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Compounding ProjectCompounding ProjectHow I Retired Early With $1.2 MILLION (4K) | Carl (Mr. 1500) | CP09Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 05:14 Discovering FI 12:05 Aligning with Your Partner 18:45 The 4% Rule 25:38 Money & Life Philosophy 34:09 Wealth as Freedom 36:13 Investment Strategies 51:31 Index Funds 55:41 Hotseat Questions ------------- 🎙️ Episode 09: The Journey to Financial Independence with Carl Jensen (Mr. 1500) In the 9th episode of the Compounding Project Podcast, I sit down with Carl Jensen, better known as Mr. 1500, a leading voice in the financial independence (FI) community. Carl shares his inspiring journey to achieving FI at the age of 43 and how his encounter with Mr. Money Mustache reshaped his financial philosophy. 🌟 What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Carl’s journey to financial independence and retiring e...2024-11-2359 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastSo Long for Now. Carl is Leaving... | MHFI 235Doug chats with Carl about his decision to leave the podcast to focus on wrapping up personal projects.  Carl shares struggles with balancing podcast duties, fitness goals, burnout, and family obligations.  He shares some regrets from his MHFI podcasting experience while also reflecting on his fondest memories.  Doug talks about the future of the podcast and brainstorms how it may look going forward. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Need a fee only advisor?  Nectarine is a net...2024-10-0146 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastSo Long for Now. Carl is Leaving… | MHFI 235Doug chats with Carl about his decision to leave the podcast to focus on wrapping up personal projects.  Carl shares struggles with balancing podcast duties, fitness goals, burnout, and family obligations.  He shares some regrets from his MHFI podcasting experience while also reflecting on his fondest memories.  Doug talks about the future of the podcast and brainstorms how it may look going forward. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Need a fee only advisor?  Nectarine is a net...2024-10-0146 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastSo Long for Now. Carl is Leaving… | MHFI 235Doug chats with Carl about his decision to leave the podcast to focus on wrapping up personal projects.  Carl shares struggles with balancing podcast duties, fitness goals, burnout, and family obligations.  He shares some regrets from his MHFI podcasting experience while also reflecting on his fondest memories.  Doug talks about the future of the podcast and brainstorms how it may look going forward. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Need a fee only advisor?  Nectarine is a net...2024-10-0146 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastTime Share Pitches & FI-Centric Road Tripping | MHFI 230Doug and Carl catch up to discuss their recent summer adventures.  They discuss Carl’s FI-centric road trip & his future travel plans, Doug’s experience with timeshares, fitness routines while traveling, and an update on Doug’s back injury.  And because this is a money podcast, they also touch on the current state of the stock market. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Want to support our new product line of Mile High FI eye masks (complete...2024-08-271h 01Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastTime Share Pitches & FI-Centric Road Tripping | MHFI 230Doug and Carl catch up to discuss their recent summer adventures.  They discuss Carl’s FI-centric road trip & his future travel plans, Doug’s experience with timeshares, fitness routines while traveling, and an update on Doug’s back injury.  And because this is a money podcast, they also touch on the current state of the stock market. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Want to support our new product line of Mile High FI eye masks (complete...2024-08-271h 01Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastTime Share Pitches & FI-Centric Road Tripping | MHFI 230Doug and Carl catch up to discuss their recent summer adventures.  They discuss Carl’s FI-centric road trip & his future travel plans, Doug’s experience with timeshares, fitness routines while traveling, and an update on Doug’s back injury.  And because this is a money podcast, they also touch on the current state of the stock market. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Want to support our new product line of Mile High FI eye masks (complete...2024-08-271h 01Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetired Two Months: Here’s What We Learned – Elizabeth & Dusti | MHFI 224Doug chats with two recent retirees, his wife Elizabeth & friend Dusti.  They share vital tips and lessons they’ve learned, including financial planning, healthcare considerations, and the importance of flexibility and community in retirement.  The group also discusses real-life strategies like writing things down, engaging in fulfilling activities, and easing into new routines. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Want to support our new product, the 1500 Days bidet?  If so, head over to Buy Me A Coffee...2024-07-1656 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetired Two Months: Here’s What We Learned – Elizabeth & Dusti | MHFI 224Doug chats with two recent retirees, his wife Elizabeth & friend Dusti.  They share vital tips and lessons they’ve learned, including financial planning, healthcare considerations, and the importance of flexibility and community in retirement.  The group also discusses real-life strategies like writing things down, engaging in fulfilling activities, and easing into new routines. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Want to support our new product, the 1500 Days bidet?  If so, head over to Buy Me A Coffee...2024-07-1656 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetired Two Months: Here's What We Learned - Elizabeth & Dusti | MHFI 224Doug chats with two recent retirees, his wife Elizabeth & friend Dusti.  They share vital tips and lessons they’ve learned, including financial planning, healthcare considerations, and the importance of flexibility and community in retirement.  The group also discusses real-life strategies like writing things down, engaging in fulfilling activities, and easing into new routines. Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Want to support our new product, the 1500 Days bidet?  If so, head over to Buy Me A Coffee...2024-07-1656 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastShould I Quit My Corporate Job & Mailbag | MHFI 215Doug and Carl work through a case study from listener Frank and also answer questions from the Facebook mailbag. Frank – Has a stressful, yet well paying job.  Should he stay at his current job, which he doesn’t like so much, or move on to something else that he’s been contemplating for a while? Rich What does a typical daily meal and snack look like?  If you had to change it up, what would you do to make it more ideal? What are a couple of key takeaways that you have learned by chatting with other FIRE folks th...2024-05-141h 02A Colossal Waste of Time - A Homestuck PodcastA Colossal Waste of Time - A Homestuck PodcastA Colossal Waste of Time - 08 (Page 1500 - 1652)Welcome back to the seventh episode of A Colossal Waste of Time, featuring Carl and Fraser.Join us as we read through all of Homestuck, where one reader is an expert and the other a newbie.In this page stretch, we cover some... climactic events in time, while also addressing the eccentricities of troll typing, and of course, boomer typing.Join us next time, as we cover pages 1653 - 1801!You can write into the podcast at (theapuk@gmail.com) - we look forward to what you have...2024-04-082h 44Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRandom Show from EconoMe 2024 | MHFI 209Recorded in the hotel lobby from the EconoMe conference in Cincinnati, Doug and Carl catch-up on various topics including: a recap of their recent visit to the Culdesac community in Arizona, thoughts on e-bikes & electric vehicles, Doug’s battle with pink eye, updates to their fitness routines, and Carl’s unfortunate Facebook incident.  Doug also shares an exciting announcement about his wife’s upcoming retirement, providing insights into her journey from skepticism to embracing financial independence. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Couldn’t make it to EconoM...2024-04-0252 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRandom Show from EconoMe 2024 | MHFI 209Recorded in the hotel lobby from the EconoMe conference in Cincinnati, Doug and Carl catch-up on various topics including: a recap of their recent visit to the Culdesac community in Arizona, thoughts on e-bikes & electric vehicles, Doug’s battle with pink eye, updates to their fitness routines, and Carl’s unfortunate Facebook incident.  Doug also shares an exciting announcement about his wife’s upcoming retirement, providing insights into her journey from skepticism to embracing financial independence. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Couldn’t make it to EconoM...2024-04-0252 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRandom Show from EconoMe 2024 | MHFI 209Recorded in the hotel lobby from the EconoMe conference in Cincinnati, Doug and Carl catch-up on various topics including: a recap of their recent visit to the Culdesac community in Arizona, thoughts on e-bikes & electric vehicles, Doug’s battle with pink eye, updates to their fitness routines, and Carl’s unfortunate Facebook incident.  Doug also shares an exciting announcement about his wife’s upcoming retirement, providing insights into her journey from skepticism to embracing financial independence. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Couldn’t make it to EconoM...2024-04-0252 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFitness & Health Update | MHFI 206In a follow-up to MHFI Episode 187 (Fitness Madness), Doug and Carl provide an update on how they’re progressing with their original fitness goals, discuss challenges they’ve faced along the way, provide dieting & workout tips, and discuss future plans.  Carl speaks candidly about Attachment Disorder and the importance of mental health.  Also, don’t miss out on new sponsor oFartsic by pVisor. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) New “Sponsor” oFartsic: http://milehighfi.com/ofartsic Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnat...2024-03-121h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFitness & Health Update | MHFI 206In a follow-up to MHFI Episode 187 (Fitness Madness), Doug and Carl provide an update on how they’re progressing with their original fitness goals, discuss challenges they’ve faced along the way, provide dieting & workout tips, and discuss future plans.  Carl speaks candidly about Attachment Disorder and the importance of mental health.  Also, don’t miss out on new sponsor oFartsic by pVisor. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) New “Sponsor” oFartsic: http://milehighfi.com/ofartsic Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnat...2024-03-121h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFitness & Health Update | MHFI 206In a follow-up to MHFI Episode 187 (Fitness Madness), Doug and Carl provide an update on how they’re progressing with their original fitness goals, discuss challenges they’ve faced along the way, provide dieting & workout tips, and discuss future plans.  Carl speaks candidly about Attachment Disorder and the importance of mental health.  Also, don’t miss out on new sponsor oFartsic by pVisor. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) New “Sponsor” oFartsic: http://milehighfi.com/ofartsic Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnat...2024-03-121h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastI Hit Barista FI, But Now I Like My Job – Kim Ehardt | MHFI 202Doug and Carl chat with Kim Ehardt, a firefighter from Austin, Texas, who unknowingly achieved Barista FI through careful savings and an unconventional career path.  Despite her financial status and ability to leave her current profession, Kim articulates a desire to shift focus from financial security alone to personal fulfillment, purpose, and happiness.  Kim’s future plans include life coaching to help others achieve their goals and potentially even starting her own podcast. Do you have a desire to help others as well?  If so, come on over and support us at Buy Me A Coffee. Sa...2024-02-131h 08Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastWhat We Learned From 200 Episodes | MHFI 200Doug and Carl celebrate the 200th episode of the Mile High FI podcast, reminiscing about the past while discussing future plans.  Topics include: what they've learned, what they enjoy about podcasting, the many challenges they've faced, and goals & plans for 2024 and the next 100 episodes.  Carl also discusses his new podcast with Mindy. Come celebrate 200 episodes with us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnati, OH on March 15-17, 2024.  For those interested in attending, use...2024-01-3033 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastWhat We Learned From 200 Episodes | MHFI 200Doug and Carl celebrate the 200th episode of the Mile High FI podcast, reminiscing about the past while discussing future plans.  Topics include: what they’ve learned, what they enjoy about podcasting, the many challenges they’ve faced, and goals & plans for 2024 and the next 100 episodes.  Carl also discusses his new podcast with Mindy. Come celebrate 200 episodes with us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnati, OH on March 15-17, 2...2024-01-3033 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastWhat We Learned From 200 Episodes | MHFI 200Doug and Carl celebrate the 200th episode of the Mile High FI podcast, reminiscing about the past while discussing future plans.  Topics include: what they’ve learned, what they enjoy about podcasting, the many challenges they’ve faced, and goals & plans for 2024 and the next 100 episodes.  Carl also discusses his new podcast with Mindy. Come celebrate 200 episodes with us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnati, OH on March 15-17, 2...2024-01-3033 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastScarcity vs Abundance Mindset & FIRE with Diania Merriam | MHFI 199Doug and Carl chat with Diania Merriam about big events in her life in 2024 (a wedding & the EconoMe conference), struggles with scarcity mindset/shifting to an abundance mindset, and how these mindsets have influenced her approach to wedding planning.  Along the way she discusses her transformative experience at the Hoffman Process retreat, especially as it relates to spending.  Diania also provides a preview of EconoMe, an overview of the conference goals, and highlights the importance of community on the path to financial independence. Not planning to attend EconoMe?  You can still hang out with us virtually by hea...2024-01-231h 00Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastScarcity vs Abundance Mindset & FIRE with Diania Merriam | MHFI 199Doug and Carl chat with Diania Merriam about big events in her life in 2024 (a wedding & the EconoMe conference), struggles with scarcity mindset/shifting to an abundance mindset, and how these mindsets have influenced her approach to wedding planning.  Along the way she discusses her transformative experience at the Hoffman Process retreat, especially as it relates to spending.  Diania also provides a preview of EconoMe, an overview of the conference goals, and highlights the importance of community on the path to financial independence. Not planning to attend EconoMe?  You can still hang out with us virtually by heading over to Buy...2024-01-231h 00Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFinance Advice to Our Younger Selves | MHFI 198Doug and Carl reflect on their paths to financial independence and discuss the advice they would have given their younger selves.  Topics include college education/career paths, early savings, retirement account contributions, index fund investing, flexibility across different investments, strong work ethic, resilience, and of course… asparagus. Do you wish that your younger self found this podcast earlier in life?  Well, you can’t go back to the past, but there’s still time to support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Links Elon Musk University Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero” Morgan Housel, “Psychology of...2024-01-1645 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastWill Retiring Early Actually Make You Happy? [rebroadcast] | MHFI 194Carl and Doug unpack the pursuit of happiness and the winding road to early retirement.  From life’s unexpected twists to the importance of relationships beyond the balance sheet, they explore what it really means to live a fulfilling life post-FIRE.  Listen-in for a blend of finance, philosophy, and insights, all served up with a side of personal stories & anecdotes. Note: This is a rebroadcast of MHFI Episode 006 and 088.  Do we contribute to your happiness?  If so, come support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Links 1500 Days to Freedom, “7 Thoughts On Happines...2023-12-191h 43Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastWill Retiring Early Actually Make You Happy? [rebroadcast] | MHFI 194Carl and Doug unpack the pursuit of happiness and the winding road to early retirement.  From life’s unexpected twists to the importance of relationships beyond the balance sheet, they explore what it really means to live a fulfilling life post-FIRE.  Listen-in for a blend of finance, philosophy, and insights, all served up with a side of personal stories & anecdotes. Note: This is a rebroadcast of MHFI Episode 006 and 088.  Do we contribute to your happiness?  If so, come support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Links 1500 Days to Freedom, “7 Thoughts On Happines...2023-12-191h 43Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastWill Retiring Early Actually Make You Happy? [rebroadcast] | MHFI 194Carl and Doug unpack the pursuit of happiness and the winding road to early retirement.  From life's unexpected twists to the importance of relationships beyond the balance sheet, they explore what it really means to live a fulfilling life post-FIRE.  Listen-in for a blend of finance, philosophy, and insights, all served up with a side of personal stories & anecdotes. Note: This is a rebroadcast of MHFI Episode 006 and 088.  Do we contribute to your happiness?  If so, come support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Links 1500 Days to Freedom, “7 Thoughts On Happiness: Part 1” 1500 Days to Freed...2023-12-191h 43Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastDIY Projects, Live-In Flips, and Financial Planning | Mailbag | MHFI 193Doug and Carl answer questions from the Facebook mailbag. Sam: How important were the live-in flips and other real estate ventures that you and Mindy got into impact your success and overall net worth? Patrick: With all of Carl’s DIY experience, what house projects would he now hire out (like flooring, tile, drywall, or bathroom remodels) instead of spending the time doing it yourself? Lauren: Want to know the opinions of relocating from a low cost-of-living-area to a high cost-of-living-area to be closer to outdoor activities that you love and find a community you identify with.  Should som...2023-12-1257 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastDIY Projects, Live-In Flips, and Financial Planning | Mailbag | MHFI 193Doug and Carl answer questions from the Facebook mailbag. Sam: How important were the live-in flips and other real estate ventures that you and Mindy got into impact your success and overall net worth? Patrick: With all of Carl’s DIY experience, what house projects would he now hire out (like flooring, tile, drywall, or bathroom remodels) instead of spending the time doing it yourself? Lauren: Want to know the opinions of relocating from a low cost-of-living-area to a high cost-of-living-area to be closer to outdoor activities that you love and find a community you identify with.  Should som...2023-12-1257 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastDIY Projects, Live-In Flips, and Financial Planning | Mailbag | MHFI 193Doug and Carl answer questions from the Facebook mailbag. Sam: How important were the live-in flips and other real estate ventures that you and Mindy got into impact your success and overall net worth? Patrick: With all of Carl’s DIY experience, what house projects would he now hire out (like flooring, tile, drywall, or bathroom remodels) instead of spending the time doing it yourself? Lauren: Want to know the opinions of relocating from a low cost-of-living-area to a high cost-of-living-area to be closer to outdoor activities that you love and find a community you identify with.  Should someone do it...2023-12-1257 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastTravel Tips | MHFI 192Join Carl and Doug as they share practical travel tips such as the benefits of TSA Pre-check, understanding ideal travel lengths, and the importance of downtime during vacations. They also share money-saving tips like using credit card benefits and the art of negotiating hotel fees. In the soundcheck Carl and Doug talk about their weekend in Breckenridge, savoring the snowy weather over beers and spirited book-writing sessions. Listener Question: What is your best travel tip? Do you love the Mile High FI podcast?  If so, travel hack your way over to Buy Me A Coffee t...2023-12-051h 11Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastEmergency Funds, Tesla Stock Talk, and Coast FI Decisions | Mailbag | MHFI 188Doug and Carl answer questions from the mailbag. Intro: Doug & Carl discuss their weddings and advice for others Questions answered: Carl: How big is Doug’s Emergency Fund? Mike: What is Carl going to do with his Tesla Stock? Tahir: Plans to buy a house outright, works part-time as a college professor, with tutoring as a side-hustle on the way to CoastFI.  Is this a good plan or should there be a change in course? Listener Question: What do you think of Doug’s emergency fund situation? Can't wait to get your special asparagus stickers?  Be the first (and perhaps only...2023-11-0745 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastEmergency Funds, Tesla Stock Talk, and Coast FI Decisions | Mailbag | MHFI 188Doug and Carl answer questions from the mailbag. Intro: Doug & Carl discuss their weddings and advice for others Questions answered: Carl: How big is Doug’s Emergency Fund? Mike: What is Carl going to do with his Tesla Stock? Tahir: Plans to buy a house outright, works part-time as a college professor, with tutoring as a side-hustle on the way to CoastFI.  Is this a good plan or should there be a change in course? Listener Question: What do you think of Doug’s emergency fund situation? Can’t wait to get your special asparagus sticker...2023-11-0745 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastEmergency Funds, Tesla Stock Talk, and Coast FI Decisions | Mailbag | MHFI 188Doug and Carl answer questions from the mailbag. Intro: Doug & Carl discuss their weddings and advice for others Questions answered: Carl: How big is Doug’s Emergency Fund? Mike: What is Carl going to do with his Tesla Stock? Tahir: Plans to buy a house outright, works part-time as a college professor, with tutoring as a side-hustle on the way to CoastFI.  Is this a good plan or should there be a change in course? Listener Question: What do you think of Doug’s emergency fund situation? Can’t wait to get your special asparagus sticker...2023-11-0745 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFitness Madness | MHFI 187Doug and Carl talk about fitness per request of listener Rakesh.  Topics include fitness updates/observations, goals, and tips. Intro: Poor phone etiquette Workout routines & fasting Doug’s busy summer – more eating, less exercise Eating on the road Working out while traveling Carl’s lack of rest and hearing scare Growing old Blood-work – high cholesterol & blood pressure Doug’s goals – lower body fat, calorie tracking/eating better Carl’s goals – better sleep, lower blood pressure/resting heart rate, walk 25K steps a day, 10 pull-ups in a row Staying accountable Listener Question: How do you keep motivated (to stay on track wit...2023-10-311h 08Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFitness Madness | MHFI 187Doug and Carl talk about fitness per request of listener Rakesh.  Topics include fitness updates/observations, goals, and tips. Intro: Poor phone etiquette Workout routines & fasting Doug’s busy summer – more eating, less exercise Eating on the road Working out while traveling Carl’s lack of rest and hearing scare Growing old Blood-work – high cholesterol & blood pressure Doug’s goals – lower body fat, calorie tracking/eating better Carl’s goals – better sleep, lower blood pressure/resting heart rate, walk 25K steps a day, 10 pull-ups in a row Staying accountable Listener Question: How do you keep motivated (to stay on track wit...2023-10-311h 08Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFitness Madness | MHFI 187Doug and Carl talk about fitness per request of listener Rakesh.  Topics include fitness updates/observations, goals, and tips. Intro: Poor phone etiquette Workout routines & fasting Doug’s busy summer - more eating, less exercise Eating on the road Working out while traveling Carl’s lack of rest and hearing scare Growing old Blood-work - high cholesterol & blood pressure Doug’s goals - lower body fat, calorie tracking/eating better Carl’s goals - better sleep, lower blood pressure/resting heart rate, walk 25K steps a day, 10 pull-ups in a row Staying accountable Listener Question: How do you keep motivated (to stay o...2023-10-311h 08Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastApproaching Coast FI Case Study | MHFI 186Doug and Carl talk to Frances and Peter about their finances. Topics include Coast FI, real estate investing, emergency funds, and civet coffee (google it, we dare you!). Intro: A crazy purchase. Team Asparagus. Coast FI Should they invest in more real estate? The great “paying off the house” debate rages on Were they too Frugal? Challenges Frances and Peter’s numbers The Ideal Life Recommendations: $125,000 in investments is a great start, but suggest getting that number bigger before coasting. Since their income is good, consider a solo 410(k) to reduce taxable income. Settle your house situat...2023-10-241h 15Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastA Review Of Carl’s $12,000 Concert Weekend | MHFI 185Doug, Carl and special guest Mindy talk about Carl’s $12,000 concert weekend. Was it worth it? Would he do it again? What is his next Big Thing? Intro: Doug has an addiction. A Melanzana addiction. How Carl came to buy a private show and what Mindy thought about it Concert weekend Regrets? What stressed Carl out Soundcheck: Did Mindy like the Webb Brothers or Duran Duran more? Listener Question: If you could put on a big event like Carl, what would it be? Do you love Mile High FI? Awwww, we love you too. Support us...2023-10-1741 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastA Review Of Carl’s $12,000 Concert Weekend | MHFI 185Doug, Carl and special guest Mindy talk about Carl’s $12,000 concert weekend. Was it worth it? Would he do it again? What is his next Big Thing? Intro: Doug has an addiction. A Melanzana addiction. How Carl came to buy a private show and what Mindy thought about it Concert weekend Regrets? What stressed Carl out Soundcheck: Did Mindy like the Webb Brothers or Duran Duran more? Listener Question: If you could put on a big event like Carl, what would it be? Do you love Mile High FI? Awwww, we love you too. Support us...2023-10-1741 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastA Review Of Carl's $12,000 Concert Weekend | MHFI 185Doug, Carl and special guest Mindy talk about Carl’s $12,000 concert weekend. Was it worth it? Would he do it again? What is his next Big Thing? Intro: Doug has an addiction. A Melanzana addiction. How Carl came to buy a private show and what Mindy thought about it Concert weekend Regrets? What stressed Carl out Soundcheck: Did Mindy like the Webb Brothers or Duran Duran more? Listener Question: If you could put on a big event like Carl, what would it be? Do you love Mile High FI? Awwww, we love you too. Support us over at Buy Me A...2023-10-1741 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastQuestions From The Facebook Group | MHFI 184Doug, Carl and special guest Mindy discuss listener questions submitted on the Mile High FI Facebook group. They talk about mortgages, what Carl would have done differently, frugality, and living in an expensive city. Intro: Are you on Team Pumpkin Spice? The debate exposes divisions within the Mile High FI team. Should you wait to buy a house? Carl didn’t do FIRE correctly. Frugality: Cell phone plans, food, and Costco tips I live in an expensive city. What should I do? Soundcheck: Mindy can say naughty words on Mile High FI. Will she? Listener Question: Are hi...2023-10-1054 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastQuestions From The Facebook Group | MHFI 184Doug, Carl and special guest Mindy discuss listener questions submitted on the Mile High FI Facebook group. They talk about mortgages, what Carl would have done differently, frugality, and living in an expensive city. Intro: Are you on Team Pumpkin Spice? The debate exposes divisions within the Mile High FI team. Should you wait to buy a house? Carl didn’t do FIRE correctly. Frugality: Cell phone plans, food, and Costco tips I live in an expensive city. What should I do? Soundcheck: Mindy can say naughty words on Mile High FI. Will she? Listener Question: Are hi...2023-10-1054 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastQuestions From The Facebook Group | MHFI 184Doug, Carl and special guest Mindy discuss listener questions submitted on the Mile High FI Facebook group. They talk about mortgages, what Carl would have done differently, frugality, and living in an expensive city. Intro: Are you on Team Pumpkin Spice? The debate exposes divisions within the Mile High FI team. Should you wait to buy a house? Carl didn’t do FIRE correctly. Frugality: Cell phone plans, food, and Costco tips I live in an expensive city. What should I do? Soundcheck: Mindy can say naughty words on Mile High FI. Will she? Listener Question: Are high mortgage rates pr...2023-10-1054 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFour Mini Case Studies | MHFI 183Doug and Carl review 4 listener case studies. Listener #1 loved his 38 year career. Listener #2 is only 27, but is ready to hang up the keyboard. Listener #3 wants advice on how to leave his job. Listener #4 makes the case for going part-time. Intro: Doug talks about his Never Nude Ken doll. Carl talks about what his Ken doll would look like. Steve LOVED his career and makes the case for work. Ryan LOVES to ski and at the age of 27, doesn’t want to work anymore. Is this a good idea? Zak wants to make the jump to freelance life and is...2023-10-031h 02Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastThoughts On Big Spending And Taylor Swift | MHFI 182Doug and Carl talk about spending big on experiences including Carl’s Taylor Swift show. When is big spending appropriate? When is it not? Is it OK to experiment with spending? Intro: Doug cooks in Atlanta while Carl coughs in Longmont Why Carl went to the Taylor Swift show How much Carl paid for the ticket (hint: > $999) Why being an old dude at a Taylor Swift show is strange What Doug spends money on Is it OK to fail with spending? What Doug and Carl are going to spend on this year Soundcheck: Carl asks Doug about the my...2023-09-2648 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastThoughts On Big Spending And Taylor Swift | MHFI 182Doug and Carl talk about spending big on experiences including Carl’s Taylor Swift show. When is big spending appropriate? When is it not? Is it OK to experiment with spending? Intro: Doug cooks in Atlanta while Carl coughs in Longmont Why Carl went to the Taylor Swift show How much Carl paid for the ticket (hint: > $999) Why being an old dude at a Taylor Swift show is strange What Doug spends money on Is it OK to fail with spending? What Doug and Carl are going to spend on this year Soundcheck: Carl asks Doug about the mysterious origins of...2023-09-2648 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastThoughts On Big Spending And Taylor Swift | MHFI 182Doug and Carl talk about spending big on experiences including Carl’s Taylor Swift show. When is big spending appropriate? When is it not? Is it OK to experiment with spending? Intro: Doug cooks in Atlanta while Carl coughs in Longmont Why Carl went to the Taylor Swift show How much Carl paid for the ticket (hint: > $999) Why being an old dude at a Taylor Swift show is strange What Doug spends money on Is it OK to fail with spending? What Doug and Carl are going to spend on this year Soundcheck: Carl asks Doug about the my...2023-09-2648 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCampFI Origins & Cohousing with Stephen Baughier | MHFI 180Doug and Carl talk to Stephen Baughier about a couple different topics – CampFI and cohousing.  Plus, new show sponsor – PeeRidica! CampFI: Origins, evolution, challenges, changes on the horizon, what attendees should expect, and tips for newcomers Cohousing: “An efficient neighborhood that builds community”, cohousing basics, Stephen’s specific project (EAGLE Cohousing) in Warner Robins, Georgia Looking to buy a bottle of PeeRidica, but can’t find it online or in-store anywhere?  Available exclusively at Buy Me A Coffee! Carl will be attending CampFI Southwest in Julian, CA on October 6-9, 2023.  For those interested in attending, use the coupon...2023-09-121h 15Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCredit Card Points, Doug’s Cognitive Meltdown, Saying NO! | MHFI 178Doug and Dusti chat about a potpourri of topics. Credit card points – which cards Doug & Dusti each have, hoarding points Reflections on Carl & Mindy’s experience on Ramit Sethi’s podcast Cognitive biases – loss aversion, sunk cost, maximization (optimizing) vs. satisficing Having a hard time saying NO Come support the show at Buy Me A Coffee.  If you’re like Doug & Dusti, we bet you’ll have a hard time saying NO! Carl will be attending CampFI Southwest in Julian, CA on October 6-9, 2023.  For those interested in attending, use the coupon code JENSEN at checkout to sa...2023-08-291h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCredit Card Points, Doug's Cognitive Meltdown, Saying NO! | MHFI 178Doug and Dusti chat about a potpourri of topics. Credit card points - which cards Doug & Dusti each have, hoarding points Reflections on Carl & Mindy’s experience on Ramit Sethi’s podcast Cognitive biases - loss aversion, sunk cost, maximization (optimizing) vs. satisficing Having a hard time saying NO Come support the show at Buy Me A Coffee.  If you're like Doug & Dusti, we bet you'll have a hard time saying NO! Carl will be attending CampFI Southwest in Julian, CA on October 6-9, 2023.  For those interested in attending, use the coupon code JENSEN at checkout to save 10%.  https://campfi.org/eve...2023-08-291h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCredit Card Points, Doug’s Cognitive Meltdown, Saying NO! | MHFI 178Doug and Dusti chat about a potpourri of topics. Credit card points – which cards Doug & Dusti each have, hoarding points Reflections on Carl & Mindy’s experience on Ramit Sethi’s podcast Cognitive biases – loss aversion, sunk cost, maximization (optimizing) vs. satisficing Having a hard time saying NO Come support the show at Buy Me A Coffee.  If you’re like Doug & Dusti, we bet you’ll have a hard time saying NO! Carl will be attending CampFI Southwest in Julian, CA on October 6-9, 2023.  For those interested in attending, use the coupon code JENSEN at checkout to sa...2023-08-291h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMailbag in Leadville | MHFI 177Doug and Carl answer mailbag questions in this Taylor Swift-infused episode from Leadville, CO.  Carl also announces the new Mile High FI Facebook group. Does it ever get any easier to ride the market swings mentally? How would you reallocate your investments if there were no tax implications? What did Doug’s (and Carl’s) parents do right? Do you wish you had taken a gap year or had a little more fun when you were young? Experiences at CampFI? Thoughts on imposter syndrome? Do you love us as much as we love Taylor Swift? If so, head on over to Bu...2023-08-221h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMailbag in Leadville | MHFI 177Doug and Carl answer mailbag questions in this Taylor Swift-infused episode from Leadville, CO.  Carl also announces the new Mile High FI Facebook group. Does it ever get any easier to ride the market swings mentally? How would you reallocate your investments if there were no tax implications? What did Doug’s (and Carl’s) parents do right? Do you wish you had taken a gap year or had a little more fun when you were young? Experiences at CampFI? Thoughts on imposter syndrome? Do you love us as much as we love Taylor Swift? If so, head...2023-08-221h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMailbag in Leadville | MHFI 177Doug and Carl answer mailbag questions in this Taylor Swift-infused episode from Leadville, CO.  Carl also announces the new Mile High FI Facebook group. Does it ever get any easier to ride the market swings mentally? How would you reallocate your investments if there were no tax implications? What did Doug’s (and Carl’s) parents do right? Do you wish you had taken a gap year or had a little more fun when you were young? Experiences at CampFI? Thoughts on imposter syndrome? Do you love us as much as we love Taylor Swift? If so, head...2023-08-221h 05Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastDoug the Stoic | MHFI 170Carl was harassed by a YouTube troll. Now, he wants to know how to deal with insults. Doug is immune from criticism, so Carl asked him about his stoic ways. Carl tells the story of the troll Does Doug consider himself to be stoic? You don’t matter The traffic situation that makes Doug mad Do you love Mile High FI? I hope so because we love you. We really do. Show us your love by supporting us: Buy Me A Coffee. Links Jocko podcast: Are the insults about you true? Mr. Money Mustache on...2023-07-1158 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastDoug the Stoic | MHFI 170Carl was harassed by a YouTube troll. Now, he wants to know how to deal with insults. Doug is immune from criticism, so Carl asked him about his stoic ways. Carl tells the story of the troll Does Doug consider himself to be stoic? You don’t matter The traffic situation that makes Doug mad Do you love Mile High FI? I hope so because we love you. We really do. Show us your love by supporting us: Buy Me A Coffee. Links Jocko podcast: Are the insults about you true? Mr. Money Mustache on...2023-07-1158 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastDoug the Stoic | MHFI 170Carl was harassed by a YouTube troll. Now, he wants to know how to deal with insults. Doug is immune from criticism, so Carl asked him about his stoic ways. Carl tells the story of the troll Does Doug consider himself to be stoic? You don’t matter The traffic situation that makes Doug mad Do you love Mile High FI? I hope so because we love you. We really do. Show us your love by supporting us: Buy Me A Coffee. Links Jocko podcast: Are the insults about you true? Mr. Money Mustache on BiggerPockets Money Derek Sivers Doug’s si...2023-07-1158 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastUnraveling the 4% Rule: Is it Time to Retire? | MHFI 169Doug and Carl talk about Craig’s money situation. 4% Rule. Yet again. Craig is KILLING it. He REALLY needs to quit. Navigating the ACA. What to do with yourself in retirement. Do you want to support Mile High FI? Yes? Great, that’s what we were hoping to hear! Come on over to Buy Me A Coffee. Links Die With Zero Arik Peterson Health insurance: Carl and Mindy used this free service to find an ACA plan. It worked great! The service gets paid by the insurance company for the referral. Doug’s site Carl’s...2023-07-0449 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFinancial Mistakes We’ve Made | MHFI 165Doug and Carl talk to Kyle Landis-Marinello about the (mostly financial) mistakes each of them have made. Kyle recounts an interview gone bad and learning about personal finance/financial independence late in life Carl’s scarcity mindset, not spending enough, not taking much time off, and selling Apple stock to fund a real estate purchase Doug describes a house purchase and subsequent foreclosure Other mistakes: Miscalculating student loan repayments, stopping contributions to retirement accounts in down markets, analysis paralysis Do you love Mile High FI? Do you loathe Mile High FI?  Regardless of your feelings, set those asi...2023-06-1357 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFinancial Mistakes We’ve Made | MHFI 165Doug and Carl talk to Kyle Landis-Marinello about the (mostly financial) mistakes each of them have made. Kyle recounts an interview gone bad and learning about personal finance/financial independence late in life Carl’s scarcity mindset, not spending enough, not taking much time off, and selling Apple stock to fund a real estate purchase Doug describes a house purchase and subsequent foreclosure Other mistakes: Miscalculating student loan repayments, stopping contributions to retirement accounts in down markets, analysis paralysis Do you love Mile High FI? Do you loathe Mile High FI?  Regardless of your feelings, set those asi...2023-06-1357 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastFinancial Mistakes We've Made | MHFI 165Doug and Carl talk to Kyle Landis-Marinello about the (mostly financial) mistakes each of them have made. Kyle recounts an interview gone bad and learning about personal finance/financial independence late in life Carl’s scarcity mindset, not spending enough, not taking much time off, and selling Apple stock to fund a real estate purchase Doug describes a house purchase and subsequent foreclosure Other mistakes: Miscalculating student loan repayments, stopping contributions to retirement accounts in down markets, analysis paralysis Do you love Mile High FI? Do you loathe Mile High FI?  Regardless of your feelings, set those aside and support us...2023-06-1357 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetiree's Guide: Overcoming Frugality & Embracing Spending, Pt 3 | MHFI 163Doug and Carl talk about the shift from saving to spending in retirement. It’s not always easy to go from being a big saver to a big spender. Or even a little spender. Budgets in retirement The importance of experiences The Splurge Fund Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy us 500 Coffees! Do you really love us, buy us a helicopter and a couple of flight lessons! Links ChatGPT The Paradox of Choice NoCo Mustachian Meetup Carl’s very big purchase Die With Zero Doug...2023-05-301h 10Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetiree’s Guide: Overcoming Frugality & Embracing Spending, Pt 3 | MHFI 163Doug and Carl talk about the shift from saving to spending in retirement. It’s not always easy to go from being a big saver to a big spender. Or even a little spender. Budgets in retirement The importance of experiences The Splurge Fund Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy us 500 Coffees! Do you really love us, buy us a helicopter and a couple of flight lessons! Links ChatGPT The Paradox of Choice NoCo Mustachian Meetup Carl’s very...2023-05-301h 10Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetiree’s Guide: Overcoming Frugality & Embracing Spending, Pt 3 | MHFI 163Doug and Carl talk about the shift from saving to spending in retirement. It’s not always easy to go from being a big saver to a big spender. Or even a little spender. Budgets in retirement The importance of experiences The Splurge Fund Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy us 500 Coffees! Do you really love us, buy us a helicopter and a couple of flight lessons! Links ChatGPT The Paradox of Choice NoCo Mustachian Meetup Carl’s very...2023-05-301h 10Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetiree's Guide: Overcoming Frugality & Embracing Spending, Pt 1 | MHFI 161Doug and Carl talk about the shift from saving to spending in retirement. It’s not always easy to go from being a big save to a big spender. Or even a little spender. To DIY or not to DIY; Carl’s landscaping adventures Why it’s difficult to shift from saving to spending Happiness shouldn’t wait for retirement Why are we afraid of running out of money? The 4% Rule. Again. Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy Us 500 Coffees! Do you really love us, buy...2023-05-161h 06Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetiree’s Guide: Overcoming Frugality & Embracing Spending, Pt 1 | MHFI 161Doug and Carl talk about the shift from saving to spending in retirement. It’s not always easy to go from being a big save to a big spender. Or even a little spender. To DIY or not to DIY; Carl’s landscaping adventures Why it’s difficult to shift from saving to spending Happiness shouldn’t wait for retirement Why are we afraid of running out of money? The 4% Rule. Again. Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy Us 500 Coffees! Do you real...2023-05-161h 06Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastRetiree’s Guide: Overcoming Frugality & Embracing Spending, Pt 1 | MHFI 161Doug and Carl talk about the shift from saving to spending in retirement. It’s not always easy to go from being a big save to a big spender. Or even a little spender. To DIY or not to DIY; Carl’s landscaping adventures Why it’s difficult to shift from saving to spending Happiness shouldn’t wait for retirement Why are we afraid of running out of money? The 4% Rule. Again. Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy Us 500 Coffees! Do you real...2023-05-161h 06Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastLife Updates & Tech Adventures: Home Improvements, Travel Plans | MHFI 158Doug and Carl catch up. They chat about the following topics: Carl’s home improvement adventures Doug deletes a show Carl’s travel plans Doug gets into ChatGPT Being alone Links Support Mile High FI: Buy Me A Coffee Doug’s site - Check out the NEW Sleep Post. Carl’s blog: 1500 Days -- Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list! Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shorts & more **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as...2023-04-2541 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastLife Updates & Tech Adventures: Home Improvements, Travel Plans | MHFI 158Doug and Carl catch up. They chat about the following topics: Carl’s home improvement adventures Doug deletes a show Carl’s travel plans Doug gets into ChatGPT Being alone Links Support Mile High FI: Buy Me A Coffee Doug’s site – Check out the NEW Sleep Post. Carl’s blog: 1500 Days — Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list! Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shorts & more **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shou...2023-04-2541 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastLife Updates & Tech Adventures: Home Improvements, Travel Plans | MHFI 158Doug and Carl catch up. They chat about the following topics: Carl’s home improvement adventures Doug deletes a show Carl’s travel plans Doug gets into ChatGPT Being alone Links Support Mile High FI: Buy Me A Coffee Doug’s site – Check out the NEW Sleep Post. Carl’s blog: 1500 Days — Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list! Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shorts & more **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shou...2023-04-2541 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCoast FI, Slow FI, & Pioneering Your Path to Financial Freedom | MHFI 157Doug and Carl talk about different flavors of FI, traditional, Coast FI, Slow FI, and FartFIRE. New sponsor! Carl’s Quick Hardening Caulk Traditional FI Slow FI Coast FI FartFIRE Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy Us Two Coffees! Do you hate Mile High FI? Carl hates coffee so buy him 10! Links Support Mile High FI: Buy Me A Coffee FIoneers on Mile High FI Doug’s site - Check out the NEW Sleep Post. Carl’s blog: 1500 Days -- Join the Mile High F...2023-04-1855 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCoast FI, Slow FI, & Pioneering Your Path to Financial Freedom | MHFI 157Doug and Carl talk about different flavors of FI, traditional, Coast FI, Slow FI, and FartFIRE. New sponsor! Carl’s Quick Hardening Caulk Traditional FI Slow FI Coast FI FartFIRE Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy Us Two Coffees! Do you hate Mile High FI? Carl hates coffee so buy him 10! Links Support Mile High FI: Buy Me A Coffee FIoneers on Mile High FI Doug’s site – Check out the NEW Sleep Post. Carl’s blog: 1500 Days — ...2023-04-1855 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCoast FI, Slow FI, & Pioneering Your Path to Financial Freedom | MHFI 157Doug and Carl talk about different flavors of FI, traditional, Coast FI, Slow FI, and FartFIRE. New sponsor! Carl’s Quick Hardening Caulk Traditional FI Slow FI Coast FI FartFIRE Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy Us Two Coffees! Do you hate Mile High FI? Carl hates coffee so buy him 10! Links Support Mile High FI: Buy Me A Coffee FIoneers on Mile High FI Doug’s site – Check out the NEW Sleep Post. Carl’s blog: 1500 Days — ...2023-04-1855 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastWhat We Hate About The FIRE Movement | MHFI 155Doug and Carl talk about the bad parts of the FIRE movement. Cheap people Dogmatic approaches How the mainstream media writes about FIRE Lack of nuance (must we discuss the fv^%ing 4% Rule again?) It’s OK to work From the listeners Living off $40,000/year isn’t realistic Credit card hacking isn’t for everyone Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you really love Mile High FI? Buy Us Two Coffees! and we’ll quit! You win either way! Links Support Mile High FI: Buy...2023-04-041h 17Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastTelling non-FIRE People About FIRE With Justin Robbins | MHFI 153Doug and Carl talk to Longmontian Justin Robbins about how to broach the subject of FIRE with other humans (and if it’s even a good idea)! Background Childhood How Justin turned getting laid off into a great experience Discovering FIRE Telling non-FIRE people about FIRE Carl is a FIsplainer How Justin quit his job Why are American identities so tied up in work? Is FIRE a cult? And will it ever be mainstream? Justin’s biggest challenge in retirement Why Carl thinks FIRE is the best life hack ever Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy...2023-03-211h 10Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastTelling non-FIRE People About FIRE With Justin Robbins | MHFI 153Doug and Carl talk to Longmontian Justin Robbins about how to broach the subject of FIRE with other humans (and if it’s even a good idea)! Background Childhood How Justin turned getting laid off into a great experience Discovering FIRE Telling non-FIRE people about FIRE Carl is a FIsplainer How Justin quit his job Why are American identities so tied up in work? Is FIRE a cult? And will it ever be mainstream? Justin’s biggest challenge in retirement Why Carl thinks FIRE is the best life hack ever Do you love Mile...2023-03-211h 10Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastTelling non-FIRE People About FIRE With Justin Robbins | MHFI 153Doug and Carl talk to Longmontian Justin Robbins about how to broach the subject of FIRE with other humans (and if it’s even a good idea)! Background Childhood How Justin turned getting laid off into a great experience Discovering FIRE Telling non-FIRE people about FIRE Carl is a FIsplainer How Justin quit his job Why are American identities so tied up in work? Is FIRE a cult? And will it ever be mainstream? Justin’s biggest challenge in retirement Why Carl thinks FIRE is the best life hack ever Do you love Mile...2023-03-211h 10Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastPower of Memory Dividends: Carl’s $10,000 Purchase You Won’t Believe | MHFI 151Carl discusses his crazy $10,000 semi-spontaneous purchase. Buying a private concert with The Webb Brothers Memory dividends Mindy approves The Big Event Philosophical Musings What Doug thinks about all of this What would Doug spend $10,000 on? Stuff versus experiences Why your purchases may become irrelevant someday To budget or not to budget… Staying thoughtful about spending It’s cold in Colorado. The Mile High FI studio in Doug’s basement is even colder. Help keep the studio warm and get cool stuff: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi EconoMe: Doug and Carl are going to EconoM...2023-03-0744 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastPower of Memory Dividends: Carl's $10,000 Purchase You Won't Believe | MHFI 151Carl discusses his crazy $10,000 semi-spontaneous purchase. Buying a private concert with The Webb Brothers Memory dividends Mindy approves The Big Event Philosophical Musings What Doug thinks about all of this What would Doug spend $10,000 on? Stuff versus experiences Why your purchases may become irrelevant someday To budget or not to budget… Staying thoughtful about spending It’s cold in Colorado. The Mile High FI studio in Doug’s basement is even colder. Help keep the studio warm and get cool stuff: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi EconoMe: Doug and Carl are going to EconoMe again and are planning a meetup. Get yo...2023-03-0744 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastPower of Memory Dividends: Carl’s $10,000 Purchase You Won’t Believe | MHFI 151Carl discusses his crazy $10,000 semi-spontaneous purchase. Buying a private concert with The Webb Brothers Memory dividends Mindy approves The Big Event Philosophical Musings What Doug thinks about all of this What would Doug spend $10,000 on? Stuff versus experiences Why your purchases may become irrelevant someday To budget or not to budget… Staying thoughtful about spending It’s cold in Colorado. The Mile High FI studio in Doug’s basement is even colder. Help keep the studio warm and get cool stuff: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi EconoMe: Doug and Carl are going to EconoM...2023-03-0744 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMailbag | MHFI 150It’s another Mail Bag episode! Doug and Carl answer questions about Umbrella insurance policies Does the 4% Rule still apply in light of recent market declines? Is it OK to own a Tesla? (and why is the FI community so judgmental?) Coast FI Reader case study: I’m a late comer to the FI movement Send questions and comments for future Mail Bag episodes to doug@milehighfi.com or carl@milehighfi.com. If you’re reading this, you must love the show. If you love the show, support us. Hey, we’d do it for you! htt...2023-02-281h 06Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMailbag | MHFI 150It’s another Mail Bag episode! Doug and Carl answer questions about Umbrella insurance policies Does the 4% Rule still apply in light of recent market declines? Is it OK to own a Tesla? (and why is the FI community so judgmental?) Coast FI Reader case study: I’m a late comer to the FI movement Send questions and comments for future Mail Bag episodes to doug@milehighfi.com or carl@milehighfi.com. If you’re reading this, you must love the show. If you love the show, support us. Hey, we’d do it for you! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/milehigh...2023-02-281h 06Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMailbag | MHFI 150It’s another Mail Bag episode! Doug and Carl answer questions about Umbrella insurance policies Does the 4% Rule still apply in light of recent market declines? Is it OK to own a Tesla? (and why is the FI community so judgmental?) Coast FI Reader case study: I’m a late comer to the FI movement Send questions and comments for future Mail Bag episodes to doug@milehighfi.com or carl@milehighfi.com. If you’re reading this, you must love the show. If you love the show, support us. Hey, we’d do it for you! htt...2023-02-281h 06Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastThe Band is BACK Together! Random Show | MHFI 148After taking a break, Carl comes back to catch up with Doug. Here is what they talk about: Carl loses $2,000,000 (and is happy about it) Doug’s health issues Camp FI Southeast Carl’s 3-day fast No alcohol Meet Doug and Carl: EconoMe and NYC Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you hate Mile High FI? Send us a large sum of money and we’ll quit! You win either way! EconoMe: Doug and Carl are going to EconoMe again and are planning a meetup. Get your ticket here and enter MILEHI...2023-02-141h 03Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastThe Band is BACK Together! Random Show | MHFI 148After taking a break, Carl comes back to catch up with Doug. Here is what they talk about: Carl loses $2,000,000 (and is happy about it) Doug’s health issues Camp FI Southeast Carl’s 3-day fast No alcohol Meet Doug and Carl: EconoMe and NYC Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you hate Mile High FI? Send us a large sum of money and we’ll quit! You win either way! EconoMe: Doug and Carl are going to EconoMe again and are planning a meetup...2023-02-141h 03Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastThe Band is BACK Together! Random Show | MHFI 148After taking a break, Carl comes back to catch up with Doug. Here is what they talk about: Carl loses $2,000,000 (and is happy about it) Doug’s health issues Camp FI Southeast Carl’s 3-day fast No alcohol Meet Doug and Carl: EconoMe and NYC Do you love Mile High FI? Support us over at Buy Me A Coffee. Do you hate Mile High FI? Send us a large sum of money and we’ll quit! You win either way! EconoMe: Doug and Carl are going to EconoMe again and are planning a meetup...2023-02-141h 03Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCarl is Retiring, For Real & $300 Credit Card Reward | Grab Bag | MHFI 139Doug and Carl talk about crab bags, grab bags, and what's been going on in their lives: Doug scores $300 from Chase Carl's misadventures in rush-hour traffic Doug's pursuit of happiness Carl's house project Doug's fancy dinner Carl's upcoming retirement (for real this time) Links We recommend these books. Thomas DeLauer | Executive Body and Business Coach Rich living on less money - How to Money Support the show and get exclusive content. We use Buy Me a Coffee which is like Patreon. You can donate each month which helps a ton or make a one-time donation. - ...2022-12-2342 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCarl is Retiring, For Real & $300 Credit Card Reward | Grab Bag | MHFI 139Doug and Carl talk about crab bags, grab bags, and what’s been going on in their lives: Doug scores $300 from Chase Carl’s misadventures in rush-hour traffic Doug’s pursuit of happiness Carl’s house project Doug’s fancy dinner Carl’s upcoming retirement (for real this time) Links We recommend these books. Thomas DeLauer | Executive Body and Business Coach Rich living on less money – How to Money Support the show and get exclusive content. We use Buy Me a Coffee which is like Patreon. You can donate each month which helps a ton or make a one...2022-12-2342 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCarl is Retiring, For Real & $300 Credit Card Reward | Grab Bag | MHFI 139Doug and Carl talk about crab bags, grab bags, and what’s been going on in their lives: Doug scores $300 from Chase Carl’s misadventures in rush-hour traffic Doug’s pursuit of happiness Carl’s house project Doug’s fancy dinner Carl’s upcoming retirement (for real this time) Links We recommend these books. Thomas DeLauer | Executive Body and Business Coach Rich living on less money – How to Money Support the show and get exclusive content. We use Buy Me a Coffee which is like Patreon. You can donate each month which helps a ton or make a one...2022-12-2342 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCarl at Tesla for the Cyber Rodeo | MHFi 067Carl 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 ____ ____2022-04-1525 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCarl at Tesla for the Cyber Rodeo | MHFi 067Carl 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 ____ ____2022-04-1525 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastCarl at Tesla for the Cyber Rodeo | MHFi 067Carl 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 ____ ____ 2022-04-1525 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMr. Money Mustache, Alan Donegan, Carl Jensen LIVE Q&A Panel | MHFi023Hold onto your hats, friends! Things are off the chain this week – not only is this a surprise bonus episode, we are also coming at you 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 our last guest – 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 discu...2021-09-2251 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMr. Money Mustache, Alan Donegan, Carl Jensen LIVE Q&A Panel | MHFi023Hold onto your hats, friends! Things are off the chain this week – not only is this a surprise bonus episode, we are also coming at you 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 our last guest – 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 discu...2021-09-2251 minMile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastMr. Money Mustache, Alan Donegan, Carl Jensen LIVE Q&A Panel | MHFi023Hold onto your hats, friends! Things are off the chain this week – not only is this a surprise bonus episode, we are also coming at you 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 our last guest – 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 discu...2021-09-2251 minA History of EuropeA History of Europe41.2 Russo-Lithuanian Wars 1500-1503Russo-Lithuanian Wars 1500-1503. Ivan III the Great (pictured) continues the expansion of Muscovy by the capture of Lithuanian territories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-12-2917 min.NET Rocks!.NET Rocks!Show 1500 - the History of .NETShow 1500! What better to celebrate another aught-aught milestone of .NET Rocks than a look back. Richard has been working on writing a book on the History of .NET (maybe Christmas 2018?) but to celebrate a milestone show, he dives into the topic with Carl. .NET has had a lot of twists and turns through the years and .NET Rocks has been there the whole time - throughout the conversation, there are opportunities to point to specific shows that represent part of that history. Here's to another 1500 show and 15 years of .NET!2017-12-0700 min.NET Rocks!.NET Rocks!Show 1500 - the History of .NETShow 1500! What better to celebrate another aught-aught milestone of .NET Rocks than a look back. Richard has been working on writing a book on the History of .NET (maybe Christmas 2018?) but to celebrate a milestone show, he dives into the topic with Carl. .NET has had a lot of twists and turns through the years and .NET Rocks has been there the whole time - throughout the conversation, there are opportunities to point to specific shows that represent part of that history. Here's to another 1500 show and 15 years of .NET!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ne...2017-12-071h 19