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The Futures Rundown 27: Drinking in the Market from Wine to O.J. Mar 27, 2025

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In this episode, host Mark Longo delves into the latest developments in the futures markets alongside guest Brett Friedman from Winhall Risk Analytics. They discuss the current market activity, focusing on the resurgence of crude oil, high copper prices, and the relatively quiet week in trading volumes. Additionally, they explore unconventional investment topics such as tokenized wine trading and its potential impact on the market. Listeners also get a detailed analysis of year-to-date movers in various commodities and insights into volatility trends. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:07 Understanding the Futures Rundown 03:42 Guest Introduction: Brett Friedman 04:22 Entering the Trading Pit: Market Analysis 06:22 Top Movers in the Futures Market 13:16 Year-to-Date Movers and Shakers 21:49 Futures Free-for-All: Q&A Session 22:59 Wine Futures: A Left Field Topic 28:21 Conclusion and Upcoming Shows

Options Boot Camp 331: Wings, Wine Options and Time Spreads! Mar 26, 2025

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Welcome back to Options Boot Camp with Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli. In this Education Wednesday episode, the hosts dive into various topics on options trading. They discuss listener questions about time spreads, ratio vertical spreads, and advanced strategies for trading options. You'll also hear personal stories and trading insights as Mark and Dan combine education with entertainment in this engaging session. Stay tuned for expert tips and strategies to elevate your trading game and learn more about trading options effectively. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:09 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 01:39 Tasty Trade: Advanced Trading Tools 04:36 Listener Mailbag: Answering Your Questions 05:22 Market Analysis and Trading Strategies 09:26 Exploring Wine Futures and Tokenization 13:37 Market Taker Question of the Week 14:07 Dan's Side Project: Wealth Building with Options 18:46 Live Listener Questions and Market Outlook 22:27 Understanding the Mental Leap in Options Trading 23:28 Exploring Time Spreads: Episodes and Insights 24:59 Coaching and Mentoring in Options Trading 27:39 Practical Examples of Time Spreads 30:47 Listener Questions: Ratio Vertical Spreads 35:39 Success Stories and Advanced Strategies 39:28 Conclusion and Upcoming Content

The Crypto Rundown 270: Wine as the New Liquid Crypto Asset Mar 25, 2025

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In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo is joined by Tony Saliba, CEO of Liquid Mercury. The conversation delves into innovative projects such as the tokenization of investible wine facilitated by Liquid Mercury's technology. They also discuss the advantages of tokenization in finance, the dramatic rally in Bitcoin post-election, and the current state of Ethereum. Additionally, the episode covers the rise of crypto derivatives like IBIT and the implications of creating a strategic crypto reserve. Listeners are encouraged to explore the utility token MERC for further benefits. 01:05 Welcome to The Crypto Rundown 01:39 Introducing Amberdata 03:31 Crypto Hot Seat: Tony Saliba 05:29 Exploring Liquid Mercury and Tokenized Wine 17:58 The Future of Tokenization 24:01 Bitcoin Breakdown 27:03 Bitcoin's Limited Supply and Strategic Reserves 28:03 Market Reactions to Crypto Reserve Plans 28:50 Debate on the Need for a Strategic Crypto Reserve 31:18 Bitcoin Volatility and Market Data Insights 33:03 Crypto Derivatives and the Rise of IBIT 38:10 Exploring the Altcoin Universe 39:43 Ethereum's Struggles and Market Sentiment 43:57 Altcoin Performance and Market Trends 46:14 Final Thoughts and Where to Learn More

The Option Block 1364: Eureka! Let's Talk Some Options! Mar 24, 2025

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This episode of the Options Insider Radio Network dives into recent options trading activity, covering notable stocks such as Northern Dynasty Minerals (NAK), Truist Financial Corp (TFC), and Wolverine Worldwide (WWW). Hosts Mark Longo, "Uncle" Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management), and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi (The Option Pit) analyze various market trends and trading strategies, including a detailed look at the collar strategy. The show also features lighthearted moments with an 80s trivia challenge and updates on upcoming earnings for companies like GameStop and Lululemon. 01:28 Meet the Hosts and Co-Hosts 02:46 Kickoff with 80s Trivia Challenge 05:37 Trading Block: Market Analysis and Trends 17:58 Options Trading Insights and Strategies 28:22 Earnings Season Highlights 28:44 GameStop and Meme Stocks 30:06 Lululemon and Other Earnings Reports 31:02 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 31:44 Northern Dynasty Minerals: The Knack 38:26 Truist Financial Corp: Bank Calls 43:57 Wolverine Worldwide: Footwear Upside 48:02 Strategy Block: The Year of the Collar 52:18 Around the Block: Market Watch 54:50 Show Wrap-Up and Upcoming Content

Volatility Views 625: The Quick and the Dead Mar 21, 2025

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In this episode of Volatility Views, host Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads, aka Dr. Vix, and Andrew Giovinazzi, aka The Rock Lobster. They dive into a wide range of topics related to volatility trading. The episode covers the current flat volatility curve, its implications, and the challenges and strategies for trading in such an environment. The team also discusses recent activity and trade ideas in VIX options, including unique trades like a short put stupid. Additionally, they touch on the new entrants in the inverse volatility product space. The episode closes with bold predictions for the upcoming week's volatility. 01:54 Meet the Hosts 04:21 Volatility Review 05:22 Market Analysis and Insights 09:25 VIX Curve and Trading Strategies 12:07 Challenges in the Current Volatility Market 24:20 Flat VIX Curve Implications 33:59 Analyzing the VIX Super Stupid Trade 35:01 Russell's Weekly Rundown 35:24 Intriguing VIX Weekly Options 36:12 Strange VIX Put Stupid Trade 38:17 VIX Market Activity Recap 46:35 New Inverse VIX Product Launch 54:22 Crystal Ball Predictions

TWIFO 442: Equities, Energy and a Taste of Crypto Mar 21, 2025

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This episode of 'This Week in Futures Options' features Mark Longo and guest Dan Gramza from Gramza Capital Management. The discussion covers a variety of futures options markets, including equities, crude oil, and crypto. Key highlights include an in-depth analysis of the E-mini S&P 500 trades, the current market sentiment, and the put options trend in crude oil. Listeners are also introduced to CME Group's new Solana futures and Dan Gramza provides insights into market behaviors and expectations. 02:41 Show Kickoff and Market Overview 03:32 Guest Introduction: Dan Gramza 04:32 Movers and Shakers Report 08:27 Exploring CVAL and Market Volatility 12:15 Equity Market Analysis 28:20 Consumer Sentiment and Economic Indicators 29:00 Real Estate Market Dynamics 29:35 Market Predictions for the S&P 31:13 Energy Sector Insights 32:33 Crude Oil Market Analysis 35:37 Global Oil Production and Trade 48:45 Crypto Market Developments 52:00 Conclusion and Resources

The Option Block 1363: Secret Cabals, Monsters and the Gamma of Vega Mar 20, 2025

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In this episode, Mark Longo, Henry Schwartz from Cboe, and Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management discuss the latest trends and activities in the options market. Highlights include a rundown of volume and activity in VIX, SPY, SPX, RUT, and QQQ, as well as specific stocks like BABA, AMD, META, TESLA, and NVIDIA. The episode also dives into unusual call buying activity in SNAP, options trading in the new CBOE Mini Bitcoin ETF Index (MBTX), and updates on recent trades in Southwest Airlines (LUV). Additionally, a listener's question about SPX calendars and the behavior of VIX is addressed, offering educational insight into the complexities of volatility trading. The show concludes with a look at what the hosts will be monitoring in the coming days. 03:18 Market Analysis and Recent Trends 06:05 Trading Block: Latest Topics and Trades 09:01 Market Reactions and Volatility 23:27 Single Stock Highlights 31:29 Earnings Reports: Nike and FedEx 32:22 Micron and GameStop: Upcoming Highlights 32:38 Micron's Market Moves 33:17 The Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 33:58 Snap Inc: Social Media or Tech? 38:42 Crypto Corner: Cboe Mini Bitcoin ETF 43:11 Southwest Airlines: Upside in Love 45:46 VIX Super Stupid: A Risky Bet 46:31 Mail Block: Listener Questions 54:31 Around the Block: Market Watch

The Futures Rundown 26: Riding the Solana Wave: A New Era of Futures Mar 20, 2025

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In this episode, host Mark Longo and co-host Carly Garner (DeCarley Trading) discuss the latest updates in the futures markets, including the introduction of new CME Solana Futures contracts. They cover the most active futures contracts of the week, highlight significant year-to-date movers such as gold and natural gas, and analyze trading activity in various sectors including metals, agriculture, and energy. They also touch on macroeconomic factors impacting futures trading, particularly the effects of Federal Reserve announcements on market dynamics. Additionally, listener questions about trading volumes and strategies are addressed. 04:03 Market Movements and Trading Insights 04:24 Diving into the Trading Pit 06:58 Analyzing Top Futures Trading Activity 09:48 Economic Developments and Market Reactions 18:58 Year-to-Date Movers and Trends 22:16 Market Performance Recap 22:53 Solana Futures Market Update 23:22 Orange Juice Market Analysis 24:37 New Futures Product: Solana 25:01 Solana Futures Contract Specifications 26:06 Initial Reactions to Solana Futures 32:22 Trading Volume and Market Sentiment 36:01 Futures Free For All: Q&A 41:40 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Events

Options Boot Camp 330: Falling to the Dark Side of Futures Options Mar 19, 2025

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In this episode of Options Bootcamp, host Mark Longo, alongside Dan Passarelli from Market Taker Mentoring and Katie McGarrigle from TastyTrade, dive deep into the world of futures options trading. They discuss the nuances of futures versus equity options, identifying key differences such as expirations and unique skews. Various starter strategies and products are outlined, emphasizing defined-risk approaches for newcomers. The episode also highlights listener insights on the BTFD strategy and the interest in 24-hour trading. Additionally, Katie and Dan provide updates on their platforms and new endeavors, including Dan's upcoming book and podcast. 00:00 Welcome to Options Insider Radio Network 03:40 Meet the Hosts: Mark Longo, Dan Passarelli, and Katie McGarrigle 05:52 Diving into Futures Options 07:55 Challenges and Strategies in Futures Options 14:41 The Evolution of Trading Platforms 19:06 Exploring Skew in Futures Options 21:48 Nuances of Trading: Research and Preparation 22:03 Starter Products for New Traders 22:34 Equity Index Futures and Beyond 25:52 Starter Strategies for Futures Options 29:42 Listener Mail Call: Your Questions Answered 31:30 Market Taker Question of the Week 31:48 New Book Announcement and Podcast 33:26 Poll Results and Audience Insights 37:55 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Shows

The Crypto Rundown 269: Crypto Wild Cards Mar 17, 2025

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This episode of the Crypto Rundown explores the latest trends, activities, and developments in the crypto derivatives markets. Hosted by Mark Longo and featuring guest Greg Magadini, Director of Derivatives at Amber Data, the show covers a broad spectrum of topics including the ongoing volatility in key cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, the growing interest and trading volumes in IBIT, and the launch of Solana futures by CME. The discussion also delves into the opportunities present in Bitcoin and Ethereum skews, risk reversals, and trading strategies, while highlighting the recent performance of various altcoins. Key insights are shared about the potential future trends and the intriguing 'wildcards' within the crypto market, such as Solana. The show also offers resources for accessing comprehensive market data through Amberdata's free newsletter, enhancing the listeners' ability to navigate and leverage the evolving crypto ecosystem. 01:24 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 03:57 Special Guest: Greg Magadini from Amberdata 04:44 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 09:42 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 15:51 iBit: The Rising Star in Crypto Options 24:13 Exploring MSTU: A Degenerate Product 26:43 Diving into the Altcoin Universe 28:58 ETH's Struggles and Market Trends 35:27 Solana's Wild Ride 38:15 Altcoin Market Overview 42:58 Concluding Thoughts and Future Insights

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