Volatility Views

Volatility Views

The Options Insider Radio Network

Episodes 721
Avg. Duration 1h 1m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.2 (17)
Since Aug 2011
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Weekly
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87%
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About This Podcast

Volatility Views is the premier radio program for volatility traders. With leading industry guests and detailed analysis of volatility products, this program takes you inside the world of volatility trading like never before. If you are an experienced options trader looking to expand your understanding of volatility, or if you are simply curious about VIX and other volatility products, then this is the program for you.

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Recent Episodes

Volatility Views 683: Revenge of Dr. VIX

Jun 06, 2026 56m

After months of warning that volatility was being ignored, Dr. VIX finally gets a little revenge. With the Nasdaq suffering its worst selloff of the year, VIX surging back toward the 20 handle, and…

Volatility Views 682: Stupid VIX Trades and SVIX Outrage

May 29, 2026 1h 6m

Volatility continued its retreat this week as equities marched higher and the VIX flirted with the 15 handle. On this episode, Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads, and Mark Sebastian break down the latest…

Volatility Views 681: Urban Legends and Sexy Volatility

May 22, 2026 56m

The markets keep rallying, volatility keeps fading, and traders keep asking the same question: what could possibly go wrong? This week on Volatility Views, Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads (Dr. VIX), and…

Volatility Views 680: Wet, Hot Volatility Summer!

May 15, 2026 1h 1m

Summer has officially arrived in the vol markets. In this episode, Mark Longo and Russell Rhoads break down a week where the markets seemed to ignore everything from Middle East conflict to hot…

Volatility Views 679: OIC Surprises, Upside Crashes and Evil Hanses

May 09, 2026 1h

In this episode of Volatility Views, host Mark Longo checks in from the road at the Options Industry Conference (OIC) to break down a week of relentless market rallies and "upside crashes." Joining…

Volatility Views 678: Damn The Vol Torpedoes...Full Speed Ahead!

May 02, 2026 59m

The bulls are charging, and volatility is getting "taken to the woodshed." Join Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads (the "Volatility Closet" resident), and Mark Sebastian (the "Greasy Meatball") as they break…

Volatility Views 677: Geopolitical Turmoil and the Death of Vol Conferences

Apr 24, 2026 1h 1m

Is the traditional volatility conference a dying breed? This week on Volatility Views, host Mark Longo and the "Once, Future, and Present Dr. VIX," Russell Rhoads, dive into the shifting landscape of…

Volatility Views 676: Are these Bizarro Markets?

Apr 17, 2026 1h 4m

Is it "opposite day" in the financial markets? In this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads (Dr. VIX), Andrew Giovinazzi from Option Pit, and Scott Nations from Nations…

Volatility Views 675: Did the Ceasefire Kill Volatility?

Apr 10, 2026 57m

On this episode, Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads (the "Dr. VIX"), and Andrew Giovinazzi of Option Pit dive into a wild week in the vol markets. After a massive relief rally triggered by ceasefire…

Volatility Views 674: The Looming Specters of War, Recession and Private Credit Risk

Mar 27, 2026 1h 2m

The "warm turns" mid-week as the post-Iran conflict pattern continues to haunt the markets. In this episode, Mark Longo, Mark Sebastian, and Dr. Russell Rhoads break down why the VIX is finally…

Volatility Views 673: Geopolitical Risk and the Death of Lone Wolf McQuade

Mar 20, 2026 1h

In this episode of Volatility Views, the crew breaks down a week of intense market swings driven by escalating Middle East conflict and a stunning shift in the Fed's long-term rate outlook. We also…

Volatility Views 672: Crude vs Bonds vs VIX vs Friday the 13th

Mar 13, 2026 59m

It's a spooky Friday the 13th on the Options Insider Radio Network! This week, the panel gathers to dissect a market that is being haunted by more than just superstitions. From explosive moves in…

Volatility Views 671: Revenge of the Loggins?

Mar 06, 2026 1h

The VIX is screaming higher, hitting a 27 handle as the "Danger Zone" officially reopens. On this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads, Andrew Giovinazzi, and Matt…

Volatility Views 670: Vol Patterns and the Riddle of UVIX

Feb 27, 2026 59m

Tech wreckage is cutting the knees off the market, and the volatility panel is seeing red. This week, Mark Longo, Mark Sebastian, and Russell Rhoads dive into why the VIX is firming up despite the…

Volatility Views 669: Flashing Warning Signals?

Feb 20, 2026 56m

Is the market teetering on the edge of a "seminal collapse"? On this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo, Mark Sebastian (the "Meatball"), and Russell Rhoads (Dr. VIX) break down a chaotic week…

Volatility Views 668: CPI Spikes, AI Jitters, and the Road to Vol Death Match 2.0

Feb 13, 2026 1h 3m

The "Buy the Dip" mentality was put to the test this week. Host Mark Longo is joined by Dr. Russell Rhoads (the "Once, Future, and Present Dr. VIX") and Andrew Giovinazzi (The Rock Lobster) to break…

Volatility Views 667: A Volatility Bloodletting

Feb 06, 2026 1h

The market witnessed a wild week of price action, shifting from a tech-led "bloodletting" to a massive Friday reversal. In this episode, Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads (Dr. VIX), and Mark Sebastian (The…

Volatility Views 666: Metals Apocalypse

Jan 30, 2026 57m

A historic rout in the precious metals markets steals the spotlight this week on Volatility Views. From silver's massive 25% intraday drop to the naming of a new (and hawkish) Fed Chair nominee, the…

Volatility Views 665: Masters of the Volatility Universe

Jan 23, 2026 1h 5m

The Council of Elders Reconvenes: The Greenland Siege and the Power of Gamma In this episode of Volatility Views, the Council of Elders—Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads, and Mark Sebastian—gather at the…

Volatility Views 664: A Terrible Year for Negative Correlation

Jan 16, 2026 59m

In this episode, Mark Longo is joined by Dr VIX Russell Rhoads and Andrew Giovinazzi (The Rock Lobster) to conduct a "post-mortem" on 2025 and break down the surprising trends defining the start of…

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