The Financial Independence Show

The Shred Method (How to Maximize Your HELOC) | Adam Carroll

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features author, speaker, and mentor Adam Carroll. Adam shares with us his favorite finance technique that he calls "The Shred Meth...

Resiliency, Networking, and Creating Your Own Path – July 2021 Roundup

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this roundup episode, the FI Show Guys talk about resiliency, creating your own unique path, and the power of networking. Our last three guests ...

Building a Multi Six-Figure Marketing Agency from Scratch | Ryan Helms

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Ryan Helms from Legacy Podcasting. Ryan actually liked his position earning 6-figures in the supply chain industry, but he...

Being Unstoppable, Forming Connections, and Competitive Edge | Jennifer Magley

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features former professional Tennis player and NCAA Div 1 head coach Jennifer Magley. Jennifer started her life as a professional a...

Going Virtual, Sourcing Clients & Crushing Social Media | Allegra Paris

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Allegra Paris from AllegraParis.com and the AP Fit program. If you look today, Allegra has created a successful and reward...

Money = Flexibility & Options

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this roundup episode, the FI Show Guys talk about how FI has given them flexibility and freedom. Reflecting on the 4% rule, cashflow FI, and the...

Slow FI and Building a 10/10 Lifestyle | Jessica from The Fioneers

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Jessica from The Fioneers. Jessica wasn't always financially savvy and started her career making just $11k per year. Th...

How the 4% Rule is Changing | Bill Bengen

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Bill Bengen, creator of the 4% rule. The 4% rule is arguably the most famous and influential research of the financial ind...

Fi-lexibility and The EconoMe Conference | Diania Merriam

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features the founder of EconoMe, Diania Merriam. Diania wasn't always into money. She had her time in New York where she went thro...

Real Estate Roundup | Our Experiences with Real Estate Investing

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features your hosts Justin and Cody discussing Real Estate. They both had no idea how real estate was an investment because their p...

Beating Broke, Leveling Up, and Real Estate | Alex Felice

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Alex Felice from Broke is a Choice. Yes, Alex chose that name to be a little controversial. He likes to stir things up a l...

Investing in Self Storage and Green Homes | Scott Krone

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Scott Krone. Scott is the managing partner and founder of Coda Management Group. During college, Scott and his fellow arch...

Getting 1% Better and Creating Opportunity | Scott Trench, CEO of BiggerPockets

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Scott Trench. Author of Set for Life and CEO of Bigger Pockets. After college, Scott finds himself in a finance job he doe...

Does House Hacking Make Sense for You? (yes) | Andrew Kerr

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Andrew Kerr from the House Hacking Podcast. Andrew has been in the real estate field for almost 20 years and has experienc...

Transparency, Balance, and Telling Your Story

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features your hosts Justin and Cody discussing authenticity and work-life balance. Both Cody and Justin are very open about their f...

Lean FIRE, Geoarbitrage, and Flexibility | Eric Richard

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Eric Richard from Nomad on FIRE. Eric worked his way into a lucrative corporate job in supply chain management, but with t...

Finding Your Work-Life Balance | J.Money

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features one of the original personal finance bloggers, J.Money! Whether it was Budgets are Sexy, Rockstar Finance, or now All Star...

From Homeless at 19 to Finding Success through Passion | Anthony ONeal

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Anthony ONeal from "The Table" podcast and author of Debt Free Degree. Anthony has an incredible story of loss and triumph...

Should You Follow Your Passion?

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features your hosts Justin and Cody discussing the art of following your passion. Justin still works a more typical corporate job w...

From Corporate America to a Food Truck CEO | Brent Gargasz

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Brent from Farm Fired Pizza aka the "Food Truck CEO". Brent runs an amazing food trailer with a wood fire pizza oven creating...

Building an 8-Figure VA Business in the Philippines | John Jonas

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features John Jonas from OnlineJobs.ph which is an impressive online marketplace that matches online workers from the Philippines with...

Early Lessons in Personal Finance

10 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features the hosts (Justin & Cody) who share their early lessons in personal finance. How did two guys from completely different ba...

How to Adult Your Personal Finances | Jake Cousineau

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Jake Cousineau soon to be Author of  How to Adult: Personal Finance for the Real World. You might even recognize Jake fro...

Setting Teens Up for Financial Independence | Dan Sheeks

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Dan Sheeks from Sheeks Freaks who has created a place for teens that are "obsessed" with making smart financial decisions. ...

Mindset and Financial Independence

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is another one led by your awesome Co-hosts (Justin & Cody). The topic today is all about the mental part of our journeys to financ...

Shaping Failure and Tough Conversations | David Wood

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features David Wood from Focus.ceo who has become one of the biggest life coaches and has helped 150k+ people. David spent over 20 ...

Using Music Therapy to Reach New Heights | Marlys Woods

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Marlys Woods who created her own business, Get in Tune Music Therapy, where she uses music as a tool to help her clients reac...

Geoarbitrage Case Studies | Diving into the Numbers with Cody & Justin

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode rounds out our series on utilizing your location as a tool to financial independence and is led by just thew of us hosts. You may h...

Selling Everything and Moving to Panama | Jim White

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Jim White from Route to Retire. We're continuing our series on geoarbitrage which is the act of purposefully moving to a l...

Living in Taiwan and Slow Traveling The World | Mr. Nomad Numbers

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Mr. Nomad Numbers from Nomad Numbers. This begins our series on Geo-arbitrage which is the act of purposefully moving to a...

Healthcare 2020 Roundup | Listener Q&A and Personal Experience

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features your two podcast hosts, Justin & Cody. The cover guest questions on topics like medical bill negotiations, pricing, plan t...

Shopping for Healthcare (The Right Way) | Scott Heiser

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features the healthcare expert Scott Heiser who authored Healthcare is Making Me Sick. Scott is leading the charge on making health...

Healthcare in the FI Community | Lynn Frair & Jackie Cummings Koski

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features the healthcare option experts Lynn Frair and Jackie Cummings Koski. Lynn is crowdsourcing all the best health care options...

100 Life Updates and The FI Show Evolution

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features your very own hosts Justin from Saving-Sherpa and Cody from Fly to FI. We just wanted to celebrate our 100th episode! B...

From the Ghetto to a Growth Mindset | Jerry Brown

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Jerry Brown from Peerless Money Mentor. Jerry grew up in a self-described ghetto with no real view of a way out. We cov...

Learning How to Stack Benjamins | Joe Saul-Sehy

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins. Before creating a massively popular podcast, Joe made a lot of money mistakes. T...

Fueling Your Body for Maximum Performance | Erica Ballard

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Erica Ballard from Erica Ballard Health. At first, Erica struggled with her self image and finding out what "healthy" real...

Leaving Corporate America and Managing Your Own Business | Terrie Chantel

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Terrie Chantel from TerrieChantel.com. Terrie is a successful speaker and business coach. She teaches teach business ow...

Slow Travel, Geoarbitrage and Creative Frugality | Bob Lai

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Bob Lai from Tawcan. Bob and his wife are both dual citizens living in Vancouver, Canada. He has a big passion for geo-...

Know Your Pension | Grumpus Maximus

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Grumpus Maximus, author of  The Golden Albatross and creator of the Grumpus Maximus website. Grumpus was three years away...

Understanding Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion | Steve Yacovelli

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Dr. Steve Yacovelli, author of  Pride Leadership and creator of TopDog Learning Group. Steve brings an incredible amount ...

Putting The FI in Fitness | James Lowery

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features James Lowery from Rethink The Rat Race James is a repeat offender back from episode 36. In that episode, he dug into hi...

Planting Your Financial Garden | John Soforic

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features John Soforic, author of The Wealthy Gardener. John gives his passionate story of how he went from $200k in debt to over $2...

Dividend Value Investing and the 12 Rules | Kanwal Sarai

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Kanwal Sarai from Simply Investing. Kanwal shares with us his unique investing style. This style is a combination of va...

3D Printing as a Side Hustle | Nikko Mendoza

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Nikko from Nikko Industries. What a cool and unique guest who is on his way to making $250k this year off his 3-D print bu...

Mastering Passive Income with Real Estate | Dustin Heiner

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Dustin Heiner from Master Passive Income Dustin vividly remembers a march to the boss with kids waiting at home, knowing h...

Building a Loyal Audience and Moving Online | Genecia Alluora from Soul Rich Woman

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Genecia who is the creator of Soul Rich Woman. Genecia's main goal is to empower women business owners to go from offline ...

How to Make Money with an Amazon Affiliate Site | Doug Cunnington

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Doug from Niche Site Project. Doug brings in hundreds of thousands from his affiliate websites. These sites are those w...

Understanding Systemic Oppression and Solving the Marketing Problem | Julien and Kiersten Saunders from rich & Regular

02 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Julien and Kiersten from Rich & Regular. The name is a play on Rich & Famous where they talk about how they never want to ...

Regenerative Agriculture Meets Personal Finance | Eddy Garcia & Sam Schiebold

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features the most resourceful guests ever, Eddy Garcia & Sam Schiebold from Living Earth Systems. Eddy and Sam bring a wealth of in...

Money Coaching as a Business | Whitney Hansen

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features a real Money Nerd, Whitney Hansen. Whitney paid off $30k of debt in 10 months. She also bought a house at 19 and got her M...

Playing with FIRE | Scott Rieckens

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features the star of the Playing With Fire documentary, Scott Rieckens. Scott found himself saving 8% an heading towards a lifestyl...

NFL Star Turned Personal Finance Educator | Jed Collins

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features the former #1 NFL Fullback and author of Your Money Vehicle, Jed Collins. Jed had realized his dream of reaching the NFL b...

How to Make Money in the Rideshare Economy | Harry Campbell from The Rideshare Guy

28 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Harry from The Rideshare Guy Harry started down a very traditional path -- an engineer in a cubicle. Then in 2014, he s...

Creating the Next Generation of Financially Literate Citizens | Rob Phelan

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Rob from The Simple Startup. Rob had an interesting childhood were he got most of his early education in Ireland. This ...

How to Adopt a Frugality Mindset | Gina from The Frugal Convert

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Gina from The Frugal Convert. Gina has a powerful story of being alone and broke at age 19 with a child to take care of. ...

From FatFIRE to LeanFIRE in a Month | Robert from Stop Ironing Shirts

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Robert from Stop Ironing Shirts. Robert worked his way up the sales career path. Then in 2019, he retired with over 28x...

Cutting Expenses After Beating the Income Game | Dustin Mathews from WealthFit

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Dustin Mathews from WealthFit. Dustin worked for and built several businesses. Some of these businesses had huge income...

Realizing the Positives During Negative Times

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from your hosts only. Hopefully, you find some comfort in today's episode during this uncertain time. This episode ...

Starting a Six-Figure Food Tour Company | Christine Hughey

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Christine Hughey who owns A Little Local Flavor food tour business. Christine navigated several cities and years to land h...

When Can I Retire? | Tyson Koska from OnTrajectory

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Tyson Koska from OnTrajectory. Tyson joined the Army when he didn't have enough money to go to the college he wanted. L...

Learning How to Bounce Back From Your Failures | Josh Overmyer

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Josh Overmyer from JoshOvermyer.com Josh lost his job and a major chunk of his home value in 2009. That would force him...

Setting Your Financial Goals for 2020

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from just your Hosts! That's right, no guests today, but plenty of voices will be heard. This episode is covering t...

Debt Paydown, Tracking Expenses, & Financial Independence | Rebecca from My Fat Purse

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Rebecca from My Fat Purse. She breaks down how she and her husband paid down his $180k student loan debt in just 2 years. ...

Job Hopping for Raises and Retiring at 30 | A Purple Life

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is an awesome chat with Purple from A Purple Life. Purple has an awesome story and she hits a giant milestone of retirement at age ...

Managing Goals and Avoiding Mediocrity | Jillian Johnsrud from Everyday Courage

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is an awesome chat with Jillian from the Everyday Courage Podcast. As a young adult, Jillian had huge goals in life to adopt childr...

Long Distance Real Estate Investing | Emil Shour from Roofstock

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is an awesome chat with Emil from Roofstock. Emil covers why he wanted to get into real estate and what held him back. He knew h...

Discovering the FI Community | Camp FI Southeast 2020

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode was recorded live at Camp FI down near Gainesville, Florida. Camp FI is a retreat of 40-60 people at locations across the country f...

Retiring Early in Canada | Court from Modern Fimily

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from Court who writes over at Modern FImily. Court and her wife are (mostly) retiring early in Canada at 32, but wi...

What Did You Accomplish in 2019?

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from just your Hosts! That's right, no guests today, but plenty of voices will be heard. This episode is covering s...

10 Money Tips for 2019

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from just your Hosts! That's right no guests to save the day. As a reminder, Justin chronicles his life at Saving-S...

Finding Your Perfect Work-Life Balance | Lauren & Steven from Trip of a Lifestyle

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from Lauren and Steven who write over at Trip of a Lifestyle. This awesome couple took a six-month honeymoon to Haw...

Working Smarter and Scaling Your Income | Gina Horkey from Horkey Handbook

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from Gina who you can learn more about at Horkey Handbook. Gina grew up poor but graduated college at 19 and began ...

Financial Independence Optional Retirement | Lisa from Mad Money Monster

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from Lisa who writes over at Mad Money Monster. She started off life poor, had a bad first relationship, then disco...

Listening is a Superpower | MK Williams

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from MK Williams who authors Financial Independence Fiction. She started out chasing a career for money but found h...

Frugality Without Deprivation | Jen Smith from Modern Frugality

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from Jen who co-hosts the Frugal Friends podcast and writes at Modern Frugality. Jen really didn't want to become f...

Overcoming Wealth Guilt (+ Blogging for Profit Course Review) | Mrs. Miller from Millers on FIRE

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from Mrs. Miller who writes over at Millers On Fire. Mrs. Miller grew up in the Bronx surrounded by low incomes and...

How to Find the Right Side Hustle | Nick Loper from Side Hustle Nation

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear from the side hustle king Nick Loper from Side Hustle Nation. Nick got an eye-opening opportunity in college and kn...

Addiction, Recovery, and Giving Back | Deanna Broaddus from Recovering Women Wealth

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear the powerful story from Deanna who writes at Recovering Women Wealth. Deanna would bounce around the world while sp...

The Financial Freedom Summit | Grant Sabatier & PT Money

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear about the Financial Freedom Summit! To help us cover the summit we bring on Grant Sabatier from Millennial Money an...

How to Handle Student Loans | Nate & Mike from LendEDU

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear how Nate created a site to help people navigate student debt called LendEDU. You'll hear how this website was born ...

Blackjack Your Way to Financial Independence | Colin Jones from Blackjack Apprenticeship

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you'll hear how to get to financial independence via Blackjack (wait, what?). Yep, that's right. Cody and Justin are joined by ...

From Family Bankruptcy to Multiple Income Streams | Ben Le Fort

01 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Ben Le Fort. Ben is Canadian and has an awesome back story. His parents were financially unsta...

Entrepreneurship Unveiled | Taylor Offer from FEAT Socks

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Taylor Offer from FEAT Socks. This 26-year-old has been making millions since he was 22 from sell...

1500 Days to Freedom LIVE at FinCon | Carl & Mindy Jensen

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Carl and Mindy Jensen from 1500 Days. This power couple is a staple in the financial independence...

Earning Over $350K on Fiverr (per year) | Alex Fasulo

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Alex Fasulo who is the queen of Fiverr. This 26 year old makes insane money as a copywriter all o...

The Low Income Path to FI | Chad Methner

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Chad Methner from Little Brother Life Coach. Chad really wants to encourage people how to reach F...

Traveling the World Indefinitely | Kristy & Bryce from Millennial Revolution

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by the incredible duo of Kristy and Bryce from Millennial Revolution. Their story is so inspiring. T...

Financial Independence in the Military | Military Dollar

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by the magnificent Military Dollar. Justin really had a blast getting to vent the military money mis...

Engineering Your Early Retirement | Kim from The Frugal Engineers

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Kim from The Frugal Engineers. Kim started nowhere near engineering and with no financial goals. ...

Spending Money Where it Matters | Chris Mamula

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Chris Mamula who is about to release his new Choose FI book. Chris has a great and relatable stor...

Achieving Early Retirement through Airbnb | Zeona McIntyre

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Zeona McIntyre who is an absolute boss with Air BnB rentals. Her story starts by getting a degree...

Managing Monthly Expenses with Cody & Justin

23 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin take you on a behind the scenes tour of their monthly budgets. For some context, Cody is 23 and moving to Bosto...

Becoming a Financial Grownup | Bobbi Rebell

16 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Bobbi Rebell from the Financial Grownup Podcast and author of How to Be a Financial Grownup. She ...

The Dreamer’s Path to FI | Diego Corzo

09 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Diego Corzo from House Hacking Club. His story is incredible and highlights why so many view Amer...

The Best Flippin’ Path to FI | Rob & Melissa from Flea Market Flipper

02 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by  Rob and Melissa from Flea Market Flipper. You can just hear the passion jumping out of their vo...

Is Side Hustling Right for You? (+Sneak Peek into Side Hustle Courses)

25 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cody and Justin are joined by a third co-host! J from FIRE Drill Podcast / Millennial Boss. The three discuss their experienc...

From Zero to FI in Less Than 2 Years | James and Emily from Rethink the Rat Race

18 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by  James and Emily from Rethink the Rat Race who have one of the quickest journeys to financial indep...

Everything You Need to Know About Insurance | Sa El from Simply Insurance

11 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by the insurance guru from Simply Insurance, Sa El. Sa El got started after a tragedy in the family ...

$500 Million in Student Loans | Travis Hornsby from Student Loan Planner

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cody and Justin are joined by Justin's old FinCon roomie, Travis from Student Loan Planner. Travis tried his hand with Ph.D. ed...