Podcast Episodes

Is Retirement Overrated? - Happy #2 | MHFI 268

Doug and Carl continue the happiness series with part 2 which is focused on the concept of finding purpose in life.  They discuss the benefits of preparing for retirement by building a rich life outs…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Happiness Beyond Wealth. FIRE ≠ Happiness - Happy #1 | MHFI 267

Doug and Carl kick-off a multi-part series focused on happiness.  They discuss various elements of happiness including definitions, why it’s important, genetic & activity-based components of happines…

Published on 4 months ago

Warren Buffett's Investing Checklist with Brian Feroldi | MHFI 266

Doug chats with Brian Feroldi about Warren Buffett’s famous investing principles.  Brian discusses key Buffett investment criteria including understanding businesses, long-term prospects of a busines…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Coast FI vs Fat FI With The Fioneers | MHFI 265

Doug chats with Jess and Corey from The Fioneers about their unique paths to Financial Independence, the Slow FI and Coast FI concepts, how their views on spending have evolved over the years, conten…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Reading is Radical & We are Nerds | MHFI 264.5

JT and Doug talk about reading and books…

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Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Savings, Laughter, and Life on the Journey to FI - David & Jill | MHFI 264

Doug chats with David & Jill at the EconoMe Conference about their pursuit of Financial Independence.   David shares his background growing up with a scarcity mindset, the accidental path to FI, his …

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Irrational Money Fears, Discussing Work, & Early Retirement Routines | MHFI 263

Doug chats with Producer Chris about a variety of topics including irrational money fears, why people commonly talk about their work in social settings, and what their day-to-day lives look like in e…

Published on 5 months ago

Withdrawal Strategies in Early Retirement [rebroadcast] | MHFI 262

Doug and Carl chat about some questions that listener Austin submitted regarding early retirement and withdrawal strategies.  They explore the nuances of early retirement, discussing happiness, daily…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early - Mark Trautman | MHFI 261

Doug and Mark Trautman discuss a listener question regarding whether it’s better to pay off a low-interest mortgage (2.5%) or invest the money instead.  They explore various strategies, including the…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Die With Zero (Non-Frugal) Spending - Mark Trautman | MHFI 260

Doug chats with Mark Trautman about non-frugal habits and some recent “fancy” spending that both of them have indulged in.  They delve into the concept of easing away from frugality, the ‘fun bucket’…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago