Épisodes

  • Is This Goodbye?
    Sep 21 2025
    Are we really ready to walk away from Two Sides of FI? In this candid conversation, Jason and Eric reflect on more than four years of recording together, what the project has meant, and whether it still fits into their lives. They talk openly about the rewards of community and connection, the challenges of generating new topics, and the weight of obligations in retirement. Is this the end, or just a pause? Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/goodbye Jason's blog post: https://www.thenextphaseisnow.com/p/goodbye
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    41 min
  • Early Retirement: How Things Have Changed for Us
    Sep 7 2025

    Retirement doesn’t follow a script - it rewrites itself in real time. In this episode, Jason and Eric unpack why the classic “phases” of retirement actually overlap and how that feels day to day. They dig into the challenges of switching from super-saver to intentional spender, using side income (like options trading or creative work) to fund experiences without derailing the plan, and how travel has changed for them. No matter where you are on the FIRE path, there's something here for you.

    Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/phases

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    41 min
  • From Divorce to Financial Freedom: FI at 45
    Aug 17 2025

    What happens when the plan was “we”… and now it’s just “me”? At 45, Kayla reached Financial Independence solo after divorce, living in the Bay Area without a tech salary. In this episode of Two Sides of FI, she shares how she rebuilt her finances, overcame her fear of investing, and designed a plan that works without a partner’s income or support. In this episode, Learn how a saving mentality and discovering the FIRE community in her 30s led her to the realization that early retirement was within her reach and how she achieved it.

    Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/kayla

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    48 min
  • Am I Doing Retirement Wrong?
    Jul 13 2025

    Most don't stop to think about how much they might be missing by working "just one more year." It's impossible to put a price tag on some of the experiences Eric + Jason have had since leaving full time work behind. In today's episode, they talk about things they'd never have done before retiring early, the freedom that FIRE afford, and much more. Don't miss the show notes below for details on their work history and their journeys to financial independence.

    Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/wrong

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    36 min
  • How Much Can You Really Spend in Retirement?
    Jun 29 2025

    In Part 5 of our SWR Toolbox series, we answer your questions about our CAPE-based withdrawal strategy, how it compares to a fixed safe withdrawal rate approach, and much more. See the link below for all of our toolbox videos including tutorials and a host of supportive content in the show notes.

    FREE SWR tool and show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/toolbox

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    45 min
  • Are We Hiding Something? Our Real FIRE Portfolio + Expenses
    Jun 15 2025

    Are FIRE content creators being honest about their numbers? YouTuber Duane isn't so sure. In this episode, Eric and Jason share detailed insights about their own FIRE numbers, portfolios, withdrawal rates, and what it actually means to be "retired." They also explain why context matters more than a single number, and get honest about how content creation fits into their financial picture. If you've ever wondered how real people make FIRE work, this one’s for you.

    Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/numbers

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    31 min
  • Our Biggest Fears About Early Retirement
    Jun 1 2025

    What’s the scariest part of retiring early? For many, it's not just about money—it's the unknowns that come after leaving work behind. In this candid conversation, Eric and Jason unpack the biggest fears they and others faced on the path to FIRE, from financial worries and healthcare to identity shifts and societal judgment. Whether you're planning your own early retirement or already there, this episode will help you feel less alone and more prepared.

    Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/fears

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    51 min
  • Life After FIRE: Your Toughest Questions, Answered
    May 18 2025

    After five years of early retirement and 100 episodes of Two Sides of FI, what have we learned? A lot—and we're sharing it all. To mark this milestone, Eric and Jason sit down for an honest, wide-ranging AMA based on questions from our community. We cover everything from money and mindset shifts to healthcare, travel, and even music choices. Whether you're already on your FIRE path or just curious what life really looks like on the other side, this conversation is for you.

    Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/episode100

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    1 h et 18 min