

The Financial Independence Show
Cody Berman and Justin Taylor
Cody Berman and Justin Taylor believe in the concept of “Financial Independence For All”. The Financial Independence Show focuses on REAL stories of individuals on their journey to financial independence. Each episode aims to include actionable insights and takeaways for listeners to implement into their own financial situation. The podcast covers topics like building wealth, entrepreneurship, investing, money mindset, small business, frugality, geoarbitrage, side hustles, real estate, productivity, travel, and so much more. Sit back, tune in, and join a community of like-minded people who are changing their lives through financial independence.
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Apr 6, 2021 • 32min
From Homeless at 19 to Finding Success through Passion | Anthony ONeal
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.
He hit bottom as he lost everything and ending up homeless at age 19 while trying to figure out how to get through college. Anthony turned his life around and would go on to not only graduate but dedicate much of his life to educating other young people in hopes that they could avoid his missteps.
Now, Anthony is a successful author and online personality who has helped thousands of people navigate college without taking on crippling debt.
Have time for an amazing story? Well, then it is time to sit back, take a listen, and get inspired.
Links From the Episode
Anthony’s Website
Proximity Principle Book – Ken Coleman
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Fly to FI (Cody’s Blog)
Saving-Sherpa (Justin’s blog)

Mar 30, 2021 • 34min
Should You Follow Your Passion?
Today’s episode features your hosts Justin and Cody discussing the art of following your passion.
Justin still works a more typical corporate job while Cody took to entrepreneurship almost immediately. When you’re faced with the decision of which way to go, what do you do?
In this episode, you’ll hear the hosts talk about their personal views on the situation as well as tips to help make you successful regardless of which path you choose.
Don’t sit and suffer a miserable job you hate, but don’t YOLO and quit a job en route to financial ruin. Now it is time to sit back, take a listen, and get inspired.
Links From the Episode
Kristy Shen’s Quit Like a Millionaire
Kristy and Bryce Interview
Essentialism Book
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Fly to FI (Cody’s Blog)
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Mar 23, 2021 • 49min
From Corporate America to a Food Truck CEO | Brent Gargasz
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 some of the best-looking pizzas you’ll ever see.
Brent didn’t go to culinary school or come from a cooking background. In fact, he was a highly successful nurse who had worked his way up into more of the corporate side.
This was great for his paycheck but terrible for his fulfillment.
Ultimately, Brent decided to follow his passion for delicious pizza and quit that corporate job. Fast forward a little over a year and he’s selling out events on a regular basis with a thriving business.
Struggling to find purpose in your day job? Well, then it is time to sit back, take a listen, and get inspired.
Links From the Episode
Farm Fired Pizzas Facebook
Farm Fired Pizzas Instagram
Brent’s Twitter, The Food Truck CEO
Farm Fired Pizzas Website
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Mar 16, 2021 • 45min
Building an 8-Figure VA Business in the Philippines | John Jonas
Today’s episode features John Jonas from OnlineJobs.ph which is an impressive online marketplace that matches online workers from the Philippines with business owners from around the world.
With over 1 million resumes on the platform, the website is ever-growing and constantly refining its matching capabilities.
Virtual assistants, developers, video editors…the options are endless for filling a need you might have.
As an employer, you get access to an amazing workforce at a low cost with no monthly fee and you don’t even have to worry about 1099 taxes*.
Whether you need to fill out some vacant jobs or just learn about an awesome business venture it’s time to sit back and take a listen.
*We’re not tax professionals, hire an accountant for your specific situation
Links From the Episode
Get John’s book (FREE): Outsourcinglever.com
Find your VA Guaranteed: OneVaAway.com
And of course OnlineJobs.ph
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Mar 10, 2021 • 43min
Early Lessons in Personal Finance
Today’s episode features the hosts (Justin & Cody) who share their early lessons in personal finance.
How did two guys from completely different backgrounds both get so inspired to retire early? Who influenced them?
Stop by and listen to some quirky stories of how they came to be passionate about personal finance and some tips for how you can inspire others around you.
Share this episode with those friends who just need a little boost, but for now, sit back and take a listen.
Links From the Episode
Justin’s Blog: Saving Sherpa
Cody’s Blog: Fly to FI
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Mar 2, 2021 • 44min
How to Adult Your Personal Finances | Jake Cousineau
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 from his $50k Wheel of Fortune payday!
Jake is now hoping to increase the odds of winning at life for young adults across the country. We talk to Jake about why he decided to build this financial guide to life and the lessons he has learned actively teaching the next generation of the FI/RE community.
Share this episode with that rising senior or new college student in your life, but for now, sit back and take a listen.
Links From the Episode
Jake’s Email: jake@htapersonalfinance.com
Website: HTA Personal Finance
Twitter: https://twitter.com/htafinance
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Fly to FI (Cody’s Blog)
Saving-Sherpa (Justin’s blog)

Feb 23, 2021 • 50min
Setting Teens Up for Financial Independence | Dan Sheeks
Today’s episode features Dan Sheeks from Sheeks Freaks who has created a place for teens that are “obsessed” with making smart financial decisions.
Dan is a teacher in Colorado and is really changing the lives of young people and giving them a place where they can feel normal sharing their financial interests.
It’s obvious through all the success stories he highlights that this is working and was a needed niche.
We hope you’re as excited to hear how the next generation is chasing FI/RE as we are. So sit back and take a listen.
Links From the Episode
Dan’s Website: Sheeks Freaks
Sheeks Freaks Instagram
Sheeks Freaks YouTube
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Fly to FI (Cody’s Blog)
Saving-Sherpa (Justin’s blog)

Feb 16, 2021 • 30min
Mindset and Financial Independence
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 financial independence. Good and Bad.
Depression, joy, grit, relaxing, purpose, people…this episode has it all.
So take a moment and hear from the FI Show guys as they open up the curtain on mental hurdles they’ve faced and the strategies they’ve used to overcome them.
Highlights From the Episode
Realizing it’s not about the money
Finding your tribe
Working too hard
Comparison: the thief of joy
Finding purpose
Giving back
….And much more
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Feb 9, 2021 • 52min
Shaping Failure and Tough Conversations | David Wood
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 years building a career as a consulting actuary for Fortune 100 companies.
David helps high-performing entrepreneurs, executives and teams to identify and master their tough conversations, becoming the leaders they themselves would follow.
There are so many awesome techniques that David shares. So sit back and try them out yourself while you listen.
Links From the Episode
Click here to get the following gifts from David:
Cheat sheet for doubling revenue
Video on achieving more in less time
15 minute live audit on doubling revenue
And a 35 minute workshop
David’s Website: Focus.Ceo
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Feb 2, 2021 • 40min
Using Music Therapy to Reach New Heights | Marlys Woods
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 reach new heights.
Never heard of musical therapy? Neither had we but it’s very interesting.
She pairs what she loves about music with psychology. The most common use case for this is for developmental issues or speech rehab.
But it’s also possible to use music as a tool for everyday productivity and releasing stressors.
Marlys focuses on addiction which was her focus after her undergrad degree. She turned this into a full-fledged business where she employs other contractors to all help patients through their recovery utilizing music.
Take a listen and learn about yet another amazing example of designing a life that brings you happiness and purpose.
Links From the Episode
Contact Marlys:
Website: Getintunemusictherapy.com
Instagram: @GetInTuneMusic
Money Emotions & Music: Program coming soon for managing emotions on your financial independence journey!
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We’d love to hear your comments and questions about this week’s episode. Here are some of the best ways to stay in touch and get involved in The FI Show community!
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Learn More About Your Hosts
Fly to FI (Cody’s Blog)
Saving-Sherpa (Justin’s blog)


