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The Options Insider Radio Network

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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28:44

Options Boot Camp 349: Forget 0DTE...Let's Talk About...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/30

This episode dives deep into Long-Term Equity Anticipation Securities (LEAPS) and their strategic use, particularly in stock substitution strategies. Hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) discuss the fundamental aspects of LEAPS, focusing on their sensitivity to volatility (Vega) rather than gamma, and explain how they can offer a more capital-efficient alternative to outright stock purchases. They elaborate on different strategies, such as using LEAPS for a synthetic covered

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15:40

The Hot Options Report: 07-30-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/30

In this episode, key highlights include increased activity in VIX options, SPY options nearing their average daily volume, and notable trades in small caps (IWM) and Nasdaq (QQQ). The episode wraps up with in-depth analysis of individual stocks such as Microsoft, Meta, and Nvidia, examining their options activity amidst ongoing earnings announcements. 01:04 Welcome to The Hot Options Report 02:41 VIX Options Activity 03:50 SPY Options Highlights 04:24 S&P 500 (The SPX) Options Insights 05:06 Small

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17:05

The Hot Options Report: 07-29-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/29

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo dives into the latest trends and unusual activities in the options market as of Tuesday, July 29th. Key discussions include significant volume spikes in VIX options with over a million contracts, a detailed breakdown of active trades in SPY, S&P 500, small caps, and NASDAQ, and unusual large-volume trades in specific equities like Palantir, Alphabet, Apple, SoFi, Tesla, AMD, and Nvidia. Additionally, the episode spotlights some curious trades in

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37:46

The Crypto Rundown 284: Buying Pizza on PayPal with...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/28

In this episode, host Mark Longo dives into the dynamic world of crypto derivatives, focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins. Joined by Bill Uliveri from Cenacle Capital Management, they discuss market trends, recent developments, and trading strategies. Key highlights include PayPal's enabling of Bitcoin payments, Ethereum's impressive resurgence, the evolving market cap rankings with XRP overtaking Tether, and Bill’s investment strategies using cash-secured puts in IBIT and Circle. The

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16:04

The Hot Options Report: 07-28-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/28

This episode of The Hot Options Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the most active options in the market. Key highlights include insights into VIX options with 25,000 of the August 18 puts traded, SPY options with 728,000 of the 638 calls, and QQQ options with 372,000 of the 568 calls. Discussions also cover notable options activity in individual stocks such as Amazon, Alphabet, Open, SoFi, Intel, Palantir, SMCI, AMD, Nvidia, and Tesla. The episode emphasizes the significance of options

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57:29

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

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

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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16:10

The Hot Options Report: 07-25-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/25

In this episode, the discussion focuses on the week's dominant options activities up to Friday, July 25th. The episode highlights notable low activity in VIX options due to seasonal quiet periods, other notable stock activities including SPY, IWM, Nasdaq, and several individual stocks like Robinhood, Alphabet, Apple, AMD, and Nvidia. Furthermore, there's an emphasis on Tesla's return to high trading volumes with over 5.5 million contracts. 01:04 Welcome to the Hot Options Report 01:44 Exploring

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01:01:51

Volatility Views 641: Vol Dies With A Whimper

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/25

The latest episode of Volatility Views covers a wide range of volatility trading topics with Mark Longo and Russell Rhoads. The show covers the term structure of VIX futures, recent trades in VIX options, and the seasonality of volatility, especially as it relates to earnings season and its impact on the markets. Key trades in VIX options from the week are highlighted and analyzed. Additionally, the episode features listener questions, including strategies for trading VIX calls and dealing with the

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56:10

TWIFO 458: Shockingly Flat Skew in the Widow Maker

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/25

This episode of 'This Week in Futures Options' on the Options Insider Radio Network covers extensive details on various active commodities in the futures options market. The discussion begins with a breakdown of Nat Gas, analyzing its significant drop towards the three-handle and the activity around three puts and four calls. WTI's consistent trading around the 65 level and the potential implications are explored. Copper's tariff-driven surge and related options activity, including various put

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14:28

The Hot Options Report: 07-24-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/24

This episode of the Hot Options Report provides an in-depth review of the day's top options trading activity. The show highlights significant market activity for VIX, SPY, SPX, small caps, and NASDAQ. Listeners are informed about the most active options, including notable zero-day options and end-of-day summaries for various high-profile stocks such as Apple, Amazon, Intel, NVIDIA, and Tesla. Additionally, the episode discusses the surrounding market context, including earnings reports and

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59:20

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

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

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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46:12

The Futures Rundown 42: Is ETH the Comeback Story Of...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/24

In this episode of 'The Futures Rundown,' listeners are introduced to various insights and trends in the futures markets. The show covers the recent trends in the futures market, touching on key products like metals, agricultural commodities, and cryptocurrencies. Key highlights include silver's strong performance, a deep dive into Ethereum's remarkable turnaround, and discussions around the Commitment of Traders (COT) report. Additionally, there are segments where the hosts provide tips for

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39:26

Options Boot Camp 348: Meme Stock Revival and the...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/24

In this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive into a myriad of topics regarding options trading. They discuss educational resources available from the Options Insider Radio Network, followed by insights into current options market phenomena including meme stocks, a focus on Palantir and Circle options, and the risks and rewards of specific strategies like spreads and selling premium. They analyze listener questions on challenges facing options traders, including liquidity

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14:39

The Hot Options Report: 07-23-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/23

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, listeners receive a comprehensive breakdown of the day’s most active options markets. The show covers key metrics and trading activity for VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, and NASDAQ, highlighting the most notable contracts and market moves. The report also details the top 10 most active equity options, including MicroStrategy, Palantir, HIMS, AMD, Apple, Alphabet Class A, MARA, OPEN, Tesla, and Nvidia, with insights into their trading volumes and standout options

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01:07:01

The European Market Brief 6: Navigating Europe's...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/23

In episode six of the European Market Brief, host Mark Longo is joined by guests Russell Rhoads (Indiana University), Nicolae Raulet (Eurex), Shawn Creighton (FTSE Russell), and Sandra Brekalo (Crypto Finance) to discuss the latest trends in the European derivatives and crypto markets. The episode covers the rise of crypto futures and options, institutional interest in crypto, recent price movements in Bitcoin and Ethereum, regulatory developments in the US and Europe, as well as the impact of AI

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12:57

The Hot Options Report: 07-22-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/22

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, listeners are provided an in-depth analysis of the fast-moving options market. The report covers various key performance metrics for leading options including VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, and NASDAQ. For each, it discusses the trading volume and highlights the most active options contracts of the day. Noteworthy mentions include VIX's August 16 puts, SPY's 6/27 puts, and the NASDAQ's 561 calls. Additionally, it details the top 10 most active equity options:

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01:00:38

The Crypto Rundown 283: Why is it so Freaking...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/22

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo discusses the latest trends and developments in the crypto derivatives market. The episode features a deep dive into the performance of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, with insights into their market activity, volatility, and skew. Special guest Brandon Mulvihill, CEO of Crossover Markets, joins the show to discuss his firm's role in facilitating institutional trading in the digital asset space, the impact of

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56:25

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

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

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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18:03

The Hot Options Report: 07-21-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/21

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, the host provides a detailed analysis of the day's trading activities across various options markets, including VIX, SPY, and ES. Key highlights include a noteworthy underperformance in VIX options and near-average activity in SPY and ES. The segment also delves into high-volume trading in small caps, NASDAQ, and several individual stocks such as GameStop, Alphabet, Palantir, Robinhood, Amazon, AMD, Tesla, Apple, Nvidia, and a surprising top performer,

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16:37

The Hot Options Report: 07-18-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/07/18

On today's episode of The Hot Options Report, we break down the day's most active options flow and key market movers. We'll dive into the action on VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, QQQ, NVDA, TSLA, MSTR, OPEN, HOOD, AAPL, COIN, AMD, and MARA, PLTR, giving you the essential insights from the options market. Tune in for a quick, focused recap of today's hottest trades! All investing involves risk. Brokerage services for US listed securities, options and bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by

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