In this episode, Mark Longo and his guests, Russell Rhodes (Kelley School of Business - Indiana University), Andrew Giovinazzi (The Option Pit), and Matt Amberson (ORATS) delve into a week characterized by remarkable market movements and surprising fluidity in volatility levels. The panel discusses specific options trades, the broader economic implications of recent events, and their own strategic trading insights. Punctuated by sharp analyses on macroeconomic indicators and a look-ahead towards earnings season, the hosts engage in rich discussions encapsulating the volatile yet intriguing landscape of the current trading environment.

01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views

01:52 Market Recap and Volatility Insights

03:24 Special Guests and Discussions

06:18 Volatility Review

21:42 Earnings Volatility Report

25:24 Volatility Surface Analysis

32:33 VIX Options Activity Overview

33:02 VIX Top 10 Contracts

35:22 Russell's Weekly Rundown

35:44 Monday's Block Trades

37:37 Tuesday's VIX Trades

39:18 Wednesday and Thursday VIX Trades

46:14 VIX ETPs and Market Analysis

51:38 Crystal Ball Predictions

55:39 Show Wrap-Up and Announcements

Volatility Views 638: Paying the Iron Price for VIX Futures

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