It’s time for a ticker parade. In this episode, we reveal what’s really in the bag—our current retirement and van-life portfolio holdings. This is your backstage pass to everything we’re holding right now, from classic dividend machines to the growth stocks we rarely talk about.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

• 📊 Dividend growers like OZK, PEP, and UPS quietly compounding
• 💸 High-yield income plays like HTGC, TRIN, and ARLP
• 🏠 REITs like LTC and STWD positioned for long-term demographic trends
• ⚡ Weekly payers (YieldMax vs Roundhill) and which ones are delivering vs imploding
• 🚀 Growth stocks we rarely mention—including NVDA, CMG, and ASTS

This episode sets the stage for next week’s earnings breakdown by showing you the full portfolio context—what we’re holding, why we’re holding it, and where the biggest opportunities are.

We didn't have time to cover 75+ tickers, but have the full list --> HERE

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Q2 2025 earnings season looks like a win on paper—81% of S&P 500 companies beat expectations—but don’t be fooled. The market’s strength is overly reliant on FAANG stocks (GOOG, META, AMZN, AAPL, MSFT) pulling the averages higher, while tariffs and lowered guidance have made “surprises” look better than they really are.

In this episode, we cut through the noise:

• 📊 Why Tech & Communications are carrying the market
• 🩺 Healthcare & Financials show quiet resilience
• 🛢️ Energy & Materials are dragging—and why it matters
• ⚠️ How tariffs, experts, and news distort earnings expectations and market psychology
• 🧭 What the data is really signaling about Q3 and how to tweak portfolios now

If you’re building an income-driven strategy or just trying to see where the next cracks—or opportunities—might show up, this is a must-listen. We’re not waiting for the headlines to tell us the story.

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Some stocks in our portfolio just made major moves after earnings—dividend cuts, dividend hikes, and some eyebrow-raising guidance changes. In this episode, we break down which positions we’re holding, which we’re buying on dips, and where we’re turning off DRIP to lock in cash.

We cover high-yield BDCs, dividend growth machines, and deep-value plays—all through the lens of this quarter’s earnings results. Plus, we talk about the macro forces shaping these moves—energy prices, tariffs, market psychology—and how we’re positioning ahead of next week’s big-picture portfolio strategy episode.

This isn’t just a stock update—it’s the blueprint we’re using to compound income and build financial sovereignty.

Dividend Cutters:

• ABR
• BSM
• ARLP

Dividend Growers:

• IIPR
• MO
• PEP
• OZK
• VZ
• BTI
• BMY
• BKH
• ES
• EPD
• ADM
• UPS
• LYB

Other Notables:

• HTGC 
• SPMC
• TRIN
• AB

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Most people stop climbing the ladder of personal growth once they feel “safe and stable.” But what if you could use money—not just to survive—but to ascend?

In this episode, we dive into financial self-actualization—where your income fuels freedom, purpose, and personal evolution.

You’ll learn how to reframe Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs through the lens of financial independence and how income investing can accelerate your journey from surviving to self-actualized.

We explore Maslow’s 16 traits of self-actualized individuals, the blind spots that keep most people stuck, and how dividend cash flow—used wisely—can unlock creative and spiritual sovereignty.

If you're tired of the hustle hamster wheel and want money to work for your mission (not your ego), this is a must-listen.

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🚨 The weekly dividend revolution just leveled up—again. In this episode, we break down 19 brand-new weekly dividend ETFs that just hit the market. These aren’t your grandma’s income plays. Some use swaps, others use synthetic positions, leverage, and trade options for massive yields.

We walk through the performance so far, explain the structure behind each fund, and share how to strategically use them to generate cash, fund your high-quality dividend positions, and retire early without frugality fatigue.

Whether you’re looking for a smarter yield strategy or just trying to escape paycheck-to-paycheck living, this episode gives you the tools to build your income engine now—not 30 years from now.

📈 Learn how to de-risk, reinvest, and create a compounding cash flow machine—without falling for hype traps.

ETFs Covered:

• TSYY
• TQQY*
• YSPY
• XBTY
• NVYY
• GLDY
• MST
• TSII
• HOOW
• COII
• MMKT*
• MSII
• NVII
• BCCC*
• BLOX*
• METW*
• AMZW*
• NFLW*
• BRKW*

 (*worth putting on your watchlist)   

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The macroeconomic landscape just changed—again—and most investors are still trading like it’s 2024. In this episode, we break down the real trends driving markets for the rest of 2025, from inflation pressure to slowing job growth, tariff-driven stagflation risks, and why the Fed’s rate cut dreams may be dead.

But we’re not just here to rant about bad policy—we’re here to capitalize.

We’ll walk through undervalued sectors, contrarian dividend plays, and overlooked global trends (hello, India & blockchain) that could deliver big gains when the rest of the market is distracted.

If our past calls on nuclear, utilities, and AI were any indication—these next bets are worth paying attention to.

Ticker List --> SCAN HERE

iTrust Capital --> Open a Crypto IRA

There's a Horse In The Hospital | John Mulaney --> WATCH HERE

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Why do so many people make more money… and still feel broke?

This episode breaks down lifestyle creep—the silent killer of financial independence. We explore how your spending habits inflate with your income, why it’s so hard to notice until it’s too late, and what you can do to stop it before it wrecks your ability to save, invest, or retire.

📈 From goldfish metaphors to paycheck-to-paycheck stats, we unpack:

• What lifestyle creep looks like in real life
• Why raises don’t always make you richer
• How social pressure + FOMO fuel overspending
• Simple strategies to avoid the creep
• Emergency fund vs. Fun fund—yes, you need both

If you’ve ever thought “I should have more to show for what I make”… this one’s for you.

🔐 Learn how to take back control of your money—and actually feel financially free.

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Most people say they'd never overpay for a house—but then turn around and invest in overvalued stocks like it's no big deal. Why?

In this episode, we unpack the psychology behind financial inconsistency—and what it says about your ability to build wealth. We cover emotional triggers, risk perception, identity signaling, and why people make strategic decisions in one area of life… but default to compulsion in another.

You’ll learn:

• Why people treat overpaying in stocks as “risk-taking” and in homes as “reckless”
• How your financial decisions reveal deeper patterns around autonomy, security, and identity
• The hidden cost of inconsistency in your investing and life planning
• What it takes to move from self-reliance to true financial freedom

This isn’t just about stocks vs real estate—it’s about getting your inner game right so your money actually works.

🎯 Don’t make big decisions from unconscious patterns. Let’s break them.

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Is the U.S. bombing Iran the start of a market crash—or the best buying opportunity you’ll see this year?

In this episode, we unpack decades of historical data showing how stocks behave during wars and geopolitical conflicts. From the Gulf Wars to Russia-Ukraine, the playbook is almost always the same: an initial drop, followed by double-digit gains within 12 months.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

✅ Why you shouldn’t panic sell when the headlines turn ugly
✅ The 79/80 success rate for buying post-conflict dips
✅ How to build a war-resilient portfolio with defense stocks, dividend growers, and disruptive tech
✅ The tickers you should be watching right now

Whether you’re a conservative investor or a risk-taker, this episode will help you stay grounded—and capitalize—when markets get volatile.

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Forget the fluff—this episode unpacks the real story behind the headlines. We dive into the numbers the media won’t tell you:

• ✅ Inflation’s hiding big jumps in electricity + natural gas, even as energy prices fall.
• 🚧 The labor market looks solid—until you factor in revisions, revised months ago, and the rise in multiple-job workers.
• 📉 Consumer sentiment cratered—down over 30% since January, and Americans are bracing for 7% inflation and rising unemployment.
• 🔎 We examine GDP, trade data, market indices—and the Stagflation Trifecta that the Fed quietly hinted at.

We’ll help you answer: Is the market too upbeat? Too down? Or just right? Plus, we map out a smart strategy to protect your portfolio. This isn’t fear-mongering—it’s financial clarity. Tune in.

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