Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 736
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 4.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Male
Listener location: USA
Instagram: 1.1k followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
questions@theoptionsinsider.com
info@theoptionsinsider.com
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Host
Mark Longo - Founder of The Options Insider and a specialist in options and volatility markets.
Russell Rhoads - Options and volatility markets educator, analyst, and author known for specialized commentary on VIX and derivatives trading.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Rich Excell - Declining Volatility, VIX Products, VIX Options Activity, And Volatility Forecasts.
Michael Listman - UVXY, SVIX, VXX, Volatility ETP Strategies, Seasonality, Pair Trades, And Risk Management.
Mike Thompson - Semiconductor And Technology Volatility, Volatility Surfaces, Correlation, VIX Options, And Volatility Etps.
Matt Thompson - Semiconductor And Technology Volatility, Volatility Surfaces, Correlation, VIX Options, And Volatility Etps.
Mark Sebastian - Volatility Market Conditions, VIX Options, Volatility Etps, And Trading Strategies.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Volatility Views 698: Crazy VIX Calls and More Fun With Perpetual Futures
October 09, 2026
Volatility spikes are giving traders little time to cash in—but that hasn't stopped someone from scooping up five-cent VIX lottery tickets. Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads and Scott Nations break down a whipsaw week for stocks, the brief return of demand for downside protection and the challenges of capturing gains when VIX rallies quickly fade. On this episode of Volatility Views, the panel debates whether perpetual VIX futures could bring traders closer to tradable spot VIX—or disrupt the existi...
Volatility Views 697: Nothing Makes Sense
October 03, 2026
Weak jobs data sends stocks higher, VIX futures remain stubbornly elevated above spot, and volatility products deliver some puzzling results. Mark Longo, Dr. Russell Rhoads and Jim Carroll examine the conflicting signals driving the equity and volatility markets. The panel breaks down VIX futures term structure, persistent contango and the risks surrounding a narrow, tech-led rally. They also debate the prospect of perpetual VIX futures and how funding rates and arbitrage could affect existin...
Volatility Views 696: The Volatility Censors Strike Again!!!
September 25, 2026
VIX kept drifting lower even as the market swung through another eventful week. Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads, Mark Sebastian and Brian Overby to examine the gap between current volatility and the risk priced into VIX futures. The panel digs into heavy VIX call activity, unusual weekly options trades, the potential effect of midterm election options on VIX, and ways to structure a volatility trade when upside calls are expensive. They also revisit SVIX and UVIX, debate whether Treasu...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Volatility Views?
Volatility Views is hosted by Mark Longo and Russell Rhoads. Its publicly listed emails are questions@theoptionsinsider.com and info@theoptionsinsider.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Volatility Views?
The publicly listed emails for Volatility Views: questions@theoptionsinsider.com and info@theoptionsinsider.com.
How many listeners does Volatility Views have?
Podseeker estimates Volatility Views reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Volatility Views?
Volatility Views typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Active options or volatility traders, derivatives educators, market strategists, volatility researchers, and leaders of specialized trading firms with practical expertise in VIX, volatility products, options flow, or derivatives strategies. Common among recent guests: Founding or leading a specialized options or volatility trading firm; Professional experience trading VIX, volatility ETPs, or derivatives; Recognized expertise in options education, market analysis, or volatility strategy. Recent guests include Rich Excell, Michael Listman, and Mike Thompson.
How hard is it to get booked on Volatility Views?
Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.
What topics does Volatility Views cover?
Recent episodes cover Volatility, Vix, Options, Derivatives, and Trading. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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