Spotlight Podcast

In this episode, Ron DeLegge ‪@etfguide‬ chats with ‪@DavidMcKnight‬ , a financial advisor and best-selling author about his new book titled "The Guru Gap: How America’s Financial Gurus Are Leading You Astray, and How to Get Back on Track."  You'll learn about why financial gurus like Dave Ramsey, Suze Orman and others often provide cookie-cutter advice to the masses that is limited...

In this episode of Spotlight, Jacqueline Schadeck ‪@etfguide‬ chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO at USCF Investments.  This episode examines the potential impact of the incoming Trump administration on oil and energy markets. We'll also examine a gold ETF that offers income potential, which could be suited for investors who want cash flow on their gold assets.  Finally, we'll reveal...

In this episode of Spotlight, Jaqueline Schadeck ‪@etfguide‬ with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for combating stubborn inflation, high interest rates and active solutions for fixed income and equity investors.    ETF tickers mentioned in this episode ALPS Smith Core Plus Bond ETF (SMTH) ALPS O’Shares U.S. Small-Cap Qu...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Ed Egilinksy, Head of Sales and Distribution & Alternatives at Direxion.  Topics covered include stock market trends the semiconductor and technology sector, single stock ETFs along with big moves in Chinese stocks and U.S. Treasuries.  Also discussed are ETF strategies for the U.S. Presidential election, trading industry secto...

In this episode of Spotlight, Ron DeLegge ‪@etfguide‬ speaks with Shana Sissel at Banríon Capital Management about her breast cancer journey and inspiring recovery.  October is breast cancer awareness month and a reminder of the importance of screening. Also, it's a reminder to support all who have been diagnosed.   The PINK ETF from Simplify invests in breakthrough healthcare therapies and n...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about ETF strategies for diversifying dividend income. Using various dividend income strategies vs. a one-trick pony approach helps investors and financial advisors to build a more robust, well-rounded and potentially stable passive income strategy.    In this episode, you...

In this episode of Spotlight, Ron DeLegge ‪@etfguide‬ speaks with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors about investing and ETF strategies for navigating changes to U.S. interest rates. Topics covered include ETF strategies for dividends, equity growth and tax-exempt income. Also discussed: The impact of a new cycle of lower U.S. interest rates on financial adviso...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden ‪@etfguide‬ chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO at USCF Investments.  We discuss the role of commodities inside a diversified investment portfolio along with trends in commodity prices like copper, gold and oil. Plus, we cover the global transition towards sustainable energy solutions and the potential ETF investment opportunities in this rapidly evol...

In this episode of Spotlight, Ron DeLegge II @etfguide chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about income opportunities with preferred securities and why they could be the sweet spot for fixed income investors. You'll learn about an ETF that tracks global innovators across various industry sectors from software to healthcare and beyond. ETF tickers mentioned in th...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide chats with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for combating stubborn inflation, high interest rates and active solutions for fixed income and equity investors.    ETF tickers mentioned in this episode ALPS Smith Core Plus Bond ETF (SMTH) ALPS O’Shares U.S. Small-Cap...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide speaks with Ryan Pannell, CEO at Kaiju Worldwide about the decision making challenges facing stock market investors and how the BTD Capital Fund (DIP) ETF is built to deal with them.  Using artificial intelligence or AI, the BTD Capital Fund (DIP) ETF plugs into a robust data framework for its investment strategy — seeking to remove the guesswo...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide chats with Ed Egilinksy, Head of Sales and Distribution & Alternatives at Direxion. Topics covered include hot stock market trends, ETF strategies for combating inflation, trading industry sectors and capitalizing on high interest rates. Also discussed are updates to recent changes in Direxion's single stock ETF lineup. ********* To le...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide speaks with Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about the tug-of-war between growth and value stocks along with what higher rates for longer might mean for income focused investors. You'll learn about ETF dividend strategies for fighting rising interest rates and high inflation. Plus, you'll see how carefully p...

n this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide speaks with with John Love, CFA and CEO at USCF Investments. We discuss the role of commodities inside a diversified investment portfolio and trends in commodity prices. Plus, we cover the global transition towards sustainable energy solutions and the potential ETF investment opportunities in this rapidly evolving sector. About USCF USCF operate...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide speaks with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for fixed income exposure to bonds, small cap stocks, international equities and  *ETF tickers mentioned in this episode* ALPS Smith Core Plus Bond ETF (SMTH) ALPS O’Shares U.S. Small-Cap Quality Dividend ETF (OUSM) ALPS In...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide speaks with Ryan Pannell, CEO at Kaiju ETF Advisors about the decision making challenges facing stock market investors and how the BTD Capital Fund (DIP) ETF is built to deal with them.  Using artificial intelligence or AI, the BTD Capital Fund (DIP) ETF plugs into a robust data framework for its investment strategy — seeking to remove the gues...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide interviews Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about the faltering 60/40 portfolio mix and why it might be time to examine better strategies. You'll also learn about ETF strategies for year-end tax loss selling. Plus, you'll learn about how to get reliable dividend income without the big risk of long duration i...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide chats with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for single stock alternatives, factor investing in quality dividend and value stocks and ideas for 2023 tax-loss harvesting.  *ETF tickers mentioned in this episode* Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF (ENFR) Alerian MLP ETF (...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide speaks with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for combating the concentration risk in megacap stocks, high inflation, and getting reliable dividend income from overlooked sectors. ETF ticker symbols discussed in this episode are: Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF (ENFR...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about big opportunities for investors and financial advisors in overlooked smaller stocks and technology companies that are transforming business.  You'll also learn about ETF strategies for getting sustainable dividend income without the big risk of long durations and...

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide talks with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for the upswing in biotech stocks, international stocks, and high dividend strategies. ETF ticker symbols discussed in this episode are: ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (SDOG) ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG)...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about ETF dividend income strategies for investors and financial advisors. You'll learn about ETF strategies for fighting rising interest rates and high inflation. Plus, you'll see how high dividend income in the right markets, is both achievable and sustainable. E...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about ETF dividend income strategies for investors and financial advisors. You'll learn about ETF strategies for combating rising interest rates and stubborn inflation. Plus, you'll see how dividend income could buffer stock market volatility.  ETF tickers mentione...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide chats with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for combating stubborn inflation, dampening stock market volatility and getting more dividend income. ETF ticker symbols discussed in this episode are: Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF (ENFR) ALPS Clean Energy ETF (ACES...

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide speaks with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include what's behind the bullish move in energy stocks and ETFs, the investment opportunity in high quality small cap stocks and  ETF strategies for combating high inflation and volatility. Plus, Baiocchi explains the basics of tax-loss...