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ETF's on the Menu — The Smart Investor's Buffet

Unbearably Bullish with Donald B. Johns III · Jul 14, 2026 · 7 min

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Part 1 of 2 — Taco Tuesday dives deep into ETFs: what they are, how they work, and why they belong in every smart investor's portfolio.

ETF's ON THE MENU | The Smart Investor's Buffet

What if learning about Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) was as simple as building the perfect taco?

Welcome to Part 1 of Taco Tuesday – Episode #3 of the Unbearably Bullish Podcast, hosted by Donald Johns.

In this episode, we're putting ETFs on the menu and breaking down one of the most widely used investment vehicles through our signature Taco Tuesday format—making financial education engaging, practical, and easy to understand.

Instead of overwhelming you with financial jargon, we're building today's lesson one ingredient at a time.

  • On Today's Menu (Part 1)
  • The Shell – Understanding the foundation: What is an Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)?
  • The Meat – Why ETFs have become a popular investment vehicle for many investors.
  • The Guacamole – Important details that can help you become a more informed investor, including expense ratios, holdings, liquidity, and fund objectives.
  • The Toppings – Explore different categories of ETFs, including:
  • Broad Market ETFs
  • Sector ETFs
  • Dividend ETFs
  • International ETFs
  • Bond ETFs
  • Growth & Value ETFs
  • The Hot Sauce – The key questions investors should ask before investing in any ETF.

Whether you're new to investing or expanding your financial knowledge, this episode is designed to simplify a complex topic through clear education—not investment recommendations.

Then be sure to watch Part 2, where we'll serve up

  • Chef's Special
  • Bull Bite of the Week
  • Taco Challenge
  • Quote of the Week
  • Bull's Bottom Line
  • Taco Takeaway

…and more.

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