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Aussie Firebug

Aussie Firebug
Financial Independence
Investing
Parenting
Retire Early
Superannuation
FIRE Movement
Cryptocurrency
Investment Strategies
Entrepreneurship
Retirement Planning
Financial Literacy
Independent Financial Advisors
Financial Advice Industry
Property Investment
Investment Funds
Real Estate
Behavioral Finance
Personal Growth
Travel
FI Freedom Retreats

My name's Matt, I'm a country boy for regional Victoria who is on track to reach Financial Independence and Retire Early (FIRE) by my mid-thirties. I interview interesting people on topics relating to financial independence. You can learn more about the FIRE movement in Australia here www.aussiefirebug.com/start-here/

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Latest Episodes

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Alan Donegan - co-founder of Rebel Business School and host of the Rebel Entrepreneur Podcast. Alan and his wife Katie reached financial independence in 2019, and since then they’ve been travelling the world, tea... more

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Andrew Page - founder and Managing Director of Strawman.com. With over 20 years’ experience as an analyst, commentator, and private investor, Andrew is a well-known voice in the Australian investing community. Be... more

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Evan Lucas - behavioural economist, financial commentator, author of Mind Over Money, and former Head of Strategy at InvestSMART.

Some of the topics we dive into are:

• How the increase in dual income household... more

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Pete Wargent—investor, author, market analyst, and one of Australia’s earliest FIRE pioneers. Originally from the UK, Pete reached financial independence by age 33 after building a portfolio of shares and propert... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Page
Founder and managing director of strawman.com, with over 20 years of experience in the investing community.
Strawman.com
Episode: 97. Andrew Page - Strawman
Evan Lucas
Behavioral economist, financial commentator, and author of 'Mind Over Money'
InvestSMART
Episode: 96. Evan Lucas - Mind Over Money
Pete Wargent
Investor, author, market analyst, and one of Australia's earliest FIRE pioneers.
Episode: 95. Pete Wargent - Shares, Property and FIRE
Andy Darroch
Independent financial advisor and director of Independent Wealth Advice.
Independent Wealth Advice
Episode: 94. Andy Darroch - Independent financial advice
Mark LaMonica
Director at Morningstar and co-host of the Investing Compass podcast
Morningstar
Episode: 93. Mark LaMonica - Are we being ripped off by super?

Host

Matt
Host of this financial independence interview series, providing insights and guidance on achieving financial freedom.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • The Strawman tolerance

    Anyone who has the mental stamina and tolerance to sit down and interview Strawman arrogantly waffle on about nothing deserves 5 stars. Matt is a complete genius for having this ability. Who knows what the content was (I don’t have the tolerance to listen) but Matt deserves a medal. All his other eps are outstanding and I can vouch for them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TKP Listening
    Australiaa month ago
  • Couldn’t even finish one episode

    One half of the host for the first and last episode I will listen to is so privileged he can’t believe women would ever want to work for a living. On what planet do we live on again and what century? His friends and family must all be country bumpkins that hate independent women. Literally cannot finish the episode. There are better FIRE podcasts that get offensive or personal. They just talk financial knowledge and literacy.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amirapigglet
    Australiaa month ago
  • Awesome

    Top quality content.

    Great show with interesting and diverse topics.

    It’s great to hear stories from people on their way to FI.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1p1b
    Australia2 months ago
  • Life changing podcast!

    I’m so grateful that I have found this podcast and some real life advice on how to get more out of my wealth. I’m late to the FIRE movement at 35yo but I have been actively building wealth since finishing university at 22. This podcast has given me the confidence to make some changes and get out of the rat race.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mel….BC
    Australia7 months ago
  • Episode 86

    Only recently started listening to you starting right back from episode 1. I just skipped ahead when I seen the thumbnail of this episode. As a dad myself this episode made me cry sounds like you’ve got everything mate thanks for your inspiration so far

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Picasso98
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Some criticisms arise regarding the variety of guests and the applicability of advice for broader audiences.
Overall, the podcast is rated highly for its quality and impact on listeners' financial journeys.
The host is praised for creating relatable content that blends personal narratives with informative interviews.
Many find the show inspiring and encouraging, especially for those considering financial independence and seeking clear advice on investments.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions on financial independence, taking the journey towards FIRE seriously while presenting practical strategies.

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Apple Podcasts
#61
Australia/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#142
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#161
New Zealand/Business/Investing

Talking Points

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97. Andrew Page - Strawman
Q: What are we talking here for a percentage of the portfolio?
The amount of weight depends on conviction. A high conviction idea should represent a significant portion of the portfolio, while lesser convictions would warrant smaller allocations.
97. Andrew Page - Strawman
Q: Tell us a bit about how you invest, Andrew? What is your methodology and your heuristics around investing?
Andrew explains that his investment strategy has evolved over the years, initially starting with 'vibe investing' and transforming into a focus on small-cap growth investing and understanding the businesses he owns.
96. Evan Lucas - Mind Over Money
Q: If someone out there is listening that wanted to get better with money, not just in theory, but day to day, what's the first small change you'd recommend?
Find your abundance by seeing that your money is growing in some areas, which can start taking a little bit of money out of X to put it to Y.
91. Amy and Matt from FI Freedom Retreats
Q: Matt, what do you wish you'd known earlier about financial independence?
He wished he'd known earlier that you don't need a million dollars to retire; understanding geo-arbitrage was key to finding financial freedom.
91. Amy and Matt from FI Freedom Retreats
Q: Amy, what inspired you to create FI Freedom Retreats?
The retreats are designed to provide a transformational experience for participants, focusing on both money management and personal growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aussie Firebug

What is Aussie Firebug about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content is focused on financial independence, particularly within the context of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. It features discussions with guests from various backgrounds who share their personal journeys and strategies for achieving financial freedom. Key topics include behavioral finance, investment strategies in both property and shares, the complexities of the financial advice landscape in Australia, high fees associated with superannuation, and the balance between enjoying life now versus saving for the future. The show aims to provide relatable, actionable advice and insights for listeners looking to take control of their financial destinies. Additionally, the host shares personal narratives that illus... more

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