In the final Volatility Views of 2025, host Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads (Dr. VIX) and Michael Listman (UVXY Trader) to dissect a wild year in the markets. From the "Santa Claus Rally" to the crushing of the VIX, we break down what traders need to know heading into 2026. In This Episode: <ul data-path-to-node="6"> <li> Volatility Review: A look at the S&P 500 hitting all-time highs and the recent "volatility execution." Why did the Santa Rally take so long to arrive? </li> <li> UVXY Deep Dive: Michael Listman breaks down the UVXY reverse split mechanics. We discuss why liquidity is the best argument for UVXY and how to manage the "beta slippage" game. </li> <li> The Pairs Trade: Exploring the strategy of pairing UVXY vs. SVXY (or SVIX) to capture slippage while managing directional exposure. </li> <li> VIX Term Structure: Why the current curve is "steep" and what a 5-point premium in February futures says about 2026 market expectations. </li> <li> VIX Options Flow: Analyzing the "Jan 17 Puts" and the mysterious ongoing activity in the VIX 200 strike puts. </li> <li> The Crystal Ball: The team places their final VIX cash predictions for the first week of January 2026. </li> </ul> Key Discussion Points: <ul data-path-to-node="8"> <li> The "VIX Wizard": Why volatility arrives precisely when it means to (and how to monetize puts before they expire). </li> <li> Reverse Split Strategies: Does a 1-for-5 or 1-for-10 split actually change the trade? </li> <li> The "Weekend Trade": Russell's strategy for holding UVIX/UVXY over the weekend to catch volatility events. </li> </ul> Resources & Links: <ul data-path-to-node="10"> <li> Russell Rhoads (Dr. VIX): Follow him on X/Twitter <a class="ng-star-inserted" href="https://twitter.com/RussellRhoads" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@RussellRhoads</a> . </li> <li> Michael Listman: Follow him on X <a class="ng-star-inserted" href= "https://www.google.com/search?q=https://twitter.com/UVXYTrader&authuser=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@UVXYTrader</a> or visit <a class="ng-star-inserted" href= "https://www.google.com/search?q=http://UVXY.pro&authuser=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UVXY.pro</a> . </li> <li> Options Insider Pro: Get the Pro Trading Crate and join the Vol Death Match at <a class="ng-star-inserted" href="https://theoptionsinsider.com/pro" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">TheOptionsInsider.com/Pro</a> . </li> <li> TastyTrade: Check out advanced tools for options and futures at <a class="ng-star-inserted" href= "https://www.google.com/search?q=https://tastytrade.com/podcasts&authuser=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TastyTrade.com/podcasts</a> . </li> </ul>

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