Michael Kramer from Reading The Markets and Mott Capital Management on trade war takeaways and the big sharp sell-off (1:10). Difference between implied and realized volatility (5:35). Vol up, spot up scenario (8:15). Fed mandates and inflation (13:00). Reverse repo facility symbol of excess cash; preparing for liquidity drain (19:30). Protecting your portfolio in a time of heightened risk (32:25). Is QE coming? (38:40) This is an excerpt from a recent webinar, Portfolio Protection For Volatility Risk.