Rephonic
Artwork for This Week in Futures Options

This Week in Futures Options

The Options Insider Radio Network
Natural Gas
Silver
Futures Options Market
CME Group
Gold
Crude Oil
Natgas
Futures Options
Corn
Inflation
Equities
Soybeans
Volatility
Russell 2000
Bitcoin
Ninja Trader
Agricultural Commodities
Copper
Russell Indexes
Geopolitical Events

Gold, crude oil, corn, soybeans and more - with so many tradeable products the futures options market is an intimidating place. How can you possibly keep track of the latest trading activity across so many different products? Don't worry - we've got you covered. Welcome to This Week in Futures Options - the program designed to help active futures options traders stay on top of this ever-changing m... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes500Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
InvestingBusiness

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for This Week in Futures Options

Latest Episodes

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 action and triple-digit volatility in WTI Crude Oil, where mining in the Straits of Hormuz and tanker... more

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 historic surge in volatility across every major asset class. From geopolitical tensions driving doubl... more

YouTube

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 complex. From the post-Nvidia "bloodletting" in the equities to the persistent volatility in the energy ... more

YouTube

In this action-packed episode, Mark Longo and Scott Bauer of Prosper Trading Academy dissect a market where standard playbooks are being thrown out the window. From "meme-style" moves in Silver to heavy hedging in the S&P 500, we break down the insti... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Futures Rundown
The Futures RundownThe Options Insider Radio Network
Options Boot Camp
Options Boot CampThe Options Insider Radio Network
Chat With Traders
Chat With TradersIan Cox and Tessa Dao

Recent Guests

Erik Norland
Chief Economist at CME Group
CME Group
Episode: TWIFO 487: An Explosive Week in Energy, Equity, Crypto and More
Rich Excell
Headmaster of the Derivatives Trading Academy
University of Illinois
Episode: TWIFO 480: Stunning Small Caps, Rotating Rates and Scary Silver!!!
Russell Rhoads
A participant in volatility discussions and expert on commodities.
Indiana University
Episode: TWIFO 474: Hoarding Gold For Terrifying Reasons
Giovanni Vicioso
Global head of cryptocurrency products at CME Group
CME Group
Episode: TWIFO 471: Shaking up the Crypto Complex
Rich Excel
Financial expert with a focus on derivatives trading and market analysis.
CME Group
Episode: TWIFO 459: Fed Dissent Amid A Historic Move For Copper
Dr. Russell Rhoads
Involved in the Kelly School of Business and frequent contributor to the network.
Kelly School of Business
Episode: TWIFO 458: Shockingly Flat Skew in the Widow Maker
Nick Howard
Founder of Bantix and creator of QuikStrike
Bantix
Episode: TWIFO 450: Addicted to Long Gamma in Nat Gas, Gold and more
Uncle Mike Tosaw
Financial advisor at St. Charles Wealth Management
St. Charles Wealth Management
Episode: TWIFO 447: Explosions, Sinking Ships, and Shiny Stuff
Mike Tossaw
Financial advisor specializing in derivatives
St. Charles Wealth Management
Episode: TWIFO 440: Revenge of the Metals & The Sum of All Fears in Equities

Host

Mark Longo
Host of This Week in Futures Options; founder/host of related network programming.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Great show, dynamic and educational!

    Greatly enjoy listening to your guys show, I am just getting into trading futures and am finding your show educational as well as entertaining!

    Keep up the great work :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rocket Labs
    United States9 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate practical, trade-focused insights and real-time market color.
Guests with deep expertise help translate complex options concepts into actionable ideas.
Shows cover a wide range of markets, keeping content fresh and data-driven.

Top Investing Podcasts

The Ramsey Show
The Ramsey ShowRamsey Network
Prof G Markets
Prof G MarketsVox Media Podcast Network
Odd Lots
Odd LotsBloomberg
Wake Up to Wealth
Wake Up to WealthBrandon Brittingham
Financial Audit
Financial AuditCaleb Hammer
Motley Fool Money
Motley Fool MoneyThe Motley Fool
Money Guy Show
Money Guy ShowBrian Preston and Bo Hanson
Retire SMART Podcast
Retire SMART PodcastRetire SMART LLC

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TWIFO 486: Widowmakers and Lethal Weapons
Q: How is the volatility of crude oil and NatGas shaping options strategies right now?
Traders are using a mix of calls and puts with different expirations to capture skew and volatility; NatGas remains a focal point due to its history as the Widowmaker and its potential gamma-driven moves, while crude oil traders are pricing in geopolitical risk and supply/demand dynamics.
TWIFO 486: Widowmakers and Lethal Weapons
Q: What factors are driving the current rotation out of megacap tech into other areas of the market?
Carley suggests capital is seeking safer havens and other growth pockets; there's rotation from tech to materials and energy as investors rebalance and search for yield, with caution about downside risk in tech until a clearer catalyst emerges.
TWIFO 479: A Year of Treacherous and Improbable Events
Q: What do you think of the performance of silver this past year?
Carley mentioned the unusual dynamics that led to silver's performance and highlighted the challenges in trading it due to wide bid-ask spreads.
TWIFO 479: A Year of Treacherous and Improbable Events
Q: What stood out for you looking back at the year 2025 in the world of futures and futures options?
Carley emphasized that it was a year full of improbable events and significant opportunity for trend traders, despite having a challenging year personally.
TWIFO 471: Shaking up the Crypto Complex
Q: What motivates CME Group to add new cryptocurrency products?
Client demand and having clear risk management problems that clients face are crucial factors.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Week in Futures Options

What is This Week in Futures Options about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on active trading in the futures options space, with a laser focus on volatility, hedging, and strategy across equities, energy, and commodities. Episodes commonly feature hands-on discussions of options flow, skew, and time-to-expiry dynamics, plus real-time trade ideas and broker-facing insights. Guests include experienced traders and analysts who share actionable tactics for navigating risk, along with updates on markets like crude oil, natural gas, gold, silver, and various agricultural products. The format stands out for practical, trader-to-trader commentary and frequent reference to industry resources and market data, making it valuable for listeners who want tactical takeaways and a clearer sense of current market ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for This Week in Futures Options?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for This Week in Futures Options. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to This Week in Futures Options and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does This Week in Futures Options get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for This Week in Futures Options, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for This Week in Futures Options?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for This Week in Futures Options, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does This Week in Futures Options have?

To see how many followers or subscribers This Week in Futures Options has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to This Week in Futures Options?

These podcasts share a similar audience with This Week in Futures Options:

1. The Futures Rundown
2. Options Boot Camp
3. Chat With Traders
4. The Day Trading Show
5. The Option Alpha Podcast

How many episodes of This Week in Futures Options are there?

This Week in Futures Options launched 10 years ago and published 500 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact This Week in Futures Options?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for This Week in Futures Options?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for This Week in Futures Options from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for This Week in Futures Options?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of This Week in Futures Options. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on This Week in Futures Options?

Recent guests on This Week in Futures Options include:

1. Erik Norland
2. Rich Excell
3. Russell Rhoads
4. Giovanni Vicioso
5. Rich Excel
6. Dr. Russell Rhoads
7. Nick Howard
8. Uncle Mike Tosaw

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days