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OICs Wide World of Options

The Options Insider Radio Network
Options Trading
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Hosted by Mark Benzaquen, OIC Instructor and Principal, Investor Education at OCC®, the OIC Wide World of Options podcast will feature a dynamic mix of current events, investor resources and strategy insights.

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From election contracts to crypto derivatives, a new generation of markets is raising complex questions about oversight, jurisdiction and investor protection. In this all-new episode of Wide World of Options, former CFTC commissioner Dawn Stump sits ... more

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of options trading but what does that actually mean? In this episode of Wide World of Options, host Mark Benzaquen welcomes Financial AI founder and CEO, Pouya Taahol, as he breaks down how investors are... more

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 just as much as the destination itself. In this latest episode of the Wide World of Options podcast, h... more

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 Options, host Mark Benzaquen welcomes market maker Wes Breton of Breton Holdings, LLC to help break down t... more

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Dawn Stump
Former CFTC Commissioner and principal of Stump Strategic
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Episode: Wide World of Options: The New Frontier: Crypto, Prediction Markets, and the Regulators Watching It All
Pouya Taahol
CEO and founder of Financial AI
Financial AI
Episode: Wide World of Options: Demystifying AI in Options Trading
Wes Breton
Wes Breton of Breton Holdings LLC
Breton Holdings LLC
Episode: Wide World of Options: Dealer's Choice: When Market Makers Meet Main Street
Dr. Alan Ellman
President of The Blue Collar Investor Corp.
The Blue Collar Investor Corp.
Episode: Wide World of Options: Options for (Premium) Income: Unpacking Covered Calls & Cash-Secured Puts
Dan Passarelli
The beauty and brains behind Market Taker Mentoring
Market Taker Mentoring
Episode: Wide World of Options: Market Madness, AI Boom and a 2026 Outlook
Bill O'Keefe
Director of Derivative Sales at Cboe Global Markets
Cboe Global Markets
Episode: Wide World of Options: ETFs, Indices, and More…Oh My!
Luis Silva
Options educator and creator of educational content for the Hispanic community.
Sigma Options
Episode: Wide World of Options: Up, Down, or Sideways: Potential Profits With an Iron Condor
Tony Zhang
Chief Strategist of OptionsPlay and frequent on air contributor to CNBC
OptionsPlay
Episode: Wide World of Options: Up, Down, and All Around: Decoding Calendar & Diagonal Spreads
Jermal Chandler
Host of Tasty Lives, Engineering the Trade, prolific educator in the options space
TastyTrade
Episode: Wide World of Options: Tales from the Road: The Evolution of Retail

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Mark Benzaquen
Host of Wide World of Options; OIC Instructor and Principal, Investor Education at OCC (Options Industry Council).

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Thanks!!

    I appreciate how you simplify things for beginners!! So much help and knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cqrafhjh
    United States3 years ago
  • It’s not as good as...

    OIC’s other podcasts on options.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    The Woodman in Cleveland
    United States7 years ago
  • Yes

    🎂🎂🎂🤔🤔🤔😀😀😀

    Knowledge and lots of it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hhdxvhf
    Australia10 years ago

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Wide World of Options: Path Dependency: When Getting from Point A to Point B Isn't Always a Straight Line
Q: What would you say to a retail investor about applying these concepts today?
Focus on understanding the price path of the underlying, don't rely solely on end-of-period numbers, and use intraday volatility measures to guide option selection and hedging decisions. This approach can improve pricing intuition and risk management.
Wide World of Options: Path Dependency: When Getting from Point A to Point B Isn't Always a Straight Line
Q: Are there practical tools or visuals you use to illustrate path dependency for subscribers?
Yes, including simple race-type demonstrations of paths under different market scenarios and tools that simulate path outcomes to show how different trajectories can produce different P&L results even if endpoints are the same.
Wide World of Options: Path Dependency: When Getting from Point A to Point B Isn't Always a Straight Line
Q: What role do the Greeks play in path dependency, specifically gamma vs. theta?
Gamma represents acceleration of delta and becomes critical when large moves occur, especially near expiration, while theta is time decay that generally works in the investor's favor over time; understanding their interaction helps decide when to hold, roll, or hedge positions.
Wide World of Options: Path Dependency: When Getting from Point A to Point B Isn't Always a Straight Line
Q: How can the average investor track and use path dependency in practice?
Track intraday moves and consider not just ending prices but the volatility path, using measures like realized volatility and intraday ranges to inform hedging and position sizing. This helps anticipate how options may be priced relative to their actual price journeys.
Wide World of Options: Out With the Old, In With the New: A Look at Options for the New Year
Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to learn about Options trading this New Year?
Start by building a solid foundation, understand the terminology, and know your risk tolerance and trading style.

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Frequently Asked Questions About OICs Wide World of Options

What is OICs Wide World of Options about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently explores options trading through a practical, education-forward lens, featuring industry insiders, regulators, educators, and seasoned traders. Episodes routinely cover strategies, market mechanics, regulatory developments, and technology's role in trading, with a steady thread of real-world examples, risk management tips, and accessibility for retail investors. A notable strength is the blend of technical depth with approachable storytelling, aided by frequent guest experts and long-time host insights that help translate complex concepts into actionable ideas for listeners.

Noteworthy for potential sponsors and guests: the program frequently hosts industry leaders and educators who focus on options education, market... more

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2. Pouya Taahol
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