Mar 19 2025 42 mins 35
In this episode of Options Bootcamp, host Mark Longo, alongside Dan Passarelli from Market Taker Mentoring and Katie McGarrigle from TastyTrade, dive deep into the world of futures options trading. They discuss the nuances of futures versus equity options, identifying key differences such as expirations and unique skews. Various starter strategies and products are outlined, emphasizing defined-risk approaches for newcomers. The episode also highlights listener insights on the BTFD strategy and the interest in 24-hour trading. Additionally, Katie and Dan provide updates on their platforms and new endeavors, including Dan's upcoming book and podcast.
00:00 Welcome to Options Insider Radio Network
03:40 Meet the Hosts: Mark Longo, Dan Passarelli, and Katie McGarrigle
05:52 Diving into Futures Options
07:55 Challenges and Strategies in Futures Options
14:41 The Evolution of Trading Platforms
19:06 Exploring Skew in Futures Options
21:48 Nuances of Trading: Research and Preparation
22:03 Starter Products for New Traders
22:34 Equity Index Futures and Beyond
25:52 Starter Strategies for Futures Options
29:42 Listener Mail Call: Your Questions Answered
31:30 Market Taker Question of the Week
31:48 New Book Announcement and Podcast
33:26 Poll Results and Audience Insights
37:55 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Shows
