from the Options Clearing Corporation, showcasing substantial growth in April and May. The episode delves into the upcoming potential of zero-DTE options on the 'Mag 7' stocks, with listener opinions divided on their enthusiasm. Dan shares his insights on trading strategies like calendars and verticals, and the hosts also address listener questions on inverse volatility products and fundamental analysis in trading. A special highlight includes the recognition of listener loyalty by rewarding Madam Gigi in their monthly giveaway.   01:03 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 01:53 Meet the Hosts: Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli 03:28 Listener Engagement and Pro Membership Perks 05:36 Options Market Performance Insights 16:02 Mail Call: Listener Questions and Poll Results 19:27 Exploring VIX Calls and Market Sentiments 21:26 Crypto Preferences and Apocalyptic Scenarios 23:36 Revisiting Nvidia vs. Palantir Debate 26:55 Fundamental Analysis in Options Trading 28:35 The Popularity of Options Trading 29:44 Inverse VIX Products and Calendar Trades 32:25 Listener Engagement and Community Love

Matt and Mark have a great live episode of The Advisors Option from OIC 2025 where we get the buzz about: The raging debate about 0DTE equity options Should we be able to buy and sell stop loss orders? Why are options trading algos so predictable? What is going on with this options explosion? What is going on with the state of options education? and much more...

In this episode, host Mark Longo is joined by guests Russell Rhodes (Indiana University Kelley School of Business), Damien Zinck (Eurex), and Nick Cassano (Tradier) to delve into the dynamic world of European derivatives markets. The discussion encompasses various aspects such as the Euro STOXX 50 index, DAX futures, VSTOXX volatility index, and innovative trading strategies like one-by-two call spreads. The episode highlights the impact of market volatility driven by global trade wars and geopolitical factors on European markets. The experts also share insights into sector-specific futures and the growing interest in European derivatives among US investors.   01:22 Welcome to the European Market Brief 02:31 Episode Two Kickoff and Guest Introductions 07:26 Diving into the Euro Stocks 50 13:51 Exploring the DAX and Micro Contracts 17:42 Trading Strategies and Leverage in Futures 18:58 Understanding VSTOXX and Volatility 27:34 VSTOXX vs VIX: A Comparative Analysis 28:26 European Derivatives Market: Current Trends 29:13 Impact of Trade Wars and Geopolitics 36:20 Sector Futures and Trading Opportunities 42:33 Volatility Trading Strategies 46:07 Listener Feedback and Closing Remarks

This episode of The Crypto Rundown dives into the latest trends and developments in the world of crypto derivatives markets. Mark is joined by Greg Magadini from Amberdata to discuss topics such as market volatility, options trading on Bitcoin, ETH's recent performance, the Gamma Zone concept, and listener questions about favorite trading vehicles. Notable mentions include the Solana futures on CME, corporate treasury allocations to crypto, the Circle IPO, and analysis of trading activity in IBIT, BITO, and other cryptocurrencies. Listeners are encouraged to engage in a poll about their preferred Bitcoin trading strategies and access comprehensive blockchain data through AmberData.   01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 04:24 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 08:02 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 11:52 Trading Bitcoin: Tools and Strategies 18:37 Altcoin Universe: Beyond Bitcoin 21:40 Exploring Dealer Positioning and Gamma Zones 22:07 Term Structure and Market Sentiment 22:41 Risk Assets and Crypto Tech Play 24:17 Volatility and Ethereum ETF Speculations 30:00 Altcoin Market Analysis 34:44 Crypto Questions and Audience Poll 37:18 AmberData and Closing Remarks

In this episode, host Mark Longo is joined by co-hosts "Uncle Mike" Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management and Andrew "the Rock Lobster" Giovanazzi from Option Pit. They discuss various aspects of the current options market, including unusual activity alerts, market analysis, and strategies. The show kicks off with a lively and contentious eighties trivia challenge, setting a spirited tone for the episode. Key topics include a detailed look at the AI phenomenon affecting tech stocks like Google Class A, Amazon, and Nvidia. They also delve into specific trades in stocks like UnitedHealth and their broader implications. Uncle Mike discusses the importance of having a plan when dealing with high-volatility trades and explains his cautious approach despite being a noted bull. The episode finishes with a preview of upcoming earnings, including household names like Dollar General and Cracker Barrel, and a thorough examination of ongoing options activity. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Information 01:25 Meet the Hosts 03:13 80s Trivia Challenge 07:26 Market Analysis and Trading Insights 09:22 Drone Stocks and Market Reactions 15:20 Energy and Technology Sector Highlights 19:24 VIX and Single Stock Options Activity 25:44 Tech Stocks Performance Overview 26:09 Meta's AI Announcement and Market Reaction 26:52 Core Weave Deal and AI Dominance 27:47 Apple and Other Tech Giants 28:43 Palantir vs. Nvidia: A Market Poll 29:59 Earnings Highlights and Market Trends 31:24 Unusual Options Activity: The Odd Block 44:01 Strategy Insights: Hedging and Market Volatility 49:18 Market Watch and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo, Andrew Giovinazzi & Russell Rhoads dive deep into the current state of the volatility market. They discuss the day's market movements influenced by unpredictable tweets from Trump and their impact on volatility indices like VIX. The episode covers the rare occurrence of contango in VIX futures above a 20 handle, current VIX call and put positions, and weekly VIX options activity. The hosts also explore the performance and strategies involving inverse volatility products like SVIX. Listener engagement includes a debate on zero-day options and popular TV shows like 'Breaking Bad' vs. 'The Sopranos.'   01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 02:02 Meet the Hosts 04:24 Volatility Review 04:57 Market Reactions and Analysis 13:02 Volatility Futures Discussion 26:26 VIX Options and Trading Strategies 31:17 Top VIX Strikes and Market Sentiment 32:01 Russell's Weekly Rundown 32:24 Weekly VIX Options Analysis 41:09 Inverse Volatility Products Discussion 52:59 Listener Polls and Questions 55:37 Crystal Ball Predictions 58:36 Show Wrap-Up and Contact Information