The Power of ETFs: A Simple Tool for Compounding Wealth w/ Ryan Issakainen

The Power of ETFs: A Simple Tool for Compounding Wealth w/ Ryan Issakainen

April 14, 2026 · 45 min · Episode 30

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Mike Nilson interviews Ryan Issakainen to discuss the evolution of investment vehicles and their impact on portfolio building.

Episode 030: In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Issakainen from First Trust to break down how investment vehicles have evolved—and what that means for all of us trying to build smarter portfolios. Ryan and I talk through mutual funds, index funds, and ETFs, why they were created, and the unique advantages and challenges of each one. We get into the ongoing debate of active versus passive management, the importance of true diversification, and why understanding what you own matters more now...

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