What would you do with 6 months of free time? | MHFi 073
Doug and Carl discuss what they would do if they had 6 months of free time with no obligations. The show has an exciting new sponsor!
May 06, 2022•17 min
Mile High FI Podcast
Real talk about Financial Independence and life after corporate jobs. Doug Cunnington and Carl Jensen talk about FI, lifestyle, side hustles, health, and anything on their minds. Plus, they interview experts and non-experts interested in the FI lifestyle. It's raw, candid, pretty much like you get to sit in on a private conversation.
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CAMP FI Southeast LIVE Panel with Maggie Tucker | MHFi 072
Live from CampFi Southeast, Doug and Maggie Tucker talk to several guests. We did mini-interviews with a number of CampFi Southeast attendees and learned about their journeys to FI and got some pretty good insights. Here are a few highlights: Why going to vocational school can be a fantastic choice Living for the present and not the future Getting a spouse on board with FI Living full time on the road The psychology of the first six months after leaving a job Links: friends on FIRE – Podcast on ...
May 03, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Leaving Your Phone Behind | MHFI 071
This is the tale of The Day That Carl Forgot His Phone. Here are a few highlights: He had to ask for directions! Mindy got mad at him! But, at the same time, he realized how much he hates phones! Would he do it again strategically?
Apr 29, 2022•21 min
We Retire in 5 Months & We Have Questions | MHFi 070
Doug and Carl talk to “Lewis” and “Clark,” a couple on the verge of early retirement. In this first-ever case study, they discuss how to successfully transition and live the FIRE life. Here are a few highlights of our discussion: Setting priorities Finding purpose The value of routines Why you shouldn’t tell your friends about FIRE How to manage relationships Finding identity ____ Links Financial Advisor for Early Retirement – Downshift Financial The Margin Loan: How to Make a $400,000 Impulse P...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr 33 min
What’s Your Morning Routine? | MHFi 069
We talked about our own morning routines, what works for us, and what doesn’t. Here are a few highlights: Wake-up time Working out in the morning Do we meditate? Will making the bed in the morning change your life? Is there one perfect morning routine for everybody? ____ ____ Links Doug.Show Podcast 1500 Days to Freedom – Think different and escape the rat race....
Apr 22, 2022•20 min
Live Q&A with Diania Merriam & Maggie Tucker at Camp FI Southeast | MHFi 068
We had a great sit-down with Diania and Maggie at Camp FI and fielded some fun and off-the-wall questions from the audience. Here are a few highlights: What pursuits have been most fulfilling for you? What is your side-hustle exit plan? Getting started on YouTube Getting started with a podcast and overcoming the fear of being one of many Do you believe in the four-percent rule? What do you know now that you wish you knew ten years ago? What equipment do you use? How much liquid cash is too much?...
Apr 19, 2022•56 min
Carl at Tesla for the Cyber Rodeo | MHFi 067
Carl traveled to wonderful Austin, TX for the Tesla factory opening. Doug asks him all about it. They welcome in a NEW sponsor! Carl’s Cyber Rodeo YouTube Video Cyber Rodeo Blog Post on 1500 Days ____ ____
Apr 15, 2022•26 min
Brian Feroldi: Stocks! | MHFi 066
Doug and Carl talk to Brian Feroldi about growth investing, volatility, and Brian’s new book. Investing – What advice would you give to a 22-year-old? – Brian’s investments – Great investors including the OG of FIRE – Growth investing: qualitative versus quantitative measures Brian’s book – Why write a book? – Another investing book? Why this one is different. – Who should read this? Closing – Brian’s perfect day – Why walking is so good ____ Links https://www.brianferoldi.com/ https://www.youtu...
Apr 12, 2022•46 min
What Car Would You Get…? Thought experiment | MHFi 065
Carl and Doug talk about what car they would get if they had to buy something. It’s just a thought experiment since neither of them plan on getting a car in the near term. ____
Apr 08, 2022•23 min
We Need Fitness Help! – Brittany Dunn | MHFi 064
Doug and Carl talk to Brittany Dunn about exercise, diet, accountability, and finding inner peace at Sam’s Club. How Brittany’s 4-hour commute triggered a 7-year move to Beijing Body composition (why BMI is evil!) Carl’s fitness routine H.I.I.T. versus steady-state cardio How to stay fit for life Links Brittany’s Site Brittany on Instagram Ben Greenfield Life – Diet, Fat Loss and Performance Advice ____...
Apr 05, 2022•45 min
Losing 10 LBS of Ugly Weight – Mini Fitness Updates | MHFI 063
Checking in and updating on our fitness goals. We talk about accountability partners, pull-ups, watching our proteins, and just generally checking in to track our progress. We hope this inspires you to get out there and make positive changes! ____
Apr 01, 2022•21 min
No ROTH IRA is bad advice, Too Late For Index Funds? Mailbag | MHFi 062
Doug and Carl host another mailbag episode. An innocent conversation about investing devolved into lots of butt talk … Doug doesn’t contribute to tax-advantaged accounts. Is he wrong? Is it ever too late to switch over to Vanguard and index funds? What is the draw-down process like in retirement? Finally, Doug and Carl talk about recent purchases including a bidet … ____ ____ Links https://radicalpersonalfinance.libsyn.com/314-how-you-can-get-more-money-for-early-retirement-by-using-an-ira-or-40...
Mar 29, 2022•44 min
Do I Have Enough to Retire | MHFI 061
Doug and Carl talk about how much money is needed to quit. How Carl got his number way wrong The purpose of the 4% rule Bad sequence returns early in retirement aren’t the end of the world Doug and Carl discuss what they’re up to Links FIRE and The 4% Rule | MHFi 003 cFIREsim ____ ____
Mar 25, 2022•22 min
Diane Hirschhorn: Former Wealth Advisor | MHFi 060
Doug and Carl interview Diane Hirschorn, a former money manager to the rich and famous. Financial goals of the rich The sad story about the lady who died with infinite wealth, but no friends How you can live on Pebble Beach in a massive estate with a 4,000 square foot personal gym on your property, and still be jealous of your neighbors Diane meets Jack Bogle Links Home | My Site 1 Diane Hirschhorn Bogleheads Investing Advice and Info ____ ____...
Mar 22, 2022•45 min
Optimizers vs Satisficers | MHFi 059
Doug and Carl talk about what it means to be a “satisficer” – that’s not a typo! – versus an optimizer or maximizer. What does “satisficer” mean? What are the benefits of being either one? How do we identify? Is one better than the other? What we strive for ____ ____
Mar 18, 2022•27 min
Who Is Doug Cunnington? | MHFI 058
Carl interviews Doug Cunnington. Brace yourselves, Carl probes deep! Young Doug Money – Money teachings & Biggest money mistake – Frugal? Professional – Lawn care business – University – Doug’s life now Deep thoughts – Finding beauty in daily existence – Inspiration – A perfect day ____ ____
Mar 15, 2022•1 hr 49 min
Motivation vs Discipline vs Habits | MHFI 057
Doug and Carl talk about the differences between achieving goals through motivation, discipline, and habits. Should you wait around for motivation to hit? How fickle motivation is How to create good habits and get “back on the wagon” after you deviate Start with something easy and take the pressure off yourself The power of just showing up ____
Mar 11, 2022•25 min
Dealing with Market Volatility – Downshift Financial | MHFi 056
Doug and Carl bring back Eddie and Travis, fee-only financial advisors from Downshift Financial to discuss recent market upheaval. Volatility in 2022! How to get your mind right in a downturn Carl’s Tesla shares Portfolio Theory Sequence of Returns How to behave in a correction Links Financial Advisor for Early Retirement – Downshift Financial ____...
Mar 08, 2022•52 min
No-Complain Experiment & Dealing with Negativity | MHFi 055
Doug and Carl complain about not complaining. Kind of. Tim Ferriss’s no-complaint experiment Complainy Carl How Doug trained himself the art of not complaining How to deal with complainy people Links Real Mind Control: The 21-Day No-Complaint Experiment ____
Mar 04, 2022•26 min
Quit Your Engineering Job with Vivi Ton | MHFI 054
Doug and Carl talk to Vivi Ton who made bold moves in life including quitting a lucrative engineering job. Vivi’s toxic work environment Leaving an engineering job to become a freelancer Unhappy parents Why aren’t engineers happy at work? Therapy The FIRE community Links Vivi on Instagram Personal Finance Club The Personal Finance Club Course : BUILD WEALTH BY INVESTING IN INDEX FUNDS (affiliate link! thanks for the support. It’s a great gift.) EconoMe Conference ____...
Mar 01, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Black Swan Events and Financial Independence | MHFi 053
Doug and Carl talk about black swans. (The unpredictable event; not the animal!) The Marshall Fire What is a black swan? How to prepare What Carl and Doug did with their investments during the Great Recession Doug’s upcoming speaking engagement Links: CampFI Southeast ____
Feb 25, 2022•27 min
Go Bucket Yourself | MHFI 052
Doug and Carl interview Chris and Deb from the Go Bucket Yourself podcast and blog. Recent adventures including pooping in the woods Why Chris and Deb started Go Bucket Yourself How to help others live their best life Limiting beliefs versus adventure How challenges make us better Out of state real estate investing Connection, growth, and adventure A perfect day Links Go Bucket Yourself Bigger Pockets Money Chris on Instagram Debbie on Instagram The Other Side of Perfect Obstacle is the Way Rich...
Feb 22, 2022•1 hr 20 min
Who is Carl Jensen? MHFi 051
Doug interviews Carl. It was originally recorded in early 2020 for Doug’s podcast. So you’ll get to hear one of the first long conversations they ever had. ____ ____
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Financial Independence & Health Insurance | Sedera Health Sharing | MHFI 050
Doug and Carl talk to Bill and Jon from The Fire Guild about health care for early retirees. Medical options for early retirees: COBRA, ACA, geo-arbitrage, health care sharing Health care sharing defined Health care sharing versus insurance Is health care sharing good for society? ____ Links: The Fire Guild: Home Homepage – RIP Medical Debt Transparency regulations: Health Plan Price Transparency | CMS No Surprises Act: No Surprises Act | CMS...
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 3 min
What Does a Good Job Look Like? | MHFI 049
Is there such a thing as a good job? Some are definitely better than others! We examine what a good job would look like for someone just starting out in life, and someone farther down the path. ____
Feb 11, 2022•27 min
Post FI Life with the Mad Fientist | MHFI 048
Doug and Carl talk to the famous Brandon aka The Mad Fientist! Here are a few highlights of our discussion: Carl and Brandon reminisce about their first meeting almost 10 years ago! Discovering JD Roth and FIRE Mad Fientist: new features coming soon to the FI Laboratory How to spend money or not (The Switzerland Incident) Michelin 3 star restaurants versus Taco Bell Where is the FIRE movement going? Why the Mad Fientist loves routines For the love of coding ____ Links Mad Fientist – Financial In...
Feb 08, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Would You Get a Full Time Job Again? | MHFi 047
Carl and Doug talk about whether they could hold down a job again, and why they might be good or bad at it. ____
Feb 04, 2022•25 min
Financial Independence for Teens | Dan Sheeks | MHFI 046
We’re giving away free copies of First to a Million: A Teenager’s Guide to Achieving Early Financial Independence by Dan Sheeks! Leave a comment on the Mile High FI YouTube channel telling us about a teen you think deserves to get a copy of the book. We’ll pick three comments and send you a copy along with the accompanying workbook for you to pass along! In this episode, Doug and Carl interview Dan Sheeks about teaching teen financial literacy and his new book First to a Million . Here are a few...
Feb 01, 2022•57 min
Our Fitness Plan for 2022 | MHFI 045
Carl and Doug talk about fitness and their hypothetical goals for 2022. (It’s a short form, and we actually keep it to just over 20 minutes.) NEW: we have intro and outro music. ____ ____
Jan 28, 2022•23 min
Inflation with Paula Pant of Afford Anything | MHFI 044
Doug and Carl talk inflation with personal finance blogging legend Paula Pant of Afford Anything. Paula discusses the mysterious origins of her first and middle names. Then we get into inflation and go pretty deep. why inflation is happening transitory or here to stay? does the Consumer Price Index matter? mortgages: inflation hedge or just more debt? inflation and financial independence ____ ____ Links #252: Ask Paula – Will the Stimulus Cause Massive Inflation? #343: Are We Heading for a Housi...
Jan 25, 2022•54 min
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