The Dividend Guy Blog Podcast with Mike and Vero

Weekly Episodes

100% Dividend Growth Investing

Should I buy? Should I sell? Or Should I stand pat? The market should never dictate how or when you invest. By increasing your confidence levels, you will invest with more conviction, save time, and eliminate many of your dilemmas. Everybody deserves a happy retirement. Mike Heroux from The Dividend Guy Blog is not only a passionate investor, but he is also pretty good at explaining how the market works and how you can make your money work more effectively for you. For these weekly discussions, Mike is supported by co-host Vero, his core business manager and long-time partner at Dividend Stocks Rock.

The information contained in this podcast should not be considered buy or sell recommendations. Please read the full disclaimer here.

What to Expect

This podcast covers all aspects of dividend growth investing. The clearer and more detailed your investing methodology, the easier it is to stick to your plan and avoid potential pitfalls. Supported by dividend stock examples, facts, and a well-tested investing strategy, you will receive his best advice on how to properly respond to market fluctuations; how to build your dividend growth investing portfolio; and, how to manage that portfolio so you can eventually enjoy a stress-free retirement.

Latest Episodes

These Stocks are Down 20%+… Buy More or Sell?

What should you do when a stock you own is down 20%, 30%, or even 40%? We review major names like UnitedHealth and six others that are currently in the red. But instead of reacting emotionally, Mike shares a clear, practical decision-making framework.

REITs Under Pressure – How to Invest Wisely in Real Estate Stocks: A Guide

We demystify REITs, exploring how they work, where they’re struggling, and which ones still make sense in a dividend growth portfolio. Learn how to analyze REITs using the right metrics, spot red flags, and know if they belong in your portfolio at all.

Navigating REITs in a World of Uncertainty

Daniel Foch isn’t just another real estate voice—he’s in the trenches of the Canadian property market every day. We welcome the co-host of The Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast to share real-world insights on REITs, direct real estate investing, AI integration in the industry, and the outlook for 2025 and beyond.

Why You Should NOT Invest in Dividend Stocks

Wait… what? We flip the script. There are wrong reasons to invest in dividend stocks, and if you follow them, you’ll likely end up disappointed. Mike and Vero break down the traps of building a dividend portfolio without purpose.

The Telco Wake-Up Call: Why Are They Failing Dividend Investors?

We take a hard look at what went wrong with BCE—and what it means for dividend investors. But this isn’t just about one company. It’s a full post-mortem on the Canadian and U.S. telco industry.

The 2025 Half-Time Report: Who’s Beating the Market?

It’s time for our mid-year check-in! We dive into the best-performing dividend stocks of 2025—so far. From mining companies to pest control, and even food and healthcare, you’ll hear about surprising names making big moves. Are these just temporary wins, or the start of long-term success?

No Finance Degree? No Problem. Ryne Did It with Next to Nothing

Ryne is a self-taught dividend investor who started with next to nothing and built a solid portfolio over just five years. He proves that anyone willing to learn can do it. He shares how ETFs and individual stocks both play a role, why he’s all about balance over hype, and how to create a portfolio that can weather any market.

What Smart Retirees Do Differently: 5 Lessons with Adam Bornn

We are joined by Adam Bornn of Parallel Wealth for an episode packed with clarity, insight, and action. We share 5 lessons smart retirees follow—the kind that reduce stress, avoid regret, and put you in control of your financial future.

How Mike Would Invest $1M at Retirement – And How to Plan for Your Spouse or Heirs

We wrap up our retirement mini-series with a powerful question: “How would YOU, Mike, invest $1 million at retirement?” We’ll also explore how he’d plan for his spouse—who has an entirely different investing mindset—and how to make sure your heirs aren’t left guessing.

Are You Sabotaging Your Retirement Without Realizing It? – 7 Mistakes Too Many Retirees Make

When you retire, you stop getting a paycheck—but decisions don’t stop. You might make big mistakes without realizing it. We dig into the 7 most common retirement pitfalls, from claiming benefits too early to not spending enough of your savings.

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About Mike

Since 2003, Mike has been 100% invested in equities. He shifted his entire portfolio into a dividend growth investing strategy in 2010. Mike worked in the financial industry for several years, including 5 years as a certified financial planner and 5 years as a private banker. He decided to leave the corporate banking world at age 35 because his ultimate goal was to help more investors succeed. In 2013, he founded Dividend Stocks Rock, a service that now guides around 3,000 investors down the path of success using a Dividend Growth Investing model. He is followed by over 55,000 people and counts 13,000+ webinar attendees to date.

About Vero

Vero completed her Communications college degree in 2007. During the first years of her career, she mainly worked in the marketing field for a newspaper and a large high-end furniture store, where she learned to adapt to the fast-changing advertising world. In 2010, she made the bold move of working in the “blogosphere” alongside Mike. This life-changing decision opened the doors of dividend growth investing for Vero. She quickly turned into Mike’s second brain and has held the Core Business & Marketing Manager position since the foundation of Dividend Stocks Rock in 2013. Throughout the years, she has discovered a high interest in investing and believes in investors’ empowerment.

Full disclaimer: The information contained within this podcast is for informational purposes only and it is not intended as a recommendation of the securities highlighted or any particular investment strategy; nor should it be considered a solicitation to buy or sell any security. In addition, this information is not represented or warranted to be accurate, correct, complete, or timely. The securities mentioned in this podcast may not be suitable for all types of investors and the information contained in this podcast does not constitute advice. Before acting on any information in this email, readers should consider whether such an investment is suitable for their particular circumstances, perform their own due diligence, and if necessary, seek professional advice.