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EPISODE · Oct 27, 2025 · 51 MIN

The Truth About Covered Call ETFs with Ben Felix

from The Canadian Investor · host Braden Dennis & Simon Belanger

In this episode, Simon sits down with Ben Felix from PWL Capital to break down the hype around covered call ETFs, why high yields can be misleading, and how these products often underperform simple index funds. They discuss why “easy income” isn’t free, how marketing and influencers fuel bad investing habits, and whether passive investing is distorting markets. Ben also shares his thoughts on gold, Bitcoin, and why keeping your portfolio simple and globally diversified is often the best strategy for long-term success. Tickers of ETFs discussed: ZWB, ZWC, ZSP, XYLD, QYLD, RYLD, VQT, XQT, VCN, XIC Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website Our New Youtube Channel! Canadian Investor Podcast Network Twitter: @cdn_investing Simon’s twitter: @Fiat_Iceberg Braden’s twitter: @BradoCapital Dan’s Twitter: @stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! PWL Capital Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor  Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor  Web player - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Asset Allocation ETFs | BMO Global Asset Management Sign up for Fiscal.ai for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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