Markets showed broad weakness heading into the weekend, with the Nasdaq ($NQ) down 230 points, the Russell 2000 ($RTY) off 1.3%, and the Dow ($YM) shedding 510 points. Volatility remained elevated, with the E-mini VIX (/VX) up sharply. Silver led commodity moves, surging 5.5%, while gold ($GC) added nearly 1% and crude oil ($CL) climbed close to 4%. Bitcoin slipped to $66,200.

The Q&A covered vega management, position sizing, and scaling in and out of trades — with a reminder that TLT carries a dividend today worth approximately $0.40, which could impact in-the-money options positions.