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Volatility Views is the premier radio program for volatility traders. With leading industry guests and detailed analysis of volatility products, this program takes you inside the world of volatility trading like never before. If you are an experienced options trader looking to expand your understanding of volatility, or if you are simply curious about VIX and other volatility products, then this i... more

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The Fed delivered another volatile week, but the market's rapid rebound left VIX back in the mid-teens and raised fresh questions about whether traders are becoming too complacent.

Host Mark Longo and Russell Rhoads examine the market's reaction to... more

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Volatility wakes up from its late-summer slumber on this episode of Volatility Views as Mark Longo and Russell Rhoads break down a surprisingly active stretch across the volatility markets.

VIX briefly pushed above 18 before retreating, VIX options... more

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The theta clock is ticking on the volatility markets!

On this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo is joined by Brian Overby from OptionsPlaybook.com and Henry Schwartz from Cboe for a deep dive into a surprisingly quiet volatility landscape.

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On this episode of Volatility Views, host Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads, Mark Sebastian, and Jim Carroll to ask whether the volatility market is practically daring traders to sell vol.

The crew breaks down a wild week featuring Treasury in... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Saliba
Trading veteran mentioned as a guest
Episode: Volatility Views 692: We Dare You to Sell Vol
Jim Rhoads
Dr. Jim, commentator from Academic Market Insights
Academic Market Insights
Episode: Volatility Views 692: We Dare You to Sell Vol
Richard Excell
Professor at Derivatives Trading Academy; referenced as Mr. Rich Excell
Derivatives Trading Academy; University of Illinois (joked)
Episode: Volatility Views 691: Volatility Survivors
Mike Thompson
Managing partner at Thompson Capital
Thompson Capital
Episode: Volatility Views 687: Semi Shocks and Volatility Haircuts
Matt Thompson
Managing partner at Thompson Capital
Thompson Capital
Episode: Volatility Views 687: Semi Shocks and Volatility Haircuts
Hans Albrecht
Guest from Option Pit, veteran market maker and ETF/volatility trader
Option Pit
Episode: Volatility Views 679: OIC Surprises, Upside Crashes and Evil Hanses
Mark Sebastian
Mr. Meatball, options trader and educator
Option Pit
Episode: Volatility Views 678: Damn The Vol Torpedoes...Full Speed Ahead!
Scott Nations
Founder of Nations Indexes, volatility index author
Nations Indexes
Episode: Volatility Views 676: Are these Bizarro Markets?
Andrew Giovinazzi
Trader on Options Pit
OptionPit.com
Episode: Volatility Views 675: Did the Ceasefire Kill Volatility?

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Mark Longo
Host of The Options Insider Radio Network; lead host focused on volatility analysis and market structure.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Great Work

    One of the few innovative, yet consistent formats that deals with the most peculiar aspects of the volatility options market. Keep up the great work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    THAAD07
    United States3 years ago
  • It's Great!

    Extremely insightful information, delivered by a very knowledgable (and affable) group, with great guests on frequent episodes. Particularly appreciate the cogent insights of Don Schlesinger. Great job guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EastWave
    United States14 years ago

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- Hosts balance depth with accessible banter, keeping topics engaging.
- Guests provide practical trading ideas and data-driven analysis.
- Audience praises insightful volatility coverage and strong guests.

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Volatility Views 689: Return of the Volatility Nomad
Q: What was catching your eye in the world of volatility futures this week?
Michael noted that futures were trading relatively close to spot VIX, suggesting traders were not overly worried about the near term, while broader sentiment remained cautious and awaiting clearer signals from macro events.
Volatility Views 686: The Great VIX Striptease
Q: Scott, what caught your eye in the vol space last week, especially with the truncated holiday week?
Scott noted that despite the short week, the focus was on the same big themes—volatility regimes, earnings-driven moves, and the evolving structure of VIX futures—with particular attention to how NASDAQ dynamics were leading the market and how Valdex diverged from the S&P 500.
Volatility Views 656: Decomposing the VIX
Q: What is the VIX Decomposition Tool?
It breaks down VIX movements into components like expected moves, shifts in sentiments, and volatility curves, helping traders understand underlying market behaviors.
Volatility Views 654: Halloween Spooktacular
Q: Are you feeling suitably spooky on this Halloween vol spooktacular?
Yes, the atmosphere is definitely spooky due to market conditions and movements.
Volatility Views 654: Halloween Spooktacular
Q: What is catching your eye in a bit of a Halloween spooktacular market?
Surprising rollover in the markets, with the VIX rising unexpectedly despite a lack of news.

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Volatility-focused discussions dominate, with lively debates on VIX, VIX futures and related products, unusual option activity, and risk management in a fast-paced, data-driven format. Regulars and guests dissect current market regimes, earning-driven volatility, and the evolving landscape of levered and inverse volatility vehicles, delivering actionable trade ideas and market structure insights. The show stands out for its practical depth, recurring guests who are practitioners and researchers, and a blend of sharp analysis with lighthearted banter that keeps complex topics accessible to experienced traders and analytics-minded audiences alike.

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