Options Boot Camp 330: Falling to the Dark Side of Futures Options

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