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Real talk about Financial Independence and life after corporate jobs. Doug Cunnington and Carl Jensen talk about FI, lifestyle, side hustles, health, and anything on their minds. Plus, they interview experts and non-experts interested in the FI lifestyle. It's raw, candid, pretty much like you get to sit in on a private conversation.

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Doug, Pete Adeney (Mr. Money Mustache), and Rox Duckels (FinanceRox) answer audience questions live at CampFI Rocky Mountain.  The trio tackles topics such as financial strategies for younger generations, attracting younger audiences to FIRE, the mos... more

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Mr. Money Mustache & I answer a listener question about how a family can best transition to Wife FI!  You can get your question on the show by recording a voice memo and emailing me.

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Doug reunites with Carl at CampFI to chat about cognitive biases in the FIRE community – psychological shortcuts and blind spots that influence financial decisions, spending habits, and mindsets.  The pair are joined by Kristen Knapp (FI Friends Trav... more

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Recent Guests

Pete Mustache
Mr. Money Mustache, personal finance blogger and FIRE advocate
Mr. Money Mustache blog / FIRE movement
Episode: Mr. Money Mustache: Preparing for WifeFI | MHFI 334.5
David Gillis
Founder/organizer behind The 1% Better Conference; TEDx Speaker Coach; money coach
Spark Financial Wellness / The 1% Better Conference
Episode: Pursuing Passion Projects In Early Retirement - David Gillis | MHFI 328
Fritz Gilbert
Founder of The Retirement Manifesto blog; author of Keys to a Successful Retirement
The Retirement Manifesto
Episode: Drawdown Strategies & Spending in Early Retirement - Fritz Gilbert | MHFI 315
Mark Trautman
FI enthusiast and co-host on the show
Mile High FI Podcast
Episode: Is the 4% Rule Bad Advice? - Mark Trautman | MHFI 314
Dusty Young
Guest mentioned as having recorded with the host on related topic, time bucketing
Episode: Best Part of Die with Zero + Support the Pod [bonus]
Mr. Money Mustache
Personal finance influencer known for early retirement philosophy
Mr. Money Mustache blog
Episode: Mr. Money Mustache Addresses Fears of Retiring Early | MHFI 310
Pete, Mr. Money Mustache
Prominent FIRE blogger and advocate, guest on the show
Mr. Money Mustache (MMM)
Episode: Mr. Money Mustache's Issues With The FIRE Movement | MHFI 309
Rebecca Herbst
Early retiree, nonprofit founder, and advocate for financial independence and philanthropy.
Episode: The Search for Community & Identity in Early Retirement - Rebecca Herbst | MHFI 301
Elliot Gross
Family man and financial independence enthusiast nearing retirement
Episode: 18 Months to Freedom. Early Retirement With a $1.5M Nest Egg - Elliot | MHFI 290

Host

Douglas Cunnington
Host with extensive involvement in FI discussions and community building

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 421 ratings
  • Great show

    Really enjoying listening from the UK. I’m at the boring middle bit of accumulation but it’s helping me think about what the future could look like. I’ve noticed most of the people who join you were higher earners so would be good to hear some stories of those on lower incomes though. Especially enjoyed quiet quitting and outsourcing and have shared with chosen people

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dudders107
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Not just for mile high!

    Amazing financial independence content for all, not just Denver :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kfax
    United States2 months ago
  • Much better than the average rating

    Writing this review because I’m shocked the average rating of this pod isn’t higher. Not sure why, as I love Doug’s style, topics, and guests. Content probably does skew more for people who are close to or at FI, but there are always nuggets for anyone interested in FIRE.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MostlyFI
    United States3 months ago
  • Just can’t listen to one more

    It is not everyone’s calling to do a podcast after retiring early. I had mile high hopes for this but it is just another self-admitted privileged white dude phoning it in. I fell for the topics and guests but the lack of thoughtful questions and blah “that’s interesting” responses and for an hour an episode?! WTF. This has to be the most uninspired FI podcast out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Azmamasan
    United States5 months ago
  • This episode was a little tough to listen to. The guest's voice was the issue.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Wichita_zeb
    7 months ago

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Some critics wish for deeper technical FIRE mechanics in episodes.
Listeners appreciate the candid, conversational vibe and practical FIRE insights.
Positive feedback highlights real-world applicability and actionable ideas.
Guests and hosts are commended for relatable stories and community focus.
Critiques often mention delivery and scripting; some criticize show for heavy humor or long banter.

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Mr. Money Mustache: Preparing for WifeFI | MHFI 334.5
Q: What is the best way to position finances to transition to one income given a high household income and a pending baby?
The guests discuss keeping most money invested while maintaining a modest cash cushion, using a combination of a small amount in cash for liquidity and continuing to rely on investments for growth, with consideration of a margin loan as a potential tool if appropriate.
Pursuing Passion Projects In Early Retirement - David Gillis | MHFI 328
Q: What changes are you making for the next conference to improve engagement?
I plan to add more interactivity by inserting panel discussions after multiple talks and implementing deeper Q&A so attendees can extract actionable takeaways, rather than leaving with only a good impression.
Pursuing Passion Projects In Early Retirement - David Gillis | MHFI 328
Q: Why start a conference, and how did you origin-story it?
I wanted to combine TEDx-like speaker experiences with the FI community to help people spread their messages; I drew on relationships with TEDx speakers, Camp FI organizers, and Women of Phi to craft an intimate, interactive event that could scale thoughtfully over time.
Pursuing Passion Projects In Early Retirement - David Gillis | MHFI 328
Q: What big lessons did you take from Ramsey's programs?
The primary takeaways were the relentless focus on getting out of debt and the baby-steps mindset to organize finances, set a clear end goal like financial independence, and identify the immediate next step to take.
Mr. Money Mustache: FIRE Planning & Investing | MHFI 323
Q: What guidance do you have on cash allocation and the role of dividends/interest in the cash reserve?
The answer emphasizes the idea that cash reserves should be sized to cover deficits, with dividends and reliable income reducing the need for large cash cushions. They argue that holding excessive cash is often suboptimal and that dynamic spending from invested assets, offset by modest cash, tends to outperform large cash holdings over time.

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What is Mile High FI Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show's conversations center on financial independence, post-employment life design, and practical lifestyle experimentation. Across episodes, listeners hear real-world journeys toward FI, including sabbatical planning, burnout, outsourcing, and minimalism, often paired with travel, RV living, and community-building. The hosts blend personal reflections with guest insights—from FIRE veterans and industry guests to couple-led experiments in co-living and mobility—creating a candid, debate-friendly space about how to live intentionally, balance money and meaning, and pursue flexible work arrangements. Notable elements include a strong emphasis on community (CampFI, FI groups), practical experiments (outsourcing time, RV life, early retirem... more

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