http://www.theoptionsinsiders.com Insider Radio en-us Copyright 2010 The Options Insider Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:45:00 GMT 20 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:16:00 GMT Live From OIC: Our summer radio hiatus, and our long stream of OIC content, draws to a close with Tony McCormick, CEO, Boston Options Exchange (BOX). Mark and Tony discuss BOX and s plans to compete with the big boys in the options space. They also debate whether BATS Options is freeloading in the options market. Finally, they discuss Tony and s pledge to "defend with his life" the ability for retail customers to receive price improvement. All that and more on this thrilling episode of Options Insider Radio... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=125 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=125 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:38:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010: Mark is joined by Gerald Hanweck, Founder and CEO, Hanweck Associates. Mark and Gerald discuss the growing demand for GPU-based technology in the options market. Many high-frequency trading firms and hedge funds are currently pushing the limits of their CPUs. However, with the ability to stream all of OPRA using off-the-shelf technology, high-end GPUs offer a compelling alternative. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=124 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=124 Mon, 9 Aug 2010 23:25:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Randy Frederick, Director of Trading and Derivatives, Charles Schwab. Mark and Randy discuss the benefits of collars in the current market environment. They also explore the benefits of writing naked puts vs. equity limit orders. Finally, they discuss the results of Schwab and s active trader survey as well as the dangers of diving headlong into VIX options. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=123 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=123 Wed, 4 Aug 2010 00:13:00 GMT Live From OIC: Mark is joined by Alan Shapiro, Founder and Chairman of the Transaction Auditing Group (TAG). Mark and Alan discuss the ongoing quest for "best execution" in the options market. They also discuss the growing fixation on execution quality in the retail options world. Finally, they debate the impact of the penny pilot on overall execution quality in the options market. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=122 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=122 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:48:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Rich Hagen, President and COO, TradeKing. Mark and Rich discuss TradeKing and s growing online community and how the firm uses that strength to steal customers from other brokers. They also discuss the problems with commissions and order executions in the retail brokerage space. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=121 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=121 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 23:24:00 GMT Live From OIC - Mark is joined by Gary Katz, CEO, International Securities Exchange. Mark and Gary explore the reasons behind the recent drop in ISE and s market share. They also analyze the evolving competitive landscape in the options market. Finally, they discuss Gary and s ongoing crusade to purge dividend exploits from the options market. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=120 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=120 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:36:00 GMT Live From OIC - Mark is joined by Henry Schwartz, CEO, Trade Alert.com. Mark and Henry dive into the world of online options analytics and unusual options trading activity. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=119 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=119 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 01:14:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Stefen Choy, COO, Livevol. Mark and Stefen discuss the dearth of quality online trading tools for professional and high-end retail options traders. They also discuss the difficulties associated with designing and pricing a single trading product to appeal to multiple audiences. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=118 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=118 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:48:00 GMT Live From OIC - Mark is joined by Jack Walker, Editor, Ivolatility.com. Mark and Jack discuss the wide range of volatility products available to online options traders these days. They also discuss the history of Ivolatility.com as well as how Ivolatility.com creates different tools for different types of options traders. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=117 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=117 Thu, 1 Jul 2010 23:04:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Peter Hauser, President, Sungard Microhedge. Mark and Peter discuss the plans to incorporate Microhedge into the new Valdi product suite. Mark and Peter also explore Sungard and s plans to release a thin-client version of Microhedge aimed squarely at retail traders. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=116 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=116 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:50:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Michael Raneri, Chairman and CEO of Zecco. Mark and Michael discuss Zecco and s plans to steal customers away from options brokerage firms like OptionsXpress and ThinkorSwim. Can a discount general brokerage firm really be competitive when it comes to tools, platform, community and education? Tune in to find out... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=115 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=115 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:20:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Susan Milligan, Executive Director, Options Industry Council. Mark and Susan discuss the OIC and s latest study of retail options traders. Topics include: Why women don and t trade options and the demographic shifts that have occurred in the options market over the past 20 years. In addition, Mark and Susan discuss the numerous challenges facing the derivatives industry in Washington, D.C. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=114 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=114 Tue, 22 Jun 2010 23:23:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Panel Audio: Closing Remarks and Passing Of The Hammer http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=113 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=113 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:22:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Panel Audio: Globalization - The International Perspective http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=112 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=112 Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:53:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010: Mark is joined by David Harris, CEO, CBOE Stock Exchange. Mark and David discuss the latest developments at CBSX including: expanding the exchange and s reach beyond options market makers to include high frequency equity traders. Other topics include: the road ahead for single stock futures and navigating the difficult regulatory climate for both equities and options exchanges. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=111 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=111 Tue, 8 Jun 2010 21:49:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Panel Audio: Adaptation - The Retail Marketplace. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=110 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=110 Mon, 7 Jun 2010 14:11:00 GMT Live from OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Chris Nagy, MD, TD Ameritrade. Mark and Chris discuss TD Ameritrade and s plans for the options market, including the ongoing integration of the ThinkOrSwim options platform. Other discussion topics include: How does TD Ameritrade plan to differentiate itself from ThinkorSwim and continue to attract options traders going forward; Why do so many financial advisors continue to ignore the options market; How difficult is it to be a derivatives lobbyist in the current political climate? http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=109 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=109 Wed, 2 Jun 2010 22:31:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Panel Audio - Specialization: The World of Social Marketing http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=108 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=108 Tue, 1 Jun 2010 01:04:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Chris Larkin, Senior Vice President, Etrade. Mark and Chris explore the reasons that hard core options users aren and t migrating to Etrade. Chris also outlines some of the upgrades that Etrade hopes will lure customers away from targeted options brokers like OptionsXpress. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=107 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=107 Fri, 28 May 2010 23:07:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Panel Audio: Innovation - The Options Market http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=106 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=106 Mon, 24 May 2010 22:42:00 GMT Live from OIC - Mark is joined by Tom Wittman, President, NASDAQ OMX/PHLX. Mark and Tom discuss the fact that so many exchanges are copying PHLX by swapping ownership for order flow. They also discuss the claims that NASDAQ and BATS are cannibalizing the options market. Finally, they debate PHLX and s controversial pursuit of dividend trade volume. Does this strategy exploit retail traders and distort the overall options market? http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=105 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=105 Fri, 21 May 2010 23:48:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Panel Audio: Reinvention - New Paradigms for Trading Technology http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=104 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=104 Thu, 20 May 2010 23:50:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Carrick Pierce, President, Derivix. Mark and Carrick discuss the current trends in the world of trading technology. Should trading firms look toward customized solutions, off-the-shelf technology or all-in-one solutions? Can a jack-of-all trades system compete with standalone software in terms of functionality? Are high-end retail traders the holy grail for trading software firms? http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=103 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=103 Wed, 19 May 2010 00:48:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010: Mark is joined by Ed Boyle (Head of U.S. Options - NYSE Euronext) and Steve Crutchfield (CEO - AMEX Options) for a far-reaching conversation. Mark, Ed and Steve discuss the rebirth of AMEX in the options market. They also discuss the growing level competition among exchanges and the potential for new rivals to enter the game. Finally, they explore the problems with options volume statistics and debate whether the SEC should crack down on the newest options exchanges. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=101 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=101 Wed, 19 May 2010 15:51:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Audio: Regulatory Reform and How Washington Works http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=102 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=102 Mon, 17 May 2010 00:05:00 GMT Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell (The Tipping Point, Outliers) addresses the Options Industry Conference. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=100 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=100 Fri, 14 May 2010 15:39:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by David Fisher, CEO of OptionsXpress. Mark and David discuss the ferocious competition in the retail options space. They also discuss the growing arms race among firms looking to attract high-end retail options traders. Finally, David addresses claims that OptionsXpress may have lost its way after recent management changes and acquisitions. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=99 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=99 Thu, 13 May 2010 23:38:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Panel Audio: - Evolution: The Equities Markets http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=98 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=98 Wed, 12 May 2010 00:57:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Andy Nybo, Head of Derivatives at Tabb Group. Mark and Andy discuss the role of analysts in the options market. They also dive into the Tabb Group and s latest study of buyside options traders. Finally, they immerse themselves in the debate over derivatives reform and explore the buyside and s perspective of Washington. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=97 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=97 Tue, 11 May 2010 00:17:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2010 Panel Audio: Presentation of the 2010 Sullivan Award. The Sullivan Award honors an individual who has made significant contributions to the options industry. This year and s recipient is Bill Porter, the Founder of Etrade and the Co-Founder of the International Securities Exchange. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=96 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=96 Mon, 10 May 2010 00:18:00 GMT Live From OIC 2010 - Mark is joined by Jeromee Johnson, Head of BATS Options. Mark and Jeromee debate the age-old question: does the world need yet another options exchange? They also explore the potential competitive advantages that BATS brings to the table. Finally, they discuss the criticism that BATS and NASDAQ OMX are merely cannibalizing the options market. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=95 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=95 Fri, 7 May 2010 00:05:00 GMT If you were not able to make it to Phoenix, or if you just missed a panel, The Options Insider has you covered. The most popular panel at OIC 2010 is now available for download exclusively to Options Insider users. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=94 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=94 Thu, 6 May 2010 01:50:00 GMT Live from the Options Industry Conference - Mark is joined by Drew Shields and Adam Weyeneth from Symphono. Mark, Drew and Adam debate the merits of customized versus off-the-shelf trading solutions. They also discuss the ways that a niche options software developer can compete against behemoths like Microhedge. In addition, they explore the growing popularity of institutional trading products with retail options traders. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=93 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=93 Wed, 5 May 2010 00:45:00 GMT EXCLUSIVE OIC 2010 PANEL AUDIO - Our exclusive coverage of the 2010 Options Industry Conference kicks off with the opening remarks by ISE CEO Gary Katz. Those remarks are immediately followed by the Keynote Address from Jamie Brigagliano, Deputy Director of the Division of Trading and Markets at the SEC. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=92 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=92 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:17:00 GMT Live from the FIA Expo, Mark sits down with Scot Warren, MD of Equity Products and Index Services at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Scot dispels a number of rumors surrounding the CME and s volatility license with the CBOE. Will we see VIX futures and options trading on the CME in the near future? Mark and Scot also explore the reasoning behind the CME and s acquisition of the Dow Jones index products. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=91 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=91 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:08:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Gary Katz, CEO of the International Securities Exchange. Mark and Gary dive into the debate over flash trading and short selling restrictions in the options market. They also discuss a controversial ISE rule filing that allows large option orders to be crossed away from the exchange. Finally, Gary explains why Options Insider Radio listeners should attend the 2010 Options Industry Conference in Phoenix. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=90 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=90 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 23:59:00 GMT Mark is joined by Eric Cott, Director of Financial Advisor Education for the Options Industry Council. Mark and Eric discuss the elusive holy grail of the options market - the financial advisor. Countless firms have wasted millions of dollars trying to lure financial advisors into the options fold, all without success. But the OIC believes its new initiative can succeed where so many others have failed. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=89 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=89 Fri, 4 Dec 2009 00:44:00 GMT Mark is joined by Tony McCormick, the new CEO of the Boston Options Exchange. Mark and Tony discuss the revamped game plan for BOX. How can BOX survive with so many competitors targeting the options space? Will the exchange eventually become a dark pool? Can BOX even afford to compete in the institutional space? Tony answers these questions and many more... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=88 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=88 Mon, 2 Nov 2009 13:48:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Mike Tosaw, Financial Advisor, Know Your Options Inc. Mark and Mike explore several different ways to implement options into equity portfolios. They also discuss the common mistakes made by retail option investors and the rise of arrogant condor traders. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=85 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=85 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:46:00 GMT The conclusion of Mark and s far-reaching conversation with Ned Bennett, Co-Founder and Executive Vice Chairman of OptionsXpress. Ned and Mark debate the relative merits of Optionetic and s marketing tactics. They also discuss the long-term impact of the merger on OptionsXpress. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=84 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=84 Tue, 6 Oct 2009 01:58:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Ned Bennett, Co-Founder and Executive Vice Chairman of OptionsXpress. Ned responds to recent criticism of the Optionetics acquisition, including a scathing article in Barron and s entitled and OptionsXpress Out Of The Money. and http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=83 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=83 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:19:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Joe Cusick, Senior VP of Education at OptionsXpress. Mark and Joe discuss the controversial Optionetics acquisition. How will this deal impact the educational and content offerings at OptionsXpress? Can the radically different approaches to education and promotion at the two firms even be reconciled? In addition, Mark and Joe discuss futures trading and the common mistakes of new options traders. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=82 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=82 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:53:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Tom Busby, CEO, DTI Trader. Mark and Tom discuss the current outlook for volatility in 2009. They also explore ways to use futures contracts to inform your equity options trading. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=81 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=81 Thu, 9 Jul 2009 14:57:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Tom Whitman, the President of NASDAQ OMX/PHLX. Mark and Tom discuss the recent leadership changes at the exchange. Tom also responds to charges that NASDAQ is pursuing a predatory pricing model in the options market. In addition, Mark and Tom explore the new complex order system offered by NASDAQ OMX/PHLX. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=80 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=80 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:11:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Randy Frederick, Director of Derivatives and Trading at Charles Schwab. Mark and Randy discuss the recent overhaul to Schwab and s options trading platform. Other topics include: Randy and s options repair strategy for equity traders and the outlook for the options market in 2009. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=79 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=79 Mon, 8 Jun 2009 01:22:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: Where Do We Go From Here? Panelists for this session include: Jeff Macke, Macke Asset Management; Jon Najarian, optionMONSTER; Pete Najarian, optionMONSTER http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=78 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=78 Fri, 5 Jun 2009 00:56:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Robert Newhouse, CEO, Ballista Securities and Keith Landsberg, EVP - Business Development, Ballista Securities. Mark, Robert and Keith discuss the rise of third-party facilitation networks, aka dark pools, in the options market. They also discuss the impact of the financial meltdown, regulatory reform and penny pricing on Ballista and s business. Finally, they respond to BOX and s veiled threat to invade the crossing space and establish a competing facilitation platform. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=77 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=77 Thu, 4 Jun 2009 00:20:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: International Linkages and Multi-Product Clearing. Panelists: Michael E. Cahill, Options Clearing Corporation; Pete Axilrod, Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation; Marc Huglin, LCH.Clearnet Limited; Dale Michaels, CME Group http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=76 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=76 Wed, 3 Jun 2009 11:29:00 GMT REPOST - Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: Hot Issues In Clearing. Panelists: Michael McClain, Options Clearing Corporation (moderator); Herbert C. Kurlan, VTrader Group; Samuel F. Lek, Lek Securities; William C. McGowan, Interactive Brokers; John M. Ruth, Goldman Sachs http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=75 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=75 Tue, 2 Jun 2009 01:17:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Adam Nunes, Head of U.S. Options, NASDAQ. Mark and Adam dive straight into the raging debate over maker-taker pricing. Adam responds to claims that NASDAQ is giving away volume at a loss and cherry-picking options order flow. Mark and Adam also discuss the difficulties associated with launching a new options exchange during the height of the financial meltdown. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=73 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=73 Mon, 1 Jun 2009 01:09:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: The Great ETF Migration. Panelists: Andy Nybo, TABB Group (moderator); Scott Burns, Morningstar; Jamie Farmer, Dow Jones Indexes; Sid Jain, Keefe, Bruyette and Woods; Rob Stein, Astor Financial http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=72 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=72 Fri, 29 May 2009 00:13:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Will Easley, Vice Chairman of the Boston Options Exchange. Mark and Will discuss the growing controversy over maker-taker pricing. Will addresses the charge that BOX is giving away volume at a loss solely to gain market share. Mark and Will also discuss NASDAQ and s "irrational"pricing structure and Will and s belief that only one pricing model can survive in the options market. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=71 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=71 Thu, 28 May 2009 00:41:00 GMT OIC 2009 International Perspectives Panel. Panelists include: Tom Stern, optionsXpress International (moderator); Jorge Alegria, Mexican Derivatives Exchange; Luc Bertrand, Montreal Exchange; William Brodsky, Chicago Board Options Exchange and World Federation of Exchanges; Romain Delacretaz, Institut de la Bourse; Heike Eckert, Eurex; Jonathan Seymour, NYSE Liffe http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=70 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=70 Wed, 27 May 2009 00:11:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Gary Katz, President and CEO of the International Securities Exchange. Mark and Gary discuss the ISE and s recent decision to slash fees on premium option products. They also discuss the impact of pennies on the options market, the battle over maker-taker pricing and the outlook for options volume in 2009. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=69 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=69 Tue, 26 May 2009 00:36:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: Origins Of The Financial Crisis: How Did We Get Here. Speaker: David Marshall, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=68 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=68 Fri, 22 May 2009 16:38:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Peter Hauser, President of Sungard and s Microhedge Business Unit. Mark and Peter explore the reasons behind Microhedge and s continued popularity with options traders. They also examine new upgrades to the software and the rumors of an impending retail version of this long-running analytical platform. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=67 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=67 Thu, 21 May 2009 21:25:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Audio: Exchange Leaders Panel http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=66 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=66 Wed, 20 May 2009 21:13:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with David Harris, CEO of the CBOE Stock Exchange. Mark and David discuss the two pressing questions on the minds of Options Insider Radio listeners: What the heck is the CBOE Stock Exchange and why did the CBOE get involved in the ultra-competitive stock space? http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=65 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=65 Tue, 19 May 2009 23:02:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: Technology Leaders and Forum (Challenges in Today and s Environment) http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=64 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=64 Mon, 18 May 2009 22:10:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Ed Boyle, Director of U.S. Options, NYSE Euronext. Mark and Ed discuss the growing controversy over maker taker pricing in the options market. They also discuss the future of AMEX and the death of fixed-return options. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=63 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=63 Fri, 15 May 2009 22:26:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: The Tech Arms Race http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=62 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=62 Thu, 14 May 2009 00:19:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Phil Gocke, Managing Director - Institutions, OIC and Eric Cott, Director, OIC. They discuss the impact of the recent financial storm on hedge funds, pensions funds and other institutional options customers. They also discuss the OIC and s new web portal and its efforts to target financial advisors. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=61 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=61 Wed, 13 May 2009 23:28:00 GMT This session contains the conference opening remarks from BOX Vice-Chairman Will Easley. Those remarks are followed by the keynote address from Elizabeth King, Associate Director - Division of Trading and Markets, SEC. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=60 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=60 Tue, 12 May 2009 13:16:00 GMT In this live episode from OIC 2009, Mark sits down with George Ruhana, the new CEO of OptionsHouse. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=59 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=59 Fri, 8 May 2009 13:01:00 GMT A rundown of the latest developments from the options market. This session includes updates from the leading options exchanges along with briefings from a variety of industry committees. Review the show notes for a full list of speakers. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=58 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=58 Thu, 9 Apr 2009 01:40:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Craig Weil, Director of Trading at Online Trading Academy Chicago and the host of Traders Talk Live. Mark and Craig discuss the difficulties many traders encounter when switching to a new product class. They also discuss Craig and s 35 years of pit trading experience and the perils of trading everything from equity options to cattle futures. Finally, they explain how to avoid the numerous hucksters and charlatans lurking in the world of financial education. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=57 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=57 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:13:00 GMT Traders Talk Live Radio (which airs on AM 560 WIND in Chicago) recently featured www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark S. Longo as a special guest. Mark discussed the impact of volatility on the options market. In addition, Mark and the hosts devoted an entire segment to the vagaries of volatility skew. Options Insider Radio listeners can find the complete broadcast here... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=56 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=56 Tue, 3 Feb 2009 01:41:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Will Easley, Vice Chairman of the Boston Options Exchange (BOX). Mark and Will discuss the challenges that lie ahead for BOX and other options exchanges in 2009. Will the collapse of the hedge fund industry devastate the options market? Can BOX outmaneuver its rivals and carve out niches in the block crossing and OTC markets? Tune in to find out.... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=55 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=55 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:32:00 GMT Traders Talk Live Radio (which airs on AM 560 WIND in Chicago) recently featured www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark S. Longo as a special guest. Mark discussed options strategies for a variety of market conditions. He also provided a historical perspective on the rampaging VIX and explained why it and s dangerous to own options premium today. Options Insider Radio listeners can find the complete broadcast here... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=54 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=54 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:07:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Tony Scianna and Peter Hauser of SunGard. Mark, Tony and Peter dive into the expansive, and often confusing, world of options trading software. This wide-ranging conversation explores all aspects of options software from trading and position analysis to clearing and risk management. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=53 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=53 Fri, 7 Nov 2008 01:22:00 GMT In this episode of Trader Interviews, host Tim Bourquin profiles www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark Longo. Tim and Mark discuss the rampaging VIX, the election and s impact on the financial market, options strategies for a volatile environment, floor trading vs. screen trading, options products for retail investors and much more... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=52 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=52 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:59:00 GMT A brief rundown of the latest headlines from the options market. Topics covered include: ISE and NYSE Arca join forces in the forex market, the VIX roller coaster ride continues, concerns mount over possible VIX settlement manipulation, ICE and CME face-off over credit derivatives, Buffet vs. Greenspan, SEC/CFTC merger finally on the horizon and more... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=50 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=50 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:45:00 GMT A wrap-up of daily market activity http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=51 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=51 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 01:46:00 GMT A brief rundown of the latest headlines from the options market. Topics covered include: new options volume records, the VIX roller coaster ride continues, BOX vs. NASDAQ, the end of backdating, unusual options activity and more... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=49 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=49 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 23:17:00 GMT A brief rundown of the latest headlines from the options market. Topics covered include: the impact of the short selling ban, derivatives risk management crisis, VIX roller coaster ride, CME vs. OCC, OTC credit derivatives battle and more... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=48 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=48 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:12:00 GMT Traders Talk Live Radio (which airs on AM 560 WIND in Chicago) recently featured www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark S. Longo as a special guest. Mark discussed the impact of the short selling ban on the options market as well as a few protective options strategies for these troubled times. Options Insider Radio listeners can find the complete broadcast here... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=47 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=47 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 01:16:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Don Montanaro, CEO of retail brokerage firm TradeKing. Mark and Don discuss the challenges facing new retail options brokers as well as the benefits offered by Fixed Return Options (FROs). http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=46 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=46 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 02:45:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Randy Frederick, Director of Derivatives at Charles Schwab and Co. Mark and Randy explore the dynamic, dysfunctional and sometimes dangerous world of retail options trading... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=45 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=45 Tue, 9 Sep 2008 23:10:00 GMT Traders Talk Live Radio (which airs on AM 560 WIND in Chicago) recently featured www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark S. Longo as a special guest. Mark discussed unusual options trading activity and answered listener questions about options. Options Insider Radio listeners can find the complete broadcast here... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=44 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=44 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:10:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Robert Newhouse, CEO of Ballista. Mark and Robert discuss the growing controversy over dark pools in the options market... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=43 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=43 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 23:26:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by David Fisher, CEO of optionsXpress. Mark and David discuss the brutal competitive battlefield known as the retail options market. Can optionsXpress emerge victorious in the arms race for lower commissions, better executions and superior technology? Tune in to find out... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=42 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=42 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:14:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Al Brinkman, Director of Derivatives Marketing at the Philadelphia Stock Exchange (PHLX). Mark and Al discuss the rapidly growing market for currency options. They also discuss the NASDAQ/PHLX merger and the battle between maker-taker and traditional options models. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=41 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=41 Thu, 3 Jul 2008 23:37:00 GMT This episode of Traders Talk Live Radio (AM 560 WIND Chicago) features special guest Mark Longo and is devoted to options basics for retail stock investors. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=40 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=40 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:36:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Bill Brodsky, President and CEO of the Chicago Board Options Exchange. Mark and Bill discuss the explosion of interest in the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX). They also discuss penny pricing, the rise of dark pools and the options industry and s growing dissatisfaction with the SEC... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=39 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=39 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:22:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Alex Jacobson, Education Officer of the International Securities Exchange. Mark and Alex discuss the fascination with "premium harvesting" in the retail options market. They also discuss the growing interest in forex options and the explosion of demand for options education around the world. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=38 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=38 Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:24:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Adam Nunes, Head of the NASDAQ Options Market. Mark and Adam discuss the growing rivalry between the NASDAQ Options Market and BOX. They also discuss options dark pools and what it takes to compete in the cutthroat world of options. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=37 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=37 Fri, 30 May 2008 23:54:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Scott Morris, CEO of the Boston Options Exchange. Mark and Scott discuss the growing rivalry between BOX and the NASDAQ Options Market. They also discuss options dark pools and how BOX plans to compete in the increasingly crowded options business. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=36 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=36 Wed, 21 May 2008 00:46:00 GMT Traders Talk Live Radio (which airs on AM 560 WIND in Chicago) recently profiled www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark S. Longo. Options Insider Radio listeners can find the broadcast here. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=35 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=35 Fri, 16 May 2008 00:07:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Phil Gocke, Managing Director of the Options Industry Council. Mark and Phil discuss the benefits of trading collars on the QQQQ. They also discuss the institutional options market and why so many hedge fund managers and financial planners are afraid of options. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=34 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=34 Tue, 13 May 2008 23:56:00 GMT Options Insider Radio live from the Options Industry Conference in Las Vegas. In this episode, Mark is joined by John Hass, CEO of Options House. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=33 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=33 Fri, 28 Mar 2008 23:03:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Mike Bickford, Senior Vice President of Options at the American Stock Exchange. Mark and Mike discuss NYSE Euronext and s acquisition of AMEX and its ramifications for the options market. They also discuss AMEX and s fixed return options and why the exchange has such difficulty keeping up with its options rivals. In addition, Mark breaks down the latest options headlines and answers the burning question - "Why are option ticker symbols so strange?" http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=32 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=32 Tue, 4 Mar 2008 14:09:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Tony McCormick, Senior Vice President of Equity Options at Charles Schwab. Mark and Tony discuss the fading optimism over penny pricing in the options market. They also discuss competition in the retail brokerage space and whether Schwab (and other brokers) will soon be forced to raise their options commissions. In addition, Mark explores the latest options headlines and responds to a forum member and s question about put options. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=31 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=31 Wed, 13 Feb 2008 00:40:00 GMT In this episode, Mark concludes his conversation with David Mortimer and Jeromee Johnson of 3D Markets. In addition, Mark explores the latest options headlines and responds to a hedge fund manager and s question about "trading deltas." http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=30 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=30 Tue, 8 Jan 2008 02:02:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with both the CEO and the President of 3D Markets - David Mortimer and Jeromee Johnson. Mark, David and Jeromee discuss the inherent difficulties of block trading in the options market. In addition, Mark explores the latest options headlines and finally answers your burning questions about dollar strikes. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=29 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=29 Mon, 12 Nov 2007 00:08:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Henry Schwartz, the founder of Trade Alert. Mark and Henry discuss the best ways to find and track unusual options activity. They also discuss the recent surge of insider trading in the options market. In addition, Mark examines the latest options headlines, peers into the dark side with his Unusual Activity Report and finally answers your pressing questions about options order routing. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=28 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=28 Tue, 2 Oct 2007 01:05:00 GMT This episode features the return of one of our most popular guests - Scott Morris, CEO of the Boston Options Exchange. Scott and Mark discuss BOX and s adoption of the controversial maker-taker pricing structure. They also discuss BOX and s plans to compete against multinational monoliths like NYSE Euronext and ISE. In addition, Mark examines the latest options headlines, peers into the dark side with the Backdating Update and answers your pressing questions about portfolio margining. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=27 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=27 Tue, 4 Sep 2007 01:44:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Danny Rosenthal, co-CEO of Options House. Mark and Danny discuss the increasingly cutthroat world of retail options brokerage. They also rewrite the conventional wisdom surrounding retail options traders. In addition, Mark examines the latest options headlines, peers into the dark side with the Backdating Update and answers your pressing questions about volatility skew. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=26 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=26 Wed, 1 Aug 2007 23:40:00 GMT In this episode, Mark chats with Russell Andersson, co-founder of the on-line derivatives exchange HedgeStreet. Mark and Russell discuss the current flood of binary derivatives hitting the market. They also discuss HedgeStreet and s struggle to expand its market and overcome the stigma of "terrorism futures." In addition, Mark examines the latest options headlines, peers into the dark side with the Backdating Update and answers your pressing questions about the CME/CBOT merger. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=25 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=25 Fri, 6 Jul 2007 01:19:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Phil Gocke, Managing Director of the Options Industry Council. Mark and Phil break down the OIC and s new institutional options initiative and discuss the rise of hedge funds/pension funds in the options market. As usual, Mark also examines the latest options headlines, peers into the dark side with his Backdating Update and answers your pressing questions about pin risk. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=24 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=24 Tue, 5 Jun 2007 01:26:00 GMT Mark concludes his conversation with Tony Saliba, the CEO of LiquidPoint LLC. Mark and Tony discuss the problems with pennies, the impact of hedge funds on the options market and whether Nasdaq can succeed in the options biz. As usual, Mark also examines the latest options headlines, peers into the dark side with his Backdating Update and answers your pressing questions about insider trading. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=23 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=23 Sat, 28 Apr 2007 14:46:00 GMT Tony Saliba, CEO of LiquidPoint LLC and the only options trader featured in Market Wizards, joins us to discuss why the penny pilot is bad for the options market. As usual, we also examine the latest options headlines, peer into the dark side with our Backdating Update and answer your pressing options questions. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=22 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=22 Wed, 4 Apr 2007 01:47:00 GMT In this episode we dive into the middle of the CME/ICE battle, explore the frenzied world of credit derivatives and peer into the dark side with our Backdating Update. As usual, we also examine the latest options headlines and answer your pressing options questions. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=21 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=21 Fri, 2 Mar 2007 13:22:00 GMT You asked for it! Episode 3 is finally here! Scott Morris, CEO of the Boston Options Exchange (BOX), joins us to discuss the impact of pennies on the options markets, whether small liquidity providers can survive in a penny environment and how BOX plans to compete against juggernauts like the ISE, NYSE and NASDAQ. In addition, Mark analyzes the latest options headlines and answers your options questions. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=20 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=20 Fri, 9 Feb 2007 01:33:00 GMT Tony McCormick, VP of Equity Options for Charles Schwab, joins us for a candid discussion of one of the most important events in the history of the options markets - the Penny Pilot. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=19 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=19 Wed, 24 Jan 2007 16:01:00 GMT Join us as we dive headfirst into the largest financial scandal in recent memory. Will Steve Jobs and affinity for backdating land him in a jail cell? Also, we examine one of the oldest, and most deceptive, sales tactics in the options world. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=14 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/radio/?id=14