Options Insider Radio Interviews

Couldn't make it to OIC this year? We've got you covered with exclusive panel content and interviews from the show. First up -  JJ Kinahan, CEO of IG Group North American and President of Tastylive.  JJ discusses: The new proposal for 0DTE options in the Mag 7 stocks.  Should options trade 24 hours a day? the state of options education? and much more...

Mark is joined by: Mead Welles, Founder, A Leg To Stand On Mark and Mead discuss Raising money for kids with missing limbs around the world Their big upcoming Rocktoberfest events in New York and Chicago

On this episode, Mark is joined in the Southern Studio at the STA National Conference by: Sean Feeney, Head of U.S. Options at Nasdaq Mark and Sean discuss: IEX getting into the options game.  How many exchanges are too many? The resilience of the options market after 8/5 The "flexiness" of the options market Should we all be celebrating "Metals Monday?" The prospects for bitcoin options and much more...

On this episode, Mark is joined in the Southern Studio at STA 2024 by: Patrick Travers, CEO - Clear Street Derivatives John DiBacco, Global Head of Derivatives - Clear Street They discuss: What the heck is Clear Street? Do we need another options exchange? The impact of 0DTE on the institutional options market The resilience of the options market after the August selloff.  Will we see options on the bitcoin etfs in our lifetime (spoiler alert...Yes!) What does Clear Street have to offer the retail market? and much more...

On this episode we are joined in the Souther Studio by: JJ Kinahan, CEO of IG Group North America & President of Tastytrade JJ and Mark discuss: The impact of the Fed's "surprise" half point rate cut. Too little, too late or just right? Should you really care that IEX is launching a new options exchange? Are we reaching a dangerous tipping point in the options exchange world? Did the recent market meltdown signal that we're past the dangerous phase of the 0DTE era? and much more...

On this episode Mark is joined in the Hot Seat by: Ben Colabella and Dillon Del Rosso, Co-Founders at PeakBot They discuss: WTH is PeakBot? How much does it cost? What types of options algorithms can you trade on the platform? How do they construct their algorithms? Can you tweak them to your preferred trading style? Who controls your accounts? How can they maintain the quality of your executions as their algos grow in popularity? What types of security is in place to protect your money? And much more

On this episode, Mark is joined by James Kostulias, Managing Director and Head of Trading Services at Charles Schwab. They discuss The benefits and risks of 0DTE options The explosive growth of retail options trading Should the options market go 24-5 or even 24-7 What's going on with the options on the Bitcoin ETFs Why did it take so long to integrate all of the Schwab's options platforms And much more      

On this episode we are joined by: Brian Hyndman, CEO of Blue Ocean Technologies Mark and Brian discuss the rise of 24-hour trading Should it happen? It it just inevitable? How would it impact the options market? How does technology impact the adoption of 24-hour trading? and much more...

On this episode Mark is joined in the Southern Studio by: Sean Feeney, Head of Options - Nasdaq Mark and Sean discuss the hot topics in the options market right now including: Zero Day Options - are they a bane or a boon and when will we see more of them listed? Bitcoin Options - what the heck is going on there? Flex Options - why are they suddenly the hottest thing in the options market? Options Volume - why did it dip recently and can it possibly persist at these levels? and much more...

On this episode we are joined by: Greg Stevens - Head of Options Experience Initiative - Fidelity Colin Songer - Director of Options - Fidelity Greg and Colin discuss: 0DTE options madness Can the volume explosion continue? When will we see 0DTE Tesla options? When will we see bitcoin ETF options? Should the options market trade 24/7 and much more...

On this episode Mark is joined by: Patrick Zielinski, CEO - Box Options Market Mark and Patrick discuss Is it possible that BOX is now 20 years old? Why are FLEX options so hot right now? When will we see 0DTE options on Tesla and Nvidia? When will we see options on the bitcoin ETFs? Are options trading floors still viable in 2024? Should the options market transition into 24-hour trading? Can the options volume wave continue? And much more...

On this episode we are joined by: Sam Nofzinger, GM of Brokerage and Crypto at Public Sam and Mark discuss: Why Public decided to enter the options market? How does their options rebate work?  How much can you actually make? Does it vary by exchange and by the type of trade? What types of options strategies can you trade at Public right now? What types of options tools does Public offer for options traders? Does Public provide options education and have educators on staff to handle your questions? What types of crypto trades can you make on public right now? Plus 0DTE options, 24-Hour trading, Bitcoin options and much more...

On this episode, Mark is joined in the Southern Studio at OIC 2024 by: Jim Toes, President - STA Jim Hyde, Chairman - STA & Head of Partnerships and Business Development at NYSE Mark and Jim Squared discuss What the future holdes for 0DTE options What the future holds for options on the bitcoin ETFs Should the stock market move toward 24-7 trading and what does that mean for the options market Why are they changing up their annual market structure conference? and much more...

On this episode Mark is joined by: Meaghan Dugan, Head of Options - NYSE Mark and Meaghan discuss When will we see 0DTE Tesla and Nvidia options? What is causing the delay in listing those products? Why did NYSE kick off another 24-hour trading arms race? Will we ever see options on the bitcoin ETFs? Why is everyone so excited about FLEX options? and much more...

Our OIC 2024 coverage continues as we are joined in the Southern Studio by: JJ Kinahan, CEO of IG Group North America Mark and JJ discuss: When will we see 0DTE options listed in popular stocks like Tesla and Nvidia? When will we see options listed on the new Bitcoin ETFs? What does the volume downturn in March mean for the options market going forward? Should the stock market move towards 24-hour trading? If stock trading is expanded, what impact will that have on the options market? and much more...

Mark sits down with The Options Guy -aka Brian Overby - to discuss: Skip strike butterfly adjustments butterflies vs. fig leaves 0DTE options 24hr stock and option trading Options on the bitcoin ETFs and much more...

Guest: Steve Quirk, Chief Brokerage Officer, Robinhood.  Discussion Topics: Does Robinhood have options educators on staff or do they rely solely on TikTok videos? Should stocks and options trade 24 hours a day? What format should after-hours options trading take? Will we see 0dte Tesla and Apple options anytime soon? Can options volume continue growing at the current record pace? and much more

On this episode Mark sits down with Cathy Clay, Head of Global Derivatives at CBOE Global Markets. Mark and Cathy talk aboutWhat's next for 0 DTE options? Will we ever be able to trade 1-day VIX? Do we need to launch cash-settled equity options before we launch Tesla and Nvidia 0DTE options What's the holdup with options on the bitcoin ETFs? Are tradable dispersion products coming soon? Is CBOE bringing variance back to the market? And much more...

On this episode we are joined by: JOHN SMOLLEN:  Executive Vice President, Head of Exchange Traded Products and Strategic Relations, Miax Mark and John discuss: Is Miax really building a trading floor in Miami? Why does Miax need a 4th options exchange? The impact of the 1 billion contract milestone that was shattered this year? His thoughts on the future of 0 DTE contracts. Will we see 0 DTE Apple or Tesla this year? Why did Miax buy LedgerX from the wreckage of FTX? What are Miax's plans for SPIKES and the volatility market going forward? and much more...

On this episode we are joined by: Jim Toes, President & CEO - Securities Traders Association.  Jim and Mark discuss: The explosion of interest in zero-day options trading The current regulatory environment for stocks, options and crypto What to look forward to from STA's upcoming events and much more...

On this episode we are joined by: Greg Stevens, VP of Options Experience at Fidelity  Colin Songer, Director of Options Experience at Fidelity Greg and Colin discuss The 0 DTE explosion at Fidelity. Are 0 DTE contracts good or bad for the options market? Will we see single-name 0 DTE contracts sometime soon? How the options experience is evolving at Fidelity. and much more...

Mark is joined by Mead Welles, Founder & Chairman - A Leg to Stand On (ALTSO) and Founder & CEO - Octagon Asset Management. Mark and Mead discuss what ALTSO is, stories of children who have needed help and how the charity provides these services.  Additionally, they discuss ALTSO's annual Rocktoberfest in October. Learn more about ALTSO and attend Rocktoberfest live via https://www.altso.org/

On this episode, we are joined by: John Davidson, CEO - The Options Clearing Corporation Mark and John discuss: Looking back on the meme stock palooza? Are we pricing calls wrong? Will we ever see extended hours trading in options? Why does open interest only update once a day? What is the OCC Ovation technology overhaul? Can the Options volume party continue in 2022? Will we see daily expirations in single-name options in the near future? and much more...

On this episode we get a quick mid-year update on the options market from: Henry Schwartz, Head of Market Intelligence for the Data and Access Group, CBOE Global Markets - aka The Flowmaster  and Saad Hussain, CEO of Vesica Technologies

On this episode we take a deep dive into an upcoming product that has caught the attention of many of our listeners. It's time to talk about Nanos! What are they? Why is CBOE bringing these to market now? Do we really need an options contract with no multiplier? How does CBOE plan to avoid a repeat of the mini options fiasco with Nanos? Plus we also discuss the retail options tsunami, CBOE's return to the crypto market, the launch of $BITO options and much more,,.  

Guest: Mead Welles, Co-Founder, Chairman & Treasurer - A Leg to Stand On Mark and Mead discuss: What is ALTSO? How do you raise funds for a financial-oriented charity during a pandemic? How do you continue your mission to help kids in the developing world during a pandemic? Crypto donations, the ALTSO app, and the album from Rocktoberfest. And much more... Learn more about ALTSO and attend Rocktoberfest live via https://www.altso.org/

On this episode, Mark is joined by: Karina Mattis, Head of Wealth Management's Advisory Managed Options Strategies, UBS Mark and Karina discuss: The Managed Options Strategies Program at UBS The client experience during the pandemic The types of client demand being seen for options this year The new and exciting focus areas for next few years at UBS And much more...

On this episode, Mark is joined by: Garrett Desimone, Head of Quantitative Research, OptionMetrics Mark and Garrett discuss: What is OptionMetrics What a banner year it has been for volatility Thoughts on GameStop and retail trading How do you create a new, and potentially more accurate, put/call ratio for the post-Gamestop era?  And much more...

Guest: DAVID CROSS, Managing Director- Head of Sales & Business Development at Dash Financial Technologies Mark and David discuss: The opportunities and challenges posed by pandemic volatility.  How the meme stock explosion has changed the way we monitor and manage risk.  Can the options volume party continue throughout 2021? Should we make it more difficult for retail customers to trade options? What does Dash have planned for the crypto markets? and much more...

OIRN INTERVIEWS: Exploring the Mysteries of Options Market Making Today's guest is Rory O'Kane, Managing Director - Simplex Trading Mark and Rory discuss: What is Simplex Trading? How difficult was it to be an options market maker during the height of the pandemic and meme stock madness? Why did Simplex decide to get into options market making business when so many firms are getting out? Are OTC calls mispriced? Do we need to put more obstacles in the way of retail traders? Can the 2021 options volume party continue? And more...

On this episode, Mark is joined by: Richard Ho, Head of Retail Equity Derivatives, The Montreal Exchange Mark and Richard discuss: The Canadian options market The retail options explosion during the pandemic in Canada The world's first bitcoin ETF Will we soon see 24 hours options trading in Canada The Options Industry Conference Why you can't sell a put in a Canadian RRSP account And much more...

On this episode, Mark is joined by: Greg Stevens, VP - Options Experience, Fidelity Mark and Greg discuss: What is new with Fidelity Options The retail options explosion during the pandemic The Options Industry Conference How they have redesigned their offerings to cater to options traders Why you can't trade options in accounts And much more...

On this episode, Mark is joined by: Doug Engmann, Chairman of the Board and Principal Executive Officer, SageTrader Mark and Doug discuss: Doug's background in the options industry What is SageTrader Options trading during the pandemic and the retail trading explosion Have brokers like Robinhood made it too easy to trade options Will options volume stay at these levels Is it time to bring back mini options And much more...

On this episode, Mark is joined by: Jim Nevotti, President, Sterling Trading Tech Ravi Jain, Director of Risk & Derivatives, Sterling Trading Tech Mark, Jim and Ravi discuss: What is Sterling Trading Tech What a banner year it has been for risk and volatility Their real-time risk margin engine The Sterling crypto widget And much more...

On this episode Mark is joined by: Wayne Ferbert, Managing Director, Alpha DNA Mark and Wayne discuss: What is Alpha DNA Investment Management Their new equity sentiment EFT with AdvisorShares (Ticker SENT) How is the hedge equity component constructed Why more ETFs and fund managers don't offer hedging and options exposure Thoughts on the current options brokerage space And much more...

On this episode of Options Insider Radio we are joined by: Michael Brodsky, CEO, Options Solutions Steven Sears, President and COO, Options Solutions Mark, Mike and Steve discuss: What is Options Solutions?  Who are the target clients? How does Options Solutions construct its covered call portfolios? How does Options Solutions stand apart in the crowded covered call marketplace?  What do you think that we can do to improve the understanding and use of options in the advisor and fund community? And much more...

ON THIS EPISODE, MARK IS JOINED BY PAUL ROWADY, DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH, ALPHACUTION RESEARCH CONSERVATORY. MARK AND PAUL DISCUSS: WHAT IS ALPHACUTION? HOW THE ROBIN HOOD SAGA BROUGHT PFOF BACK INTO THE LIMELIGHT? IS PFOF GOOD OR BAD FOR THE OPTIONS MARKET? THE SURPRISE OPTIONS MARKET RESILIENCY DURING 2O20 WHAT REALLY BROUGHT ABOUT THE IMPLOSION OF RONIN CAPITAL? WHAT CAN WE DO TO BRING MORE MARKET MAKERS INTO THE OPTIONS MARKET? AND MUCH MORE...

On this episode Mark is joined by: Ryan Belanger-Saleh, Co-CEO, Gatsby Mark and Ryan discuss: What the heck is Gatsby? Launching a new brokerage firm during the busiest year in options history.  Have we made options trading too easy? Does Gatbsy plan to stop taking PFOF? Are we on the cusp of a mini/micro/fractional options revolution? And much more...

Our guest for this episode is John Davidson, CEO of the Options Clearing Corporation. Mark and John discuss: Stock loans and the latest on GameStop The historic options volume records in 2020 The completely electronic markets in March 2020 Thoughts on the retail revolution that upended the options markets in 2020 Clearing crypto products Next big initiatives And much more…

On this episode we are joined by: Jim Toes, CEO & President, Securities Traders Association Mark and Jim discuss: How did short sellers build up over 100% short interest in Gamestop? Was the options market maker exemption to blame for the massive short interest in Gamestop? Do we need new stock loan regulations to prevent this in the future? Why did so many brokers bungle the messaging around Gamestop-related trading adjustments? How is the retail revolution reshaping the financial markets? How does STA view the exploding crypto market? and much more...

ON THIS EPISODE OF OPTIONS INSIDER RADIO WE ARE JOINED BY GREG FERRARI, VICE PRESIDENT, HEAD OF US OPTIONS AT NASDAQ. WE DISCUSS: HOW THE YEAR WAS FOR NASDAQ OPTIONS IF THE RETAIL OPTIONS EXPLOSION IN 2020 SURPRISED HIM WHAT'S NEW AT NASDAQ OPTIONS WHY TRADERS SHOULD ENTER THE VOLATILITY MARKET NOW WHAT'S GOING ON AT THE PHILLY FLOOR AND MUCH MORE...

ON THIS EPISODE OF OPTIONS INSIDER RADIO WE ARE JOINED BY PAUL JIGANTI, MANAGING DIRECTOR AT IMC WE DISCUSS: PAUL’S THOUGHTS ON THE INSANE YEAR THAT WAS 2020 WHETHER OR NOT IT IS TOO EASY TO TRADE OPTIONS NOW TAKEAWAYS FROM THE RETAIL OPTIONS PANEL AT STA MID WINTER MEETING THIS YEAR WILL THESE NEW CUSTOMERS STAY OR BLOW OUT THOUGHTS ON CRYPTO OPTIONS FOR RETAIL TRADERS AND MUCH MORE...