Options Boot Camp
Options Boot Camp is an educational podcast focused on options trading. It covers topics from basic to complex strategies. Listeners can submit their own questions to be answered on the show.
Episodes
Options Boot Camp 404: WTH Are PERPS?
What the heck are PERPS—and why are they suddenly everywhere? On this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli tackle one of the hottest topics in the derivatives world: perpetual futures, better known as perps. They break down how perpetual futures work, why they don't have expiration dates, how they differ from traditional futures contracts, and why eliminating expiration also
Options Boot Camp 403: Double Calendars Part 2: Electric Boogaloo!
The double calendar saga continues! On this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli head back into the trenches for another deep dive into double calendar spreads—this time focusing on one of the biggest questions from listeners: How do you actually manage these trades once they're on? Dan breaks down his approach to double calendar management, including what happens when the u
Options Boot Camp 402: Double Calendars and the Fall of Constantinople
What do double calendar spreads and the Fall of Constantinople have in common? More than you might think. On this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli use a memorable historical analogy to explain one of Dan's favorite advanced options strategies: the double calendar spread. The discussion covers: What a double calendar spread actually is Why it can be viewed as a "strangle
Options Boot Camp 401: That Magical Buffett Premium
The Warren Buffett conversation continues! After the response to our 400th episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli head back to the mailbag to tackle even more listener questions about the Oracle of Omaha and his approach to options. On this episode, we discuss: Are covered calls compatible with Buffett's buy-and-hold philosophy? Would Buffett ever use LEAPS instead of buying stock? Is "getting pa
Options Boot Camp 400: How to Trade Options Like Warren Buffett
Can one of the world's greatest long-term investors teach options traders a thing or two? To celebrate the 400th episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo welcomes Dan Passarelli and special guest Russell Rhoads for a fascinating deep dive into Warren Buffett's real options strategies. While Buffett famously called derivatives "financial weapons of mass destruction," the reality is far more nuanced
Options Boot Camp 399: Fun with Flow, SPCX Pain and General Tomfoolery
Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive deep into the mailbag to break down the mechanics behind the explosive growth of the options market and answer your burning strategy questions. The guys unpack a historic month in the industry—June 2026 pulled in a mind-blowing 1.6 billion contracts—and debate what this massive wave of liquidity actually means for retail traders. Is the market becoming too effici
Options Boot Camp 398: The Perils of Trading While Traveling
In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli hold a crucial discussion on the realities, logistics, and hidden dangers of trading while traveling. They break down their personal rules of thumb for managing risk on the move, why 24-hour trading might eliminate our last remaining "mini-vacations," and how to handle your portfolio so you can actually enjoy your time off. Plus, the drill instructors
Options Boot Camp 397: Super-Sized VIX Extravaganza
What exactly is the VIX? How is it calculated? Why doesn't it always move opposite the market? And what's really driving VIX futures, options and volatility ETPs? This week on Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo welcomes back the legendary "Dr. VIX" himself, Russell Rhoads, for an extended deep dive into the world's most popular volatility index. Whether you're new to volatility trading or looking to sh
Options Boot Camp 396: SPCX Options and Rogue Iron Condors
What happens when paper trading meets the real world? On this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo is joined by Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) and Matt Amberson (ORATS) to tackle one of the biggest challenges for premium sellers: why a single losing iron condor can wipe out weeks of steady gains. The discussion covers practical risk management techniques for credit spreads, when to ta
Options Boot Camp 395: Should You Stop Selling ODTE Options Part 2....The Revenge!!!
Is the 0DTE premium-selling boom finally running out of steam? Or are premium sellers still holding the winning hand? In this highly anticipated follow-up to one of our most popular episodes, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli revisit the question: Should you stop selling 0DTE options? This time, they're armed with something they didn't have before—real intraday backtesting data. Joining the program is
Options Boot Camp 394: Wild Markets, Wacky Puts and Wet Beef
The markets are getting spicy! In this listener-driven episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the sudden return of volatility, wild 245-point S&P 500 swings, and the VIX crossing back over 20. Topics covered include: Buying Straddles: Is a massive market swing the right time to load up on options premium, or are you buying at the absolute top? Is It Too Late for Puts?: How to hedge
Options Boot Camp 393: Are Weekends Dead?
The traditional closing bell is officially on life support. In this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the seismic shift hitting the markets: the transition to 23/5 and 24/7 trading for equities and single-stock options. With Cboe securing SEC approval for 23/5 stock trading and launching extended-hours options trading for top names like Apple, Nvidia, Tesla, an
Options Boot Camp 392: Are Prediction Markets Too Expensive?
Are prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket a rip-off for retail traders? In this episode of Options Boot Camp, drill instructors Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the exact math behind prediction market fees and compare them directly to equity options commissions. They tackle the biggest complaints about event contract fees, payment for order flow, and why wide bid-ask spreads might
Options Boot Camp 391: Geopolitical Risk, Gamma Exposure and Your Deathmatch Wishlists
This week on Options Boot Camp, Mark and Dan tackle one of the biggest questions facing traders right now: Are markets underpricing geopolitical risk? They dive into valuation concerns, global uncertainty, and what traders should really be watching. Plus, they explore whether gamma exposure metrics are becoming essential tools or just another overhyped signal. The mailbag is packed with listener q
Options Boot Camp 390: Goodbye Pattern Day Trading, Hello Margin Calls!!!
The "Pattern Day Trading" (PDT) era is officially coming to an end! In this episode, Dan Passarelli and Mark Longo break down the massive regulatory shift coming on June 4th—which some are calling "Trader Independence Day." FINRA is moving away from the rigid $25,000 account minimum for active traders, but as the old saying goes: be careful what you wish for. In this episode, the drill instructors
Options Boot Camp 389: Live from OIC 2026
The drill instructors are going mobile! This week, Options Boot Camp is reporting for duty live from the 2026 Options Industry Conference (OIC). Host Mark Longo is joined on-site by the "black-hatted one" himself, Dan Passarelli of Market Taker Mentoring, to break down the hottest trends and most controversial topics buzzing on the conference floor. From the rapid evolution of 0DTE (Zero Days to E
Options Boot Camp 388: Should You Stop Selling ODTE Options?
The rise of Zero Day to Expiration (0DTE) options has completely transformed the retail trading landscape, but has the market finally "squeezed the juice" out of premium harvesting? On this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive deep into a "back-of-the-napkin" analysis of 0DTE SPX straddles. They explore whether the massive influx of sellers has pushed premiums so low th
Options Boot Camp 387: Kicking Butt with the Wheel Strategy
The Wheel Strategy is often touted as the ultimate "income generator," but most traders get it wrong because they lack the right mindset. In this episode, Mark Longo is joined by Dan Passarelli to discuss his brand-new book, Build Consistent Wealth with Options. They go beyond the basic mechanics to explore the three pillars of the Wheel, why most retail traders fail when they actually get assigne
Options Boot Camp 386: Tax Tips for Options Traders
It's Tax Day on the network! Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli tackle the most requested topic of the season: how to keep the IRS out of your options profit. From the simplicity of the IRA "end run" to the mathematical beauty of 60/40 tax treatment on Section 1256 contracts (like SPX), the drill instructors break down how to optimize your tax bill. In this episode, we cover: The IRA Advantage: Why t
Options Boot Camp 385: Double Calendar Madness
Can you handle the Double Calendar? In this episode of Options Boot Camp, the drill instructors tackle a strategy never before discussed on the network. Mark Longo is joined by the "Calendar King of Chicago" himself, John Kmiecik from Market Taker Mentoring (MTM), to break down the Double Calendar Spread. John reveals how the addition of Monday and Wednesday expirations for heavy hitters like Nvid
Options Boot Camp 384: Options Fool's Day
Happy April Fool's Day! In this special "Options Fool's Day" edition of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo is joined by guest instructor John Kmiecik from Market Taker Mentoring (filling in for Dan Passarelli, who may or may not be riding donkeys in Santorini). While the spirit of the day is lighthearted, the lessons on what NOT to do are very real. The duo dives into a "too good to be true" scenario i
Options Boot Camp 383: Weekend Risk and Dangerous Donkeys
Is the "Wheel Strategy" making you nervous in a high-volatility market? In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli field listener questions about navigating black swan fears, the "Greeks" you should watch when the market moves fast, and whether the AI narrative in Nvidia still has legs. Dan also prepares for his upcoming trip to Greece by getting some questionable advice from Mark about riding
Options Boot Camp 382: Ways To Play the Oil Madness
Fall in, recruits! Mark Longo is back in the Chi-Town studio, braving the cold to get you into peak options trading shape. With the energy markets in a state of high alert and WTI futures seeing massive volume, your drill instructors are here to break down the complex world of oil. In this week's Options Drills, Mark and Dan Passarelli explore: Going to the Source: The benefits of trading WTI an
Options Boot Camp 381: We've Got Two Questions...One for Each of Ya!
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Options Boot Camp 380: Let's Get Dangerous with 0DTE Iron Condors
Fall in, recruits! Today, we're taking one of the most classic range-bound strategies and putting it through the 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) ringer. Is the Iron Condor the ultimate strategy for the current market environment, or a recipe for disaster? Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the "Great Iron Condor Renaissance." We move past the basic definitions and get into the "drills," apply
Options Boot Camp 379: AI Round 3 -Earnings Trading
In this episode, the "drill instructors" Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli return for Round 3 of their battle against the machines. With Nvidia (NVDA) earnings taking center stage, they put a premium AI model to the test: can a chatbot actually teach you how to trade the "volatility crush," or is it just repeating bad habits? In this episode, you'll learn: The AI Framework: Analyzing the 6-step chec
Options Boot Camp 378: The Real-World Costs of Hedging
On this episode of Options Boot Camp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the real-world price tag of portfolio protection. Using current market examples, they walk through what it costs to hedge SPY with puts across different strikes and timeframes, why "insurance" isn't free, and how volatility levels can dramatically change the math. They also tackle the evergreen debate: SPY/SPX put
Options Boot Camp 377: ODTE Tales of Adventure and Woe
Are 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) options a retail revolution or a "gamma circus"? In this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive deep into the explosion of short-dated equity options and what they mean for your portfolio. From the surge in volume for Tesla and Nvidia to the rise of intraday dispersion trading, the "drill instructors" break down the data and the drama be
Options Boot Camp 376: Tesla, Trading Scams and the Wisdom of Geena Davis
In this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive into the high-velocity world of single-name zero-days-to-expiration (0DTE) options. With Monday and Wednesday expiries now live for heavy hitters like Tesla ($TSLA) and Nvidia ($NVDA), the "Drill Instructors" break down the massive trading volume shifts and the potential risks of contra-exercise in American-style options. Wha
Options Boot Camp 375: 0dte Options and the Dangers of Contra-Exercise
This episode of Options Boot Camp dives into one of the most significant shifts in the equity markets: the arrival of 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) options for single stocks like Nvidia, Tesla, and Apple. While the excitement is high, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli highlight a critical technical risk that many retail traders overlook—Contra-Exercise. Episode Summary The "0DTE era" has offic
Options Boot Camp 374: Masters of the Volatility Universe
In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli take a nostalgic trip back to the 80s to become the Masters of the Volatility Universe. Whether you're a "Prince Adam" of the markets or just starting your basic training, this episode is a comprehensive refresher on the most important force in options pricing: Volatility. The Drill Instructors break down: Volatility as the Speedometer: Why directio
Options Boot Camp 373: IBIT vs. Stranger Things plus Misunderstood Options Strats
Options Boot Camp Episode 373 explores two major themes shaping today's options market: the rapid rise of IBIT options volume and the most misunderstood options trading strategies. Hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down why strategies like cash-secured puts, long puts, straddles, butterflies, and iron condors are frequently misused by traders, often due to poor education and unrealistic ex
Options Boot Camp 372: Trading Resolutions for the New Year
Kick off the new year with a fresh set of options trading resolutions on this episode of Options Boot Camp. Hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive into what traders should be focusing on in 2026 — from expanding your options strategy toolbox to managing risk, sizing trades properly, and knowing when not to trade at all. With many traders coming off years of strong equity performance, the hosts e
Options Boot Camp 371: 2025 Top 10 Options Extravaganza
What a year it was for the options market! From the "unprecedented" volatility of April to a record-breaking 15 billion contracts traded, 2025 was anything but boring. In this special year-end extravaganza, your drill instructors Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) look back at the Top 10 Episodes of 2025 to see what resonated most with traders during this historic year. Mark an
Options Boot Camp 370: More Trouble With Vertical Spreads
In this episode of Options Boot Camp, your drill instructors Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive back into the trenches to tackle a recurring nightmare for retail traders: why "perfect" vertical spreads sometimes result in losses. Following up on a "horror story" from a previous episode involving Marvell (MRV), the team breaks down the mechanics of spread books, broker liquidations, and the hidden
Options Boot Camp 369: What to Do When The Wheel Turns Against You
In this episode of Options Boot Camp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) dive deep into the mechanics of the Wheel Strategy—one of the most popular frameworks for generating consistent options income. Whether you are selling cash-secured puts or managing covered calls, the "Wheel" is a powerful tool for any trader's playbook, but what happens when the market moves against
Options Boot Camp 368: Butterfly Variants and Failed Call Spreads
In this vital Options Bootcamp episode, host Mark Longo from The Options Insider provides an in-depth tutorial on butterfly spread strategies alongside guest Brian Overby from OptionsPlaybook.com. They explore both traditional and advanced butterfly strategies—including the Open Wing Butterfly (often known as a Broken Wing Butterfly) and the Intrinsic Value Butterfly—explaining their practical opt
Options Boot Camp 367: Predictions vs. AI vs Cranberry Sauce
In this episode of Options Boot Camp, hosted by Mark Longo (The Options Insider) and Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring), the discussion covers a variety of topics ranging from the importance of implied volatility and the concept of IV crush, to the future of premium selling in zero-day options, and the growing trend of prediction markets. The hosts also tackle listener questions about trading
Options Boot Camp 366: Binary Madness and the Glory of the Running Man
This episode of Options Boot Camp delves deeply into various aspects of binary options trading. The hosts discuss the pros and cons of different types of binary contracts, including $1 to $100 and penny to $1 variations, and explore complications like last-minute fluctuations and liquidity issues. Listeners' questions are addressed, covering topics such as arbitrage opportunities for retail trader
Options Boot Camp 365: OBC vs. AI - The Next Battle...Plus More Fun With Prediction Markets
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring In this episode, Mark and Dan delve into the latest developments in the options trading market, with AI-generated insights on trends, margin changes, retail shifts, and the growth of extended trading hours. They discuss Cboe's launch of the 'Magnificent 10' index options, OCC's margin rule adjustmen
Options Boot Camp 364: Let's Get Exotic with Binaries Part 2: Kalshi, ForecastEX, Robinhood and More
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring This episode provides an in-depth exploration of binary options and event contracts. The hosts discuss various platforms like Kalshi, ForecastEx, Polymarket, Nadex, and CME Group, comparing their models and fee structures. The episode highlights the recent rise in popularity of event contracts, differences betwee
Options Boot Camp 363: Let's Get Exotic with Binary Options - Part 1
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli delve into the origin and history of binary options, exploring their initial launch with Head Street, subsequent rebranding under Nadex, and their evolution into more widely accessible and diversified financial products. They discuss the intuitiv
Options Boot Camp 362: Whistling Past the Graveyard
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring This episode covers listener questions about trading futures and the impact of recent Fed cuts on markets. Other topics include insights into fundamental vs. technical analysis, the lofty PE ratios of the S&P 500 and whether they signal market concerns, and a debate on whether we'll see more warr
Options Boot Camp 361: Warrants vs. Options - The Battle Continues
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring GUEST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business In this episode, Mark, Dan and Russell dive into the topic of financial warrants. They explain the differences and similarities between warrants and listed options, highlighting how warrants can be a tool for companies to raise capit
Options Boot Camp 360: The Iron Condors of Dr. Caligari!!
Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring In this episode of Options Bootcamp, our hosts discuss a range of topics, starting with an exploration of iron condors and their various applications. The show also delves into the intricacies of the options market structure, including the limitations of siloed spread books and potential improvemen
Options Boot Camp 359: The Death Knell for Pattern Day Trading?
Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network Co-Host: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli delve into various topics revolving around options trading. They primarily discuss the recent changes to the pattern day trading rules by FINRA, which could potentially lower the $25,000 threshold to a more flexible intraday margin rule. They also re
Options Boot Camp 358: Scary Trades & the VIX: Is Gold the New Fear Gauge?
In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive into a mix of educational and entertaining topics. Dan shares spooky season thoughts and discusses the scariest options strategies and moments in his trading career. Listener questions cover topics like the best fear gauge between gold and VIX, the appropriateness of corporate earnings cycles, hedging long positions, and the possibility of
Options Boot Camp 357: Let's Get Exotic With Chooser Options!
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the different types of chooser options including European, American, Bermuda, asymmetric, forward start, compound, and even rainbow chooser options. They discuss the use cases for each type, such as in pharmaceuticals, commodity hedging, and trading around significant financial events. Finally, the hosts take listener q
Options Boot Camp 356: Covered Calls, Video Games and Stolen Kidneys
In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli discuss different options strategies such as covered calls, cash secured puts, and the wheel strategy. They also touch on the growing interest in exotic options and the role of flex options in recent volume spikes. Other topics include the importance of technical indicators for covered calls, the role of various options exchanges, and the poten
Options Boot Camp 355: Let's Get Exotic with Asian Options
In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive into the world of Asian options, a type of exotic option. They explain how these options differ from standard "vanilla" options by basing their payoff on the average price of an underlying asset over a specific period, rather than its price at a single expiration date. The hosts break down the two main types: fixed-strike and averag
Options Boot Camp 354: Oral Surgery & Exotic Options
Join your hosts, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli as they dive deep into the world of exotic options, tackling questions about their name, their role in the 2008 financial crisis, and whether they're just a marketing gimmick. They also tackle more fundamental questions on scaling into a trade and the practicality of making all options cash-settled. The episode concludes with a forward-looking discuss
Options Boot Camp 353: Dividend Adjustments, Football Binaries and Tasty Malört
In this episode, our hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive into listener questions and hot topics shaping the options market. They break down a recent VIX trade, discuss the fascinating and volatile world of a popular new options stock, and answer a question about the increasing prevalence of exotic "event markets" on brokerage platforms. Timestamps 4:21 Mailbag: A review of a recent VIX flash
Options Boot Camp 352: Let's Get Exotic With Knock-out And Knock-In Options
Options Boot Camp 351: Let's Get Exotic With Lookback Options!!
This episode discusses various exotic options strategies, particularly lookback and fixed strike options, and their potential advantages and costs. Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli also address listener questions and concerns about options trading in the current market climate, including the higher volatility seen in recent earnings reports. They dive into the specifics of how lookback options work,
Options Boot Camp 350: Crazy Premium Harvesting and Capturing Mysterious Dividends
In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) delve into various listener-submitted questions and trading strategies. They talk about a listener's in-depth query on a put calendar trade with Johnson & Johnson and its associated risks, and another listener's covered call strategy dubbed 'Ultra Premium Harvesting.' The hosts also answer inquiries on the use case and
Options Boot Camp 349: Forget 0DTE...Let's Talk About L.E.A.P.S!!!
This episode dives deep into Long-Term Equity Anticipation Securities (LEAPS) and their strategic use, particularly in stock substitution strategies. Hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) discuss the fundamental aspects of LEAPS, focusing on their sensitivity to volatility (Vega) rather than gamma, and explain how they can offer a more capital-efficient alternative to outri
Options Boot Camp 348: Meme Stock Revival and the Princes of Options Darkness
In this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive into a myriad of topics regarding options trading. They discuss educational resources available from the Options Insider Radio Network, followed by insights into current options market phenomena including meme stocks, a focus on Palantir and Circle options, and the risks and rewards of specific strategies like spreads and se
Options Boot Camp 347: Heisenberg, Rogue AI and More Forgotten Terms
In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli delve into a list of supposedly forgotten or underused options trading terms generated by Chat GPT. They evaluate and discuss each term, including box spreads, conversion reversals, put-call parity, skew, sticky strike versus sticky delta, jelly roll, gamma scalping, pin risk, synthetic positions, and more. The hosts determine whether these ter
Options Boot Camp 346: Boiler Rooms and SOES Bandits
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli delve into a series of forgotten trading terms submitted by listeners. Topics include terms from the movie "Boiler Room," scalping, stockbroker, SOES bandits, stock certificates, and more. They also discuss recent trading activities, such as the VIX July 17 puts and IBIT straddle trades. Listener questions about deep in-the-
Options Boot Camp 345: Covered Call Surprises and Bad Mid-Market Fills
In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) delve into various aspects of options trading, starting with a discussion on the current conflicts in the Middle East and their potential impact on volatility indices like the VIX. Listener questions are addressed on topics ranging from early call assignments to the appropriate time to venture into calendar spreads. The
Options Boot Camp 344: Forgotten Options Terms Part 3
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive deep into the world of options trading terminology that has largely been lost to time. They discuss legacy trading concepts like the 'Texas Hedge,' 'price improvement auctions,' and the 'penny pilot program.' They also reminisce about old order types like 'fill or kill' and explore terms like 'screen trader' and 'spot' in pri
Options Boot Camp 343: Forgotten Options Terms Part 2
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli delve into various lesser-known and forgotten options trading terms. They start by reminiscing about their experiences on the trading floor, sharing definitions and history behind terms like Delta Neutral, Leaning on Orders, Squawk Box, and ARB Clerk. They also discuss the significance and evolution of these terms and how th
Options Boot Camp 342: Resurrecting Forgotten Options Terms
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, host Mark Longo and co-host Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) dive into forgotten and lesser-known options terminologies. The duo explores terms such as horizontal and vertical spreads, legging into trades, volatility smiles, realized vs. implied volatility, and risk premium harvesting. They touch upon trading floor lingo, including the roles of 'locals,
Options Boot Camp 341: Options Are Cool Again
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli discuss the latest developments in the options market, including a significant increase in options trading volume and the role of retail traders. They address recent volume statistics from the Options Clearing Corporation, showcasing substantial growth in April and May. The episode delves into the upcoming potential of zero-DTE op
Options Boot Camp 340: Assignment Cancellation and Breakfast Concerns
In this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo from the Options Insider and Dan Passarelli from Market Taker Mentoring dive into key topics surrounding options trading. They discuss concerns related to Zero DTE options, VIX call trading strategies, and evaluating gamma's importance. Additionally, the episode explores the future of the binary events market, potential expansions of trading produc
Options Boot Camp 339: Watching the World Burn with Contra-Exercise Orders
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli discuss NASDAQ's proposal for zero days-to-expiration (DTE) options on the Mag 7 and Broadcom, delving into the implications and controversies surrounding the contra exercise window. Mark provides an overview of the Options Insider Radio Network and apologizes for a brief hiatus due to illness. They address a listener's question ab
Options Boot Camp 338: The Wild World of the Options Conference
In this episode of Options Boot Camp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli (from Market Taker Mentoring) discuss a variety of topics related to options trading. They begin by discussing the resurgence of trading floors, specifically a new one in Miami by MIAX, and the potential for more 24-hour trading sessions in options markets. The hosts also delve into recent developments from the Options Indu
Options Boot Camp 337: The Mysteries of Dark Pools and Options Liquidity
This episode of Options Boot Camp focuses on various aspects of options trading, including liquidity, specific stock options like Funko, Intel, and Nvidia, and different trading strategies like covered calls and cash-secured puts. Hosted by Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli, the show answers listener questions about how to determine the liquidity of options, the role of dark pools in the options mark
Options Boot Camp 336: Retail vs. Institutional Options Trading Slugfest
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, host Mark Longo and co-host Dan Passarelli delve into the differences and similarities between institutional and retail options trading. They discuss the growing accessibility and sophistication of retail traders, the challenges and advantages faced by institutional traders, and the surprising overlap in strategies used by both groups. Topics covered include th
Options Boot Camp 335: Mysterious and Head-Scratching Options Order Types
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli explore a variety of order types and their strategic uses within options trading. They discuss basic duration orders like 'Good Till Cancel,' immediate orders such as 'Immediate or Cancel' (IOC) and 'Fill or Kill' (FOK), and more complex conditional orders including 'One Cancels the Other' (OCO) and 'Trailing Stop Orders.' T
Options Boot Camp 334: Iron Condors, Futures Options and Washington Skullduggery
Mark and Dan Passarelli from Market Taker Mentoring discuss a variety of listener questions and market scenarios. They cover the recent market activities, including a specific query about the unusual options trading in Apache Corp stock before a major market movement. The duo also delve into the intricacies of trading iron condors and the unique challenges and differences when trading futures opt
Options Boot Camp 333: Historic Times in the Options Market
This episode hosted by Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli of Market Taker Mentoring, addresses the unprecedented market volatility driven by major market moves and how traders can navigate these challenging conditions. The hosts discuss various strategies, including selling puts, trading volatility products like VXX, UVXY, and SVXY, and how to avoid missing out on upside moves during tumultuous times.
Options Boot Camp 332: Covered Call Myths, Gamma Struggles and Wild Car Battles
In this episode of Options Bootcamp on the Options Insider Radio Network, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli discuss various topics related to options trading. They start by talking about the Options Insider platform and their mobile app, accessible via iTunes and Google Play. They go on to discuss the importance of understanding the role of gamma in options trading and dispelling common myths a
Options Boot Camp 331: Wings, Wine Options and Time Spreads!
Welcome back to Options Boot Camp with Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli. In this Education Wednesday episode, the hosts dive into various topics on options trading. They discuss listener questions about time spreads, ratio vertical spreads, and advanced strategies for trading options. You'll also hear personal stories and trading insights as Mark and Dan combine education with entertainment in this
Options Boot Camp 330: Falling to the Dark Side of Futures Options
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, host Mark Longo, alongside Dan Passarelli from Market Taker Mentoring and Katie McGarrigle from TastyTrade, dive deep into the world of futures options trading. They discuss the nuances of futures versus equity options, identifying key differences such as expirations and unique skews. Various starter strategies and products are outlined, emphasizing defined-ri
Options Boot Camp 329: Hedging Strategies and Gamma Scalping Demystified
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli address various listener questions related to options trading. The episode covers the differences between institutional and retail portfolio hedging strategies, the relevance of liquidity when choosing options contracts, and the complexities of gamma scalping for retail traders. They also discuss the significance of advanced
Options Boot Camp 328: Riding the Trading Wave and Mastering Covered Calls
In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli discuss the explosive growth in options trading, particularly single name equity options, which have seen a significant rise. They delve into the role of retail traders, the impact of the pandemic, and the rise of zero-day options. The episode features insights into options trading metrics, strategies like covered calls, cash-secured puts, and
Options Boot Camp 327: Fig Leaves, Zebras and the Mysteries of Stock Substitution
Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring tastytrade Hot Seat: Jermal Chandler, tastylive On this episode, Mark, Dan and Jermal discuss: Stock substitution strategies including the fig leaf and the zebra Stocks and options trading going 24/7 Intel covered call strategy And much more. This episode of Options Boot Camp is brought to you by ta
Options Boot Camp 326: Fun with 24-7 Trading, PLTR and Premium Buying
Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring tastytrade Hot Seat: Mike Butler, tastylive On this episode, Mark, Dan and Mike discuss: AI vs. PE in the modern market Stocks and options trading going 24/7 Stock substitution strategy as go to strategy for 2025 Learning more about trading options And much more. This episode of Options Boot Camp is
Options Boot Camp 325: An Options Snow Day
It's an options snow day as Mark and Dan tackle your mailbag questions about: How often do you adjust covered calls Selling a put when you don't want to buy a stock Strategies that they anticipate using more in 2025 What to do with calendars if the underlying moves too soon Trading iron condors and much more. Brought to you by tastytrade.
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