Mile High FI Podcast

Doug and Carl talk to local FIREy friend Arik Peterson, the Grim Reaper of Mutual Funds. Arik's job working for the Dark Side (AKA: why mutual funds suck!) How Arik discovered FIRE Why a big pile of cash will empower you Why some people don't have one true calling SEPP basics and planning Links Live long Live often Animal Spirits Podcast Mile High FI — A Financial Independence and Lifestyle Podcas...

Guest host Amberly Grant stopped by to talk about her journaling practice. We discussed travel journals, finance journals, and tips for people to get started journaling.

Will a life of FIRE lead to happiness? Maybe. But it's not what you think. In this episode, Carl and Doug talk about what makes humans happy, how FIRE will (or will not lead to happiness), and the tumultuous tale of an early retiree.

It's officially college week here at the Mile High FI pod. After last Tuesday's episode with Amberly Grant about whether college is worth it, this week we're kicking around whether we'd go back to school as adults. Guest host Carla Cash of the Pennies and Popcorn podcast stopped by to discuss.  A few highlights of our discussion include: What did Doug and Carla like or dislike about college? What...

Guest host Amberly Grant stopped by to talk about academia and whether college is still worth it today. Here are a few highlights of our discussion: Doug's and Amberly's college experiences The cost of college today Americans' emotional attachment to the "college experience" How much student loan debt is reasonable to graduate with Life without college Whether college will cost less if classes go...

The FIRE Movement is fraught with misunderstanding and confusion. In this episode, Carl and Doug talk about some of the misconceptions around FIRE.

Doug and Carl interview FIoneer Jessica about the slow path to retirement. How Jessica got on board with FIRE Is Coast FIRE the right way? The way we work is changing Designing a life you don't to retire from Why the journey should be as remarkable as the destination Links The Fioneers Avoid the "Death March" to Financial Independence thefioneers https://www.instagram.com/thefioneers/

Doug talks to Carl about a big and somewhat spontaneous purchase: another house! How Carl found a good deal in a crazy market What Carl is going to do with the house Why Carl isn't going to fix this one up himself Are you in the area and want to help? Leave a comment on YouTube or send Carl an email: milehighficlub@gmail.com Links Mile High FI Podcast Mile High FI — A Financial Independence and Li...

In this mailbag episode, we tackle: Owning blue-chip stocks Owning tech stocks Rental real estate and why Doug shies away from it Carl's experience with a rowing machine Much more! Links: The Simple Path to Wealth | JL Collins | MHFi 002 JL Collins Live Q&A @ Mr. Money Mustache HQ | MHFi 040 When Real Estate Investing Goes Terribly Wrong with JL Collins | MHFi 032 Freakonomics on Real-Estate A...

What were our goals with the podcast? Has Carl accomplished his? What about Doug? Is Mile High FI the best use of our time?

Big NEWS! Doug and Carl welcome The Rebel Entrepreneur, Alan Donegan to the Mile High FI Network! The background of Rebel Entrepreneur Why Carl and Doug want to work with Alan The Rebel Entrepreneur business model Success is proportional to discomfort

Stocks are down, especially tech stocks. Doug and Carl talk about their feelings and how they cope with losing money.

Doug and Carl interview friend, neighbor, and FI enthusiast, Jake Simon. Investing – Why “Take Carl to Work Day” isn’t happening, despite Carl’s best efforts – How Jake overcame his fear of investing – Rental properties versus stocks – Leverage (Carl’s favorite topic!) Health – Jake’s routine – Longs Peak – Apple Watch – Sleep Links: FiDilettante Mad Fientist – Financial Independence and Early Ret...

We’ve got a guest host this week! Carla Cash is the co-host of one of our in-network pods, Pennies and Popcorn. She stopped by to talk about the pros and cons of sabbaticals and whether to prioritize mini-retirements or full-blown early retirement. Here are a few highlights; Working for short bursts to fund an adventurous life Balancing a seize-the-day mentality with long-term needs A tangent into...

Doug and Carl interview Kyle Landis-Marinello, an all-around good human who likes Crocs. A lot. DIY suit jacket cleaning that did not go well Kyle’s dad is brilliant, just not with money Giving up big law money to do good Arguing a case in front of the Vermont Supreme Court in Crocs Socially responsible investing Kyle wrote a book Perfect day Links https://personalfinanceauthor.com/ pfauthor Susta...

This week, we are rebroadcasting one of our all-time favorite episodes with the undisputed king of the FI movement: Mr. Money Mustache. This episode is a recording of a Q&A that took place at The Extraordinary Event  put on by Alan Donegan! The Q&A covered a range of topics, but here are a few highlights: When Pete started Mr. Money Mustache, did he expect it would be the phenomenon that i...

Doug and Carl talk to Emily and James from Rethink The Rat Race. The conversation starts when James and Carl remember the time they were accosted in Washington DC … James’ difficult childood Owning 5 cars. Simultaneously. How James discovered FI and then brought Emily onboard Why FI people may be healthier James’ and Emily’s new book: “The Dog Food Diet” Long versus short-term rentals The fast roa...

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!

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...

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?

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 Financia...

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.

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 no...

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 ____ ____

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 – Bri...