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The Option Block

The Option Block All-Star Panel breaks down the latest developments in the options market, analyzes unusual options activity, explains cutting-edge options strategies, answers listener questions and much more. Whether you're an active options trader or just getting started in the options market, The Option Block will keep you informed and entertained.

Nov 30, 2012

Option Block 202: VIX: How Low Can It Go?

Trading Block: Zynga is up 4%, after filing Form 4 with the SEC....


Nov 27, 2012

Option Block 201: Traders as Quarterbacks

Trading Block: Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Holiday season appears to be off to a good start. Facebook pops 8% with 60% more volume than normal. Apple rallies 18 handles. Microsoft drops their second-in-command.

Interview Block: Today's guest is Anthony Crudele, Head...


Nov 20, 2012

Option Block 200: It's a Celebration

Celebration 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,...


Nov 16, 2012

Option Block 199: Apple Selloff and Yoga Pants

Trading Block: The mild selloff continues. What is happening with VIX and realized volatility post-election? VIX calls/verticals/ratios vs. SPY puts/verticals/ratios. Does VIX win?  A big Apple selloff. Is Uncle Mike getting ready to get back in? Dell earnings after hours....


Nov 13, 2012

Option Block 198: Sex Scandals and Star Wars

Trading Block: All three major indices unchanged at 0. Mild vol selloff, following a mild rally after post-election selloff. CIA head forced out following a fantastically crazy scandal.

Odd Block: Unusual activity in Titanium Metals Corp. (TIE); bullish options are in play...