Guests: John Neal

Grasping at Flaws


Author and Professor at Columbia College Chicago, Eric Charles May, is in-studio talking creative writing, investigative reporting and much more. Joel Elconin of Benzinga wonders if there are enough human market makers. Kenny Polcari, Director of NYSE Floor Operations at O’Neil Securities and a contributor to CNBC, is fired up about flawed products in today’s markets. Finally, John Neal of PTI Securities & Futures‘ Peoria, AZ location discusses the infrastructure in Phoenix before talking markets. 

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Back Into Kilter


Kevin O’Neill leads off the show talking crazy markets, NBA trade deadline and baseball analytics. Kathy Dervin is in-studio. Chief and Kathy welcome Hal Snarr of Westminster College to discuss why today’s economic climate is so heavily affected by politics. Finally, John Neal of PTI Securities & Futures talks proven protection strategies. 

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Down Daze


Options guru and veteran floor trader, Frank Fahey, leads off the show recapping a massive down-day in the markets. Joel Elconin of Benzinga reiterates how important experience is on days like this. Kenny Polcari, Director of NYSE Floor Operations at O’Neil Securities and a contributor to CNBC, wonders why we’re always surprised when these products blow up. Karl Denninger of Market Ticker rejoins the show and explains the volatility of the last two trading days. Finally, John Neal of PTI Securities & Futures‘ Peoria, AZ location says there’s no time like the present to buy portfolio protection. 

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C’Mon, Sox Machine!


Kevin O’Neill leads off the show talking interest rates, the Bulls’ trading Niko Mirotic and Notre Dame hoops. Kathy Dervin is in-studio. Chief and Kathy welcome Josh Nelson of the Sox Machine Podcast to talk hot stove baseball and the ‘Cold War’ between MLB and the MLBPA. Finally, John Neal of PTI Securities & Futures‘ Peoria, AZ location shares his thoughts on offensive mascots, Groundhog Day and stock loans. 

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Wynn at All Cost


Options guru and veteran floor trader, Frank Fahey, kicks off the show discussing the Wynn scandal before previewing tonight’s State of the Union address. Joel Elconin of Benzinga discusses this morning’s announcement that Amazon, Berkshire and JP Morgan plan to partner on an independent healthcare project. Wayne Madsen of Wayne Madsen Report returns to the show to talk year one of the Trump Presidency. Finally, John Neal of PTI Securities & Futures discusses the monopoly that exists in the healthcare industry. 

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