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Listen "130: Aussie Firebug on giving up the F.I.R.E. obsession"
Episode Synopsis
This year marks 10 years of podcasting for Aussie Firebug, one of Australia’s original voices in the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement. From his early days tracking every cent to, working in the UK and (almost) reaching his FIRE goal, returning home to regional Victoria, and moving beyond retirement into new ventures, Aussie Firebug’s journey has evolved. Podcast host Serina Bird catches up with him in his hometown, explores his coworking space, and discovers why he’s no longer “obsessed” with the pursuit of financial independence—and what matters to him now.
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:10 The Journey of Aussie Firebug
06:56 Financial Independence and Life Changes
14:40 New Family Dynamics and Challenges
19:55 The Importance of Financial Security
24:52 Community and Family Support
30:07 Frugal Tips and Solar Energy Benefits
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:10 The Journey of Aussie Firebug
06:56 Financial Independence and Life Changes
14:40 New Family Dynamics and Challenges
19:55 The Importance of Financial Security
24:52 Community and Family Support
30:07 Frugal Tips and Solar Energy Benefits
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