The Options Insider Radio Network

In this episode, the "drill instructors" Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli return for Round 3 of their battle against the machines. With Nvidia (NVDA) earnings taking center stage, they put a premium AI model to the test: can a chatbot actually teach you how to trade the "volatility crush," or is it just repeating bad habits? In this episode, you'll learn: The AI Framework: Analyzing the 6-step checkl...

The futures markets are moving fast this week. From a 20% surge in Lithium to the continued "annihilation" of Cocoa bulls, Mark Longo and Dan Gramza break down the top 15 most active contracts and the year-to-date movers you need to watch. In this episode: Crypto Uncertainty: Why Bitcoin and Ether are struggling to find sustainable footing despite recent bounces. Agricultural Deep Dive: Exploring...

Host Mark Longo breaks down today's "Retail Giant" scan, highlighting high-volume retail activity in Sony (SONY) and Unilever (UL) . We dive into the massive 8% rally in MicroStrategy (MSTR) , volatility shifts in AMD and Meta , and the high-stakes positioning in Nvidia (NVDA) ahead of their major earnings announcement. Key Highlights: Retail Scans: Sony, Unilever, and MercadoLibre. The Monster: A...

The trading day doesn't start at the bell—it starts with the data. In this episode of The European Market Brief , Mark Longo heads across the pond to dive deep into the mechanics of the European rates market. He is joined by an expert panel featuring Dr. Russell Rhoads (Indiana University), Rex Jones (Eurex), and Mingyue Xin (Deutsche Bank) to break down one of the most critical yet misunderstood...

Is the AI chip war shifting? On today's Hot Options Report , Mark Longo breaks down a wild Tuesday on the tape where AMD stole the spotlight with a massive 9% rampage following a blockbuster deal with Meta (META) . While the "Golden Sweeps" at The HotOptionsReport.com flagged seven-figure bets in Nvidia (NVDA) and the SPX , all eyes were on the dramatic recovery in Hims & Hers (HIMS) . We dive int...

Market volatility took center stage this Monday as traders pivoted their focus toward macro indexes, leaving single-name options volume fighting for the spotlight. Join Mark Longo of the Options Insider Radio Network as he breaks down the top 10 most active names on the tape. From Tesla's battle at the $400 level to Microsoft's continued struggle and Nvidia's defiance of the broader sell-off, we a...

Is the crypto "retail wave" finally drying up? This week on The Crypto Rundown , Mark Longo and Greg Magadini (Amberdata) dive into a "blood-red" market as Bitcoin slips below $65k and Ethereum struggles to hold key support levels. We break down the dramatic shift in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) skew , analyzing why the 25-delta risk reversal is hitting extreme negative levels not seen since t...

The sea of green has officially evaporated. On this episode of The Option Block , the All-Star Panel breaks down a brutal Monday as markets leak oil and geopolitical risks shift from the Middle East to Mexico. From the "0DTE-ification" of the major indices to unusual moves in the real estate sector, we're breaking down all the action from the pits to the screen. The Trading Block: Weekend Risk Rea...

The options tape was scorching this Friday as we wrap up a dense week of trading. Host Mark Longo breaks down a massive session where it took over 714,000 contracts just to crack the Top 10. From Nvidia's staggering volume at the $190 strike to Alphabet's 4% rally that erased its yearly losses, we analyze the biggest movers in the game. We dive deep into the intraday volatility of Micron , the "un...

Is the market teetering on the edge of a "seminal collapse"? On this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo , Mark Sebastian (the "Meatball"), and Russell Rhoads (Dr. VIX) break down a chaotic week in the vol markets. From the aftermath of a legendary "V-Death Match" on the Pro network to the Supreme Court's ruling on tariffs, the team explores why the VIX is hovering near 20 despite indices sitt...

In this action-packed episode, Mark Longo and Scott Bauer of Prosper Trading Academy dissect a market where standard playbooks are being thrown out the window. From "meme-style" moves in Silver to heavy hedging in the S&P 500, we break down the institutional flow and retail frenzy. The Equity Craze: Why everyone has put spreads on the brain. We analyze the heavy volume in the E-mini S&P 500 March...

On today's episode of The Hot Options Report , Mark Longo breaks down a unique session where volume wasn't "explosive," but the nature of the flow was certainly "weird and wild." From a massive influx of deep-in-the-money (ITM) puts to the "Petroleum Div Day" dominating the energy sector, we're dissecting the tape to see where the big money is moving. On the Docket Today: The Dividend Play: Why Sh...

In this episode of The Option Block , Mark Longo, Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) and Kevin Nichols (Cboe Global Markets) to step into the arena. With the VIX flirting with the 21 level, the panel explores whether the bullish run is finally hitting a wall and if it's time to embrace the "dark side" of the markets. On the Docket: The Trading Block: A look at the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Russ...

The futures markets are living multiple lifetimes in just a few short weeks! Join host Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network and special guest Carley Garner of DeCarley Trading as they navigate the volatile landscape of the early 2026 markets. In this episode, the duo dives deep into the "symmetrical madness" of the week, analyzing why thin markets like Oats and Orange Juice are leadin...

The Vol Death Match Hangover: Micron Rallies While Zero-Day Sellers Feast One day after the legendary Vol Death Match 2.0 , the options tape is heating up with massive moves in semi-conductors and a heavy dose of 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) risk harvesting. In this episode of the Hot Options Report , Mark Longo breaks down the top 10 most active names dominating the tape, including a wild 33% y...

On this episode of Options Boot Camp , hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the real-world price tag of portfolio protection. Using current market examples, they walk through what it costs to hedge SPY with puts across different strikes and timeframes, why "insurance" isn't free, and how volatility levels can dramatically change the math. They also tackle the evergreen debate: SPY/SPX pu...

The trading week kicks off with a high-velocity tape as Nvidia, Tesla, and Apple dominate the options chains. In this edition of The Hot Options Report , Mark Longo breaks down a truncated holiday trading week where it took over 450,000 contracts just to break into the Top 10. We analyze the heavy put action in Nvidia (NVDA) , the battle for the "Par Strike" in Tesla (TSLA) , and a massive $8 reco...

Nvidia pulls back, Coinbase pops, and the "Fruit Company" faces a software horror show. It's Friday, February 13th, 2026, and the options market is living up to the date. In this episode of The Hot Options Report , we break down a high-volume session where it took over 700,000 contracts just to crack the Top 10. We dive deep into the unusual activity in Microsoft, the massive earnings-driven move...

The "Buy the Dip" mentality was put to the test this week. Host Mark Longo is joined by Dr. Russell Rhoads (the "Once, Future, and Present Dr. VIX") and Andrew Giovinazzi (The Rock Lobster) to break down a wild week that saw the VIX touch the 22 handle before a massive intraday reversal. In this episode, the crew dives into: The Volatility Review: Analyzing the impact of the rare midweek non-farm...

Is the early 2024 equity rally finally facing a reality check? Join Mark Longo and Kevin Green, Senior Markets Correspondent at Schwab Network, as they break down a wild week in the futures options markets. From "rotation trades" in the indices to the aftermath of a "Black Friday" in silver, we cover the moves that matter. In this episode, we dive into: Equities: Is the recent pullback a healthy c...

Market volatility is surging. Today, it took 700,000 contracts just to break into the Top 10. Mark Longo breaks down the massive order flow in Apple , Nvidia , and Coinbase as the tech sector faces a sea of red. Key Highlights: Apple (AAPL): FTC hurdles and AI delays trigger a 5% drop. Crypto Heat: Massive volume in Coinbase and MSTR ahead of earnings. In-The-Money Puts: Why Palantir and Amazon ar...

The sea of green has finally evaporated. On this episode, the All-Star Panel breaks down a brutal day of red on the screen as the S&P 500 flirts with its yearly open. From the sudden VIX pop to the "0DTE-ification" of single stocks, we're breaking down all the action from the pits to the screen. The Trading Block: Market Bloodletting: The S&P, Dow, and NASDAQ are all in the red. Is this a "Buy The...

Is the "Gold Rush" of 2025 just the beginning? In this episode of The Futures Rundown , host Mark Longo is joined by Dana Samuelson , Founder and President of the American Gold Exchange , to dissect one of the most unprecedented years in the history of precious metals. From gold shattering all-time highs to silver's "Black Friday" volatility and the rise of the "debasement trade," we dive deep int...

Are 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) options a retail revolution or a "gamma circus"? In this episode of Options Boot Camp , Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive deep into the explosion of short-dated equity options and what they mean for your portfolio. From the surge in volume for Tesla and Nvidia to the rise of intraday dispersion trading, the "drill instructors" break down the data and the drama b...

We track a high-octane session on The Hot Options Report , where semiconductor momentum and big-tech volatility set the pace. From rare debt moves to post-earnings slides, we break down what's lighting up the tape. Market Breakdown The Century Bond: Alphabet (GOOGL) makes headlines with a rare hundred-year bond issuance, sparking heavy put-selling activity. Semiconductor Surge: Micron (MU) continu...