Best Small Talk Real Issues Podcasts (2024)

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Options Boot Camp 300: The Dangerous World of Covered Strangles 29:58

1h ago29:58

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On this episode, Mark and Dan take you down a dangerous road to the world of... COVERED STRANGLES!!!! What the heck are they? Should you use them or should you run screaming for the door? Let's find out together on this episode of Options Boot Camp. Brought to you by Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. …

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The Crypto Rundown 243: Looking for Bright Spots in a Sea of Red 27:09

3d ago27:09

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On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.By The Options Insider Radio Network

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The Option Block 1306: Emergency Episode from the Hall of Fame Studio 1:07:52

1h ago1:07:52

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We break down what's going on with these crazy markets and volatility, what you should do, and how to trade. We discuss the most active equity options for the day including PTEN, NU. We talk about earnings volatility this week in RDDT, RIVN, LYFT, UBER, HOOD. We also look at unusual options activity in CFG, GOTU, REAL. Uncle Mike Tosaw discusses ma…

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Volatility Views 593: Emergency Early Broadcast 1:17:42

2h ago1:17:42

1:17:42

On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business They discuss: What's going on in these crazy volatile markets Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Is it a good time for butterflies in VIX? Calendars? Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX and much m…

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TWIFO 412: A Wild Ride through Energy, FX, Ags and Crypto 1:01:46

28m ago1:01:46

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We look at the movers and shakers in the futures options markets and in the CVOL Indexes for this past week and discuss: Trading the bitcoin vs ether spread using options How the weather and geopolitical factors are impacting oil supply and demand A dive deep into the dollar / Yen spread Whether we are seeing a soybeans apocalypse and will this spi…

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The Option Block 1305: Using Our Powers For Evil 1:00:06

5d ago1:00:06

1:00:06

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets. On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the markets including options volume, floor trading, VIX, MSFT Look into earnings volatility in MRNA, QCOM, META, CROX, RBLX, EBAY, AAPL, AMZN, COIN, DKNG, INTC Examine the latest unusual options activity in TKO, WMG…

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Wide World of Options: On the Road Discussions: Market Access, Emerging Technology, and Trading Tales 46:09

5d ago46:09

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For August, Wide World of Options is featuring recent conversations with some familiar industry names. In this episode, Arianne Adams of Webull, Lex Luthringshausen of Tradier and JJ Kinahan from IG North America join host Mark Benzaquen for discussions about making the market more accessible to a wider audience of investors, how AI might shape the…

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Options Boot Camp 299: Skip Strike Butterflies and the Mystery of the Thorax 33:35

8h ago33:35

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On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss how to set up a broken-wing butterfly and much more. Brought to you by Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options …

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The Advisor's Option 137: The Mysteries of Weekend Risk 1:01:45

2h ago1:01:45

1:01:45

On this episode, We discuss how to navigate current market complexities. We look at how earnings season volatility is impacting this market. We talk about what is going on with META heading into earnings. Is there a fire-sale going on? What is the proper way to hedge the weekend risk in your portfolio? And much more. With your hosts: Mark Longo - T…

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The Crypto Rundown 242: Let's Talk About ETH ETFs 27:28

33m ago27:28

27:28

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins, MARA, ETH ETFs, and much more.By The Options Insider Radio Network

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The Option Block 1304: Claws, Katanas and Options 1:01:17

1h ago1:01:17

1:01:17

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. We break down what's going on in the markets including MCD. We discuss the most active equity options for the day including PLTR, PFE. We talk about earnings volatility this week in MCD, ON, AMD, MSFT, MTCH, SBUX, BA,QCOM, CROX, MRNA, AAPL, AMZN, COIN. We also look at unu…

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266: Wheels of Fortune: 🚲 Team USA's Path to Tour de France Victory (Anne Hed of HED Cycling) 1:08:07

21m ago1:08:07

1:08:07

Anne Hed is a lifetime resident of Minnesota. Her history as a business owner began back in the 1980’s, when she raced as a professional triathlete. She completed eight Ironman Triathlons in Hawaii, and met her late husband, Steve, through the sport. He became one of her first sponsors... This Episode is Sponsored By: Jon Ostenson, Founder of FranB…

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Volatility Views 592: Massively Unchanged 1:03:34

10d ago1:03:34

1:03:34

On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Russell's UVIX weekend trade Their Crystal Ball pr…

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TWIFO 411: Rampaging Ags, Metals, Energy and Equities 1:03:52

19m ago1:03:52

1:03:52

We look at the movers and shakers in the futures options markets and in the CVOL Indexes for this past week including energy (WTI), metals (gold, silver), ags (soybeans, wheat), and equities. With your host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network And CME Hot Seat guest: Dan Gramza, Gramza Capital Management…

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The Option Block 1303: Flowmaster Unleashed 1:01:23

5h ago1:01:23

1:01:23

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets. On this episode, we: Discuss what's going on in the options markets today Talk about the most active equity options today Look into earnings volatility Examine the latest unusual options activity in APLT, CVS, SYF, IOT, FUTU With your hosts: Mark Longo, The O…

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Options Boot Camp 298: How To Deal With Weekend Risk 48:24

38m ago48:24

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On this episode, Mark and Dan explain what weekend risk is and how traders should deal with it. They also discuss when you use a broken wing butterfly and much more. Brought to you by Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of…

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The Option Block 1302: Live from Option Pit Super Summit 2024 1:03:08

17d ago1:03:08

1:03:08

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. Live from The Option Pit Conference, we break down whether the markets and particularly VIX were impacted by the events of this weekend. We discuss the most active equity options for the day including AVGO, MARA, PLTR, NKE, CRWD. We also look at unusual options activity i…

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Volatility Views 591: Historic Weekend Risk 1:07:23

1h ago1:07:23

1:07:23

On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business Eurex Hot Seat: Stefan Schlamp, Deutsche Borse They discuss: Election volatility in the US The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX HFT in the market an…

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TWIFO 410: Soaring Small Caps, Stagnating Silver, and Rudderless Rates 1:00:57

5h ago1:00:57

1:00:57

We look at the movers and shakers in the futures options markets and in the CVOL Indexes for this past week including metals (silver, copper), equities (Russell 2000), rates (10-year) and much more. With your host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network And CME Hot Seat guest: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management…

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The Option Block 1301: DJT Conspiracies and Dinosaur Bones 1:00:04

1h ago1:00:04

1:00:04

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets. On this episode, we: Discuss what's going on in the options markets today including AAPL moves Talk about the most active equity options today Look into earnings volatility in DPZ, AA, UAL, NFLX Examine the latest unusual options activity in DJT, PLTR, NVDA A…

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Options Boot Camp 297: Hedging NVDA and TSLA, Long-Term VIX, and More 44:34

22d ago44:34

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On this episode, Mark and Dan answer your questions about: Long-Term Average of VIX Earnings volatility in Q3 Hedging NVDA and TSLA When to roll your puts and much more... Brought to you by Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short per…

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The Crypto Rundown 241: Breaking Down Massive Moves in the Crypto Markets 45:48

18m ago45:48

45:48

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning All the explosive upside action in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, MARA, more And much more...By The Options Insider Radio Network

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The Option Block 1300: A Wild Start to a Wild Week 1:01:36

29m ago1:01:36

1:01:36

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. On this episode, we break down how the markets were impacted by the events of this weekend. We discuss the most active equity options for the day including DJT. We also look at unusual options activity in TKO and RSI. In our Strategy Block Segment, Mike Tosaw discusses bu…

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Volatility Views 590: Small Cap Mania 1:03:15

16h ago1:03:15

1:03:15

On this episode Mark is joined by: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University They discuss: Small cap volatility this week The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX and V…

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TWIFO 409: A Wild Week In Ags and Equities 54:11

27d ago54:11

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We look at the movers and shakers in the futures options markets and in the CVOL Indexes for this past week including equities (small caps), ags (soybeans, lean hogs), energy (nat gas), and much more. With your host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network And CME Hot Seat guest: Carley Garner, DeCarley Trading…

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The Option Block 1299: Holy Small Caps Batman! 1:02:19

20d ago1:02:19

1:02:19

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets. On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the options markets today including small caps, IWM, and post CPI Look into June earnings volume numbers from OCC and today's options volume Examine the latest unusual options activity in TFC, GTES, SOUN Talk about i…

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Options Boot Camp 296: Real-World Ways to Hedge Your Portfolio 48:26

20d ago48:26

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On this episode, Mark and Dan provide examples on how to hedge a downturn in the market. Brought to you by Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options st…

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The Crypto Rundown 240: Is It Time to Sell Some Puts? 33:07

24d ago33:07

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Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoin volatility and skew Opportunities in Coinbase And much more...By The Options Insider Radio Network

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The Option Block 1298: Soap Operas For Lawyers and Other Fun... 57:49

5d ago57:49

57:49

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. On this episode, we break down the latest news in the markets including META and VIX. We discuss the most active equity options for the day and the latest earnings volatility including DAL, PEP, JPM, WFC, C, and MANU. We also look at unusual options activity in GSK and IN…

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2024 Options Industry Conference: Embedded Optionality: Shaping the Future of the Industry 40:36

8d ago40:36

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Industry panelists will discuss exchange operations, the state of competition, the return of floor trading and resiliency for the next 50 years. Moderator: Paul Jiganti, Managing Director, Business Development & Market Structure Strategy, IMC Panelists: Andrej Bolkovic, Chief Executive Officer, OCC Shelly Brown, Executive Vice President, Strategic …

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2024 Options Industry Conference: Exploring Global Opportunities: Understanding the Dynamics of International Options Markets 48:44

28d ago48:44

48:44

Dive into an insightful exploration of the distinctions between the US and European options markets in this engaging session. Delve into the repercussions and investment prospects stemming from the escalating trading activity flowing from Europe to the US. Uncover the driving forces behind the burgeoning retail sector in Europe and gain valuable fo…

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Wide World of Options: Tales from the Road: Record Volume, Market Accessibility, and Football 48:26

29d ago48:26

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For July, Wide World of Options is continuing to feature recent conversations with some of the industry’s biggest names. In this episode, Meaghan Dugan of the NYSE, Kevin McCarthy of Clear Street and Steve Sosnick of IBKR offer their take on what has propelled record trading volume, how the markets can be made more accessible to a wider range of in…

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Options Boot Camp 295: Naked Short Deltas and the Dreaded Banana Theta 30:15

27d ago30:15

30:15

On this episode, Mark and Dan answer your questions about: Trading strategies Gamma and Delta Selling puts to get into stocks at lower prices Trading VIX and much more... Brought to you by Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short peri…

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2024 Options Industry Conference: Volatility on the Ballot? Navigating the Markets During an Election Year 43:44

10d ago43:44

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The 2024 election season could dramatically impact finance and investing. This session will cover what is known - and how to prepare for the unknowns. Moderator: Ellen Greene, Managing Director, Equity and Options Market Structure, SIFMA Panelists: Dennis Davitt, Chief Investment Officer, Millbank Dartmoor Portsmouth Geoff Gaiss, Vice President, Gl…

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2024 Options Industry Conference: The Options Trailblazers Pushing the Boundaries of Innovation 35:27

1M ago35:27

35:27

In the derivatives space, the ability to innovate is non-negotiable. Learn what new paths are being forged in equities, ETFs and digital transformation. Moderator: Lule Demmissie, Chief Executive Officer US, eToro Panelists: Geralyn Endo, Relationship Manager, Options Lead, MEMX Kevin "Lex" Luthringshausen, Senior Vice President, Chief Content Offi…

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The Option Block 1297: A Salute to All Nations But Mostly America 1:05:46

1M ago1:05:46

1:05:46

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. On this episode, we break down the latest news in the markets. We discuss the most active equity options for the day and the latest earnings volatility. We also look at unusual options activity in GSK and KEY. In our Strategy Block Segment, Mike Tosaw explains how options…

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Volatility Views 589: Volatility Already Left For the Holiday 1:02:47

15d ago1:02:47

1:02:47

On this episode Mark is joined by: Mark Sebastian, Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business Eurex Hot Seat: Mike Riley, Eurex They discuss: Election volatility in the US and over seas The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Their Crystal Ball pre…

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OIRN Interviews: Talking 24-Hour Trading With Blue Ocean Technologies 20:11

1M ago20:11

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On this episode we are joined by: Brian Hyndman, CEO of Blue Ocean Technologies Mark and Brian discuss the rise of 24-hour trading Should it happen? It it just inevitable? How would it impact the options market? How does technology impact the adoption of 24-hour trading? and much more...By The Options Insider Radio Network

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TWIFO 408: MEME Stock Traders Invade the Metals!!! 1:00:19

25d ago1:00:19

1:00:19

We look at the movers and shakers in the futures options markets and in the CVOL Indexes for this past week including energy (WTI, natgas), metals (silver, copper), and much more. With your host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network And CME Hot Seat guest: Brett Friedman, MD - Winhall Risk Analytics & OptionsMetrics Contributor…

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The Option Block 1296: The Suspicious Paper Sleuths Are On The Hunt Again 58:55

27d ago58:55

58:55

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets. On this episode, we: Discuss the most active equity options today including WBA, RIVN Look into earnings volatility in WBA, LEVI, NKE Examine the latest unusual options activity in RIVN, CHWY, BARK, MPLX Talk about which options strategies traders anticipate …

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Options Boot Camp 294: Tales from the Trading Floor Part 2 38:19

1M ago38:19

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On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss breaking into a trading crowd, RAEs, and much more... Brought to you by Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options…

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The Advisor's Option 136: Hedged Equity & Boomer Candy 1:03:00

1M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

On this episode, we discuss how to navigate current market complexities and we provide insights into today's market volatility. We look at how the earnings season is shaping up. We provide our thoughts on the current options volume trends. We discuss derivative strategies in ETFs that allow investors to chase stock returns while also protecting aga…

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OIRN: Exploring the Hot Issues In The Options Market with Nasdaq 37:57

1M ago37:57

37:57

On this episode Mark is joined in the Southern Studio by: Sean Feeney, Head of Options - Nasdaq Mark and Sean discuss the hot topics in the options market right now including: Zero Day Options - are they a bane or a boon and when will we see more of them listed? Bitcoin Options - what the heck is going on there? Flex Options - why are they suddenly…

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The Crypto Rundown 239: A Tough Week for the HODL Crowd 29:05

1M ago29:05

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On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.By The Options Insider Radio Network

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The Option Block 1295: Talking Cars, Leather Jackets and Options 1:00:50

1M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. On this episode, we break down the latest news in the markets. We discuss the most active equity options for the day including SMCI, GME, AAPL, and NVDA. We talk about the latest earnings volatility including FDX and MU. We also look at unusual options activity in RXO, HU…

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Volatility Views 588: The End of the World...For 30 Minutes! 1:00:02

2M ago1:00:02

1:00:02

On this episode Mark is joined by: Mark Sebastian, Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business Eurex Hot Seat: Mike Green, Simplify Asset Management They discuss: NVDA setting new records again The international volatility market (VSTOXX) 0dte SPX options dominating the information flow over VIX Some surprising facts about how to trade UVX…

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TWIFO 407: Russell Recon and the Magnificent Seven 50:00

1M ago50:00

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We take a deep dive into the Russell Recon. Later we look at the movers and shakers in the futures options markets and in the CVOL Indexes for this past week including energy (WTI), ags (Chicago wheat), metals (silver), and much more. With your host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network And CME Hot Seat guest: Catherine Yoshimoto, FTSE Rus…

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The Option Block 1294: We've Never Seen Anything Like This 58:52

1M ago58:52

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We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets. On this episode, we: Discuss the most active equity options today including NVDA Look at unusual options activity in VIX, AKAM Discuss whether there is shady business going on in GME With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Henry Schwartz,…

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OIC 2024: Exploring the Options Experience with Fidelity 30:13

24d ago30:13

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On this episode we are joined by: Greg Stevens - Head of Options Experience Initiative - Fidelity Colin Songer - Director of Options - Fidelity Greg and Colin discuss: 0DTE options madness Can the volume explosion continue? When will we see 0DTE Tesla options? When will we see bitcoin ETF options? Should the options market trade 24/7 and much more.…

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The Crypto Rundown 238: Exploring the World of Bitcoin ETFs 48:45

26d ago48:45

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Crypto Hot Seat: James Butterfill, Head of Research - CoinShares Discussion includes: What is CoinShares When did you acquire Valkyrie Funds What assets can you trade in the Valkyrie Funds (WGMI, BRRR, BTF, BTFX) Thoughts on the upcoming ETH options Views on bitcoin correlation And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the lat…

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