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The Option Block

The Options Insider Radio Network

The Option Block All-Star Panel breaks down the latest developments in the options market, analyzes unusual options activity, explains cutting-edge options strategies, answers listener questions and much more. Whether you"re an active options trader or just getting started in the options market, The Option Block will keep you informed and entertained.

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58:36

The Option Block 1401: Madness Abounds in RIG, INTC,...

The Option Block ·

2025/08/26

Host: Mark Longo - The Options Insider Cohosts: Uncle Mike Tosaw - St. Charles Wealth Management and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi - The Option Pit On today's episode, during The Trading Block segment, we analyze a trading day marked by low volatility and a pause in major indexes after a "drunken rally" last Friday. We discuss the top options activity in VIX, SPY, and other major indexes, and break down the top 10 most active single-name stocks, including surprising movements in Tesla, Open,

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01:03:45

The Option Block 1400: The Great Meta AI Options...

The Option Block ·

2025/08/22

The panel discusses the current state of the market, including a week of "red" for the major indices and a corresponding increase in volatility. The episode features a deep dive into unusual options activity, including a mysterious buyer in Unity Software and a vertical call spread in Select Quote. A conspiracy theory about AI engineers making a fortune in the options market is also debated by the hosts. The show wraps up with a look at upcoming earnings reports and a discussion on whether listeners

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54:24

The Option Block 1399: Rolling the Bones on Cheapie...

The Option Block ·

2025/08/18

Mark Longo and Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management cover dense VIX trading activity, recent movements in tech stocks like Apple and Nvidia, and notable option trades in low-priced stocks (Hive, IPA, and IQ). Uncle Mike shares insights on order types and their importance in trading, along with updates on the Triple Income and Strategic Night portfolios. Key discussions also include the impact of geopolitical events and government interventions on the stock market. The episode

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01:00:08

The Option Block 1398: We Must Break You!!!

The Option Block ·

2025/08/14

In this episode of The Option Block, the host Mark Longo, along with guests Henry "The FlowMaster" Schwartz from Cboe and "Uncle" Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management, delve into current market dynamics influenced by inflation data, Fed rate cuts, and significant movements in stocks like Apple, AMD, and Nvidia. They also explore unusual options activity in stocks like Equinox Gold and Amplitude, revealing intriguing trading strategies and market sentiments. The discussion includes the

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54:17

The Option Block 1397: BMNR Runs Wild!!

The Option Block ·

2025/08/11

In this episode of Options Insider Radio Network, host Mark Longo along with co-hosts Uncle Mike Tosaw and the Rock Lobster Andrew Giovinazzi, discuss various aspects of the options market including unusual activity alerts, market analysis, and strategy overviews. They delve into specific stocks like SoundHound AI, MicroStrategy, and Palantir, and analyze call and put options on stocks like Verastem, Hudson Pacific Properties, and On Holding AG. The episode features trivia on 80s trivia and ends

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10:49

The Option Block 1396: The FlowMaster Spotlight on...

The Option Block ·

2025/08/04

In this special episode of The Option Block, Henry "The FlowMaster" Schwartz discuss the recent market selloff and its impact on various sectors. He delves into factors such as rough earnings moves by Amazon and Coinbase, as well as the VIX index behavior, including a detailed analysis from a newly published white paper on VIX decomposition. Specific unusual trading activities in Bristol Myers and Momentum Holdings are also highlighted. The episode provides listeners with an in-depth look at the

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01:01:59

The Option Block 1395: Hot Earnings Action in MSFT,...

The Option Block ·

2025/07/31

In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo and his all-star panel including Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management and Henry 'The Flowmaster' Schwartz from Cboe discuss various topics related to the options market. The show covers a wide range of issues such as reactions to Microsoft and Meta's impressive earnings, interesting call buys in lesser-known stocks like Coursera and Freshworks, and detailed breakdowns of recent unusual options activity. Listener polls on trading

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57:29

The Option Block 1394: Playing Cribbage and Slinging...

The Option Block ·

2025/07/28

In this episode, host Mark Longo along with his co-hosts Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi (The Option Pit) and "Uncle" Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) dive into the latest trends and activity in the options market. The hosts analyze feedback from their audience on recent trades and trends, including an in-depth look at options activity for names like MicroStrategy, Alphabet, Amazon, and more. They also examine recent earnings reports and make future predictions. The Odd Block segment

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59:20

The Option Block 1393: Trade Options and Eat Your...

The Option Block ·

2025/07/24

In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo and his co-hosts Henry Schwartz (Cboe Global Markets) and Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) discuss the latest trends in the options market, including a surprising dip in VIX to a 14 handle and a spike in Mara. The team also delves into unusual activity in the stocks like Bloom Energy (BE) and Opendoor Technologies (OPEN), which has experienced significant volatility. Subsequent discussions include how various economic indicators and

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56:25

The Option Block 1392: Open Turns the Options Market...

The Option Block ·

2025/07/21

In this episode of the Option Block, Mark Longo, Mike Tosaw & Andrew Giovinazzi dive into the unique activity in the options market, highlighted by unexpected leaders such as Opendoor Technologies. The discussion includes the current state of VIX and the intriguing rise of CX. Also, they cover actionable insights on protecting portfolios with puts, adjusting to new all-time highs in the S&P 500, and a trivia challenge with surprising results. Listener engagement is key with multiple polls, and the

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01:01:45

The Option Block 1391: A Wild Day in LCID, OPEN, QS,...

The Option Block ·

2025/07/17

In this episode, the hosts, including Mark Longo and Henry Schwartz from Cboe, delve into a wide range of topics related to the options market. They discuss the current state of major indices and the VIX, including active trades and market trends such as the unusual activity in QuantumScape (QS), Neo (NIO), and other single names. The episode highlights the significant role of zero-day-to-expiry (DTE) options in today's market, especially in SPX and SPY trading. They also cover earnings reports

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55:14

The Option Block 1390: The Revenge of Kodak

The Option Block ·

2025/07/14

The latest kicks off with host Mark Longo, joined by co-hosts Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management, and Andrew 'The Rock Lobster' Giovinazzi from The Option Pit. The show delves into market activities, touching on various significant updates, including the potential surge in EQT and the unusual movement in Eastman Kodak's options. A strategy block session by Uncle Mike discusses optimal trading spreads for high and low volatility conditions, and the episode rounds off with key

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01:02:08

The Option Block 1389: Soaring to New Heights

The Option Block ·

2025/07/10

This episode of The Option Block, is hosted by Mark Longo from the Options Insider Media Group, and features guest hosts, including Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management and Henry 'The Flowmaster' Schwartz from Cboe. The hosts dive into various trending topics in the options market, such as unusual activity alerts, market analysis, strategy overviews, listener questions, and more. The session includes insights on major trades in VIX, SPY, small caps, and the hot tech stocks like

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56:33

The Option Block 1388: CORZ Craziness and Big ETH Boosts

The Option Block ·

2025/07/07

In this episode, Mark Longo, Andrew Giovinazzi (The Option Pit) and Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) delve into the latest happenings in the options market. The show covers a variety of segments including unusual options activity, such as the sizable trades in Clover Health Investments and Bit Digital. The discussion spans market trends, notably the recent market pullback likely influenced by tariff news and possible market reactions to political maneuvers. Uncle Mike shares a strategy

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33:44

The Option Block Special: VIX and The Spice Girls - A...

The Option Block ·

2025/07/03

This episode provides a comprehensive midyear update on various trading topics and audience polls from 2024 through mid-2025. The discussions include insights into asset classes with potential upside in 2025, audience preferences on trading volatility, crypto, equities, and fixed income. The episode also covers detailed poll results on various specific trade setups involving VIX, specific stocks like Palantir, Nvidia, Apple, and some niche trades in lesser-known stocks. The episode explores the

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59:09

The Option Block 1387: Is the Market Drinking the...

The Option Block ·

2025/06/26

In this episode, the hosts dive deep into various market activities and the options landscape. They kick off discussing VIX trends, with Uncle Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) anxiously monitoring for an all-time high in the S&P 500. Flowmaster Henry Schwartz (Cboe) analyzes unusual options activity in Rocket Labs, Sunrun, and Citi, giving insights into recent call buying patterns and market movements. Listener polls on VIX options and market reactions to the Middle East conflict are

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57:05

The Option Block 1386: Fading Vol and Hoarding CRCL

The Option Block ·

2025/06/23

In this episode of the Option Block, host Mark Longo and co-hosts "Uncle" Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi from Option Pit discuss the latest market trends and unusual options activity. The team delves into the market's reaction to U.S. involvement in a Middle Eastern conflict and debates its impact on volatility. They also analyze trading activity in names like Zeta Global Holdings, Appian Corp, and others, while offering strategies for

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58:12

The Option Block 1385: China Bulls and Fading Middle...

The Option Block ·

2025/06/16

This episode of the Option Block kicks off with the hosts Mark Longo, Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management, and Andrew ‘the Rock Lobster’ Giovinazzi from The Option Pit discuss the impact of the recent Middle East conflict on the market. They note that markets are rallying despite the conflict, suggesting a 'fade the spike' approach might have been profitable. The show then delves into unusual options activities, including large trades in BEKE, ADM, and BILI, indicating bullish

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01:01:21

The Option Block 1384: Death Matches and Apocalypse...

The Option Block ·

2025/06/12

This episode of The Option Block dives deep into various facets of the options market. The hosts discuss the latest market trends, the impact of macroeconomic factors, and notable unusual options activity. Highlight segments include a debate on the preferred terminology of 'ratio spread' versus 'back spread' and the critical choice of the best asset in an apocalyptic scenario (gold, diamonds, Bitcoin, or bullets). The show also features discussions on recent significant trades in VIX, Rocket

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56:19

The Option Block 1383: Revenge of the Meme Kids -...

The Option Block ·

2025/06/09

This episode of the Option Block covers a variety of topics in the options market. Hosts Mark Longo, Uncle Mike Tosaw and Andrew 'the Rock Lobster' Giovinazzi discuss the latest trends, including VIX fluctuations, significant moves in stocks like Nvidia and Palantir, and unusual activity in names such as Warner Brothers Discovery and Joby Aviation. Additionally, the show features a lighthearted 80s trivia segment, a strategy block focusing on diversification within a stock portfolio, and listener

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