The Options Insider Radio Network

The Futures Rundown 67: Who the Hell Knows about Crypto, Coffee, Cocoa and More?

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 b...

The Hot Options Report: 02-25-26

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 m...

The European Market Brief 19: Rocking & Rolling in Rates

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

The Hot Options Report: 02-24-26

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 mas...

The Hot Options Report: 02-23-26

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Market volatility took center stage this Monday as traders pivoted their focus toward macro indexes, leaving single-name options volume fighting for t...

The Crypto Rundown 309: Is Skew Showing the Sky is Falling?

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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" marke...

The Option Block 1446: Easy Rice, Bloody Markets and Looming Canadian Invasions

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 an...

The Hot Options Report: 02-20-26

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Volatility Views 669: Flashing Warning Signals?

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the market teetering on the edge of a "seminal collapse"? On this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo, Mark Sebastian (the "Meatball"), and Rus...

TWIFO 485: From the Equity Put Spread Craze to Meme Stock Metals & Crude's Inflection Point

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this action-packed episode, Mark Longo and Scott Bauer of Prosper Trading Academy dissect a market where standard playbooks are being thrown out th...

The Hot Options Report: 02-19-26

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

The Option Block 1445: FIG's Post-IPO Rollercoaster & The Silver Magnet

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 a...

The Futures Rundown 66: The Madness of Metals, Crypto, Cocoa and More

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 g...

The Hot Options Report: 02-18-26

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Options Boot Camp 378: The Real-World Costs of Hedging

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 m...

The Hot Options Report: 02-17-26

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 Repor...

The Hot Options Report: 02-13-26

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 li...

Volatility Views 668: CPI Spikes, AI Jitters, and the Road to Vol Death Match 2.0

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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") a...

TWIFO 484: Equity Corrections and Silver Stampedes

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the early 2024 equity rally finally facing a reality check? Join Mark Longo and Kevin Green, Senior Markets Correspondent at Schwab Network, as the...

The Hot Options Report: 02-11-26

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

The Option Block 1444: Turning Red

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

The Futures Rundown 65: The Year of Living Dangerously In Gold

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 Presid...

Options Boot Camp 377: ODTE Tales of Adventure and Woe

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 Passarell...

The Hot Options Report: 02-11-26

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 p...

The European Market Brief 18: DAX, 0DTEs and German Cars That Turn Heads

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the "Zero Day" infection spreading across the pond? In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of the Eurozone to see how record levels in the DA...

OIR Interviews: Schwab Tackles Your 0DTE and 24-Hour Trading Questions

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by: JAMES KOSTULIAS, HEAD OF TRADING SERVICES AT CHARLES SCHWAB James tackles your questions about: The new 0dte e...

The Hot Options Report: 02-10-26

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Volatility takes a breather as the market braces for a rare midweek jobs report. We break down the top products lighting up the options tape, from mas...

The Hot Options Report: 02-09-26

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Mark Longo for the Monday, February 9th edition of The Hot Options Report. While the broad market wasn't "blowing the doors off," active traders ...

The Crypto Rundown 308: Shocking Drama in BTC, ETH, MSTR, CRCL, IBIT and More

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The crypto markets are in the midst of absolute madness, and this episode of The Crypto Rundown breaks down every twist and turn of this high-stakes s...

The Option Block 1443: How to Get Punched in the Face by Your Broker

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Option Block, Mark Longo, "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi dive into a wild week of market reversal...

The Hot Options Report: 02-06-26

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nvidia Leads 4.3M Contract Surge as VIX Crumbles! The "reversal Friday" everyone was looking for finally arrived. In this episode, we track the mass...

Volatility Views 667: A Volatility Bloodletting

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The market witnessed a wild week of price action, shifting from a tech-led "bloodletting" to a massive Friday reversal. In this episode, Mark Longo, R...

TWIFO 483: Giving the Big Adios to Equities, Crypto and Silver

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of This Week in Futures Options (TWIFO) captures a high-stakes, "all-red" day across the global markets. Host Mark Longo and veteran anal...

The Option Block 1442: Blood-Red Markets and the Death of DUOL

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Blood-Red Markets and the Death of DUOL The markets are bleeding red, and volatility is finally taking center stage. In this episode of The Option Blo...

The Hot Options Report: 02-05-26

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The "Monster" is back in the spotlight! On this episode of The Hot Options Report, host Mark Longo breaks down an explosive session dominated by Micro...

Wide World of Options: Options for (Premium) Income: Unpacking Covered Calls & Cash-Secured Puts

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Two of the most popular strategies for generating income through options are covered calls and cash-secured puts. In this episode of Wide World of Opt...

The Futures Rundown 64: Fallout from the Metals Apocalypse

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The metals markets are reeling after a historic "Metals Apocalypse," and The Futures Rundown is here to pick up the pieces. Host Mark Longo is joined ...

The Hot Options Report: 02-04-26

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Mark Longo for a high-octane breakdown of a "mostly blood red" Wednesday in the options market. While the broader indices took a hit, specific na...

Options Boot Camp 376: Tesla, Trading Scams and the Wisdom of Geena Davis

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive into the high-velocity world of single-name zero-days-to-expiration (0DTE) op...

The Hot Options Report: 02-03-26

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kick the tires and light the fires! In this Tuesday edition of The Hot Options Report, host Mark Longo breaks down an "average" day on the tape where ...

The Crypto Rundown 307: Is it Time to Hedge your Crypto?

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As Bitcoin slides back toward the $78,000 level and Ethereum feels the pressure, the "H" word is back on everyone's mind: Hedging. Is the crypto marke...

The Hot Options Report: 02-02-26

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Hot Options Report for Monday, February 2, 2026. Today marks a historic "game changer" in the derivatives market as we witness the offi...

The Option Block 1441: The Super Sexy Worlds of Silver and Substrates

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The silver market just faced a massive "annihilation," and the Option Block panel is here to pick up the pieces. Join Mark Longo, Andrew "The Rock Lob...

The Hot Options Report: 01-30-26

31 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The markets are closing out the week with a massive "banger," but not for the reasons bulls were hoping for. Between a historic "Metals Apocalypse" an...

Volatility Views 666: Metals Apocalypse

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A historic rout in the precious metals markets steals the spotlight this week on Volatility Views. From silver's massive 25% intraday drop to the nami...

TWIFO 482: Riding the Storm in Small Caps, Crude, Silver and...Rough Rice?

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of This Week in Futures Options (TWIFO) captures a market in transition. As we move through January 2026, the "All-In" equity trade is fa...

The Option Block 1440: MSFT vs META vs TSLA vs The WULF!!!!

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The markets are seeing red as a wild earnings week takes center stage. From the "Tale of Two Techs" (Microsoft vs. Meta) to a massive volatility spike...

The Hot Options Report: 01-29-26

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Episode Summary Earnings season is in full swing, and the options tape is absolutely on fire. Host Mark Longo breaks down a massive day of paper, wher...

The European Market Brief 17: Taking The Leap: Mastering European Derivatives

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is it time to diversify beyond the U.S. and take the "Leap" into European markets? 📍 In this episode, host Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads (...

The Futures Rundown 63: What the Heck Is Going On In Silver?

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of The Futures Rundown explores the explosive, and frankly "crazy," price action currently dominating the metals complex. Host Mark Longo...

The Hot Options Report: 01-28-26

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of The Hot Options Report tackles a high-stakes "Fed Day" session as the market navigates a steady policy hold and a massive wave of "Mag...

Options Boot Camp 375: 0dte Options and the Dangers of Contra-Exercise

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Options Boot Camp dives into one of the most significant shifts in the equity markets: the arrival of 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) o...

Options Playbook Radio 461: Escape the UNH Trap

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tired of trying to find UNH cheese and just want out of the trap? In this episode, we break down a front spread, also known as a call ratio spread, bu...

The Hot Options Report: 01-27-26

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a wild Tuesday in the options pits where the "usual suspects" shared the stage with ...

The Crypto Rundown 306: Is It Time to Strangle Bitcoin and ETH?

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The Crypto Rundown, Mark Longo is joined by Greg Magadini, Director of Derivatives at Amberdata, to break down a wild start to the ...

The Hot Options Report: 01-26-26

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We kick off the trading week by breaking down a "light" but high-impact session on the options tape. Despite a lower overall volume day, the big stori...

The Option Block 1439: Skeletor is Lurking

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Skeletor is lurking, the metals are screaming, and the earnings gauntlet has begun! In episode 1439 of The Option Block, Mark Longo and the All-Star p...

Volatility Views 665: Masters of the Volatility Universe

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Council of Elders Reconvenes: The Greenland Siege and the Power of Gamma In this episode of Volatility Views, the Council of Elders—Mark Longo, ...

The Option Block 1438: Live from the STAC 100th Anniversary Conference

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Option Block goes on the road! This week, Mark Longo is coming to you live from the Securities Traders Association (STA) 100th Anniversary event i...

TWIFO 481: Geopolitical Volatility, Greenland Tensions, and the Nasdaq Put Surge

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Geopolitical drama is back on the menu, and the futures options markets are feeling the heat. In this episode of This Week in Futures Options (TWIFO),...

The Hot Options Report: 01-22-26

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a respectable day on the options tape, where it took over 522,000 contracts just to ...

The Futures Rundown 62: The Greenland Trade War & Precious Metals Surge | Silver, Nat Gas, Lithium

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Longo breaks down a tumultuous week 3 of 2026 as geopolitical tensions over Greenland drive massive futures volume. The first three weeks of 2026...

The Hot Options Report: 01-21-26

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The options tape was lighting up on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, as the market clawed back from a bruising session. Tech roared back to life, led by a...

Options Boot Camp 374: Masters of the Volatility Universe

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli take a nostalgic trip back to the 80s to become the Masters of the Volatility Universe. Whether you're ...

The Hot Options Report: 01-20-26

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The "Greenland Effect" took hold of the tape this Tuesday as geopolitical friction sent the markets into a sea of red. In this episode of The Hot Opti...

The Hot Options Report: 01-16-2026

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Mark Longo for the Friday, January 16th edition of the Hot Options Report as he breaks down a "banger" of a day in the options market. On a day w...

Volatility Views 664: A Terrible Year for Negative Correlation

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mark Longo is joined by Dr VIX Russell Rhoads and Andrew Giovinazzi (The Rock Lobster) to conduct a "post-mortem" on 2025 and break d...

TWIFO 480: Stunning Small Caps, Rotating Rates and Scary Silver!!!

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is Silver the new meme stock? Are Small Caps finally ready to lead the pack? Join Mark Longo of The Options Insider and special guest Rich Excell from...

The Option Block 1437: It's All About Silver, Biotechs and Nvidia

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The markets are showing a splash of green as we break down a wild week in trading with The Flowmaster Henry Schwartz (Cboe Global Markets) and Uncle M...

The Hot Options Report: 01-15-2026

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's a massive Thursday on the Hot Options Report (THOR) as host Mark Longo breaks down one of the most active trading sessions of 2026 so far. With n...