In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss the current meme stocks being traded right now, the SEC charges against wash trades in meme stock options, misunderstood options strategies, tips on trading options on metals, trading butterflies, and much more.
Sep 30, 2021•38 min•Ep. 154
In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss the current MEME stocks being traded right now, options assignment, calendar spreads, the Greeks, and much more.
Sep 22, 2021•37 min•Ep. 153
In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss the current market environment. They also talk about options assignments, options expiration, gamma exposure, and much more.
Sep 15, 2021•39 min•Ep. 152
In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss the current market environment. They also talk about the rise of weeklies (the history, what prompted them, examples, etc.) and much more.
Sep 08, 2021•45 min•Ep. 151
In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss the current market environment. They also answer your questions about gamma pinning, meme stock trading, and much more.
Sep 01, 2021•43 min•Ep. 150
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring In this episode, Mark and Dan answer your questions about what is the main driver of this latest round of volatility, how expected move informs trading decisions, limit orders, why media reports options in notional terms, and much more.
Aug 25, 2021•37 min•Ep. 149
In this episode, Mark answers your questions about ITM puts, how expected move informs your trading decisions, what the actual Options Playbook is, suggestions on becoming a better trader, and much more.
Aug 18, 2021•40 min•Ep. 148
In this episode, Mark and Dan host an epic trader psychology spectacular with practical tips and tricks for how to deal with the psychological aspect of trading including what is the endowment effect; FOMO vs. FOGS; how rules and scaling can help you evolve your psychology and much more.
Aug 11, 2021•56 min•Ep. 147
In this episode, Mark and Dan answer your questions about how to become a professional trader; if you can direct open interest; additional thoughts about Robinhood; and much more.
Aug 05, 2021•28 min•Ep. 146
In this episode, Mark and Dan: Talk about skew (what is it, how is it measured, what is it used for, skew vs. term structure, how do you trade it using options, etc.) Discuss whether the skew index is a good measure of future tail risk in the S&P 500 Look at a put credit spread strategy vs. an iron condor And much more
Jul 28, 2021•40 min•Ep. 145
In this episode, Mark and Dan answer your questions about: AMC 145 calls Your feedback on the Robinhood scandal The best/worst brokers for new options traders Brokers using automation to approve options accounts Will the real Options Playbook please stand up? F-bomb Passarelli and much more...
Jul 20, 2021•33 min•Ep. 144
In this episode, Mark and Dan: Discuss trading options during earnings season Look at earnings volatility Talk about the development of an earnings trading system Discuss trading Apple options during earnings Explain what happens to time decay during earnings week And much more
Jul 14, 2021•33 min•Ep. 143
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
Jul 07, 2021•44 min•Ep. 142
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
Jul 01, 2021•44 min•Ep. 141
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...
Jun 23, 2021•36 min•Ep. 140
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...
Jun 16, 2021•42 min•Ep. 139
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...
Jun 09, 2021•32 min•Ep. 138
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 .
Jun 05, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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
Jun 02, 2021•35 min•Ep. 137
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 to close/roll your covered calls The most effective, and cheapest, ways to protect your gains using o...
Jun 01, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 1
In this episode, Mark and Dan provide insight on gamma scalping and answer your (many) questions about covered calls.
May 26, 2021•36 min•Ep. 136
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...
May 19, 2021•35 min•Ep. 135
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...confusing?
May 12, 2021•32 min•Ep. 134
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...
May 05, 2021•32 min•Ep. 133
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...
Apr 29, 2021•39 min•Ep. 132
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...
Apr 29, 2021•39 min•Ep. 132
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...
Apr 13, 2021•43 min•Ep. 131
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...
Apr 07, 2021•37 min•Ep. 130
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...
Mar 31, 2021•40 min•Ep. 129
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.
Mar 24, 2021•40 min•Ep. 128