Welcome to the ETF Prime Podcast
One of the “most helpful plain-English resources for investors who want to demystify exchange-traded funds” – Bloomberg Businessweek
Latest Episode
Baird Strategas’ Todd Sohn on ETFs: What’s New and What’s Next
Todd Sohn, Chief ETF Strategist at Baird Strategas, offers his perspective on several recent ETF developments, from sports futures contracts and prediction markets to crypto. He also discusses where untapped opportunities remain in the ETF space, shares his ETF story of 2026, and highlights the trends he’ll be watching in the months ahead. Simeon Hyman, Global Investment Strategist at ProShares, explains how autocallables work and spotlights the firm’s recently launched suite of autocallable ETFs.
About the Podcast
ETF Prime is hosted by Nate Geraci. Learn how to make ETFs a part of your investment portfolio as Nate spotlights individual ETFs and interviews experts from across the country. ETF Prime is available on Apple Podcasts, Android, Spotify, and most other major podcasting platforms. Specific guest interviews can be accessed by visiting the ETF Expert Corner.
Recent Episodes
Altruist’s Jason Wenk on RIA Custodian Fees, Transparency, & Technology
Altruist Founder Jason Wenk goes in-depth on the current RIA custodian landscape including competitive dynamics with firms such as Schwab and Fidelity, along with how the space will evolve moving forward. ETF.com’s Lara Crigger talks ESG ETF due diligence. Pacific Global ETFs’ Tony Dufault highlights their lineup of income-oriented, actively managed ETFs.
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Launch of Non-Transparent ETFs Imminent… Will They Matter?
ETF.com’s Drew Voros discusses the imminent launch of the first non-transparent ETFs. Northern Trust’s Michael Natale describes the role of real assets in a portfolio and highlights FlexShares ETFs covering natural resources, infrastructure, and real estate. AlphaClone’s Maz Jadallah explains their Alternative Alpha ETF (ALFA), which seeks to mimic top stock picks from the best hedge fund managers.
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SPDR’s Matt Bartolini on “Mini-SPY”, SDY, & Active Mutual Funds
Matt Bartolini, Head of SPDR Americas Research, explains State Street’s move to offer a second S&P 500 ETF. Matt also discusses the recent uproar surrounding the SPDR S&P Dividend ETF and the challenges facing active mutual funds. ETF.com’s Drew Voros talks coronavirus and bond ETF flows. Liquid Strategies’ Brad Ball highlights the Overlay Shares lineup of ETFs.
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ETF Flows, Launches, & Fee Wars
ETF.com’s Drew Voros highlights January ETF flows and offers perspective on the slower pace of ETF launches. FactSet’s Elisabeth Kashner recaps Inside ETFs and goes in-depth on the ETF fee landscape. Brandometry’s Tony Wenzel explains the index underlying the Brand Value ETF (BVAL).
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Recapping Inside ETFs 2020
ETF.com’s Drew Voros and Lara Crigger sit down with Nate Geraci beachside to recap the world’s largest ETF conference.
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