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Options Boot Camp

Options Boot Camp is designed to help get you into peak options trading shape by teaching you options trading inside and out, basic to complex. Listeners can even submit their own options questions to be answered on the show.

Options Boot Camp is designed to help get you into peak options trading shape by teaching you options trading inside and out, basic to complex. Listeners can even submit their own options questions to be answered on the show.

 

#293

Options Boot Camp 286: Should Stocks and Options trade 24 Hours a Day?

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss whether or not stock (and options) trade 24 hours.  They also talk about why we don't hear more about Rho and much more. Brought to you by [Public.com] (Public.com) Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk.  Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date.  Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk.  There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade.   Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document   Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request.   If you are enrolled in our [ Options Order Flow Rebate Program] (https://public.com/disclosures/rebate-terms) , The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule"> Fee Schedule</a>, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and [ Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions] (http://public.com/disclosures/rebate-terms) <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule">.</a>   Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/occ-options-disclosure"> Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options</a> to learn more.   All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. ... Read more

24 Apr 2024

37 MINS

37:36

24 Apr 2024


#292

Options Boot Camp 285: The Great Zero-Sum Debate Round 2

On this episode, Mark and Dan continue last week's discussion of whether or not options are a zero-sum game and much more. Brought to you by [Public.com] (Public.com) Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk.  Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date.  Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk.  There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade.   Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document   Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request.   If you are enrolled in our [ Options Order Flow Rebate Program] (https://public.com/disclosures/rebate-terms) , The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule"> Fee Schedule</a>, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and [ Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions] (http://public.com/disclosures/rebate-terms) <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule">.</a>   Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/occ-options-disclosure"> Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options</a> to learn more.   All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. ... Read more

17 Apr 2024

59 MINS

59:10

17 Apr 2024


#291

Options Boot Camp 284: The Great Zero-Sum Debate

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: ---Basic Training: Are options a zero-sum game? ---How are you approaching SPX/SPY in your portfolio right now? ---And much more Brought to you by [Public.com] (Public.com) Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk.  Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date.  Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk.  There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade.   Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document   Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request.   If you are enrolled in our [ Options Order Flow Rebate Program] (https://public.com/disclosures/rebate-terms) , The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule"> Fee Schedule</a>, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and [ Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions] (http://public.com/disclosures/rebate-terms) <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule">.</a>   Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://public.com/disclosures/occ-options-disclosure"> Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options</a> to learn more.   All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. ... Read more

10 Apr 2024

43 MINS

43:04

10 Apr 2024


#290

Options Boot Camp 283: Calendars vs. Diagonals Round 2, CFDs and More

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: ---Calendars vs. Diagonals ---Put Calendars vs. Time Spreads ---And much more ... Read more

03 Apr 2024

32 MINS

32:15

03 Apr 2024


#289

Options Boot Camp 282: Are Covered Call Funds Killing Volatility

On this episode Mark and Dan discuss the great vol debate. What is keeping volatility so low? They also discuss which market segment our listeners are most excited about for the rest of the year and more.   ... Read more

27 Mar 2024

29 MINS

29:55

27 Mar 2024


#288

Options Boot Camp 281: Deep Dive into Diagonals

On this episode Mark and Dan discuss diagonals. Why is Dan so excited about diagonals right now? They also respond to a listener question about stupids and more. ... Read more

20 Mar 2024

39 MINS

39:56

20 Mar 2024


#287

Options Boot Camp 280: Another Look at Stock Substitution

On this episode Mark and Dan take another look at stock substitution. You could argue that it's more relevant than ever now with the market at new all-time highs.  Later, they respond to listener questions about an OTM cash-secured put approach, the number of option positions held on a regular basis and much more. ... Read more

08 Mar 2024

33 MINS

33:16

08 Mar 2024


#286

Options Boot Camp 279: The Most Aptly Named Options Strategy of All Time?

On this episode Mark and Dan respond to listener questions about last week's episode regarding stupids. They also discuss trading 0dte options, the next big event driving trading, using leaps in your options trading, and much more. ... Read more

06 Mar 2024

26 MINS

26:22

06 Mar 2024


#285

Options Boot Camp 278: Let's Get Stupid

On this episode Mark and Dan discuss stupids. What are they and when would you use them? They also answer a listener question about cash settled options and much more. ... Read more

28 Feb 2024

36 MINS

36:50

28 Feb 2024


#284

Options Boot Camp 277: NVDA Madness, Binary Craziness and Revenge of the Meme Stock Skew?

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: ---Another strategy to make money on the LYFT after hours moves, ---How important NVDA earnings are to the market and your portfolio, ---Kalshi binaries, ---The overall level of skew across all equities, ---And much more ... Read more

21 Feb 2024

42 MINS

42:11

21 Feb 2024


#283

Options Boot Camp 276: Can You Capture After-Hours Stock Moves With Options?

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: ---What can be done by an options trader when a stock makes a massive move after the close like Lyft did last night?  Can you make any options trades? ---What is a realistic annual profit expectation for an option trader? ---Both TSLA and AAPL are trading around $188. Which would you rather buy right now? ---And much more ... Read more

15 Feb 2024

35 MINS

35:12

15 Feb 2024


#282

Options Boot Camp 275: Trading options in high skew environments….plus WTH are Zebra Spreads?

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring Guest: Jenny Andrews, tastylive On this episode, Mark, Dan and Jenny discuss: ---Strategies that take advantage of a high call skew environment, ---WTH is a zebra spread, ---How important earnings season is to your options trading, ---Should you apply the lesson about not selling covered calls to short puts, ---And much more. ... Read more

07 Feb 2024

45 MINS

45:34

07 Feb 2024


#281

Options Boot Camp 274: More Cov. Call Data Plus Call Skew and...Options Rumbles?

On this episode, Mark and Dan discuss: ---How it will impact your options trading if this low volatility regime persists for an extended period ---How you can tell if the market is over priced ---Potential of more same day options coming this year ---Being a covered call proponent ---Thoughts on the call skew we're seeing right now in many stocks ---Interest in learning more about garbage options ---WWE's Royal Rumble last weekend ---And much more ... Read more

31 Jan 2024

40 MINS

40:46

31 Jan 2024