Mile High FI Podcast

Doug and Carl interview Stephen Baughier, the creator of Camp FI. They discuss: The creation of Camp FI The importance of community Future Camp FIs   Camp FI – Highly recommended! Go if you can…   Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list! ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and Doug is attending. You can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

Doug and Carl host a panel of three guests and answer audience questions at Camp FI Rocky Mountain. Also on the stage are Lynn (FI Healthcare), Ray (Waffles On Wednesday), and Josh. Lynn talks about financially taking care of relatives Ray goes down a rabbit hole talking about rabbit holes The pros and cons of two-ply toilet paper Carl learns a new word: “manscaping” And much, much more. Links: Camp FI – Highly recommended! Go if you can… FI Healthcare – Lynn’s Site about Health Care options Waffles on Wednesday – Ray’s Blog Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list! ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.  

Doug and Carl interview Diania Merriam, creator of the EconoMe conference. Diania discusses: Discovering Mr. Money Mustache and getting out of $30,000 in debt Using creativity to adopt a frugal lifestyle Lessons learned (and not learned!) while hiking the El Camino Trail How financial independence allowed her to leave a toxic situation The merits of quitting work even before you’re done saving The real purpose of setting goals The EconoMe conference Links: EconoMe Conference 2021 – Save with Code “1500” *Affiliate Link so I earn a commission if you use the code. Thank you! Optimal Finance Daily The Miracle Morning Tim Urban: Taming the Mammoth Mr Money Mustache: News Flash: Your Debt is an Emergency!! ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

Doug and Carl talk to Matt Giovanisci. Matt created a wildly successful lifestyle business and shares the numbers in this interview. Matt is a marketing expert and practitioner, but so much more. In this interview, Matt discusses: Skipping college (except for a failed 2 weeks) Writing, performing, and producing his own music Teaching himself to write code to develop websites Why he quit an incredibly successful podcast Passion mashing Links Swim University MoneyLab Matt’s pool-maintenance rap video on YouTube   ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

Doug and Carl interview Carla and Robert. Carla was a big law attorney who was unhappy with her career, so changed things up. Her husband Robert loved his job but still stepped away for a sabbatical. In this interview, you’ll learn how they navigated evolving careers and goals. Topics: Clerking for a federal judge a high-powered career in big law Hiking the Pacific Coast trail including the repercussions of eating 60 Chicken McNuggets Carla and Roberts’ introduction to FI (Robert needed a little convincing) Mini-sabbaticals and Misty Gold cars The incredible value of flexibility   ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

Doug and Carl each share 5 of their favorite life hacks. Somehow, the conversation veers into cat cafes and another less reputable business. Mentioned during the recording: Wait But Why: Taming the Mammoth Huberman Lab: Master Your Sleep Email batching with Boomerang Stanford study on creativity   ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.  

Doug and Carl talk about: the state of the housing market their vastly different housing situations whether owning a home is a good idea. Doug and Carl also talk about why living in a van down by the river isn’t what it used to be. Finally, Carl threatens to move into Doug’s basement. ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.  

Carl discusses the effects of his recent trip to Mexico. Doug talks about a recent brewery excursion. Doug and Carl then answer reader questions involving cryptocurrency, portfolio balancing, spending, and Doug’s latest investment. At some point, the show devolves into a discussion about asparagus pee. ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

Get off your ass. Yes, we’re talking to you. In this episode, Doug and Carl discuss the value of learning new skills and pursuing new projects. This leads to a discussion on how you should leverage your strengths. Finally, they talk about some side hustles including Doug’s OnlyFans account. ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

Humans spend a lot of money on transportation, especially personal vehicles. In this episode, Doug and Carl discuss their cars and associated expenses. Carl thinks he’s frugal and is surprised by how much he has spent. They also discuss the new versus used debate, how Doug got a great deal on a car, and the future of transportation. ★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★ Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500 *Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.