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Trends with Benefits

VanEck
Bitcoin
Artificial Intelligence
Etfs
Inflation
Investment Strategies
Financial Literacy
Money
Estate Planning
Gold
Digital Assets
Nfts
Segmint
Private Equity
Tariffs
Couples Finance
Vaneck
Private Credit
Communication In Relationships
Wealth Management
Federal Reserve

Welcome to Trends with Benefits, the podcast that gives you an insider's edge into finance, tech, and investing. Hosted by Ed Lopez, VanEck's Head of Product Management.

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Latest Episodes

Explore the origin story of VanEck's first ETF, the bullish case for gold, and where the ETF industry may be headed next, with VanEck CEO Jan van Eck and COO Adam Phillips.

Explore the dynamics of the gold market, supply constraints, technological innovations, gold as a currency, and technology in mining efficiency, with Agnico Eagle Mines CEO Ammar Al-Joundi.

00:00 Introduction

03:30 Drivers of Gold Prices

14:38 ... more

Explore the biggest tax planning changes of 2026, the One Big Beautiful Act, Roth conversion pitfalls, and how AI is reshaping wealth management, with Wealth.com Senior Tax Strategist Shane Ball.

00:00 Introduction

08:28 The Role of Technology in... more

Explore how AI is transforming industrial automation, machine learning, autonomous manufacturing, and the key workforce skills required, with Rockwell Automation VP Jordan Reynolds.

00:00 Introduction

02:18 Rockwell Automation's Role in Industria... more

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Recent Guests

Jan van Eck
CEO, VanEck (co-developer of early ETF efforts)
VanEck
Episode: 20 Years of GDX: How VanEck Changed the ETF Industry
Adam Phillips
Executive at VanEck involved in ETF market making and product development
VanEck
Episode: 20 Years of GDX: How VanEck Changed the ETF Industry
Ammar Al-Joundi
President and CEO of Agnico Eagle Mines
Agnico Eagle Mines
Episode: This Mining CEO Is Not a Gold Bug. But He Is Bullish.
Shane Ball
Senior Tax Strategist at wealth.com
wealth.com
Episode: The Tax Changes Nobody Is Talking About
Jordan Reynolds
VP of AI and Autonomy at Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation
Episode: How AI is Shaping Next-Gen Manufacturing
Natalia Grishina
Economist on VanEck fixed income team
VanEck
Episode: EM Debt Strengthens Amid U.S. Fiscal Uncertainty
Ian Rosen
CEO of Connective and former founder/executive in fintech/media
Connective
Episode: The Human Role in Modern Financial Advice
Brendan Frazier
Chief Behavioral Officer at RFG Advisory
RFG Advisory
Episode: Why We Panic, Hesitate, and Chase Markets
Bridget Grimes
Certified financial planner and founder of Wealth Choice
Wealth Choice
Episode: The Power of Financial Planning for Women Breadwinners

Host

Ed Lopez
Host of Trends with Benefits; leads discussions on finance, investing, ETFs, and technology trends.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Great investment podcast

    Ed makes investing interesting. The guest speakers are always knowledgeable. Keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thutch29
    United States5 years ago
  • Great show!

    Ed, host of the Trend With Benefits podcast, highlights all aspects of markets, investing and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States5 years ago
  • Great app

    Great capital market insights from VanEck Team and industry speakers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bilyy012341978
    United States6 years ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    x TD
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Career Device

    Enjoyed listening to Ben Carlson. Have read a couple of his books. I’m facilitating between becoming a broker or financial planner in my next career move. I value his opinion and appreciate his guidance. I agree with him that planners will increase in demand as the baby boomer generation grows in retiree status. Seems like a good job security choice for me.

    Lucy Cellura

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucy Cellura
    United States6 years ago

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20 Years of GDX: How VanEck Changed the ETF Industry
Q: How did VanEck land on launching GDX and what was the approach to getting it to market?
The team worked through a long, iterative process with index design, SEC exemptive relief, and building confidence in the ETF trading ecosystem, emphasizing liquidity, an appropriate index, and education of the trading community to support the new product.
This Mining CEO Is Not a Gold Bug. But He Is Bullish.
Q: To what do you attribute the driving forces behind gold prices today?
Ammar argues that gold has shifted from a commodity with limited currency status in the late 1990s to a currency-like hard asset driven by fiat money expansion, sanctions dynamics, and geopolitical risk, while also noting the strong performance of hard assets relative to fiat currency and the growing role of central banks. He emphasizes structural demand, supply constraints, and the influence of policy on gold's currency-like characteristics.
EM Debt Strengthens Amid U.S. Fiscal Uncertainty
Q: Why should US investors care about emerging markets debt today?
Emerging markets provide diversification and potential return benefits within fixed-income portfolios, especially as policy shifts and dollar risks raise cross-market uncertainty. Investors should consider country-by-country fundamentals rather than sweeping generalizations.
Bitcoin's Next Move: Volatility, Cycles & Signals
Q: Do you think there was a fundamental reassessment then of Bitcoin by various market players?
Yes, there has definitely been de-leveraging in the market initiated by previous events and conditions.
Bitcoin's Next Move: Volatility, Cycles & Signals
Q: What do you think has been going on since October?
There have been significant historical patterns repeating, and investor portfolios are being reassessed due to liquidity and market conditions.

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What is Trends with Benefits about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series provides a finance- and tech-focused conversation with leaders across asset management, ETFs, mining, AI in manufacturing, and retail investing. Episodes frequently center on how markets and technology intersect, including ETF development and history, macro drivers for gold and fixed income, tax and planning strategies for financial advisors, AI-enabled manufacturing, and the evolving landscape for next-gen investors. Noteworthy aspects include branded insights from a major asset manager, practical planning tools enabled by technology, and forward-looking takes on themes like AI, digital assets, and the democratization of investing. It's likely to appeal to professionals seeking expert context on markets, investing mechanics, an... more

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5. Jordan Reynolds
6. Natalia Grishina
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