The Options Insider Radio Network

The Hot Options Report: 04-30-2026

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The options market is firing on all cylinders this Thursday as we digest a massive slate of mega-cap earnings and red-hot GDP data. From the AI-driven...

The Option Block 1465: Cutting a Fat Hog in the Butt with AI

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

AI spending is moving the needle on the US GDP, and the Option Block panel is here to break down the massive capital allocation driving the markets. I...

The Futures Rundown 74: Crude Reigns Supreme

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the "Strait of Hormuz" the only phrase you're hearing lately? You aren't alone. In this episode of The Futures Rundown, Mark Longo and Jermal Chand...

Options Boot Camp 388: Should You Stop Selling ODTE Options?

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The rise of Zero Day to Expiration (0DTE) options has completely transformed the retail trading landscape, but has the market finally "squeezed the ju...

Hot Options Report: 04-29-2026

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It is the "mother of all earnings days" and the tape is absolutely on fire. On this episode of The Hot Options Report, we break down a high-velocity s...

The European Market Brief 23: The Case for a Global Portfolio

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is it time to look past the U.S. tech concentration? For many traders, "the market" has become synonymous with a handful of domestic tech names. But w...

The Hot Options Report: 04-28-2026

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On a surprisingly light trading day following Nvidia's recent all-time high, the 5K Club scan takes center stage, revealing heavy institutional flow i...

The Crypto Rundown 316: Crypto Counterparty Risk Gives Everyone Nightmares

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Institutional adoption of crypto is here, but the "nightmare" of counterparty risk still keeps many major players on the sidelines. In this episode, M...

The Option Block 1464: Everyone Gets a Peace Dividend!

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the market pricing in a "Peace Dividend" before the peace actually arrives? Host Mark Longo is joined by "Uncle" Mike Tosaw of St. Charles Wealth M...

The Hot Options Report: 04-27-2026

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Monday, April 27, 2026, edition of The Hot Options Report with your host, Mark Longo. It was a historic day in the options market as Nv...

Volatility Views 677: Geopolitical Turmoil and the Death of Vol Conferences

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the traditional volatility conference a dying breed? This week on Volatility Views, host Mark Longo and the "Once, Future, and Present Dr. VIX," Ru...

The Hot Options Report: 04-24-2026

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Hot Options Report, your premier source for insight into the fast-moving options market. On today's episode, host Mark Longo breaks dow...

TWIFO 494: Equity Whipsaws & Crude Oil Surges

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this "Just the Facts, Ma'am" edition of This Week in Futures Options, Mark Longo breaks down a bifurcated week at the CME Group. With volatility cr...

The Hot Options Report: 04-23-2026

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The options tape was on fire today as the market digested a major reversal in Tesla (TSLA) and braced for Intel (INTC) earnings. Host Mark Longo break...

The Option Block 1463: Crude, TSLA, and Medical Scrubs - Pick Your Poison!

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you think the market makes sense right now, you haven't been paying attention. This week on the Option Block, host Mark Longo is joined by Dan Pass...

The Hot Options Report: 04-22-2026

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network for a deep dive into an explosive day in the options market. While the total volume required to...

The Futures Rundown 73: Another Wild Week in the Energy Markets

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The energy complex is on fire, and Mark Longo is back in the "Trading Pit" to break down a week of explosive moves and head-scratching correlations. W...

Options Boot Camp 387: Kicking Butt with the Wheel Strategy

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Wheel Strategy is often touted as the ultimate "income generator," but most traders get it wrong because they lack the right mindset. In this epis...

The Hot Options Report: 04-21-2026

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a high-stakes Tuesday where leadership changes and meme-stock mania took center stage. While the...

The Crypto Rundown 315: Is the World Ready for a Bitcoin VIX?

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The "Fear Gauge" has officially arrived in the crypto world. In this episode, Mark Longo welcomes Rob Hocking, Global Head of Derivatives at Cboe, to ...

The Hot Options Report: 04-20-2026

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Longo tracks a major shift in Senate disclosures as Senator John Boozman exits European ETFs and pipeline stocks. We pivot to the options tape to...

The Option Block 1462: The Twin Mysteries of PBI and South Dakota

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Mark Longo, Mike Tosaw of St. Charles Wealth Management, and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi as they break down a head-scratching Monday ope...

The Hot Options Report: 04-17-26

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this high-voltage Friday edition of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a this day of trading with the Strait of Hormuz back in busines...

Volatility Views 676: Are these Bizarro Markets?

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is it "opposite day" in the financial markets? In this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads (Dr. VIX), Andrew Giovinazz...

TWIFO 493: Hunting for the Big Adios in Crude, Gold, Equities and Copper

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is it time to give the markets the "Big Adios"? Host Mark Longo and guest Dan Gramza of Gramza Capital Management break down an explosive week in the ...

The Option Block 1461: Wizards, Drones, and Massive Relief Rallies

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is this the "Golden Age" of derivatives trading, or are we just off the rails? In this episode, Mark Longo and the "All-Star Panel" break down an expl...

The Hot Options Report: 04-16-26

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a wild Thursday edition of The Hot Options Report! Today, host Mark Longo dives deep into a massive day of volume where it took over 650,00...

The Futures Rundown 72: Energy, Crypto, Agriculture & Commodity Futures Breakdown

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The Futures Rundown, Mark Longo breaks down a fascinating week where equities are hitting all-time highs and the VIX is facing a se...

The Hot Options Report: 4-15-26

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The options market is hitting a fever pitch as tech giants propel major indices to fresh record highs. In this episode of The Hot Options Report, host...

Options Boot Camp 386: Tax Tips for Options Traders

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's Tax Day on the network! Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli tackle the most requested topic of the season: how to keep the IRS out of your options prof...

The Hot Options Report: 04-14-26

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The options tape is on fire! Despite geopolitical tensions in the Straits of Hormuz, the market staged a massive rally this Tuesday, April 14, 2026. O...

The European Market Brief 22: Throw Out The Old Conflict Playbook

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the traditional geopolitical risk playbook dead? In this episode of The European Market Brief, Mark Longo is joined by Morad Askar, Founder of Edge...

The Crypto Rundown 314: Bitcoin is Only for Widows and Orphans

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the volatility dream dead, or is Bitcoin just growing up? In this episode, host Mark Longo is joined by Mr. Bill Ulivieri of Cenacle Capital Manage...

The Hot Options Report: 04-13-26

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Markets are heating up this Monday as geopolitical tensions and massive tech rallies collide. In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo br...

The Option Block 1460: Stealthy U-Boats and Sneaky Finns

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Markets shrug off geopolitical chaos yet again as the Option Block crew dives into stealthy U-boats, sneaky Finns, and surging stocks. Mark Longo, "Un...

The Hot Options Report: 4-10-26

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The options market waits for no one! Mark Longo wraps up a wild trading week for Friday, April 10, 2026, with a deep dive into the top 10 most active ...

Volatility Views 675: Did the Ceasefire Kill Volatility?

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads (the "Dr. VIX"), and Andrew Giovinazzi of Option Pit dive into a wild week in the vol markets. After a mas...

TWIFO 492: Crude Slides and Stocks Soar on Iran Deal

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Here are two SEO-optimized show descriptions for TWIFO 492: Crude Slides and Stocks Soar on Iran Deal, tailored for Libsyn and YouTube. Is the energy ...

The Option Block 1459: Rallies for Days

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the market finally out of the woods, or is this just a massive relief rally? On this episode of The Option Block, Host Mark Longo is joined by "Unc...

The Hot Options Report: 04-09-26

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The closing bell on Thursday, April 9th, 2026, rings in a green session as geopolitical headlines trigger a massive relief rally across the equity mar...

Options Boot Camp 385: Double Calendar Madness

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can you handle the Double Calendar? In this episode of Options Boot Camp, the drill instructors tackle a strategy never before discussed on the networ...

The Option Block 1458: The Juice, The Kardashians, and the Bloody Battlefield of VRDN

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Option Block, Host Mark Longo and "Uncle" Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management dive into a wild Monday market. With "T...

TWIFO 491: Crude Oil Surges & Small Cap Volatility Amid Iran Conflict

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of This Week in Futures Options, Mark Longo dives into a wild week of trading dominated by headlines surrounding the Iran conflict. Fr...

The Option Block 1457: The Super Sexy World of Soup Options

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Market volatility is mirroring the spring weather—swinging from 80 degrees to 40 in a flash. Host Mark Longo is joined by "The Flowmaster" Henry Sch...

Wide World of Options: Path Dependency: When Getting from Point A to Point B Isn't Always a Straight Line

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In investing, we're often fixated on outcomes, where a stock starts and where it ends up. But how a stock gets from one price to another can matter ju...

The Futures Rundown 71: Energy Back in the Crosshairs

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is crude oil the new meme stock, or are we just witnessing a classic supply shock? In this episode of The Futures Rundown, Mark Longo is joined by Bre...

Options Boot Camp 384: Options Fool's Day

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Happy April Fool's Day! In this special "Options Fool's Day" edition of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo is joined by guest instructor John Kmiecik from ...

The Hot Options Report: 04-01-26

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Don't let the date fool you—the volatility in today's market is no joke! In this episode of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a high-en...

The European Market Brief 21: Eurozone Volatility in the Wake of the Iran Conflict

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The European Market Brief, Mark Longo is joined by Dr. Russell Rhoads (IU Kelley School of Business), Steve Sosnick (Interactive Br...

The Hot Options Report: 03-31-26

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The bulls are back in town! On this Tuesday, March 31, 2026 edition of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a high-octane session where majo...

The Crypto Rundown 313: What The Heck Is a Crypto Mortgage?

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can you buy a home without selling your Bitcoin? On this episode of The Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo welcomes Josip Rupena, CEO of Milo, to explain...

The Hot Options Report: 03-30-26

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Market volatility is back as the tech sector faces a "spicy" start to the week. In today's episode, Mark Longo breaks down the massive SPX 6465/6485 0...

The Option Block 1456: We're All Trading War Bonds Now

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the treasury market the new "war bond" front? As conflict-driven volatility continues to grip the markets, the Option Block panel gathers to break ...

The Hot Options Report: 03-27-26

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The trading week wraps up with a "blood red" screen, but high volatility means high volume on the options tape! In this episode of The Hot Options Rep...

Volatility Views 674: The Looming Specters of War, Recession and Private Credit Risk

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The "warm turns" mid-week as the post-Iran conflict pattern continues to haunt the markets. In this episode, Mark Longo, Mark Sebastian, and Dr. Russe...

TWIFO 490: It All Ends In Tears

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Volatility is back with a vengeance! In this episode of This Week in Futures Options, host Mark Longo and Carley Garner (DeCarley Trading) break down ...

The Hot Options Report: 03-26-26

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Markets are seeing "blood red" across the board as the tech giants give up the ghost. On today's episode, Mark Longo breaks down a high-velocity day i...

The Option Block 1455: Headline Risk and Suspicious Merger Paper

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The markets are seeing red this Thursday, but the action in the pits is heating up. Join Mark Longo, Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz, and "Uncle Mike"...

The Futures Rundown 70: Let's Talk About Brent

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The global energy landscape is shifting, and WTI isn't the only story in town. In this episode of The Futures Rundown, host Mark Longo breaks down the...

The Hot Options Report: 03-25-26

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Host Mark Longo breaks down the massive institutional flows for Wednesday, March 25, 2026. We dive into the big money moving in Alphabet (GOOGL), heav...

Options Boot Camp 383: Weekend Risk and Dangerous Donkeys

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the "Wheel Strategy" making you nervous in a high-volatility market? In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli field listener questions about ...

The Hot Options Report: 03-24-26

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a surprisingly quiet Tuesday in the options market. While total volume hit "dog d...

The Hot Options Report: 3-23-26

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Mark Longo for the Monday, March 23, 2026, edition of The Hot Options Report. It was a "respectable" day on the tape with over half a million con...

The Crypto Rundown 312: Are We Feeling Crypto HYPE Again?

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is Bitcoin finally decoupling from Gold as a flight-to-quality asset? Join Mark Longo and Greg Magadini from Amberdata as they break down the 75K "mag...

The Option Block 1454: The Big Bounce Back?

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The markets are shot out of a cannon this Monday! Host Mark Longo is joined by Uncle Mike Tosaw and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovanizzi to break down...

The Hot Options Report: 03-20-26

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On a "blood red" Friday in the markets, the Hot Options Report dives into the explosive allegations rocking the AI sector. Federal prosecutors have un...

Volatility Views 673: Geopolitical Risk and the Death of Lone Wolf McQuade

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Volatility Views, the crew breaks down a week of intense market swings driven by escalating Middle East conflict and a stunning shi...

TWIFO 489: Middle East Conflict Shakes Energy Spreads, Defies Gold Logic & Rattles Equities

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan Gramza dive deep into the massive dislocations hitting the futures and options markets as Middle East tensions esc...

The Option Block 1453: Getting Drunk on Crude and Coal

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The "Thursday Effect" strikes again as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East send markets tumbling and volatility spiking. Host Mark Longo is back ...

The Hot Options Report: 03-19-26

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Hot Options Report, host Mark Longo breaks down a "weird and wild" Thursday session. As the broader markets feel the heat, the ...

The Futures Rundown 69: Crude Is In The Driver's Seat

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The futures markets are heating up, and energy is leading the charge. In this episode, host Mark Longo is joined by Jermal Chandler, Head of Options ...

The Hot Options Report: 03-18-26

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The Hot Options Report, host Mark Longo breaks down a "Fed Day" session where traders kept their powder dry, yet the options tape r...

Options Boot Camp 382: Ways To Play the Oil Madness

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Fall in, recruits! Mark Longo is back in the Chi-Town studio, braving the cold to get you into peak options trading shape. With the energy markets in ...

The European Market Brief 20: Grappling With Short-Term Interest Rates

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The trading landscape for European rates has shifted violently in just a matter of weeks. In this episode of The European Market Brief, host Mark Long...

The Crypto Rundown 311: Bitcoin Rallies & Crypto Volatility Shifts

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Bitcoin is back on the move, and the options market is telling a new story. Following the FIA Boca conference, we're digging into the data to see if t...

The Option Block 1452: Beaker's Revenge

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Market volatility is feeling a bit like a Muppet Lab experiment gone wrong. In this episode, Mark Longo is broadcasting from the "Southern Studio" to ...

Volatility Views 672: Crude vs Bonds vs VIX vs Friday the 13th

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's a spooky Friday the 13th on the Options Insider Radio Network! This week, the panel gathers to dissect a market that is being haunted by more tha...

The Hot Options Report: 03-12-26

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With the industry returning from the major futures and options conferences, the market is back to business—and the business of the day is deep in-th...

TWIFO 488: A Historic Week for Crude Oil

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we aren't just talking about movers—we're witnessing a historic disruption in the energy markets. We dive deep into the explosive price a...

The Option Block 1451: Crude, Vol and Predictions...Oh My!

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Strap in for a high-octane episode of The Option Block as the All-Star panel breaks down a "day trader's paradise." Host Mark Longo is joined by "Uncl...

Options Boot Camp 381: We've Got Two Questions...One for Each of Ya!

12 Mar 2026

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To maximize your reach, I've tailored these descriptions to how people actually find content on each platform. For Libsyn, the focus is on scannabilit...

The Option Block 1450: Live from the FIA Boca Conference 2026

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Volatility is back with a vengeance! In this special episode, Mark Longo reports live from the FIA Boca Conference 2026 while the markets take a nose...

The Hot Options Report: 03-06-26

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The market may be melting down, but the options tape is heating up! Join us for the Friday, March 6th edition of The Hot Options Report as we wrap up ...

Volatility Views 671: Revenge of the Loggins?

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The VIX is screaming higher, hitting a 27 handle as the "Danger Zone" officially reopens. On this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo is joined by...

TWIFO 487: An Explosive Week in Energy, Equity, Crypto and More

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The markets are anything but calm this week. Join host Mark Longo and special guest Erik Norland, Chief Economist at CME Group, as they break down a h...

The Option Block 1449: Yet Another Blood-Red Thursday

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The markets are seeing red, and the "Flowmaster" Henry Schwartz is back to take the blame for another Thursday sell-off! Join Mark Longo, Uncle Mike T...

The Hot Options Report: 03-05-26

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down the stocks dominating the options market and the trades lighting up the tape. Nvidia...

Wide World of Options: Dealer's Choice: When Market Makers Meet Main Street

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder what separates the folks pricing options on a trading floor from you clicking "buy" on your phone? In this episode of Wide World of Option...

The Futures Rundown 68: Energy is Inescapable

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Energy is the "800-pound gorilla" in the markets this week. As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz becomes a cr...

Options Boot Camp 380: Let's Get Dangerous with 0DTE Iron Condors

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Fall in, recruits! Today, we're taking one of the most classic range-bound strategies and putting it through the 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) ringer...

The Hot Options Report: 03-04-26

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another high-octane episode of the Hot Options Report, your premier source for insight into the fast-moving options market. Today, we break...

The Crypto Rundown 310: CRCL Hysteria and Bitcoin Conspiracies

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Crypto Rundown 310: COIN Hysteria, Jane Street Algos, and Bitcoin Conspiracies Is Bitcoin being suppressed by institutional algorithms? This week ...

The Hot Options Report: 03-02-26

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Host Mark Longo returns to wrap up a fascinating trading day where macro trends took center stage, but the "Golden Sweeps" revealed massive institutio...

The Option Block 1448: A Surprising Lack of Demolition in the Market

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Despite a weekend filled with geopolitical turmoil and the outbreak of open war in the Middle East, the markets opened Monday with a surprising amount...

The Hot Options Report: 02-27-26

28 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Puts Everywhere: Inside the 0DTE Index Scan & Nvidia's Earnings Aftershocks The options market didn't just walk into the weekend; it sprinted. On this...

Volatility Views 670: Vol Patterns and the Riddle of UVIX

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tech wreckage is cutting the knees off the market, and the volatility panel is seeing red. This week, Mark Longo, Mark Sebastian, and Russell Rhoads d...

TWIFO 486: Widowmakers and Lethal Weapons

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of This Week in Futures Options, Mark Longo and Carley Garner of DeCarley Trading dive into a turbulent week across the CME Group comp...

The Option Block 1447: Nvidia Wreckage, Blackberry Bulls, and Robot Butlers

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The markets are seeing red this Thursday as the "Mag 10" takes a hit. On this episode of The Option Block, Mark Longo is joined by Henry Schwartz from...

The Hot Options Report: 02-26-26

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's a "Wild Thursday" on the Hot Options Report as Mark Longo breaks down a high-velocity day in the options market. Following the highly anticipated...

Options Boot Camp 379: AI Round 3 -Earnings Trading

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the "drill instructors" Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli return for Round 3 of their battle against the machines. With Nvidia (NVDA) ear...