Option Block 200: It's a CelebrationCelebration Block: Let's pat ourselves on the back for lasting for 200 episodes, the most episodes of any program on our network, and probably the most episodes of any options podcast in history.

• We've had more episodes than: Seinfeld, Magnum PI, The Cosby Show, Full House, Different Strokes, Golden Girls & Three's Company.
• We also look back at the origins of the show and share some of our favorite moments along the way, including: Sebastian's many nicknames, Grigus' many stock picks, Tosaw's favorite strategies, favorite guest, favorite uncomfortable moments, and much more.
• We're also cooking up a new segment: live listener questions.

Trading Block: Potential budget compromise sparks a strong rally. Apple at $505! Who's back in? CBOE missed a great opportunity to have a tradable Apple VIX on Friday. Hostess going bankrupt - is the Twinkie gone forever? Can they be saved by Bimbo Bakery? Intel lower after the news of their CEO retiring. Tyson Foods blows past estimates. Xpress Block: Alex Jacobson get today's OX hot seat and discusses OX's idea hub and walk limit product. Don't forget this is a short week for trading. Around the Block: Beware of decay, and watch for bargains, because of this shortened holiday week. Fiscal cliff looking less perilous. Is this the return of the upside vol?