HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management CO-HOST: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit This week, the All-Star panel is stunned by the Big Tech and AI momentum that's pushing stocks to absurd levels. Andrew "Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi uses an analogy from The Producers to describe the ridiculous, runaway success of the "Mag 7" and the OpenAI frenzy. Is this a guaranteed flop, or are investors destined to be unexpectedly rich?

Inside the Block:

• The Big Tech/AI Metaphor: Why the surprising, explosive rally in tech reminds us of a famous, satirical Broadway flop.

• Shocking Moves: "Uncle" Mike Tosaw details why he has sold 95% of his long-held silver exposure—a truly historic moment!

• Odd Block: We break down the unusual order flow in a few newcomers, including high-flying biotech KNSA and semi-related AMKR.

• Earnings Blitz: A massive week ahead with Uber, Spotify, AMD, and more—plus, a look at the wild vol priced into HIMS and PLTR.

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group

CO-HOST: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets

CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management

This episode dives into the latest trends and activities in the options market, featuring key discussions on AI spending by companies like Meta and Microsoft and its effects on their stock prices. The hosts analyze market movements, unusual trading activities, and speculate on the potential impact of upcoming earnings from major companies like Apple and Amazon. The show also covers listener opinions on whether current market valuations are sustainable, given the lofty PE ratios and potential bubble-like conditions. Additionally, the episode features some tips for monitoring market events in the coming days.

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group

CO-HOST: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit

CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management

In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo and his co-hosts discuss the current market rally and the impact of AI announcements, especially Qualcomm's recent surge. The team dives into unusual options activity, focusing on stocks like Huntsman Corp and the new Bitcoin treasury name, Strive Inc. They also analyze the role of volatility and discuss strategic adjustments made due to recent market conditions. The episode wraps up with a look at what to expect in the coming trading week, including key tech earnings and potential market movements.

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management In this episode, host Mark Longo and his co-hosts, including "Uncle" Mike Tosaw and Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz explore the latest trends and trades in the options market. The show covers everything from the performance of VIX and SPX to notable unusual activities in names like Beyond Meat, Energy Fuels Inc., and Stone Co. Limited. The team also dives into broader market themes, such as potential impacts of government shutdowns, macroeconomic factors, and the Fed's role in economic independence. Listener engagement features include an audience poll on Fed independence and a lively discussion on fantasy football.

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Co-Host: Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, The Option Pit This episode covers various options trading strategies, including discussions on unusual options activity in stocks like Canan Inc. and American Battery Technology Company. The hosts explore the market dynamics, including the impact of current events on volatility and stock performance. They also share insights on rebalancing portfolios, the importance of covered calls, and offer personal anecdotes, including Uncle Mike's unique healthcare sharing arrangement. With an engaging trivia challenge and discussions on maintaining the independence of the Federal Reserve, this episode blends financial education with lively commentary.

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets Co-Host: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management This episode discusses the upsurge in options trading volume driven by current market volatility and significant movements in metals like silver and gold. The hosts analyze unusual options activity in AMD and Flagstar Financial, with noted trends of increased put buying. They also touch on the ongoing earnings season, focusing on financial sector reports and their impact on the market. The episode wraps up with a live poll discussing current VIX trades and a reminder for traders to stay cautious in these volatile times.

• Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group
• Co-Host: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit
• Co-Host: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management

In this episode of the Option Block, we break down the market's latest moves on a 'manic Monday.' We provide analysis on today's market activity including bond market closures, unusual options activity, and the ongoing impact of political events such as tariff tweets and the government shutdown. Uncle Mike Tosaw shares an update on a long-promised silver collar strategy, while Andrew "The Rock Lobster" provides insights on tech stocks and future implications of current market dynamics. Additionally, the show discusses Beyond Meat's stock decline, the intriguing flow in Yelp, and anticipates the upcoming bank earnings season.

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network Co-Hosts: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets & Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management In this episode of The Option Block, the hosts delve into the latest trends and unusual activities in the options market. The show starts by discussing key market movements, analyzing the impact of the government shutdown on trading activities, and providing insights on speculative trades and strategies. The segment also highlights unusual call buying activity in Sweetgreen and Weave Communications, and how they're impacting their respective stocks. Additionally, the hosts touch on current events and their potential impact on the market, including geopolitical dynamics and upcoming earnings reports. The episode wraps up with listener engagement, addressing questions about the shutdown duration and market sentiment.

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOSTS: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit & Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management In this episode, the team breaks down the options market, including unusual activity alerts, market analysis, trading strategies, and listener questions. They discuss the latest on tech stocks like AMD, Oracle, and OpenAI, current market trends, and the ongoing government shutdown's impact. The episode also covers the significance of having contingency plans for unexpected trading issues and highlights some interesting trades such as bullish calls in Weyerhaeuser and Gain Therapeutics. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 07:05 Trading Block: Market Analysis 34:01 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity (WY, GANX) 47:27 Strategy Block: Planning for the Unexpected 50:30 Around the Block: Market Watch 53:07 Show Wrap-Up and Announcements

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network Co-Hosts: Henry Schwartz, Cboe & Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management In this episode, the hosts discuss the latest happenings in the options market amid the government's second day of shutdown. The highlights include a record-breaking September with 1.4 billion contracts traded, marking a 45% increase year-over-year. The show features insights covering topics from unusual options activities in companies like ARCC and USAR to the soaring volumes in household index options. Attention also turns to the persistent rally of NVIDIA and AMD and the rebirth of stocks like WOLF, who went from potential bankruptcy to making significant gains. Additionally, the hosts discuss the relevance of VIX and gold as gauges of market sentiment in the current trading environment. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 03:14 Market Analysis and Trading Block 06:16 Government Shutdown and Market Reactions 10:27 Precious Metals and Market Trends 16:28 Retail Trading and Market Volume 30:07 Apple's Post-iPhone Launch Performance 30:30 Rocket Companies' Struggles 30:46 Intel's Steady Climb 31:13 AMD's Hot Day 31:24 Nvidia's New All-Time High 31:44 Tesla's Volatile Week 32:45 Unusual Options Activity: The Odd Block 33:35 The Wolf's Astonishing Comeback 37:50 Aries Capital Corp's Tumultuous Year 41:32 USA Rare Earth Inc's Surge 47:08 Market Sentiment: VIX vs. Gold 50:45 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts