We pay tribute to the legendary Chuck Norris (1940–2026) and discuss why his passing—and the spirit of Lone Wolf McQuade—is the perfect metaphor for today’s “fighting” markets.

This week, the panel gathers to dissect a market that is being haunted by more than just superstitions.

On this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads, Andrew Giovinazzi, and Matt Amberson to break down a chaotic week fueled by active conflict in the Middle East and a “charitably termed” terrible non-farm payrolls number.

This week, Mark Longo, Mark Sebastian, and Russell Rhoads dive into why the VIX is firming up despite the market sitting near all-time highs.

Is the market teetering on the edge of a “seminal collapse”?

The “Buy the Dip” mentality was put to the test this week.

In this episode of Volatility Views, the Council of Elders—Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads, and Mark Sebastian—gather at the Hall of Wisdom to break down a week of market madness that would make Skeletor blush.

The team dives deep into the VIX/SPX correlation breakdown, exploring why the traditional inverse relationship failed many traders last year.

It is a New Year in the volatility markets! Host Mark Longo is joined by “Dr. VIX” Russell Rhoads and Mark Sebastian of Option Pit to break down a wild 2025 and peer into the crystal ball for 2026.