This video makes the flash crash come alive again and I highly doubt it will ever get old to listen to. Especially pay attention to some of the big names buying and selling. If you ever feel like the only one buying the top and selling the bottom, Morgan Stanley demonstrate their ability to sell near the bottom. some of the other bigger names / players have a very "uncomfortable" day as well. Well played Mr. Nassim Taleb, pure genius selling put options into the start of the crash. Mr. Taleb may have had to take some heat over the issue, but once again the government has proven how clueless they can be. Mr. Taleb was clearly the smartest man in the room during the crash and afterward by those looking to save their own hides with finger pointing.
Ok, here is the video (mostly audio), and while it's not perfect by any means, it sure is a good way to recall the day.
Sure sounds like a horse race