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The Option Block All-Star Panel breaks down the latest developments in the options market, analyzes unusual options activity, explains cutting-edge options strategies, answers listener questions and much more. Whether you're an active options trader or just getting started in the options market, The Option Block will keep you informed and entertained.

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The Option Block 1347: The Wild Year Continues..

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block. On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the markets including VIX Talk about the most active equity options for the day including DJT, AAPL Examine the latest unusual options activity in PTON Hedging strategies And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, The Option Pit

58 min
6 JAN

The Option Block 1346: The Champ Is Here!

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block. On this episode, we: Crown our 80's trivia winner for 2024 Discuss the latest in the markets Talk about the most active equity options for the day including FUBO Look at the options volume for December and all of 2024 Examine the latest unusual options activity in CPNG, WBD And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, The Option Pit

1 hr
2 JAN

The Option Block 1345: The Madness That Was 2024 - Part 1

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 what stands out to us as big stories from last year Talk about the most active equity options for the day including AAPL Examine the latest unusual options activity in MSTX, WOLF, TIGR The importance of having an entry point and an exit point with your trades Share what we are looking at for the end of the week/going into next week And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets “Uncle” Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Check out the Trade of the Day Insights Newsletter from Trade Alert - Request access to admin@trade-alert.com

1h 1m
30/12/2024

The Option Block 1344: A Popeye Market to End the Year

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the markets Talk about the most active equity options for the day including COIN, MARA Examine the latest unusual options activity in OPT, MQ, WOLF Suggest looking back at your trading year Ask which asset class you think will have the most upside potential in 2025 And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, The Option Pit 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 strategies carry additional risk. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request. If you are enrolled in our Options Order Flow Rebate Program, The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our Fee Schedule, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions. Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options to learn more. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information.

1h 2m
23/12/2024

The Option Block 1343: Sand Worms and Drone Wars

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the markets including VIX Talk about the most active equity options for the day including APA, AVGO, AAPL Examine the latest unusual options activity in EMKR, LWLG Look at closing out short options And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, The Option Pit 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 strategies carry additional risk. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request. If you are enrolled in our Options Order Flow Rebate Program, The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our Fee Schedule, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions. Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options to learn more. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information.

1h 1m
19/12/2024

The Option Block 1342: The Fed Goes On A Rampage

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 yesterday being the 6th most active options volume day ever and the 2nd biggest jump in percentage terms in VIX history Debate what the Fed is doing right now Talk about the most active equity options for the day Look at earnings season volatility including DRI, NIKE Examine the latest unusual options activity in BE, GOOG, QUBT Share what we are looking at for the end of the week/going into next week And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets “Uncle” Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Check out the Trade of the Day Insights Newsletter from Trade Alert - Request access to admin@trade-alert.com

1h 1m
16/12/2024

The Option Block 1341: Monday Afternoon's Main Event

We’re back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Public. On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the markets including small caps, tech Talk about the most active equity options for the day including MSTR, PTLR Look at earnings volatility in MU, DRI, FDX, NKE Examine the latest unusual options activity in MLCO, BBAI, RMNI Consider buying put options And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, The Option Pit 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 strategies carry additional risk. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request. If you are enrolled in our Options Order Flow Rebate Program, The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our Fee Schedule, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions. Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options to learn more. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information.

59 min
12/12/2024

The Option Block 1340: Wild Chip Stocks and Breaking The Blockchain!

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 VIX calls Talk about the most active equity options for the day Look at earnings season volatility including ADBE, COST, MU, FDX Examine the latest unusual options activity in HIMX, GOOG, GOOGL, MLCO Share what we are looking at for the end of the week/going into next week And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets Dan "The Black Hatted" Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring “Uncle” Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Check out the Trade of the Day Insights Newsletter from Trade Alert - Request access to admin@trade-alert.com

1h 1m

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The Option Block All-Star Panel breaks down the latest developments in the options market, analyzes unusual options activity, explains cutting-edge options strategies, answers listener questions and much more. Whether you're an active options trader or just getting started in the options market, The Option Block will keep you informed and entertained.