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Aussie Firebug

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Frequency: 1 episode/31d. Total Eps: 114

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 https://www.aussiefirebug.com/start-here/

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - investing
11/11/2025
#95

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99. Ben Felix - Rational Investing, Market Efficiency & Building Wealth the Smart Way

dimanche 9 novembre 2025 • Duration 01:35:37

This week, I’m joined by Ben Felix, Chief Investment Officer at PWL Capital and co-host of the Rational Reminder podcast. Ben is best known in the FIRE community for his YouTube channel, which has nearly 500K subscribers and features insights on investing, financial decision-making, and living a good life. Ben is one of the clearest voices in evidence-based investing. His work breaks down complex financial ideas into straightforward, data-driven insights that help investors cut through the noise. It’s a masterclass in rational investing, delivered by one of the best in the game.

In this conversation, we cover:

The truth about "beating" or timing the market (00:13:06)
Why market efficiency matters more than most investors think (00:24:41)
How to think about asset allocation and your own risk tolerance (00:49:26)
Why chasing dividends might not be the smartest path to FIRE (00:56:55)
What a realistic safe withdrawal rate looks like today (01:07:52)

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Website - PWL Capital
Website - Rational Reminder
YouTube - Ben Felix
Podcast - Rational Reminder

www.aussiefirebug.com/podcast

98. Alan Donegan - Building Businesses Without Debt & The Rebel Way to Financial Independence

dimanche 12 octobre 2025 • Duration 01:22:33

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, teaching people how to start businesses debt-free and take control of their finances.

In this episode we cover:

What role did your upbringing play in shaping your view on money and risk? (00:04:57)
Tell us about the Rebel Business School - when was it created and what’s its mission? (00:47:20)
You’ve taught business and finance around the world - have you noticed cultural differences in how people think about money and entrepreneurship? (01:10:16)
If you could only teach one skill outside of finance and business, what would it be and why? (01:13:31)

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Website - Rebel Donegans
Website - The Rebel School

www.aussiefirebug.com/podcast

89. Terry - Wealth Time Freedom (WTF)

dimanche 7 janvier 2024 • Duration 01:15:55

Today's episode is something a bit different.

Terry, the host of the Wealth Time Freedom (WTF) podcast interviewed me a few months ago. The response was so positive from that episode that I decided to repost it on my show.

In this episode, Terry asks me about becoming a dad, my recent pivot with work and my new perspective on FIRE.

I found it to be a great conversation, and I hope you'll enjoy it too.

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Podcast - Wealth Time Freedom (WTF)

www.aussiefirebug.com/podcast

Episode 11. Self Wealth

lundi 11 décembre 2017 • Duration 33:41

Our guest today is Andrew Ward, the founder and managing director of online investing tool Self Wealth. Andrew is a former Executive Manager at Commonwealth Bank who has held many other high positions throughout his 20 years in the finance sector. Andrew seen an opportunity in the market for an online community for investors, but after failing to get through the red tape that comes with working in a large organisation, decided to start up his own company.

Episode 10. Ms Frugal Ears

mardi 31 octobre 2017 • Duration 50:54

Our guest today is Serina Huang or better know as, Ms Furgal Ears. Serina works as a public servant but is also a writer, blogger, and foodie. A self proclaimed frugalista, Serina lives with her two sons in Canberra and has appeared in such publications as the RIOT ACT and the Canberra Times. She is currently wiritng a book about becoming a frugal multi millionaire and one day hopes to be a billionaire! In this episode, we talk about:Serina upbringing and working as an expat in TaiwanManaging 10 investment properties during a downturnThe importance of having your finances sorted especially if you go through a divorceStriking a balance between enjoying life and being frugalLiving off $50 a week for food, groceries, and toiletries

Episode 9. Pat the Shuffler.mp3

mardi 26 septembre 2017 • Duration 56:36

Our guest today is Pat from life long shuffle.com. Pat’s a 29 year old construction engineer working in Sydney who is planning to retire early within 10 years. Having amassed a net worth of over quarter of a million already, he is well on his way.In this episode, we talk about:* Investing! And in particular franking credits and why Pat is such a fan*Extra Super contributions? Should you be adding more to your *Super each year?*Buying a house in Sydney*Explaining FIRE to normal people*Reaching FIRE with a partner

Episode 8. Jayden from the Rentvesting Podcast

dimanche 27 août 2017 • Duration 58:11

Our guest today is Jayden Vecchio, a director, and co-founder for Red and Co who was awarded the 2016 FBAA Commercial Mortgage Broker of the Year award. You may know Jayden better as the co-host for the very successful 'Rentvesting Podcast' aimed at Gen X and Y Property Investors.In this episode, we talk about Jaydens path to success coming into the finance world when the GFC hit in 2009 and the devastation that caused the finance sector in Sydney. We also chat about his journey with property investing, moving cities, starting a company as well as a podcast and many more things.

Aussie Firebug Post - Property Vs Shares

mercredi 5 juillet 2017 • Duration 27:33

Is there a more hotly debated topic among avid investors than property vs shares? Owning 3 investment properties and nearly $90K worth of ETFs over the last 5 years. I feel like I have experienced some of the best and worst of each asset class.This article details the pros and cons of the two, and ultimately which one is suited better for specific investing styles.

Episode 7. Mrs Firebug

dimanche 30 avril 2017 • Duration 32:31

A big part of the journey towards financial independence is finding a partner along the way who has the same goals and aspirations as you do towards your finances. It's more common to find a partner who has no idea that financial independence even exists! I invited Mrs Firebug on the podcast today to chat about what it's like on the other side of the relationship and dealing with someone who is obsessed with reaching financial independence.

Episode 6. 2015 Property Investor Of The Year: Steven Ryan

mardi 21 mars 2017 • Duration 55:51

Steve Ryan, a 31 year old property investor who at age 29 became the 2015 'Your Investment Property Magazine' Investor of the year. Steven has been featured on such programs as ABC's 7:30, Property Investor Magazine, Real Estate Talk and many more. His net worth is well into 7 figures and has reached financial independence but does not plan to stop working anytime soon.