The Options Insider Radio Network

The Options Insider Radio Network
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Nov 12, 2025 • 56min

The European Market Brief 12: EU Deep Dive Plus the Mysteries of European Settlement

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider GUEST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University's Kelley School of Business GUEST: Philipp Schultze, Eurex GUEST: Ryan Pitylak, NinjaTrader This episode offers an in-depth look at the European derivatives markets. Topics discussed encompass differences between the European and U.S. market structures, the role of economic data, retail trading trends, European-style settlement origins, and the future outlook for European markets. The episode also addresses specific questions from listeners about the European crypto marketplace, warrants, and the term structure of VIX versus VSTOXX.
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Nov 11, 2025 • 12min

The Hot Options Report: 11-11-2025

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Get FREE options data at: TheHotOptionsReport.com In this episode, Mark reviews the day's trading activity in the options market for November 11. Key highlights include a mixed market performance with notable trading volumes in VIX, SPY, SPX, and IWM. Single name stocks like SMCI, Rivian, Pfizer, Palantir, Open, AMD, Core Weave, Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia are discussed with details on active options contracts and pricing.
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Nov 11, 2025 • 53min

The Crypto Rundown 296: Addicted to Crypto Volatility & TikTok Dances

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CO-HOST: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital Management In this episode, Mark and Bill discuss trading strategies involving Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies. They explore topics such as the use of technical analysis in crypto trading, the implications of leveraged ETFs, and the significance of volatility and skew in current market conditions. The episode also covers specific trading instruments like bit mining stocks (BMNR), Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA), Circle, and the newly launched Bitwise Solana staking ETF (BSOL). Additionally, they mention the impact of earnings reports, trading techniques for managing risk, and emerging products tied to digital assets. The show concludes with a brief touch on various altcoins and their recent performance.
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Nov 11, 2025 • 13min

Options Playbook Radio 460: Slinging 0DTE Butterflies in SPX

HOST: Brian Overby, Options Playbook Here is a Monday trade and a Friday expiration trade. Open-Wing Butterfly in SPX with either 0DTE (Nov 10) or Friday Nov 14th Buy 1 SPXW Nov 10th 6785 Strike Call Sell 2 SPXW Nov 10th 6800 Strike Call Buy 1 SPXW Nov 10th 6805 Strike Call
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Nov 10, 2025 • 13min

The Hot Options Report: 11-10-2025

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider In this episode, host Mark Longo provides a comprehensive review of the day's activities in the options market for Monday, November 10th. The episode covers major market movers such as VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, QQQ, and individual stocks like Strive Inc., Meta, Amazon, Apple, AMD, SoFi, Opendoor, Palantir, Tesla, and Nvidia. The discussion includes details on the hot options trades of the day, volume, and pricing information, as well as insights into overall market trends and performance. Get FREE options data: Go to TheHotOptionsReport.com
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Nov 10, 2025 • 56min

The Option Block 1421: Shutdown Rallies, MEME Earnings and Crazy Collars

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management CO-HOST: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit In this episode, the hosts discuss a variety of topics impacting the options market. Key discussions include the government shutdown and its effects, market analysis, strategy insights, listener questions, and notable trades of the day. They also highlight unusual activity in Comcast and VIP Shop Holdings, earnings previews, and strategic tips for managing options. The show provides a deep dive into the market dynamics, trading strategies, and options education, all while engaging listeners with trivia and light-hearted banter.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 14min

The Hot Options Report: 11-7-2025

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider This episode breaks down an absolutely wild Friday marked by massive options volume and a dramatic intraday market reversal. Today's Drama: Bulls vs. Bears The Reversal: Markets (SPY/S) fought back from a sharp morning sell-off to close fractionally positive, highlighting fierce dip-buying. QQQ closed in the red. Volume Surge: Options activity blew past the Average Daily Volume (ADV) in VIX, SPY, QQQ, and IWM. Top Single Stock Action NVIDIA (NVDA): 5.5 Million Contracts. The 185 Calls ($0.66 avg.) were a massive win, closing worth over $3.00. Tesla (TSLA): Nearly 4 Million Contracts. Volume in 435 Calls ($2.00 avg.) after the stock got hit following its pay package news. Palantir, AMD, Apple, Meta: All saw 1M+ volume with high-stakes put and call trades reacting to the day's wild swings. Get FREE options data: Go to TheHotOptionsReport.com
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Nov 7, 2025 • 1h 3min

Volatility Views 655: The Many Hats of Volatility

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CO-HOST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business CO-HOST: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit GUEST: Bill Luby, @VIXandMore On this episode, the discussion revolves around the recent spike in volatility and its implications for traders. They also explore AI's role in market valuation, with differing opinions on its long-term impact. Other highlights include analysis of the VIX term structure, the surge in VIX futures trading, and notable VIX options trades. Additionally, Bill Luby shares insights into trading VXX, and listeners get the latest updates on other popular volatility ETPs. The episode concludes with the panelists' predictions for VIX levels in the upcoming week.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 53min

TWIFO 473: Cutting-Edge Research on Metals, Crypto, Equities and More

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CME HOT SEAT: Erik Norland, CME Group In this episode, Mark and Erik discuss recent developments in the futures and options market. They cover a wide array of topics, including the impacts of macroeconomic policies on gold and precious metals, the rise of cryptocurrencies like Solana and XRP, and recent movements in the equities and small-cap index. They also delve into new research regarding the Mexican equity market as a diversification opportunity and have an interesting dialogue about the validity of the Phillips Curve in modern economics. The episode provides a comprehensive overview of volatility, trading activity, and market trends in various asset classes. Moreover, the show features insightful discussions on key trades, skews, and the underlying dynamics driving the current market scenario.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 17min

The Hot Options Report: 11-6-2025

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo provides a comprehensive recap of the volatile trading day on November 6th. Run your own reports and get more free options data at: https://TheHotOptionsReport.com The market experienced a significant downturn marked by a VIX spike above 20 and unusually heavy volume in major index products like SPY (11.4M contracts) and QQQ (6.65M contracts), signaling strong bearish sentiment. The action was dominated by a Tech Takedown, with Nvidia (NVDA), Meta (META), and AMD all facing heavy selling and driving massive options volume, primarily in downside put contracts. Other notable trades included a significant put position in Microsoft and continued high options activity in Small Caps.

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