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Mile High FI Podcast

Doug Cunnington & Carl Jensen
Financial Independence
Personal Finance
Alcohol Consumption
Sleep Habits
Charlie Munger
Abundance Mindset
Scarcity Mindset
Early Retirement
Withdrawal Strategies
Mental Health
Poor Charlie's Almanac
Berkshire Hathaway
Economy Conference
Interviewing Techniques
Podcasting Challenges
Mindy On Money
DIY Projects
Happiness
JL Collins
Life Coaching

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 chats with Rusty about an intense neighborhood dispute involving prairie dog conservation, highlighting how ethical frameworks and philosophical approaches can guide community decisions.  Doug shares his experience working through this issue whi... more

Please support the show if you like it! I play a couple of highlights from Mad Fientist and Mr. Money Mustache after my pitch.

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Spotify is 28% of the audience, so that’s grown in 2025 and higher than I said in th... more

Doug chats with Justin David Carl (Fit Rich Life) about his journey from being deep in debt to achieving FI.  Justin shares his experience leaving a high-earning sales job and the burnout he faced, followed by how he started the Fit Rich Life podcas... more

Doug chats with Pete Adeney, Mr. Money Mustache, about how to ensure a good life by tracking daily habits while comparing Cal Newport’s “The Good Life Algorithm” to Pete’s own Badassity-tracking system.  They discuss the concept of shifting identitie... more

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Recent Guests

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
Monica Levi
Former lawyer, self-discipline coach, and world traveler
Episode: Early Retirement After Big Law: World Travel & Self Discipline - Monica | MHFI 289
Josh Epley
A man who retired at age 48 after overcoming significant debt.
Episode: From $240K in Debt to Early Retirement at Age 48 - Josh (Part 1) | MHFI 287
Brad Finley
Referred to as the Midwestern Gentleman, transitioning to early retirement.
Episode: On The Cusp Of Early Retirement: I Leave My W-2 In 4 Months | MHFI 286
Jillian Johnsrud
Financial independence advocate and author
RetireOften.com
Episode: Retire Often: Mastering the Art of Mini Retirements - Jillian Johnsrud | MHFI 284
Carl Jensen
Co-host of Mile High FI Podcast
Mile High FI Podcast
Episode: Retire Often: Mastering the Art of Mini Retirements - Jillian Johnsrud | MHFI 284
Karsten Jeske
Founder of the blog Early Retirement Now and an economist with a focus on financial independence.
Early Retirement Now
Episode: Issues With "Die With Zero" & Small-Cap Value - Karsten Jeske (Big ERN) | MHFI 280
Doug Cunnington's Dad
Talks about his longtime experience with timeshares.
Episode: Why are Timeshares Horrible? | MHFI 276
Lyn Mettler
Travel rewards expert and founder of Families Fly Free
Families Fly Free
Episode: Flying & Travel Tips for 2025 - Lyn Mettler | MHFI 254

Host

Doug Cunnington
Host of the show who discusses financial independence, lifestyle choices, and interviews various guests about their experiences and insights.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 373 ratings
  • Doug is like podcast asparagus

    Mile High FI is hands down one of my favorite podcasts. I’ve learned a lot, laughed a bunch, and even questioned my life choices somewhere between Carl’s one liners and Doug’s deep thoughts.

    I do miss the Carl and Doug banter back and forth, it was was like financial broccoli and cheese. But happy to say Doug’s still killing it solo! Doug making the transition to podcast by himself is kind of like trying asparagus for the first time: Not sure what to think about it, but surprisingly satisfyin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kbstanley1188
    United States2 months ago
  • Like hanging out with good friends

    I’ve gotten so much value out of this podcast. Seriously love the chemistry and antics of the show hosts and feel like I’m hanging out with 2 amazing and funny friends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fi Enthusiast
    United States4 months ago
  • A show about nothing

    It’s like Seinfeld about FI, but without the humor.

    Also they seem to advertise and sell memberships which appears to the whole point of the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Visen
    United States5 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Really enjoyable podcast focusing on FIRE and related topics….. I enjoy the conversation topics and guests! Gleaning lots of little tidbits, as well as some inspiration!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCLOVESDIRT
    Canada5 months ago
  • Do not listen!!

    I listened to one episode and these guys were literally giving false information. They said you can withdraw from an HSA for anything after “a certain age”, (incorrect), they didn’t differentiate how an IRA contribution vs conversion are treated (contributions are always available for withdrawal, conversions are not), they said you can start withdrawing from tax protected (they say “tax delayed”) accounts in the year you turn 59 (you must be 59.5 to avoid the penalty) and I could go on. These g... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    FIREed Surgeon
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some critics mention a lack of depth in financial strategies, preferring more detailed discussions over casual banter.
Listeners appreciate the humorous and candid conversations on financial independence and personal stories.
The dynamic between the hosts creates a friendly, engaging atmosphere, making them feel like friends having genuine discussions.
A number of reviewers emphasize the show's refreshing take on financial discussions, focusing on broader lifestyle themes rather than technical details.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#20
United States/Business/Careers
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#119
Canada/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#133
United Kingdom/Business/Careers
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#41
Italy/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#136
Germany/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#165
Australia/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Finding Identity & Purpose In Semi-Retirement- Justin David Carl | MHFI 297
Q: Were you mentally prepared to not have the job anymore and move on to being retired?
Justin had a strong intuition about the potential for layoffs, so he laid groundwork for a backup plan with his coaching and podcast business.
Finding Identity & Purpose In Semi-Retirement- Justin David Carl | MHFI 297
Q: Why are you not working these days?
Justin explains that he enjoyed a stable job that paid well but he was forced to adapt to a newfound identity after being laid off.
Mr. Money Mustache: Living a Good Life, Finding Identity & Purpose | MHFI 296
Q: Do you have any tips for people that are thinking of their identity?
It's fun to observe your feelings. I remember when I first quit from being an engineer; I would still say engineer because I felt uncomfortable saying I'm a carpenter. Now I define myself with my occupations, and I suggest others do the same by packaging interesting aspects of themselves to share.
The Why of FI: Finding Purpose After Retiring Early - Chris Luger | MHFI 295
Q: How did you approach the identity piece so that you were comfortable so that you can transition to the new retired life?
Luger talked about giving himself grace to build up to a new identity, treating his new pursuits as a job to stay engaged.
Corporate Life to Self-Employment | MHFI 293
Q: How did you go from that consulting to, okay, here are some other business ideas that I would like to try?
Doug transitioned from management consulting to affiliate marketing and content creation by exploring various business ideas after experiencing layoff angst and listening to entrepreneurial podcasts.

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Focus is on financial independence (FI) and the transition to life after conventional corporate jobs, discussing various aspects of personal finance and lifestyle choices. The conversation encompasses topics such as retirement planning, side hustles, health, and personal fulfillment, often featuring guest interviews that add diverse perspectives on the FI journey. Notable for its candid and conversational style, it attracts listeners interested in both the practicalities and personal stories behind achieving financial freedom and reimagining life post-retirement.

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Recent guests on Mile High FI Podcast include:

1. Elliot Gross
2. Monica Levi
3. Josh Epley
4. Brad Finley
5. Jillian Johnsrud
6. Carl Jensen
7. Karsten Jeske
8. Doug Cunnington's Dad

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