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FI Minded - Financial Independence Without the Extremes

Justin Peters - Financial Independence Podcast Host & Educator
Financial Independence
Personal Finance
Budgeting
Side Hustles
Investing
Burnout
Investment Strategies
Work-Life Balance
Frugality
Mini-Retirements
Relationships
Early Retirement
Retirement Planning
Conflict Resolution
Real Estate Investing
Coast FI
Burnout Recovery
Cash Flow Management
End-Of-Life Planning
Roth IRA

Pursuing financial freedom, a work-optional lifestyle, or early retirement often leads to the same questions: “one more year,” “do I have enough?” “what does life actually look like after this?” FI Minded helps you think like someone who’s already financially independent so you can make smarter decisions about how you work, spend, and live. From Coast FI and Slow FI to lifestyle design, career tra... more

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For years, the 4% rule has been one of the most important tools in the financial independence community. It gives us a simple way to answer one critical question: Can I afford to retire?

But once you actually reach FI, a different question becomes m... more

For decades, the formula for financial independence has been remarkably simple: earn more, spend less, invest the difference, and build a portfolio large enough to cover your expenses forever.

It's a strategy that's helped thousands of people retire... more

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For years, financial independence feels like the answer.

No more alarms. No more asking permission for vacation. No more meetings that could have been an email.

But what happens when you finally get everything you worked for?

Maggie Tucker retired... more

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The Slow FI movement has changed the way many of us think about financial independence. Instead of rushing to the finish line, more people are prioritizing balance, flexibility, and enjoying life along the way.

But what if you're in a season where y... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Herriot
Author of Time Freedom, entrepreneur
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Episode: The Missing Piece of the FIRE Formula | E205 Brian Herriot
Maggie Tucker
Guest from Inside Out Money, author and retiree
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Episode: Why Freedom Needs Structure in Early Retirement | E204 Maggie Tucker
Cody Berman
Author of Retire by 30; FI educator and entrepreneur
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Episode: Fast-Track Your Way to Financial Independence With This Plan | E203 Cody Berman
Hanna Horvath
Guest from Your Brain on Money, discussing psychology of money and anti-car stance
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Episode: How Many Years of Freedom Does Your Car Cost? | E202 Hanna Horvath
Chris Luger
Host of Heavy Metal Money Podcast
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Episode: How to Reach Financial Independence in 10 Years | E201 Chris Luger
Joe Saul-Sehy
Host of Stacking Benjamins; former financial planner turned media personality
Stacking Benjamins
Episode: What 200 Episodes Taught Me About Financial Independence | E200 Joe Saul-Sehy
Doug Cunnington
Host of Mile High FI podcast
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Episode: When Productivity Becomes the Problem | E199 Doug Cunnington
Fritz Gilbert
Author of Retirement Manifesto; presents 20 Steps to Take in Your Final Three Years of Work
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Episode: What to Do in Your Final Year Before Retirement | E198 Fritz Gilbert
Jesse Kramer
Financial advisor and host of Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors
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Episode: Retiring Before 50? Here’s What You Need to Know | E196 Jesse Cramer

Host

Justin Peters
Host of FI Minded; leads interviews with FI educators, authors, and practitioners

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 197 ratings
  • Great show

    Really enjoy this podcasts and listening to different perspectives. The host asks great questions and can definitely relate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bophia21
    United States2 years ago
  • I wish this show was around when I was in my 20s

    Justin is a fantastic host with a great interview style. Before the show he does a lot of research on the topic that will be discussed. This is evident by him expertly guiding the conversation and asking all the pertinent questions that his audience would find interesting and relevant.

    I wish a show like this existed when I was in my 20s.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maya Corbic, CPA
    Canada3 years ago
  • Justin is one of the most authentic podcast hosts there is - and he brings on very insightful guests to talk about topics that are all so relatable to young adults looking to step up their adulting game!

    Podchaser
    5
    jongoehringvo
    3 years ago
  • A Must Listen

    Justin takes a deep look into life’s struggles and shares how to overcome such issues. Highly recommend for everyone to take a listen. You’ll be surprised of what you’ll learn!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    About That Wallet
    United States3 years ago
  • Justin know’s his stuff…

    Informally Educative, Makes me feel like I’ve learnt something in an effortless way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Puneeth Shenoy
    India3 years ago

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interviews balance theory with practical step-by-step tactics
content is consistently actionable and relatable for young professionals
hosts asks thoughtful questions and guides discussions effectively
guests bring diverse, high-signal FI expertise and real-world experience
overall production quality and guest selection are top-tier

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The Missing Piece of the FIRE Formula | E205 Brian Herriot
Q: How does the time freedom formula differ from the standard financial freedom formula?
The time freedom formula adds a flexible work component to cover the gap between investment income and living expenses, enabling a plan that uses ongoing income from flexible work to achieve a desired lifestyle.
The Missing Piece of the FIRE Formula | E205 Brian Herriot
Q: What's the difference between meaningful freedom and FIRE?
Meaningful freedom emphasizes having control over your time and the way you work, even while continuing to earn income, rather than waiting to stop working entirely; it recognizes that flexibility and alignment with personal goals can yield greater satisfaction.
Fast-Track Your Way to Financial Independence With This Plan | E203 Cody Berman
Q: Can you break down the two paths to financial independence with the nest egg method and the cash flow method?
Cody explains the traditional nest egg approach (25x expenses invested to support withdrawal rates like 4%) and contrasts it with Cash Flow FI (generate passive or semi-passive monthly cash flow to cover expenses). He discusses combining both strategies—holding investments while building passive income streams like real estate and digital products—to accelerate FI and diversify risk.
Fast-Track Your Way to Financial Independence With This Plan | E203 Cody Berman
Q: If someone wanted to fast track FI, how would you think about choosing between a nine to five or an entrepreneurship? Are there like certain characteristics or personality traits that you think might suit someone better?
He frames it as a math and psychology problem: if your day job offers the fastest path to increasing income and narrowing the gap with expenses, stick with it; otherwise, pursue entrepreneurship or a side hustle if you enjoy building and managing systems. The key is willingness to commit, learn, and endure upfront while aiming for long-term, scalable payoff.
Fast-Track Your Way to Financial Independence With This Plan | E203 Cody Berman
Q: And if you're in one of those seasons right now, how do you actually fast-track financial independence, especially without burning out or hating your life?
Cody emphasizes balancing ambition with sustainability: pursue higher income but couple it with intentional, reduced lifestyle inflation and build scalable assets that pay over time. He highlights the importance of choosing a path (nest egg vs. cash flow) that fits your psychology and finances, using a sprint mentality rather than a lifelong grind, and leveraging systems to maintain enjoyment along the journey.

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What is FI Minded about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on building financial independence without burnout, emphasizing Coast FI, Slow FI, and flexible, work-optional living. Episodes explore practical paths to FI—nest-egg approaches, side hustles, real estate, and lifestyle design—along with how to navigate post-FI life, taxes, and health care. Interviews feature a wide range of FI educators, authors, and practitioners, offering actionable frameworks and real-world numbers to help listeners make smarter decisions about work, spending, and living well on the journey to financial freedom.

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1. Mile High FI Podcast
2. ChooseFI | Financial Independence Podcast
3. Catching Up to FI
4. Two Sides of FI
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FI Minded launched 7 years ago and published 207 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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1. Brian Herriot
2. Maggie Tucker
3. Cody Berman
4. Hanna Horvath
5. Chris Luger
6. Joe Saul-Sehy
7. Doug Cunnington
8. Fritz Gilbert

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