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Today I’m excited to sit down once again with Jenny Harrington, CEO of Gilman Hill Asset Management, professional money manager, CNBC contributor, and author of Dividend Investing – Dependable Income to Navigate All Market Environments. If you care about income investing, dividend strategy, dividend stocks, or high-quality cash flow, this is a must-watch conversation.With markets shifting rapidly — from AI and Big Tech dominance to questions around traditional value and income strategies — now is the perfect time to get Jenny’s expert perspective on where dividend investing truly stands today.In this interview, we cover:• Whether dividend strategies are being unfairly dismissed in an AI-driven market• How to stay disciplined when growth stocks outperform dividend payers• Early warning signs that a dividend may be at risk• The biggest risks dividend investors face heading into 2026• Common portfolio construction mistakes (even pros make!)• How to avoid dangerous yield traps• Income ETFs and options-based strategies vs. traditional dividend investing• Thoughts on Kimberly-Clark and the proposed Kenvue acquisition• How often Jenny revisits her investment thesisIf you’re looking for dividend investing insights, income strategy guidance, or long-term portfolio ideas, Jenny delivers a ton of actionable wisdom.Follow Jenny: www.gilmanhill.comX: @gilmanhillBuy Jenny's Dividend Investing Book: https://bookshop.org/a/115069/9781804090466Support Jenny's charity:https://www.councilforeconed.orgTime Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:50 Welcome Jenny Harrington01:40 Jenny's Background02:56 The history of dividend investing03:32 Being a dividend investor in high growth periods08:32 What are the biggest risks for dividend investors in 2026?13:33 What are the most common mistakes dividend investors make?18:19 What are the risks in high-yield dividend strategies?20:20 Indicators to determine dividend safety22:30 How often do you revisit your thesis on a company?22:55 How to construct a dividend investing watchlist26:59 What are your thoughts on Kimberly Clark (KMB) buying Kenvue (KVUE)?30:47 Motivation to stick with dividend investing32:10 Jenny's book and charity33:39 Wrap

I sit down with Si Katara, Founder and CEO of TappAlpha, to break down two of their ETFs: TSPY and TDAQ. We explore what inspired these funds, how their methodology differs from other income ETF products, and what types of investors they’re built for.Si explains the approach behind TSPY (TappAlpha SPY Growth & Daily Income ETF) and TDAQ (TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF), how the strategies aim to enhance exposure to two of the most followed benchmarks in the world, and what makes these ETFs unique in today’s crowded product landscape.We also discuss: • How TappAlpha thinks about index innovation • The quantitative and data-driven process behind the strategies • How TSPY and TDAQ compare with SPY and QQQ • Key risks, use cases, and portfolio applicationsWhether you’re an ETF enthusiast, a retail investor exploring new tools, or someone interested in the future of index investing, this conversation offers clear insights straight from the source.

Today, I’m joined by Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares, to talk about one of the most exciting new thematic ETFs on the market — the VistaShares Electrification Supercycle ETF (ticker: POW).In this interview, Adam reintroduces VistaShares and gives us an update on their growing ETF lineup — including AIS, OMAH, and the expanding Supercycle® series. We take a deep dive into the Electrification Supercycle theme — what it means, why it’s reshaping global industries, and how POW positions investors to benefit from massive long-term trends in green energy, infrastructure, technology, and electrification.We’ll cover:What a supercycle really is and why Adam believes electrification is the next onePOW’s objective, strategy, top holdings, and yieldHow POW compares to similar funds The future of thematic investing If you’re looking to understand how electrification, AI, and infrastructure are driving the next decade of growth — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Ticker: POWIssuer: VistaSharesGuest: Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares

Today, we’re joined by Clark Allen, Head of ETFs at Horizon Investments, to dive into two of Horizon’s newest income-focused ETFs — DIVN (Horizon Dividend Income ETF) and FLXN (Horizon Flexible Income ETF).Both funds are designed to help investors generate reliable income through a combination of dividend-paying holdings and options-based income strategies — but each takes a slightly different approach.In this interview, we cover:- What makes Horizon Investments unique in the ETF landscape- The current trends shaping the income and options ETF markets- A deep dive into DIVN — its objective, top holdings, yield, and strategy- How FLXN uses a put-spread overlay to boost income and manage downside risk- How these ETFs might fit in your income portfolioIf you’re looking to maximize income potential and navigate today’s evolving market environment, this is a must-watch conversation!

How do you build reliable, sustainable income in retirement — even as markets, interest rates, and inflation change?In this episode of Dividend Stockpile, we’re joined by Kevin Feig, founder of Walk You To Wealth — a CPA, Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) who helps clients create income plans they can count on.Kevin shares his insights on: • How to balance income sources like dividends and options • Whether crypto staking has a place in an income plan • Protecting your purchasing power from inflation • Common mistakes retirees make when planning income • How to create a diversified retirement income strategyIf you’re planning for retirement or already retired and want your portfolio to work for you — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.📈 Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:45 - Welcome Kevin Feig01:15 - Kevin’s Background & Walk You To Wealth03:08 - How do you help your clients transition to living off their investments?06:13 - How do you incorporate dividend income into a retirement plan?09:22 - Thoughts on options trading in income in retirement12:01 - Crypto Staking for Income?16:20 - Common Retirement Mistakes19:20 - What does "Walk You To Wealth" mean?23:55 - How to Connect with Kevin Feig🔗 Connect with Kevin Feig:👉 www.walkyoutowealth.com

Today on Dividend Stockpile, we’re diving into one of the most unique corners of the income investing world — catastrophe bonds and insurance-linked securities (ILS) — a market that was once reserved for big institutions.To help us unpack it all, I’m joined by Ethan Powell, Principal and Chief Investment Officer at Brookmont Capital Management, the firm behind the Brookmont Catastrophic Bond ETF (Ticker: ILS) — the first-ever catastrophe bond ETF available to everyday investors.In this interview, Ethan explains: • What catastrophe bonds are and how they generate yield • How they provide true diversification and uncorrelated income • The risks and rewards of investing in ILS • How the Brookmont ILS ETF is structured and managed • Why this unique ETF could complement a dividend or income-focused portfolioIf you’re an income investor looking for steady yield, diversification beyond stocks and bonds, or simply curious about new ETF innovations, this episode is a must-watch.

Looking for income with protection? Today we’re breaking down Innovator’s brand-new Autocallable ETFs — ACII and ACEI — with Joe Becker from Innovator ETFs. These funds blend structured income with ETF simplicity to help investors earn consistent income with defined risk.These funds introduce a brand-new approach to generating income, blending the structured features of autocallable notes with the accessibility and transparency of ETFs. Designed for investors seeking consistent income potential with defined downside parameters, these funds may offer a compelling alternative to traditional income strategies.In this conversation, Joe breaks down:✅ What Autocallable ETFs are and how they work✅ How ACII and ACEI generate income and manage risk✅ Key fund details — objectives, holdings, expenses, and distributions✅ Where these funds may fit into an investor’s income or retirement portfolio✅ What advisors are saying about the new strategy and its real-world applicationsLearn more about Innovator ETFs: https://www.innovatoretfs.com

We’re diving into Invesco’s new lineup of income-focused ETFs — the Income Advantage Series, featuring QQA (Invesco QQQ Income Advantage ETF), RSPA (Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Income Advantage ETF), and EFAA (Invesco MSCI EAFE Income Advantage ETF).Joining me is John Burrello, Senior Portfolio Manager at Invesco, to break down how these funds are designed to help investors stay invested in equities while generating consistent income through innovative strategies using ELNs (Equity-Linked Notes) and option overlays.We discuss: • How Invesco’s income ETFs differ from other strategies • How they balance income generation with NAV protection • What investors should look for to avoid NAV erosion • Yield expectations and distribution schedulesIf you’re an income-focused investor looking to understand the next evolution of covered call and options-based ETFs, this conversation is for you.ETFs Covered: • QQA – Invesco QQQ Income Advantage ETF • RSPA – Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Income Advantage ETF • EFAA – Invesco MSCI EAFE Income Advantage ETF

In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the world of Business Development Companies (BDCs) with Kelly Green, the Editor of Dividend Digest and Yield Shark at Mauldin Economics.Kelly specializes in helping income investors find high-yield opportunities while managing risk — and BDCs are a major part of that strategy.We’ll cover everything you need to know about BDC investing:✅ What are BDCs and how do they generate such high dividend yields✅ Why income investors should consider BDCs for steady passive income✅ Key risks to understand before buying✅ The impact of the First Brands bankruptcy on the BDC sector✅ Kelly’s top BDC picks and where she sees opportunity right nowIf you’re looking for consistent income, portfolio diversification, and a deeper understanding of the BDC landscape, this conversation is a must-watch.

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Barry Martin, Senior Portfolio Manager at Shelton Capital Management, to discuss their exciting new income-focused ETF — SEPI (Shelton Enhanced Income ETF).Shelton Capital has long been known for their expertise in options-based income strategies, and with SEPI, they’re bringing that experience into the ETF market. We cover everything you need to know about this innovative fund, including:- Who Shelton Capital Management is and their approach to portfolio management- Why the firm decided to launch SEPI as an ETF now- How SEPI differentiates itself from other high-income ETFs like NEOS and YieldMax- A deep dive into SEPI’s structure — its holdings, covered call strategy, and options overlay details- Insights on yield expectations, distribution frequency, and management feesWhat’s next for Shelton Capital in the income ETF spaceVisit Shelton Capital Management for fund details, fact sheets, and performance updates: www.sheltoncap.com🔔 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for more interviews with leading ETF managers and dividend investing strategies!

I sit down with Perth Tolle, founder of Life + Liberty Indexes and creator of the Freedom 100 Emerging Markets Index (FRDM).The FRDM ETF takes a different approach to emerging markets — instead of allocating capital to countries based purely on size, it focuses on economic freedom and personal liberty. That means avoiding authoritarian regimes and investing in freer, more transparent markets.We cover:How Perth created the Freedom Index and FRDM ETFHow freedom is measured and which countries are included or excludedHow FRDM compares to traditional EM funds like EEM or VWOKey holdings inside the ETF todayThe case for investing in freedom as both a values-driven and performance-driven strategyThe future of freedom-focused investing📌 If you want to understand emerging markets from a whole new perspective, this is a must-watch conversation.👉 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for more dividend, income, and ETF investing insights!Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to FRDM00:28 Welcome Perth Tolle, founder of Life + Liberty Indexes and creator of the Freedom 100 EM Index (FRDM index)00:39 How was the FRDM strategy developed?02:25 Why pick 'Freedom' as the core factor in this ETF?05:53 How each freedom is factored into the index07:32 How often do the countries rebalance in the index?10:55 FRDM performance compared to other Emerging Market ETFs13:05 Details of how the FRDM Index is developed15:30 Top countries and companies in FRDM ETF19:05 Rationale for not investing in China as the second largest economy in the world21:59 How FRDM fits into an income investing portfolio23:35 Why investors should invest in FRDM and freedom

Today I’m joined by Hans Williams, Head of ETF Distribution at Calamos Investments, to discuss their brand new income-focused ETF — the Calamos Autocallable Income ETF (CAIE).CAIE takes a unique approach to generating income by investing in a diversified portfolio of autocallable structured products tied to the MerQube US Large Cap Vol Advantage Index. These products are designed to deliver attractive monthly income while managing downside risk through a structured -40% protection barrier.In this video, we cover:✅ What an autocallable actually is and how it works✅ How Calamos uses this strategy to target a ~14% distribution rate ✅ How CAIE may fit into a dividend or income investor’s portfolio✅ Key details about the ETF’s holdings, strategy, and risk managementIf you’re an income investor looking for new ways to generate consistent monthly cash flow with built-in downside protection, you won’t want to miss this discussion.🔗 Learn more about CAIE at calamos.com

Today I’m joined by Josh Dorfman, Co-Founder and CEO of Supercool, where climate meets commerce. Josh and his team spotlight proven climate technologies and business models scaling across the globe.The carbon transition is one of the biggest investment themes of our lifetime, requiring trillions in annual funding. Governments can’t cover it alone, which means public companies are leading the way. And the best part? Some of them are paying dividends while saving the planet.In this interview, we cover:✅ The global need for sustainability and why companies are stepping up.✅ How climate goals and investment goals can align.✅ How Supercool highlights innovators reshaping industries.✅ A deep dive into 4 dividend-paying companies driving the carbon transition:GE Vernova (GEV) – powering renewables & electrification.Interface (TILE) – flooring with a carbon-negative future.Clearway Energy (CWEN) – scaling renewable power & storage.Xylem (XYL) – water tech cutting emissions through efficiency.If you’re curious about how to profit from sustainability megatrends while building income from dividends, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:06 Welcome Josh Dorfman from Supercool02:32 Background of Josh and Supercool06:27 Why we need to focus on the climate crisis09:58 How are governments helping with this transition to climate focus?12:38 Dividend companies that are at the forefront of climate innovation12:50 Interface (TILE)17:22 Clearway Energy (CWEN, CWEN.A)20:55 Xylem (XYL)25:41 GE Vernova (GEV)31:32 Summary of companies31:38 More info about Supercool and resources they provide34:22 Outro

Is it time for small caps? I sit down with Jay Hatfield, CEO & Portfolio Manager at Infrastructure Capital Advisors, to dive into whether now is the right time to invest in small cap stocks.We cover:✅ Why small caps could be attractive right now✅ The valuation divide between small cap and large cap stocks✅ The long-term performance track record of small caps✅ How the Fed funds interest rate cycle impacts small cap returns—and why we may be entering a new cycle of performanceJay also shares deep insights into InfraCap’s small cap ETF – SCAP (The InfraCap Small Cap Income Fund), and how this fund may be a strong option for income-focused investors.To wrap things up, we discuss InfraCap’s brand-new ETF for European investors: PFFI – the Infrastructure Capital Preferred Income UCITS ETF—an unleveraged version of the popular U.S. preferred stock ETF, PFFA.If you’re curious about small caps, income investing, or new ETF opportunities, you won’t want to miss this conversation!Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:38 Welcome Jay Hatfield, Founder, CEO, and Portfolio Manager at Infrastructure Capital Advisors01:52 Why are small cap stocks so undervalued compared to large cap stocks?03:41 What makes now a good time to consider investing in small caps?07:18 Small cap stocks have beaten large cap stocks at times in the past, why have they struggled over the past few years?08:54 Deep Dive into SCAP - The InfraCap Small Cap Income ETF17:05 Introducing PFFI - the Infrastructure Capital Preferred Income UCITS ETF19:37 Outro

Troy from NEOS Investments joins to talk about their brand-new international income ETF — NIHI: NEOS MSCI EAFE High Income ETF.NEOS has already delivered some of the most exciting high-income ETFs on the market, including SPYI, QQQI, BTCI, IYRI, and IWMI. Now, they’re expanding into the international space with NIHI, giving dividend and income investors a brand-new way to diversify while collecting yield.In this interview, we cover:✅ Why NEOS chose international investing — and why now✅ How international exposure can diversify your income portfolio✅ A breakdown of the underlying ETF: performance, holdings, and strategy✅ Tax advantages of NIHI, including the 60/40 split and tax-loss harvesting✅ A full deep dive into NIHI’s strategy, holdings, cost, options process, and yield✅ A teaser of NEOS’ upcoming Boost product line and MLP and Energy Infrastructure ETFsIf you’ve been waiting for NEOS to launch an international high-income ETF, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss!👉 Make sure to like, subscribe, and comment your thoughts on NIHI and the new NEOS products coming soon! Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to NIHI - NEOS MSCI EAFE High Income ETF00:38 Welcome Troy Cates00:55 High level review of NIHI02:31 Why an International focused ETF?04:23 Review of the underlying ETF - IEFA06:04 NIHI Options Strategy07:22 NIHI Distribution plan09:26 NIHI Current Holdings11:02 Summary of NIHI11:37 NEOS' new products coming soon!11:51 NEOS MLP and Energy Infrastructure ETF13:34 NEOS Boosted Series ETFs16:05 Where to get more info on NEOS16:45 Outro

I’m excited to welcome a very special guest—Meb Faber. Meb is the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Cambria Investment Management, host of The Meb Faber Show podcast, and a well-known author and researcher in global markets, asset allocation, and income strategies.In this interview, we dive deep into dividend investing, shareholder yield, and income-focused ETFs. Meb shares his thoughts on:- The benefits and downsides of dividend growth investing- Why he believes shareholder yield is a smarter approach than dividends alone- His candid take on the boom of options-income ETFs- A deep dive into Cambria’s ETFs SYLD & FYLD- Where you can learn more about his work, funds, and researchThis is a must-watch for income investors, dividend growth enthusiasts, and anyone looking for smarter strategies to build wealth.Timestamps:00:00 Intro to Meb Faber00:30 Welcome Meb Faber and background of Cambria Asset Management02:07 Meb's approach to dividend investing05:28 How buybacks can benefit dividend investors08:50 CEO's capital allocation choices09:43 Intro to Shareholder Yield12:00 What good is a buyback if dividend investors never plan on selling shares?15:12 Buybacks vs. dividends in non-taxable accounts17:50 Bias and tribe mindset in investing18:35 Argument against buybacks20:35 Deep dive on Shareholder Yield process23:15 Recency bias in investor's minds24:23 Meb's opinion on high-yield option income ETFs27:00 Importance of building a plan in investing29:47 Overview of SYLD and FYLD ETFs34:20 Where to learn more information about Cambria and Shareholder Yield

In this video, I break down the world of Closed-End Fund (CEF) investing for income-focused investors. We’ll cover what CEFs are, how they work, things to look for before buying, and different ways to invest in them. I’ll also compare Closed-End Funds vs High-Yield ETFs, so you can decide which strategy might fit best in your dividend or income portfolio. Plus, I’ll walk through the Top 10 best-performing CEFs over the past 10 years and reveal all of my own Closed-End Fund investments. If you’ve been curious about CEFs and whether they belong in your portfolio, this is the ultimate guide.

I sit down with Michael Loukas, Principal & CEO of TrueShares, to explore their innovative ETF: ONEZ – the TrueShares Seasonality Laddered Buffered ETF.We cover everything investors need to know about ONEZ, including:✅ The background and philosophy behind TrueShares✅ What “buffers” are and how they work in an ETF✅ The role of hedges in managing downside risk✅ How ONEZ uses option strategies for both protection and growth✅ Why combining buffers with at-the-money call options creates a unique balance of downside protection and upside captureIf you’ve been looking for a way to invest in U.S. large-cap equities while smoothing out volatility, you won’t want to miss this conversation.Time Stamps:00:00 Intro to ONEZ00:25 Welcome to TrueShares CEO Michael Loukas00:50 Background of TrueShares03:31 Innovation in ETFs04:03 Overview of ONEZ05:46 What is a buffer?09:26 How the buffer works in ONEZ10:52 ONEZ's buffer strategy in detail12:56 Summary of buffer strategies15:10 ONEZ's portfolio strategy18:31 Summary of ONEZ18:42 Where can ONEZ fit into an investor's portfolio?20:15 Where to find more information on buffer products & ONEZ22:44 Wrap

GraniteShares YieldBOOST ETFs are brand-new high yield income ETFs designed to pay big distributions using a unique put spread strategy. In this interview with Will Rhind, Founder and CEO of GraniteShares, we discuss how YieldBOOST works, the truth about NAV erosion, and how these ETFs compare to YieldMax and NEOS. Perfect for dividend investors, income seekers, and anyone exploring high-yield ETF strategies.We cover:GraniteShares’ background and ETF philosophyHow YieldBOOST ETFs work and what makes them uniqueThe real truth about NAV erosion and why it mattersWho these high-yield ETFs might be right forHow GraniteShares plans to shake up the income investing spaceTime Stamps:00:00 Introduction & Overview of the YieldBOOST ETFs00:25 Welcome Will Rhind, Founder and CEO of GraniteShares02:15 Details of the YieldBOOST ETF lineup - TQQY, YSPY, COYY, NVYY, TSYY, XBTY04:58 Discussion on the recent boom in options and options selling ETFs07:12 How does GraniteShares' YieldBOOST differ than the offerings from other providers like NEOS and YieldMax?09:10 Deep Dive on TQQY and YSPY14:32 Where can these products fit into an investor's portfolio?17:25 Tax treatment of these ETFs & GraniteShare's strategy to avoid destructive ROC20:10 Where to get more info about YieldBOOST ETFs and GraniteShares21:10 Wrap upIf you’re an investor interested in high income strategies, covered call ETFs, or just want to understand how these funds compare to YieldMax and NEOS, this is a must-watch conversation.

I sit down with Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares, to discuss their brand-new income-focused ETF: ACKY – the VistaShares Target 15 ACKtivist Distribution ETF! We dive into:✅ How the ACKY ETF is designed around activist investor-driven companies✅ The methodology behind ACKY and how it selects its top 15 holdings✅ Where ACKY fits into a dividend investor’s income strategy✅ What investors can expect in terms of distributions and yieldIf you’re looking for a high-income ETF with a unique activist-inspired approach, this is a must-watch! Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to ACKY - VistaShares Target 15 ACKtivist Distribution ETF00:38 Welcome Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares01:00 Overview of ACKY03:04 Why follow Bill Ackman and Pershing Square Capital?04:10 Details of the ACKY strategy06:29 Top Holdings in ACKY today09:42 How are the holdings in ACKY determined?12:50 Deep Dive on the options strategy to get 15% yield15:32 Where to get more info on VistaShares and ACKY16:10 Wrap upLet me know in the comments: Will you be adding ACKY to your portfolio? 👇