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Meghan Combs
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Welcome to Everyday FI, where we explore the lives of everyday people pursuing financial independence. Host Meghan Combs knows that you do not need a million dollar book deal or a famous blog to reach FI early. By talking with real humans, Meghan and her guests will show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom the everyday way.

  1. Breaking Free: How Tex Turned Addiction into Financial Success | Ep. 93

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    Breaking Free: How Tex Turned Addiction into Financial Success | Ep. 93

    Subscribe on Apple, YouTube, and Spotify. Support the Show: Join my Patreon membership for ad free and bonus content! Sign up to be on the show here Welcome to EverydayFI! I'm your host, Meghan Combs, and I'm here to say you don't need a million dollar book deal or famous blog to reach financial independence. By exploring the lives of everyday people pursuing FI I'll show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom, the everyday way. If you'd like to support the show check out my Patreon at patreon.com/everydayfi podcast for ad free and bonus content. Before we get started, I want to let you know that this conversation touches on the sensitive topic of sobriety and addiction. I understand these subjects can be challenging, so if this is something that might be difficult for you, please feel free to take a break from this episode and return when you're ready. In today's episode, I speak with an anonymous guest, Tex, who shares his deeply personal journey of overcoming challenges and building a financially responsible life. Tex discusses constantly moving around in his childhood, coping with bullying as the always "new kid", and dealing with family trauma leading to his addiction. The turning point came when Tex, at age 29, sought help through a 12-step program. This episode explores how recovery and vulnerability transformed Tex's life, leading to healthier relationships, financial independence, and a strong sense of self-worth. This conversation shows that true financial success starts with inner emotional and psychological health. Episode Links: ChooseFI

    39 min
  2. You Might Also Like: The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters

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    You Might Also Like: The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters

    Introducing 843: We Fancy with Jerrelle Guy and The Heart Shaped Tin with Bee Wilson from The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters. Follow the show: The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters This week, we’re all about mindfulness in our kitchens. First, we explore a whole new meaning of fancy with author and recipe developer Jerrelle Guy. She shares her unusual thinking and creative recipes that can transform your everyday eating. The little extras that can make a dish a bit more celebratory. Jerrelle Guy’s latest book is We Fancy: Simple Recipes to Make the Everyday Special, and she left us with her recipe for Olive Oil Brownie Pudding. Then we talk with Bee Wilson about the surprisingly sentimental nature of kitchen objects. In Bee’s latest memoir, The Heart Shaped Tin, she dives deep into the emotional relationships many people have with their kitchen tools, from a mother’s rice cooker to learning to eat off the best china rather than saving it. She shares her personal relationship to her most cherished kitchen items with stories of people who share the connection. Bee Wilson’s latest book is The Heart-Shaped Tin: Love, Loss, and Kitchen Objects. Broadcast dates for this episode: February 13, 2026 (originally aired) Subscribe to @TheSplendidTable on YouTube for full podcast episodes and full-length video interviews! Your support is a special ingredient in helping to make The Splendid Table. Donate today When you shop using our links, we earn a small commission. It’s a great way to support public media at no extra cost to you. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. Balancing FI when one spouse quits their paid job - Mitch & Meg | Ep. 92

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    Balancing FI when one spouse quits their paid job - Mitch & Meg | Ep. 92

    Subscribe on Apple, YouTube, and Spotify. Support the Show: Join my Patreon for ad free and exclusive bonus content! Buy some merch - t-shirts, stickers, mugs, tote bags, all the things! Sign up to be on the show here Welcome to EverydayFI! I'm your host, Meghan Combs, and I'm here to say you don't need a million dollar book deal or famous blog to reach financial independence. By exploring the lives of everyday people pursuing FI I'll show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom, the everyday way.  In today's Mitch and Meg episode, we talk about balancing the FI lifestyle when one spouse decides to step away from paid work. Episode Links: Jillian Johnsrud Ramit Sethi Joe Saul-Sehy

    1h 11m
  4. BONUS TEASER: 4 ways to access your retirement money early | Ep. 91

    FEB 6

    BONUS TEASER: 4 ways to access your retirement money early | Ep. 91

    Subscribe on Apple, YouTube, and Spotify. Support the Show: Join my Patreon for ad free and exclusive bonus content Buy some merch - get t-shirts, mugs, stickers, totes, the works! Sign up to be on the show here Welcome to EverydayFI! Today's episode is a teaser for the new bonus content I'll be putting up on Patreon starting in February. In this episode I bring back my friend David Robinson, aspiring CFP, and we dive into the 4 different ways you can access your retirement money before age 59 1/2. To hear the full episode, sign up for EverydayFI+ on Patreon (you'll also get to skip the ads)!

    16 min
  5. Sam shares his secrets to financial freedom - Part 2 | Ep. 90

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    Sam shares his secrets to financial freedom - Part 2 | Ep. 90

    Subscribe on Apple, YouTube, and Spotify. Support the Show: Join my Patreon for ad free and bonus content Buy some merch Sign up to be on the show here Welcome to EverydayFI! I'm your host, Meghan Combs, and I'm here to say you don't need a million dollar book deal or famous blog to reach financial independence. By exploring the lives of everyday people pursuing FI I'll show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom, the everyday way. Sam and I kick off part 2 of his story talking about the moments that led him to the financial independence community. Sam shares how the realization of student loan debt initially propelled him towards FI, but the intense focus on hitting a high savings rate created tensions in his marriage and personal life as he struggled to find balance. The second half of Sam's story promises an insightful look into balancing life's demands while pursuing financial goals and explores actionable advice for better financial planning and personal fulfillment. Tune in to hear the rest of Sam's journey. Episode Links: Physician on Fire ChooseFI Two Sides of FI The Money Guy Show Erin Talks Money Furnished Finder

    47 min

  6. JAN 30

    HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT! Ad free and bonus content is HERE! | Ep. 89

    Subscribe on Apple, YouTube, and Spotify. Support the Show: Join my Patreon for ad free and exclusive bonus content! Buy some merch - t-shirts, stickers, mugs, tote bags, all the things! Sign up to be on the show here It's official!! I've promised in several episodes that I'd be providing ad free and bonus content... Well, it's coming!! The first ad-free episode will drop Monday, February 2nd (you'll see the countdown in my Patreon posts) and the first BONUS episode will drop Friday, February 6th! So how do you access this content? It's super easy! I've created three tiers here in Patreon: Supporter, Ad Free, and EverydayFI+ Supporter Tier: if you don't mind listening to ads, but you'd like to support the show anyway this is a great, low cost option Ad-Free Tier: if you're sick of ads interrupting your listening experience, this tier let's you listen to all new* episodes ad free! EverydayFI+: this is the juiciest tier (yum). You not only get to listen ad free to new episodes, but you also get access to exclusive bonus content. You'll enjoy chats with experts, Meghan spilling the tea on her journey to early retirement (because some things you can only say behind a paywall), and things outside financial independence like podcast and book reviews, Meghan's fertility journey updates, and more. You'll also get an EverydayFI podcast sticker for your water bottle or laptop. This is hands down the best tier for the money. You can find all tiers and prices here. Once you sign up, you can listen to ad free and/or bonus content in the Patreon app using your custom feed, or check out this article to listen in your favorite podcast player. Make sure to subscribe to EverydayFI so you know when new content drops! *Episodes prior to February 1, 2026 will still had ads due to the nature of EverydayFI's current hosting platform.

    3 min
  7. Grounded to Sky-High: Sam's Financial Independence Journey - Part 1 | Ep. 88

    JAN 26

    Grounded to Sky-High: Sam's Financial Independence Journey - Part 1 | Ep. 88

    Subscribe on Apple, YouTube, and Spotify. Support the Show: Join my Patreon membership (bonus content coming in 2026!!) Buy me a coffee Sign up to be on the show here Welcome to EverydayFI! I'm your host, Meghan Combs, and I'm here to say you don't need a million dollar book deal or famous blog to reach financial independence. By exploring the lives of everyday people pursuing FI I'll show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom, the everyday way. In today's episode, we delve into Sam's multifaceted career journey, from engineer to stay-at-home dad and finally pilot for a major airline. Sam candidly shares his challenges with financial dependence during his marriage, how a painful divorce led to his financial awakening, and his transition into the world of aviation. Sam also enlightens us about the cost differences and timelines between pursuing a medical degree and becoming a pilot. By sharing his story, Sam illuminates the financial vulnerability and lack of preparedness many face in adulthood. Despite life's unexpected turns, Sam shows us that financial independence is achievable with the right mindset and perseverance. Tune in to hear part one of Sam's story. Episode Links: Mr. Money Mustache The White Coat Investor

    42 min
  8. Balancing Relationships with Full Time Nomadism - Julie Rose | Ep. 87

    JAN 19

    Balancing Relationships with Full Time Nomadism - Julie Rose | Ep. 87

    Subscribe on Apple, YouTube, and Spotify. Support the Show: Join my Patreon membership for $5/mo (premium content coming in 2026!!) Buy me a coffee Sign up to be on the show here Welcome to EverydayFI! I'm your host, Meghan Combs, and I'm here to say you don't need a million dollar book deal or famous blog to reach financial independence. By exploring the lives of everyday people pursuing FI I'll show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom, the everyday way. Today I'm diving into the life of full-time world traveler Julie, who you might remember from episodes 48 and 49. We'll discuss the trials and tribulations of maintaining relationships while living a nomadic lifestyle, including Julie's recent heartbreak and how she balances romantic and other relationships on the road. Stay tuned for some heartfelt insights and personal stories that you won't want to miss. Episode Links: EverydayFI episodes with Julie: Episode 48 Episode 49 EverydayFI episode 25 with Anonymous ("J") on life after divorce Julie's blog post: "Truth Bombs I'm Dropping after the Implosion of My Most Recent Serious Relationship" Julie's blog post: "The Hardest Lesson I've Ever Learned: A Breakup Post-Mortem and the Cost of Ignoring My Intuition" Want to travel with Julie on a mini sabbatical? Go here!

    56 min
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Welcome to Everyday FI, where we explore the lives of everyday people pursuing financial independence. Host Meghan Combs knows that you do not need a million dollar book deal or a famous blog to reach FI early. By talking with real humans, Meghan and her guests will show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom the everyday way.

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  • Creator
    Meghan Combs
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    EverydayFI

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