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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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35:07

The Futures Rundown 49: Is Gold in a Bubble?

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/09/24

Mark and guest Brett Friedman from Winhall Risk Analytics and OptionMetrics discuss the dynamics of the futures markets, particularly focusing on precious metals like gold, silver, and platinum. They delve into the recent performance trends, debate if gold is in a bubble, and analyze its behavior as a market fear gauge. Additionally, the episode covers year-to-date movers across various commodities, including feeder cattle, palladium, and uranium, as well as those that have decreased in value like

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15:57

The Hot Options Report: 09-24-2025

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2025/09/24

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark provides a detailed analysis of the day's key options activity for Wednesday, September 24th. The report covers a range of products dominating the options chains, including VIX, SPY, SPX, small caps, Nasdaq, single names such as Palantir, AMD, Alibaba, Micron, Amazon, Apple, Intel, Open, Nvidia, and Tesla. Each segment highlights the most notable contracts traded, their pricing, and market implications. 00:00 Introduction 01:29 Hot Options Report:

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37:09

Options Boot Camp 357: Let's Get Exotic With Chooser...

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2025/09/24

In this episode of Options Bootcamp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the different types of chooser options including European, American, Bermuda, asymmetric, forward start, compound, and even rainbow chooser options. They discuss the use cases for each type, such as in pharmaceuticals, commodity hedging, and trading around significant financial events. Finally, the hosts take listener questions and share career advice for aspiring professional traders. 00:39 Welcome to Options Bootcamp

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17:17

The Hot Options Report: 09-23-2025

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2025/09/23

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark delves into the day's most significant developments in the options market for Tuesday, September 23rd. The focus is on key instruments like VIX, SPY, SPX, small caps, QQQ, and various single stocks, including AMD, Micron, Plug Power, Intel, Palantir, Apple, Amazon, Tesla, and Nvidia. Listen to detailed insights about trading volumes, striking prices, and expected market movements. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:26 Hot Options Report Overview

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30:18

The Crypto Rundown 291: Bitcoin's Bearish Turn

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2025/09/23

In this episode, Mark dives deep into the latest trends and trading activities across the crypto derivatives market. The show covers Bitcoin, Ethereum, and a variety of altcoins such as Solana, XRP, Doge, and more. Market volatility, trading volumes, and liquidity are discussed, along with specific trading insights, like the impact of recent Federal Reserve actions on market movements. The show highlights key statistics, popular trades, and shifts in market sentiment. 00:00 Introduction and

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16:10

The Hot Options Report: 09-22-2025

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2025/09/22

This episode of the Hot Options Report provides an in-depth analysis of the most impactful options activity for Monday, September 22nd. Mark Longo breaks down significant trades in major market segments including VIX, SPY, SPX, and single names like Apple, Nvidia, and Tesla. The episode also highlights standout trades such as the November 50 VIX calls, SPY 666 calls, and notable activities in smaller cap names. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:02 Hot Options Report Overview 02:35 VIX Land

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59:24

The Option Block 1408: Blue Horseshoe Loves The Sweet...

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2025/09/22

In this episode, Mark Longo, along with "Uncle" Mike Tosaw and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, delves into various aspects of the options market. The episode covers unusual activity in stocks like Goodyear and Smurfit, NVDA's surprising market moves despite heavy spending, and broader market dynamics including all-time highs in S&P and precious metals. Uncle Mike provides valuable insights on maintaining trading discipline and navigating market pitfalls. The show includes a discussion on the

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16:05

The Hot Options Report: 09-19-2025

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2025/09/19

In this episode of the Hot Options Report on the Options Insider Radio Network, Mark provides insights into the fast-moving options market for Friday, September 19th, the end of Fed Week. He discuss the low activity in VIX options, contrasting with high trading volumes in SPY, QQQ, and certain equities like AMD, SoFi, Amazon, MicroStrategy, and Tesla. The episode also highlights popular options trades, including notable calls and puts. 00:26 Welcome to the Hot Options Report 00:56 Public:

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01:02:34

Volatility Views 648: Fed Aftermath and Alien...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/09/19

Mark Longo, Scott Nations (Nations Indexes) and Andrew Giovinazzi (The Option Pit), provide comprehensive analyses on recent volatility developments, including the Federal Reserve's rate decisions and their market impacts. They discuss various volatility indices, trading strategies, and notable market movements. 01:03 Welcome to Volatility Views 02:23 Market Analysis 07:46 Volatility Review and Analysis 17:12 VIX Futures and Options Insights 33:26 Top VIX Options of the Week 37:02 Unusual VIX

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56:35

TWIFO 466: Laughing at Danger in Gold, Crude Oil and...

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2025/09/18

This episode delves into the latest trends and key actions in various futures markets, focusing particularly on the impact of recent Fed decisions. Mark Longo alongside guest Carley Garner (DeCarley Trading), cover volatility in gold, silver, WTI crude oil, and livestock markets. They analyze significant moves, trade volumes, and option activities in these sectors, and provide insights into potential trading strategies. They also touch on the unusual behavior of gold and the introduction of Friday

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17:26

The Hot Options Report: 09-18-2025

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2025/09/18

In this episode, Mark covers the key movements in the options market for Thursday, September 18th, following the Fed's market intervention. Notably, VIX activity tallies at three-quarters of a million contracts, while SPY options explode with 13.1 million contracts due to dividend impact. SPX options also see significant action with 4.5 million contracts, while QQQ and single names like Amazon, Apple, MicroStrategy, and Palantir exhibit heightened activity. The top spot for daily activity is

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01:01:47

The Option Block 1407: Perilous Markets and Shady Paper

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2025/09/18

In this episode, Mark Longo along with co-hosts "Uncle" Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) and Henry "The Flow Master" Schwartz (Cboe), dive deep into recent market trends and unusual options activity. They discusses significant topics such as the recent Fed rate cut, its market implications, and notable trades in companies like Krispy Kreme, Intel, and Grab Holdings. They also explore the dynamics affecting market sentiment, including the role of flex options and recent regulatory

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51:54

The European Market Brief 9: Continental Dividends:...

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2025/09/18

This episode delves into the world of European dividends and the specialized futures and options markets used to trade them. Host Mark Longo is joined by Dr. Russell Rhoads (Indiana University), Lorena Dishnica (Head of Dividend Products, Eurex), and Sahand Taghizadeh (Head of Investable Stocks Benchmarks, STOXX). Key Differences: Unlike the U.S. with its quarterly payments and buyback culture, Europe favors annual dividends, with a "dividend season" in spring/summer. Dividend Futures: Eurex

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37:29

The Futures Rundown 48: Did the Fed Just Kill Gold?

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/09/18

In this episode, Mark breaks down the impact of the latest Federal Reserve rate cut on various futures markets. With guest John Seguin from Market Taker Mentoring, they discuss the market's reaction to the Fed's quarter-point rate cut and subsequent hints at future rate reductions. The conversation covers the performance of various assets, including precious metals like gold and silver, as well as the volatility in agricultural products and softs such as sugar and coffee. They also delve into the

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19:18

The Hot Options Report: 09-17-2025

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2025/09/18

In this episode, Mark discusses the most active options markets for Wednesday, September 17th, also known as 'Fed Day'. Key highlights include a quarter-point rate cut by the Fed and its market implications. The report provides detailed insights into the VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, and QQQ options markets, including their trading volumes, closing prices, and notable options contracts. Additionally, major single names such as SoFi, Snap, AMD, Amazon, Getty, Apple, Palantir, Open, Tesla, and Nvidia are

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43:53

Options Boot Camp 356: Covered Calls, Video Games and...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/09/18

In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli discuss different options strategies such as covered calls, cash secured puts, and the wheel strategy. They also touch on the growing interest in exotic options and the role of flex options in recent volume spikes. Other topics include the importance of technical indicators for covered calls, the role of various options exchanges, and the potential for gamified options trading education. Additionally, they address listener questions ranging from

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07:55

Options Playbook 457: How to Play the All-Time Highs...

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2025/09/16

On this episode Brian breaks down a GLD Butterfly: GLD SPDR Gold Trust: $338.75 (up 3.09%), GLD Long Open-Wing Butterfly: Debit Mid $3.00 Leg 1: Buy to Open, 1, 2025-09-19, Strike 345.00, PUT Leg 2: Sell to Open, 2, 2025-09-19, Strike 339.00, PUT Leg 3: Buy to Open, 1, 2025-09-19, Strike 337.00, PUT Max Risk: $300 per 1x2x1 Spread Executed Max Reward: $300 per 1x2x1 O-W Butterfly Established

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20:23

The Hot Options Report: 09-16-2025 - VIX Explodes...

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2025/09/16

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark dives into the most active options trades and market activities occurring on September 16th, the first day of the Fed meeting. Key highlights include explosive trading volume in VIX options, significant activities in S&P 500 (SPX), Nasdaq (QQQ), and Russell 2000 (Small Caps). The show also breaks down heavy options trades in single names such as Wolfspeed (WOLF), BigBear.ai (BBAI), Alibaba (BABA), JD.com, Amazon (AMZN), Oracle (ORCL), OPEN, Apple

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41:28

The Crypto Rundown 290: Crypto Is Triggering Our...

The Options Insider Radio Network ·

2025/09/16

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, hosts Mark Longo and Greg Magadini from Amberdata delve into the latest trading activity, trends, and developments in the world of crypto derivatives. The podcast focuses on the significant movements in Bitcoin and Ethereum markets, including volatility, option volumes, and skew. The conversation also explores the potential impacts of the upcoming FOMC rate decision on various digital assets. Greg shares his strategy on selling volatility in Bitcoin and

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18:15

The Hot Options Report: 09-15-2025

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2025/09/15

This episode of the Hot Options Report, hosted by Mark Longo, delivers a comprehensive summary of the day's most explosive options activity. Kicking off a new week and with the Federal Reserve announcement on the horizon, the market saw a tale of two halves: a hot start followed by a quieter close. 00:00 Welcome 00:54 Public: Cost-Effective Options Trading 02:21 VIX Options: A Hot Day 03:25 SPY and SPX: Mixed Performance 05:10 Small Caps: Explosive Activity 07:19 The Qs: A Normal Day 07:54 Single

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