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The Options Insider Radio Network
The Options Insider Radio Network is the premier audio destination for options traders. The network provides access to a vast array of popular programs including The Option Block, Options Boot Camp, The Advisors Option, The Long and Short of Futures Options, Volatility Views, Options Insider Radio and much more. Join the thousands around the globe who turn to The Options Insider Radio Network for options information, analysis and education.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 1min
The Option Block 1418: Bullets...The Ultimate Hedge!!
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management This episode dives into the latest trends and activities in the options market, featuring key discussions on AI spending by companies like Meta and Microsoft and its effects on their stock prices. The hosts analyze market movements, unusual trading activities, and speculate on the potential impact of upcoming earnings from major companies like Apple and Amazon. The show also covers listener opinions on whether current market valuations are sustainable, given the lofty PE ratios and potential bubble-like conditions. Additionally, the episode features some tips for monitoring market events in the coming days.

Oct 30, 2025 • 20min
The Futures Rundown 53: The Fed Strikes Again
In this episode, hosted by Mark Longo, listeners are guided through the complexities of the futures markets. The episode discusses top futures trading activities, including the recent impacts of rate cuts by Powell and Company. It highlights significant movements in high-grade copper, hard red winter wheat, soybean meal, heating oil, and more. The show also examines active trades and trends in the market, addressing items like the S&P 500 PE ratio and how geopolitical events influence trading decisions. The episode concludes with a question-answer session tackling listener inquiries and market trends.

Oct 29, 2025 • 40min
Options Boot Camp 362: Whistling Past the Graveyard
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring This episode covers listener questions about trading futures and the impact of recent Fed cuts on markets. Other topics include insights into fundamental vs. technical analysis, the lofty PE ratios of the S&P 500 and whether they signal market concerns, and a debate on whether we'll see more warrants issued after GameStop's recent move. The hosts also discuss their personal experiences and perspectives on trading futures and options.

Oct 29, 2025 • 18min
The Hot Options Report: 10-29-2025
This episode of the Hot Options Report covers the options market activity for Wednesday, October 29th, also known as Fed Day. Mark Longo discusses the performance and volume of key products including VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, QQQ, and several high-activity single stocks like Beyond Meat, SoFi, Microsoft, AMD, Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Palantir, Tesla, and Nvidia. The report highlights noteworthy options trades and overall market sentiment impacted by the Federal Reserve's actions, offering insights and discussing options chain movements for the day. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:07 VIX Market Analysis 01:52 SPY and SPX Market Insights 04:07 Small Caps and QQQ Overview 06:35 Single Name Equity Options 07:11 Top 10 Options Movers 17:09 Conclusion and Upcoming Shows

Oct 28, 2025 • 17min
The Hot Options Report: 10-28-2025
In today's episode of the Hot Options Report, host Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network recaps the notable movements in the options market for Tuesday, October 28th. Key highlights include the performance and trading volume of major indices and individual stocks such as VIX, SPY, and major companies like Nvidia, AMD, Amazon, PayPal, Nokia, Beyond Meat, Intel, SoFi, and Tesla. The episode delves into specific call and put options, contract volumes, and notable market activities. With detailed insights into a mostly green trading day, listeners are advised to stay tuned for continuous updates and trading strategies. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:51 Market Overview and Key Highlights 01:28 VIX and SPY Analysis 03:49 SPX and Small Caps Insights 05:14 NASDAQ and Single Name Equities 06:21 Top Movers: AMD, Amazon, and PayPal 09:09 AI Investments and Nokia's Surge 10:21 Beyond Meat and Strive Inc. Performance 12:13 Intel, SoFi, and Tesla Updates 14:33 Nvidia's New High and Conclusion

Oct 28, 2025 • 47min
The Crypto Rundown 294: Rushing Headlong Into Burning Buildings
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group GUEST: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital In this episode, Mark and Bill explore the crypto derivatives markets and look at trading strategies and current market trends. The discussion covers everything from Bitcoin and Ethereum performance, the high volatility of small cap tokens like Circle and BMNR, to the rise of new leveraged ETFs and Bitcoin treasury companies. Additionally, the episode offers trading strategies using options, and discusses the broader implications for investment advisors and individual traders.

Oct 28, 2025 • 14min
The Hot Options Report: 10-27-2025
In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo focuses on the significant movements in the options market for Monday, October 7th. Key highlights include notable activity in major indices such as VIX, SPY, and smaller names like Nvidia, Apple, and Qualcomm. The report covers trading volumes, price actions, and the most traded options contracts. Additionally, audience reactions via Twitter polls were discussed, providing insights into market sentiment. The episode also detailed hot options and their performance across various top individual stocks.

Oct 27, 2025 • 58min
The Option Block 1417: Relentless AI and Bitcoin Optimism
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo and his co-hosts discuss the current market rally and the impact of AI announcements, especially Qualcomm's recent surge. The team dives into unusual options activity, focusing on stocks like Huntsman Corp and the new Bitcoin treasury name, Strive Inc. They also analyze the role of volatility and discuss strategic adjustments made due to recent market conditions. The episode wraps up with a look at what to expect in the coming trading week, including key tech earnings and potential market movements.

Oct 24, 2025 • 13min
The Hot Options Report: 10-25-2025
Today's Hot Options Report provides a comprehensive overview of the key movements and trading activity in the options market on October 24th. Highlights include a significant drop in VIX, with the VIX cash closing at 16.37, down from around 25 the previous week. SPY ends the week positively up 0.8%, with notable trades in the 678 calls. The report covers strong activity in major indices like SPX and IWM, with SPX closing up 0.8% and the QQQs up 1.07%. Detailed analysis includes large option trades in stocks such as Palantir, Amazon, AMD, Intel, and Nvidia. The episode concludes with a look at Tesla's performance, noting heavy trading volumes. Listeners are invited to follow the program on various platforms and through the mobile app. 00:26 Welcome to the Hot Options Report 01:17 VIX Market Analysis 02:13 SPY and SPX Market Insights 03:54 Small Caps and NASDAQ Overview 05:19 Single Name Stocks Highlights 05:55 Top Options Trades of the Day 12:17 Conclusion and Sign-Off

Oct 24, 2025 • 1h 3min
Volatility Views 653: Russell's Microdosing Volatility
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business CO-HOST: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit GUEST: Scott Nations, Nations Indexes In this episode, we discuss the significant movements in volatility over the past week, including the aggressive sell-off in volatility and its causes. We also talk about the behavior of zero-DTE options and the influence of trading strategies on the market. The episode also covers the latest in VIX options trading, with a special segment on unusual trades, the current state of volatility ETPs, and predictions for the next week's volatility landscape.


