Options Trading Podcast
Ready to trade options? The Options Trading Podcast is the go-to source for options traders who want clarity, consistency, and control in their trading journey. Built on the trusted educational foundation of OptionGenius.com, this show delivers straightforward, no-fluff insights to help you master the world of options trading.
Episodes
90 episodes
Can’t Stop Checking Your P&L? Here’s the Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
Be honest: how many times today have you refreshed your P&L screen? For many traders, this compulsion becomes an emotional rollercoaster that drains discipline and destroys strategy. This deep dive is an intervention for this secret, destru...
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Episode 90
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16:46
How Do I Stay Objective Instead of Emotional When Analyzing Charts?
Have you ever looked at a chart and seen exactly what you wanted to see, not what was actually there? This is "emotional storytelling," and it's one of the biggest reasons traders fail. This episode is a deep dive into the psychology o...
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Episode 89
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17:53
How Do I Keep From Being Swayed by Social Media Traders?
Scroll through social media, and you're bombarded with highlight reels: flashy screenshots, triple-digit returns, and a lifestyle to match. This noise is engineered to exploit envy, greed, and FOMO, pushing you toward impulsive, bad decisions. ...
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Episode 88
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17:19
How Can I Become Comfortable With Taking Small, Frequent Losses?
In trading, losses aren't optional—they are the cost of doing business. But our brains are hardwired to feel the pain of a loss twice as strongly as the pleasure of a win. This "loss aversion" can lead to the single most fatal trading mistake: ...
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Episode 87
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15:35
How Do I Compare Companies Within the Same Industry?
Is it Delta or Southwest? Target or Walmart? Microsoft or Google? On the surface, competitors look similar, but beneath the veneer lie profound differences that determine who wins. This episode is your guide to analyzing a competitive landscape...
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Episode 86
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18:06
What Is Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis?
You hear it all the time in finance: "DCF analysis." It's often treated like a magic formula that spits out the one true value of a company. But what is it, really? This episode demystifies this powerful valuation tool and answers the question:...
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Episode 85
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16:30
How Do I Compare Valuation Multiples Between Companies?
Is that stock with a low P/E ratio a genuine bargain or a dangerous value trap? Valuation multiples seem simple, but comparing them between companies is rarely an apples-to-apples situation. This episode is your guide to navigating the nuances ...
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Episode 84
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18:06
How Do I Avoid Becoming Emotionally Attached to a Trade?
That gut-punch feeling of a losing trade, the urge to hold on "just until breakeven," or the greed to chase a winner... these are not just feelings, they are the root of trading sabotage. This episode is a deep dive into the psychology of detac...
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Episode 83
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18:18
What Is an Iron Condor Options Strategy?
Forget trying to guess the market's next big move. What if you could get paid for predicting that a stock won't go anywhere dramatic? This episode is a deep dive into one of the most popular neutral, defined-risk strategies in the opti...
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Episode 82
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20:14
(Part 2/2) Is Trading Options Just Like Gambling?
In the first part of this series, we identified the four clear signs that your trading might just be gambling. Now, we're flipping the script to show you the other side—the path of the professional. This episode is the conclusion of our deep di...
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Episode 81
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29:21
(Part 1/2) Is Trading Options Just Like Gambling?
It's the perception that stops many new investors dead in their tracks—the fear that options are just a high-stakes casino. This first installment of a two-part series tackles that perception head-on, providing the raw truth and answering the q...
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Episode 80
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27:26
How Can I Avoid Self-Sabotage in Trading?
Have you ever had a solid trading plan, only to ignore it in the heat of the moment? You move a stop, double your size after a loss, or chase a trade out of FOMO, only to regret it later. This isn't just a "bad day"—it's self-sabotage. This epi...
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Episode 79
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19:58
What Are Some Common Mistakes to Avoid When Trading Options?
Options trading offers incredible potential, but its leverage is a double-edged sword. For many, it becomes a fast way to "donate money to Wall Street" by falling into a few common traps. This episode is a deep dive into the unforced errors tha...
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Episode 78
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15:53
How Do I Spot and Trade Wedge Patterns Using Options?
They are the "footprints of trader psychology" left on a chart, signaling that a market is coiling up like a spring, ready for a big move. These patterns aren't magic, but they can provide a powerful edge. This episode is a deep dive into these...
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Episode 77
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19:35
What Is a Limit Order in Options Trading?
Have you ever placed an options trade and instantly regretted it because you got a terrible price? There is a simple but powerful "financial shield" that can protect you from overpaying and keep your emotions in check. This episode is a deep di...
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Episode 76
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17:55
What Is the Stochastic Oscillator and How Can It Be Used in Options Trading?
Technical indicators can feel like a complex, blinking dashboard, but one surprisingly simple tool has stood the test of time since the 1950s. It's designed to act as an "early warning system" for shifts in market momentum. This episode is a de...
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Episode 75
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19:37
What Is Liquidity in Options Trading and Why Is It Important?
It's the "silent killer" that can quietly erode your profits and derail even the smartest strategies. It's the difference between a well-oiled machine and a sports car with no gas. We're talking about liquidity, and for options traders, it's no...
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Episode 74
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15:19
How Do I Choose Which Stocks or ETFs to Trade Options On?
Options can be powerful tools, but they only work if you apply them to the right underlying stocks or ETFs. Simply winging it or following a hot tip is a recipe for disaster. This episode provides a professional's system for selection and answe...
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Episode 73
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15:33
What Is an Options Chain and How Do I Read It?
Does the options chain on your screen look like a spreadsheet that exploded? All those numbers can feel like a secret Wall Street language, but the truth is, it's simpler than you think. This episode is your guide to demystifying this essential...
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Episode 72
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12:21
How Do I Calculate Intrinsic Value of a Stock?
How do legendary investors like Warren Buffett determine what a company is really worth, separate from its daily market price? They focus on its intrinsic value. This episode is a deep dive into this cornerstone of value investing and ...
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Episode 71
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17:51
How Do I Evaluate Customer Concentration Risk?
A company lands a massive client, and revenues are soaring. It looks like a huge success, but it could be hiding a "silent killer." Relying too heavily on a few large customers is one of the most overlooked dangers in investing. This episode is...
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Episode 70
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16:11
How Do I Use Double Tops and Double Bottoms in Options Strategies?
They are the "footprints of trader psychology" left on a chart—classic patterns that can signal major turning points in the market. But just seeing them isn't enough. This episode is a deep dive into two of the most reliable reversal patterns a...
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Episode 69
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19:15
What Is a Protective Put Strategy?
Options trading often has a reputation for high-risk speculation, but one of its most powerful applications is actually for defense. What if you could buy insurance on your stocks to protect against a sudden downturn, without having to sell the...
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Episode 68
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14:00
How Do I Draw Accurate Trendlines for Trade Setups?
They are one of the most fundamental yet frequently misused tools in a trader's arsenal. When drawn correctly, they are not magic; they are a visual map of the market's psychology. This episode is a masterclass in this essential skill and answe...
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Episode 67
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17:48
How Can I Prevent One Bad Trade From Derailing My Mindset?
It's a feeling we've all had: that gut-punch moment when one single setback feels like it's about to start an avalanche, derailing your confidence, your plans, and your entire approach. In trading, this is a critical moment. This episode is a d...
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Episode 66
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20:30