Mile High FI Podcast

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 Sustainable investing funds| Environmental, Social, and Governance | Fidelity Spreading Financial Wellness | Brian Feroldi

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 it is? Alan, Carl, and Pete discuss what’s next for them Morning routines (or lack thereof) Internal barriers to FI Is the prospect of making money still motivating? How to convince a partner to get on board with FI Surprises about FI life Links: Mr. Money Mustache Headquarters Katie and Alan Donegan’s Many Enterprises: Rebel Finance School Rebel Business School Alan Donegan’s Podcast Alan Donegan’s Blog

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 road to FI Why FI evangelism doesn’t work James’ and Emily’s perfect day Links Rethink the Rat Race https://www.instagram.com/rethinktheratrace/ Home – Peter Attia Camp FI Confessions Of A Frugal Millionaire – Root of Good

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 road The psychology of the first six months after leaving a job Links: friends on FIRE – Podcast on Financial Independence Retire Early Camp FI

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 Financial Advisor for Early Retirement – Downshift Financial The Margin Loan: How to Make a $400,000 Impulse Purchase Ratcheting The Safe Withdrawal Rate For Income Upside Camp FI

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 now that you wish you knew ten years ago? What equipment do you use? How much liquid cash is too much? Decompressing after leaving work Keep an eye and ear open for the other episode from Camp FI coming out in a couple of weeks. Links: Friends on FIRE – Podcast on Financial Independence Retire Early EconoMe Conference – March 2023 Optimal Finance Daily Podcast ____ ____

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 ____ ____