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Options Boot Camp

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Options Boot Camp is designed to help get you into peak options trading shape by teaching you options trading inside and out, basic to complex. Listeners can even submit their own options questions to be answered on the show.

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Latest episode

Oct 28, 2026

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Episodes

OBC 142: Calendars, Portfolio Margin and Robinhood Rage 07.07.2021

In this episode, Mark and Dan: Discuss why calendar spreads are so befuddling to so many Explain why portfolio margins are so dangerous to new traders  Look into the recent Robinhood FINRA ruling and explain the violations And much more

OBC 141: Unraveling the Mysteries of Option Margin on Meme Stocks 01.07.2021

In this episode, Mark and Dan: Discuss the hot stocks right now with MTM customers Unravel the mysteries of option margin on meme stocks  Implement high net worth strategies for smaller retail accounts Talk about whether or not it is preferable to take off trades in pieces And much more

OBC 140: Going From Zero To One Hundred 23.06.2021

On this episode, Mark and Dan answer your deluge of questions about: Using Options Boot Camp to become a professional trader Making your first "real money" options trade The mysteries of selling ITM put spreads The dangers of selling zero DTE credit spreads Legging into positions vs. trading them outright What we're trading in MEME stocks right now And much more...  

OBC 139: The Hidden Dangers of Meme Stock Margin 16.06.2021

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss how to avoid margin calls when trading meme stocks. Plus they answer your questions about meme stock put strategies, bullish Facebook strategies and more... 

OBC 138: Meme Madness, Crypto Options Pitfalls and more 09.06.2021

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss:  Trading options during the current wave of MEME stock madness The perils and pitfalls you may encounter when applying your Boot Camp knowledge to the world of crypto options Plus updates from the options front lines and much more...

Bonus Episode: The Return of Options Oddities 05.06.2021

Options Boot Camp listeners get a special sneak preview of the latest addition to the Options Insider Pro platform - the much-anticipated return of Options Oddities.  Interested in the latest crazy options activity in AMC, Ford, DLTR and much more? Listen to Options Oddities then check out www. TheOptionsInsider.com/shop . 

OBC 137: Revisiting the Dark Side of Theta 02.06.2021

In this episode, Mark and Dan revisit the dark side of theta: What is it? How does theta evolve over time and as you move across the options chain? Which trades/strategies benefit from theta? Which trades/strategies are hurt by theta? and more.. Mark and Dan also answer your questions about: Rolling covered calls Trading options on SPACs Laddering into short straddles

Bonus Episode: Options Insider Pro Q and A Session 01.06.2021

It's finally here! The first ever Options Insider Pro Q and A Session. This is where our Pro members have the chance to pick the brains of leading options and derivatives experts. We kicked things off with the "Oracle of New Hampshire" himself: Matt Amberson, Founder: Options Research and Technology Services.  Matt answers your questions about: The proper way to structure your options trades When...

OBC 136: You REALLY Love Covered Calls 26.05.2021

In this episode, Mark and Dan provide insight on gamma scalping and answer your (many) questions about covered calls.

OBC 135: When To Roll Your Covered Call 19.05.2021

In this episode, Mark and Dan provide basic training on when to close/roll your covered calls, and answer your questions about prop trading firms, options screening platforms and more...  

OBC 134: Leverage, Diagonals and the Wrong Way To Start Trading Options 12.05.2021

OBC 134: Leverage, Diagonals and the Wrong Way To Start Trading Options On this episode, Mark and Dan answer your questions about: Option leverage vs. Stock Leverage Diagonal vs. vertical put spread follow up The right vs. the wrong way to start trading options Selling covered calls to avoid margin calls and more... Mark and Dan also field your Options Boot Camp reviews - both good, bad and...conf...

OBC 133: The Halfway House for Stock Traders 05.05.2021

In this episode, Mark and Dan revisit the covered call strategy: Pros/Cons Examples Potential Outcomes Collars, Covered Call Verticals, Covered Call with Put Kicker And Much More...

FIXED OBC 132: Don't Be Afraid to Take Your Lumps 29.04.2021

On this special mail call palooza, Mark and Dan answer your options questions from across the globe including: - Applying traditional options strategies to crypto - What to do when a short put spread goes against you? - Why sell a covered call when you can sell a short put? - Can a diagonal credit spread save your bacon when a stock moves against you? - Dan prepares a haiku about love - and much m...

UPDATED: OBC 132: Don't Be Afraid to Take Your Lumps 29.04.2021

On this special mail call palooza, Mark and Dan answer your options questions from across the globe including: Applying traditional options strategies to crypto What to do when a short put spread goes against you Why sell a covered call when you can sell a short put? Can a diagonal credit spread save your bacon when a stock moves against you? Dan prepares a haiku about love and much more...    

OBC 131: Options Volume, Credit vs Debit Spreads, Cash-Settled Options and More 13.04.2021

In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss:  How options volume shaped up in March Credit Spreads vs. Debit Spreads Cash-Settled Options If you can lose more than your investment in options and much more...

OBC 130: Best Positions and Strategies for New Options Traders 07.04.2021

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss:  How many options positions should a new trader have What is the optimal starter position for new options traders Is short selling immoral Surprise results in our broker madness tournament Backlash against RobinHood Is payment for order flow bad for options traders and much more...

OBC 129: Debunking Debit Spreads vs. Credit Spreads 31.03.2021

On this episode, Mark and Dan finally debunk the great "Debit Spread vs. Credit Spread" mystery. Does it really matter which strategy you use? You'll have to listen to find out.  Mark and Dan also discuss: Using P/E Ratios in your options trading Covered Calls in Rocket Companies ($RKT)  Should we replace regular options with mini options? and more...

OBC 128: Delta Deep Dive, Credit vs. Debit Spreads and More 24.03.2021

In this episode, Mark and Dan tackle all-things option delta including: What is option delta? What are the benefits of option delta? An example of option delta. Plus - your questions about mini options, deep ITM option spreads, credit vs. debit spreads and more.

OBC 127: Revenge of the Mini Options 17.03.2021

Ask and you shall receive! On this episode, Mark and Dan tackle all-things mini options including: WTF are mini options anyway? Weren't they delisted a few years back? Why? Don't we already have mini options on futures? Would a fractional option be better than a mini option?  How the heck would a fractional option work anyway? Plus - your questions about call volatility and portfolio margin. 

OBC 126: Fractional Options, Cash-Settled Puts, Dividend Adjustments and More 11.03.2021

So many questions! On this episode, Mark and Dan dive into your deluge of questions about: Cash-settled options Mini/Fractional options Surprise dividend adjustments Options strategies for hot stocks Amazing options visualizers and much more...  

OBC 125: Risk Reversals vs. Strangles, Combining The Greeks and More 03.03.2021

On this episode, Mark and Dan answer your questions about: Risk reversals vs. strangles How to combine The Greeks The origins of volatility skew The "proper" day to trade risk reversals and much more...  

OBC 124: Those Pesky Puts 24.02.2021

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: DAN PASSARELLI, MARKET TAKER MENTORING BASIC TRAINING SEGMENT: TO PUT OR NOT TO PUT WHAT IS A PUT WHAT HAPPENS AT EXPIRATION PROS/CONS TO PUT TRADES PUTS VS. STOP ORDERS HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR PUTS AND MUCH MORE

OBC 123: Your GME Thoughts Plus Overnight Options Mysteries 17.02.2021

HOST: MARK LONGO, THE OPTIONS INSIDER MEDIA GROUP CO-HOST: DAN PASSARELLI, MARKET TAKER MENTORING TODAY WE ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT: ATOS MARCH CALLS HEDGING AND MARKET MAKING WHAT HAPPENS TO OPTIONS OVERNIGHT YOUR CONTINUED THOUGHTS ABOUT GME AND MUCH MORE

OBC 122: Mysteries of Theta, Delisted Options, Bitcoin and More... 10.02.2021

On this episode Mark and Dan answer your questions about: When does Theta REALLY come out of options prices? What happens to option premiums when it is delisted? Is this a good time for a stock replacement strategy? Audience poll results for 2021 outlook Our thoughts on the bitcoin options market Tesla vs. Bitcoin on the race to $1T market cap...  

OBC 121: The GameStop Aftermath 03.02.2021

On this episode, Mark and Dan share their thoughts on the GameStop aftermath including how Dan's trade worked out, what his students having been saying about the situation, thoughts on how broker dealers handled the situation, thoughts on the attempts at a silver squeeze and much more. This episode is brought to you by DEMAND DERIVATIVES . Learn more about their innovative new crowdfunding campaig...

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