The Dividend Guy Blog Podcast

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The Dividend Guy Blog Podcast episodes

January 08 Four Dividend Growth Stocks from My Exclusive List
The finale pulls ideas from the Dividend Rockstar list, then pushes the filters further—looking for double-digit growth profiles across revenue, EPS, and dividends over five years.

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13 min
January 07 2026 Game Plan
This is the process episode: portfolio management doesn't need to be complicated, but it does need rules. The goal is fewer dilemmas, faster decisions, and a portfolio you actually enjoy holding.

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18 min
January 06 3 Safe High-Yields for 2026
High yield is tempting because it makes the math feel easier—but it can also be a shortcut into dividend traps. Mike shares three names he views as "deluxe bonds," plus a simple checklist to separate income from trouble.

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13 min
January 05 Risks in 2026 and How to Protect your Portfolio
This episode is the "seatbelt" conversation: corrections happen, bear markets happen, and sometimes they start in one corner before spreading. The big message: don't try to time fear—prepare for it.

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16 min
January 02 Market Review: What's Next?
A recap of what drove 2025 and why "waiting on the sidelines" often costs more than it protects. The discussion touches Canada's surprise outperformance, the AI ripple effect across sectors, and why narratives can get investors into trouble.

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11 min
January 01 How to Invest in 2026 - Series Intro
This New Year mini-series is built for investors who want a clear plan for 2026—without drowning in market noise. Across six quick episodes, Mike and Vero cover where markets were in 2025, what could derail portfolios in 2026, how to think about high-yield stocks safely, and how to tighten your process so you can invest with conviction.

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12 min
December 31, 2025 Dividend Traps, Yield Chasing & Safety Metrics — What to Watch Out For With Russ Knopf (Dapper Dividends)
A 7% yield can look like a shortcut—until it isn't. In this episode, Vero welcomes Russ Knopf (Dapper Dividends) to unpack how "accidentally high" yields happen, why they so often precede cuts, and the simple safety checks that keep your income on track. You'll hear real examples, the role of free cash flow vs. EPS, and how to balance yield today with total return tomorrow.

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37 min
December 24, 2025 Bad Year for Mike's Portfolio?
Mike opens the books on his 2025 performance: ~8–9% up vs. a ~20% blended benchmark (50% CA / 50% US). He owns the underperformance, walks through the trades he's already made, and reaffirms the rules he's followed since 2010. No panic—just process.

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32 min
December 17, 2025 The 6 Safest Stocks to Put on Your Buy List for 2026
You asked for "sleep-at-night" ideas—so we brought six dividend growers with zero or very low debt. We explain why balance-sheet strength matters, when "too little debt" is actually a red flag, and the bull/bear angles for each pick. You'll leave with a practical checklist to vet debt risk and a shortlist you can research further—without chasing hype.

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31 min
December 10, 2025 6 Dividend Stocks You Never Heard Of… But Should!
Under-the-radar doesn't mean under-quality. We share six dividend growers most investors ignore—and explain the simple filter we used to find them. You'll get the quick thesis, the key risks, and where each one fits in a portfolio.

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31 min

About The Dividend Guy Blog Podcast

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Should I buy? Should I sell? Or Should I stand pat? The market should never dictate how or when you invest. By increasing your confidence levels, you will invest with more conviction, save time, and eliminate many of your dilemmas. Everybody deserves a happy retirement. Mike Heroux from The Dividend Guy Blog is not only a passionate investor, but he is also pretty good at explaining how the market works and how you can make your money work more effectively for you.

This podcast will cover all aspects of dividend growth investing. The clearer and more detailed your investing methodology, the easier it is to stick to your plan and avoid the potential pitfalls. Supported by dividend stock examples, facts, and a well-tested investing strategy, you will receive his best advice on how to properly respond to market fluctuations; how to build your dividend growth investing portfolio; and, how to manage that portfolio so you can eventually enjoy a stress-free retirement.

Since 2003, Mike has been 100% invested in equities. He shifted his entire portfolio into a dividend growth investing strategy in 2010. Mike worked in the financial industry for a number of years including 5 years as a certified financial planner and another 5 years as a private banker. He decided to leave the corporate world of banking at the age of 35 because his ultimate goal was to help more investors be successful. In 2013, he founded Dividend Stocks Rock, which is a service that now guides over 3,000 investors down the path of success using a Dividend Growth Investing model. He is followed by over 55,000 people and counts 15,000+ webinar attendees to date.

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Disclaimer: The information contained within this podcast is for informational purposes only and it is not intended as a recommendation of the securities highlighted or any particular investment strategy; nor should it be considered a solicitation to buy or sell any security. In addition, this information is not represented or warranted to be accurate, correct, complete, or timely. The securities mentioned in this podcast may not be suitable for all types of investors and the information contained in this podcast does not constitute advice. Before acting on any information in this email, readers should consider whether such an investment is suitable for their particular circumstances, perform their own due diligence, and if necessary, seek professional advice.