1099: Options, Trash & Bullseyes

What if the key to your financial future isn’t just about making money—but about learning to truly control it?

This special episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, recorded live at the Wall Street Conference in Palm Beach, Florida, tears the cover off conventional thinking around investing, entrepreneurship, and service, revealing what industry veterans, market legends, and unstoppable philanthropists are REALLY doing to move the needle.

Key Highlights:

• Jon Najarian (“DRJ” from Market Rebellion) reveals why trading stocks alone just isn’t enough anymore. He shares fascinating insights on the explosive growth of the options market—now outpacing stocks in dollar value traded—and walks you through how you can leverage options for greater financial control, even if you’re not a math whiz. Jon also lifts the curtain on his journey to becoming the go-to TV commentator for market analysis, why media sensationalism can derail investors, and his core rule: “Trade the market you have, not the one you want.”
• Stephen Meade (“The Bullseye Guy”) details what it takes to build 17 companies, take three public, and master the art of targeting your entrepreneurial focus. He breaks down the upcoming revolution in digital equity exchanges, why $30 trillion in “green bond” capital is reshaping markets, and how every business—big or small—can think globally with new tech.
• John Rourke shares a genuinely moving story of post-military service, channeling his army-honed drive into massive community clean-ups, Southern border support, and first responder advocacy. You’ll learn how one individual can mobilize meaningful change, raise money for good, and inspire collective action—without corporate resources or a big team.

Listener Challenge: Pick ONE insight from this episode—maybe starting your own options account, reaching out to a local charity, or researching digital equity platforms—and take action this week. Share your progress with Lou and the Thrive LouD community on social media for accountability and support!

Links & Follow-Up:

• Market Rebellion & Jon’s Book: marketrebellion.com | itsnotanoption.com
• Stephen Meade: thebullseyeguy.com
• John Rourke: wefundtheblue.com

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 "ThriveLoud Wall Street Special"

05:44 From Independent Trader to Options Expert

07:59 From Media Appearances to Independence

12:00 Diverse Attendees at Davos Conference

15:56 Launching Global Digital Stock Exchange

19:34 Global Direct Public Offerings

22:29 Dubai's Sustainable Investments Boom

26:26 Narcan Rescue Spurs Volunteer Cleanups

28:25 Southern Border Dog Rescue Efforts

31:00 "Actions Over Words for Change"

33:44 "Simple Pleasures, Big Impact"