Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchMr. Money Mustache: Financial Strategies, Happiness, & Lifestyle Choices [bonus]
Mr. Money Mustache, Pete Adeney, and Doug discuss the nuances of early retirement, staying financially agile, and how small lifestyle adjustments can make a big impact. The conversation also explores…
Published on 1 month, 4 weeks ago
Why are Timeshares Horrible? | MHFI 276
Doug chats with both his dad and Chris Rusin about timeshares and each of their experiences with them. They explore the aggressive sales tactics often used, financial pitfalls, hidden fees, the dubi…
Published on 2 months ago
Credit Card Points, Doug’s Cognitive Meltdown, Saying NO! [rebroadcast] | MHFI 275
Doug and Dusti Young chat about a potpourri of topics on this random episode:
Credit card points – which cards Doug & Dusti each have, hoarding points Cognitive biases – loss aversion, sunk cost, ma…Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
JL Collins & Jillian Johnsrud on FU Money & Mini-Retirements | MHFI 274
Doug chats with JL Collins and Jillian Johnsrud about the concept of mini-retirements and how they fit into the journey of Financial Independence. JL shares experiences of taking multiple mini-retir…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Beyond the 4% Rule: Indiana Jones of FI (Update) - Chris Rusin | MHFI 273
Doug chats with Chris Rusin, “The Indiana Jones of FI”, about his journey after reaching FI, the transition from a corporate career to personal passion projects, and the challenges associated with le…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Mentally Prepare to Retire - Rusty | MHFI 272
Doug chats with Rusty about the mental and emotional aspects of committing to leaving traditional work, focusing on mindset and building an identity outside of professional life. They discuss the ch…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
Delivering Identity - BONUS | MHFI 271.5
Doug chats with Producer Chris about the identity crisis that often accompanies early retirement and the practicality of meal planning vs. food delivery services. They discuss how careers often shape…
Published on 3 months ago
What the Happiest Retirees Know - Joe Saul-Sehy | MHFI 271
Doug chats with Joe Saul-Sehy from The Stacking Benjamins Show about habits of the happiest retirees, emphasizing the importance of community engagement, purpose-driven retirement, and the perils of …
Published on 3 months ago
Buy Borrow Die for FI and Mailbag Questions - Rusty | MHFI 270
Doug chats with Rusty about the intricacies of the ‘Buy, Borrow, Die’ strategy. They discuss the mechanics of how the strategy works, benefits, potential risks, and answer related questions from lis…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Can Retiring Early Make You Less Happy? - Happy #3 | MHFI 269
Doug and Carl continue the happiness series with part 3 which is focused on cultivating a happiness mindset. They discuss various strategies to train the brain for maximum happiness, including the r…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago