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  • TWIFO 476: Is Taylor Swift Hunt-ing Silver?

    TWIFO 476: Is Taylor Swift Hunt-ing Silver?
    Dec 5 2025

    In this action-packed episode of This Week in Futures Options (TWIFO), host Mark Longo and special guest Dan Gramza (Gramza Capital Management) break down the massive volatility and unexpected price movements across commodity and futures options markets. We conduct a detailed futures options analysis on the shocking, explosive rip in Silver, which is now the best-performing asset tracked by the show this year. We also dive into the highly active Natural Gas (NG) market, discussing key support levels and the shifting landscape of global LNG demand. Plus, we address the viral audience theory: Is Taylor Swift cornering the silver market?

    📈 Key Topics & Trading Takeaways

    • Explosive Silver Rally: Detailed breakdown of the 14.05% spike in silver and the Feb 80/85 Silver Call Vertical trade (for only 12 cents!), as volatility is aggressively priced out.

    • Natural Gas Volatility: Analysis of the current Nat Gas (NG) five-handle price level, the demand outlook for a colder winter, and the dominant Jan 6 Calls and Jan 4 Puts trading activity.

    • Gold (GC) Market Structure: Comparing gold's performance to silver, the role of central bank demand (dollarization/de-dollarization), and the 4500-strike call vertical flow.

    • Futures Options Volatility: A look at the week's C-Vol report showing volatility annihilation across the board for FX, Treasuries, Metals, and Energy.

    • The Great Debate: Guest Dan Gramza shares his expert opinion on whether cranberry sauce with nuts qualifies as a side dish or a topping.
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  • TWIFO 475: Market Whipsaw & The Tsunami of Near-Dated Futures Options

    TWIFO 475: Market Whipsaw & The Tsunami of Near-Dated Futures Options
    Nov 20 2025

    HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider

    CME HOT SEAT: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management

    In this episode, Mark and Mike discuss the significant trading volume and price swings in the S&P 500, spurred by Nvidia earnings and broader market dynamics. The show delves into specific trades and strikes lighting up the tape, highlighting unusual activity in short-term options. Uncle Mike shares insights into the bond market, focusing on the 10-year note and the implications of upcoming Fed decisions. Additionally, the episode examines heightened activity in the gold market, providing an in-depth look at trading strategies and market sentiment.
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    59 m
  • TWIFO 474: Hoarding Gold For Terrifying Reasons

    TWIFO 474: Hoarding Gold For Terrifying Reasons
    Nov 14 2025

    HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider

    CME HOT SEAT: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business

    In this episode of This Week in Futures Options, the hosts explore significant movements and trades across various markets. They focus on the explosive action in gold and silver, with deep in-the-money gold calls and far out-of-the-money silver calls taking center stage. They also delve into the dynamics of the energy sector, examining the contrasting fortunes of crude oil and natural gas. Additionally, the episode discusses the interesting divergences in equity volatilities, particularly in the Russell 2000 amidst potential Santa Claus rally trends. The hosts round off with insights from the latest movers and shakers, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the futures options landscape.
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    59 m
  • TWIFO 473: Cutting-Edge Research on Metals, Crypto, Equities and More

    TWIFO 473: Cutting-Edge Research on Metals, Crypto, Equities and More
    Nov 7 2025

    HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider

    CME HOT SEAT: Erik Norland, CME Group

    In this episode, Mark and Erik discuss recent developments in the futures and options market. They cover a wide array of topics, including the impacts of macroeconomic policies on gold and precious metals, the rise of cryptocurrencies like Solana and XRP, and recent movements in the equities and small-cap index. They also delve into new research regarding the Mexican equity market as a diversification opportunity and have an interesting dialogue about the validity of the Phillips Curve in modern economics. The episode provides a comprehensive overview of volatility, trading activity, and market trends in various asset classes. Moreover, the show features insightful discussions on key trades, skews, and the underlying dynamics driving the current market scenario.
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    53 m
  • TWIFO 472: Soybean Tsunami and Copper Craziness

    TWIFO 472: Soybean Tsunami and Copper Craziness
    Oct 31 2025

    HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group

    GUEST: Carley Garner, DeCarley Trading

    In this episode of This Week in Futures Options, Mark Longo and guest Carly Garner discuss various developments in the futures options market, including the impact of Chinese trade deals on commodities like gold, soybeans, and natural gas. They examine the latest trading activities, volatility trends, and market movements in precious metals, agricultural products, and energy sectors. Highlights include gold's speculative surge, significant options volume in soybeans driven by trade talks, and strategic trading insights. Carly also provides commentary on the current market landscape, comparing historical patterns and offering actionable trading strategies.
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    57 m
  • TWIFO 471: Shaking up the Crypto Complex

    TWIFO 471: Shaking up the Crypto Complex
    Oct 24 2025
    • HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group
    • CME HOT SEAT: Giovanni Vicioso, Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products at CME Group
    In this episode, the discussion covers CME's recent launch of Solana and XRP options, the role of institutional and retail participants, and the evolution of use cases for Bitcoin and Ether futures and options. The episode also highlights plans for 24/7 trading in CME's crypto suite starting in early 2026, pending regulatory approval. Additionally, the episode features a dive into the Movers and Shakers report, showcasing significant moves in the energy and metals sectors.
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    53 m
  • TWIFO 470: Metals Madness Takes Over The Market

    TWIFO 470: Metals Madness Takes Over The Market
    Oct 16 2025
    Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group The latest episode dives deep into the explosive activity in the precious metals market, with a special focus on gold and silver. Mark covers the unprecedented volumes and price surges in gold, which hit new highs of $4,308, and silver, which soared to $52.78. The episode also discusses the increased volatility and demand for both metals, with detailed analysis of key trades and market behaviors. Additional coverage includes other precious metals like platinum and palladium, which also saw significant movements. The episode highlights how these surges are reflected across different contracts and their implications for traders.
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    47 m
  • TWIFO 469: Everyone Is Obsessed With Metals

    TWIFO 469: Everyone Is Obsessed With Metals
    Oct 10 2025

    Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network

    CME Hot Seat Guest: Scott Bauer, Prosper Trading Academy

    In this episode hosted by Mark Longo, Scott Bauer from Prosper Trading Academy joins to discuss the latest action in the futures options market. The show covers a diverse range of topics including the unprecedented activity in gold, which recently hit a new all-time high of $4,000 and nearly 50% up year-to-date, and the ongoing bullish sentiment in other precious metals like silver and palladium. The discussion also takes a deep dive into the energy sector, focusing on the tumultuous moves in Nat Gas and crude oil.
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