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ChooseFI

ChooseFI
Financial Independence
Social Security
Retirement Accounts
Financial Wholeness
Fire Movement
Personal Growth
Taxation Strategies
Personal Finance
Investing
Coast FI
Lifestyle Design
Early Retirement
Inherited Retirement Accounts
Roth IRA
Investment Strategies
Budgeting
Savings
Lean FI
Barista FI
Health and Longevity

How would your life change if you reached Financial Independence and got to the point where working is optional? What actions can you take today to make that not just possible but probable. Jonathan & Brad explore the tactics that the FI community uses to reclaim decades of their lives. They discuss reducing expenses, crushing debt, tax optimization, building passive income streams through online ... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Hill
Financial independence advocate and host of the podcast Marriage, Kids and Money.
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Episode: We're Becoming Millionaires… Now How Do We Talk About It?
Dr. Bobby Dubois
Harvard graduate and physician scientist focused on patient health
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Episode: Health and Fitness Update Plus 'Are Organic Foods Worth It?' with Dr. Bobby Dubois | Ep 577
Rishi Vamdatt
15-year-old personal finance enthusiast and creator of Easy Peasy Finance
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Episode: Raising FI‑Minded Kids: What Really Works | 15-Year-Old Rishi Vamdatt | Ep 576
Jasper Lee
PhD in clinical psychology and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, staff psychologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, and NIH-funded researcher.
Harvard Medical School
Episode: Cognitive Behavioral Tools for FI With Jasper Lee, PhD | Ep 573
Emily W
Active member in the FI community and admin of the Richmond Group
Episode: Bias Towards Action: The Adventure List(s) | Ep 572
Emily C
New member of the FI community and friend of Emily W
Episode: Bias Towards Action: The Adventure List(s) | Ep 572
Paula Pant
Host of the Afford Anything Podcast and financial educator
Afford Anything
Episode: The FiiRE Framework With Paula Pant | Ep 568
Chris Hutchins
Host of the podcast, All The Hacks.
All The Hacks
Episode: Are We Taking the Wrong Risks? With Chris Hutchins | Ep 567
Aubrey Williams
Financial advisor and long-time member of the ChooseFI community.
Open Path Financial
Episode: Risk Based Guardrails for Drawdown | Ep 566

Hosts

Jonathan Mendonsa
Co-founder and host, Jonathan is dedicated to exploring and sharing insights on financial independence and practical strategies to achieve it.
Brad Barrett
Co-founder and host, Brad brings a wealth of experience on personal finance strategies and fostering community engagement in financial independence.
Ginger
Co-host and contributor, Ginger adds valuable perspectives on financial independence and enhances the community dialogue with her insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.8k ratings
  • Financial Expenses - Meal Expenses - Cook More At Home

    Some people it is hard to audit their expenses and finding out where the money because it is tedious. In terms of auditing the meal expenses is hard for other people because they don’t cook.

    What my husband and I doing is we discuss what our menu for the week and we create our list before going to the store and we tried to stick to our list. We also don’t go to store until we don’t see any foods in the ref.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marife K
    United Statesa month ago
  • This podcast changed my life for the better.

    I was one of the first 5,000 listeners in 2017. This podcast changed everything about what my spouse and I did for retirement savings. Nine years and hundreds of episodes later we’ve grown in ways I couldn’t have imagined.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hockey mom_32
    United States2 months ago
  • From good to unbearable

    I enjoyed this podcast before Jonathan came back. Ugh he is so bro-ey. I can’t listen because I hate the tone so much. Please, can Jonathan go back to back office informatics and can Ginger do more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    leftycakes
    United States2 months ago
  • Added to my queue!

    I found ChooseFI when they featured Maggie from Inside Out Money as a guest. Even though I’ve listened to Maggie for years, I felt like Ginger pulled new insights out—she’s a talented interviewer! I’m working my way through the backlog now. I appreciate Brad’s thoughtfulness and commitment to the community. 💜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just another pod review
    United States2 months ago
  • Used to really love this podcast

    I used to love listening but finding myself listening to the first few minutes and ending the episode. Sounds more judgmental and elitist lately. I like Suze Orman and her women focus and cringe every time you pooh pooh her for her save more message. Perhaps adding a Choose FI stinks segment like Clark Howard does for some constructive feedback.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ambenet9911
    United States3 months ago

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Some listeners express concern about the tone and approach of the hosts, suggesting improvements could be made in areas of inclusivity and relatability.
Feedback indicates a desire for more diverse guest perspectives and collaborative discussions.
The dynamic between the hosts resonates well, creating an engaging and informative listening experience.
Listeners appreciate the practical advice and actionable tips for achieving financial independence.

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#52
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#81
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#139
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Building An Extraordinary Life Through FI | Ep 590
Q: What traits do extraordinary people share?
They believe they can do it, they take action, and they continuously experiment rather than just consuming information; they engage with others, ask questions, and focus on being useful rather than showcasing expertise.
We're Becoming Millionaires… Now How Do We Talk About It?
Q: What has happened in the last eight years?
Andy describes navigating through financial independence challenges, including learning to compromise on financial goals and the significance of budget parties.
State of the Stock Market 2025 Q&A with Brian Feroldi | Ep 570
Q: Do you cover the importance of dollar-cost averaging?
Yes, this is essential for investors who want to avoid timing the market and just want solid long-term growth.
State of the Stock Market 2025 Q&A with Brian Feroldi | Ep 570
Q: How do you manage tax implications when selling stocks?
I generally do not let taxes dictate my actions, but I do consider the ramifications of selling when rates are high.
State of the Stock Market 2025 Q&A with Brian Feroldi | Ep 570
Q: Is it a good time to invest new money in the stock market?
No, based on historical high valuations, it may not be a great time to put new money to work.

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Focused on achieving financial independence (FI), this podcast offers actionable insights on expense reduction, debt elimination, and creating passive income through various avenues such as online businesses and real estate. Covering a broad spectrum of related topics, hosts engage in discussions highlighting tax optimization strategies and ways to travel affordably. Each episode aims to equip listeners with practical tools and tips to enhance their financial journey, making complex personal finance topics accessible to a wide audience. A community-driven approach fosters shared experiences and collective motivation, providing a relatable environment for both novices and seasoned financial independence seekers.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with ChooseFI:

1. Mile High FI Podcast
2. BiggerPockets Money Podcast
3. Afford Anything | Make Smart Money Choices
4. Catching Up to FI
5. Earn & Invest

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ChooseFI launched 9 years ago and published 754 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on ChooseFI include:

1. Andy Hill
2. Dr. Bobby Dubois
3. Rishi Vamdatt
4. Jasper Lee
5. Emily W
6. Emily C
7. Paula Pant
8. Chris Hutchins

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