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“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”
Picasso98 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/06/24
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“This is just the best podcast, I have learnt so much. Matt inspires you to learn about your finances, his interviews with the various experts are relaxed and informative, and usually a lot of laughs.
I can’t thank Matt enough for freely sharing all his time and knowledge with us, I’m 63 and have...”Read full review »
Margie De P via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/27/24
“I found this podcast through searching for ‘Peter Thornhill’ on Apple Podcasts cause I loved his philosophy and teachings on investing, living frugally and reaping the rewards and found this podcast and the FIRE community as a whole! Can’t thank you enough Matt for your amazing work and and...”Read full review »
GreenThumbFriend via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/22/24
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“Fantastic information for Australians interested in taking control of their financial destiny.”
Beeeeee12345 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/18/24
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“Awesome podcast, really interesting! Can’t wait to listen to more eps.”
Brittany Lawler via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/20/23
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“Thanks Aussie Firebug for your upfront, honest & easy to understand podcasts. I enjoyed # 86 and Congratulations to you & Mrs Firebug!”
Oh to be FIRED via Apple Podcasts ·
Singapore ·
11/09/23
“This series is for anyone that wants a fulfilling independent life as well as for anyone unsure of how to hop out of the rat race.
Matt does a great job hosting some incredible guests from all around the globe that all have so much to offer and share.”
GNHGNH via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/27/23
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“Google the Mexican fisherman story”
shane 540 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/23/23
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“This dude is excellent listening. He is humble and realistic in his approach to FIRE. A great listen and alot of food for thought.”
Peach987 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/22/23
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“Listened to a few episodes of this podcast and didn’t really find anything new to take away and apply it in my own life.
The conversations were just that, conversations with various people who have achieved FI without much discussion about the journey there or any real strategies that could be...”Read full review »
A1256 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/14/23
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“This podcast is just an ego exercise for the presenter, who has nothing interesting to say.”
rbcdk1225 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/01/23
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“Absolutely love Matt’s podcast, he’s provided so much fantastic content over the years and I can honestly say if it wasn’t for Matt, I don’t know that I’d be in the financial position I am today. Thanks for all the hard work and effort you put into making these pods, they’re truely top notch! :)”
jessie-amber via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/27/23
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“I love listening - and thought of you when I drove through Leongatha last week. Thanks for interesting conversations. I’m sad the early stuff has been binned due to the regulation change, as I’d only just discovered you.”
Naomi Korolew via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/20/23
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“Money Information and FIRE presented simply, and perfectly suited to an Australian life. Love this show. Thanks for the episodes!”
building mojo via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/10/23
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“I appreciate the effort that goes into finding interesting topics and sharing concepts and ideas.
I have found this podcast challenges my thinking and provides insight from varied perspectives.
Matt and his team are providing a valued public service.”
Gamaranna via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/21/23
“I wish there was more info on how the people Matt interviews got to FI.
There seems to be more chat about how to spend money rather than tips on making money.”
Jeff Richards 83 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/07/23
“Have been listening to Matt’s podcast for a while with him being an excellent and entertaining presenter. Plenty of nuggets of knowledge in each podcast. Matt provides lots of homework to learn more with links in the show notes and his website is a great library of past topics and resources....”Read full review »
Philimio via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/31/23
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“Thanks for a great podcast that is my first go-to when looking for a podcast to listen to. I really enjoyed episode 77 with Liz, especially about the financial privilege part (for someone like me that lacks most of them) and would love to know more about the steps to take. You did mention that...”Read full review »
AussieAngel1234567 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/31/23
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“Thanks for being my go to and most shared podcaster. Great research topics, always interesting.”
GoGoCaro via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/11/23
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“Aussie Firebug is must listen! Makes my Friday every week and always learn something. Thanks for your great content.”
Marc1098 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/10/22
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“Very easy to listen to. With a great rapport.”
RipSoft via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/24/22
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“Loved listening to this informative podcast.
Aussie Firebug has helped me to take control of my online shopping addiction and pay off my after pay debts. I am now on my way to financial independence and can quit slaving away at the saw mill. Couldn’t be more grateful to AFB for showing me the...”Read full review »
big spender bec via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
09/18/22
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“Such an awesome easy listen. Matt has a great knack of asking the really simple common sense questions to his guests (even if they don’t know the answers). I’ve loved listening to Matt and his partners journey over the years.”
Matt Vitiello via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/23/22
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“Easy to listen to . Matt has an interesting approach to each episode and has a pleasant voice (weird to say but important). Guests are great. All in all a really great podcast for general knowledge and mindset towards early investment.”
Jezka88 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/27/22
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“Great pod and well produced. Honest and transparent tone with host and guests happy to share fine details and figures. Not trying to on-sell anything or pump-up their own tires (a rarity these days for advice pods).
Easy listening and informative. Keep up the great work.”
Ragnar3121 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/20/22
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“I always enjoy the Aussie Firebug Podcast. Rather than hardcore investing, this podcast offers great insights on the balance between lifestyle and Financial planning through the many and varied guests and topics. An easy listen and I always learn something new.”
wedarren via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/18/22
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“Speaks clear and explains even the simplistic things. Encouraged myself to invest for my future and not stress about the fear mongers. Good guests too.”
Haydoos via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/04/22
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“I like this fella. Good to here an aussie on this journey. He has done a lots for the country. Good on u mate”
ChiroTraveler via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/02/22
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“This is the only podcast my husband and I both listen to. Matt is a great presenter, knowledgeable, relatable and down to earth. I’ve learnt a lot listening to this podcast.”
Fiona999999 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/10/22
“So far loving this podcast. In particular the episode with Terry W. - I’d been searching everywhere for more info about trusts and this was really in-depth. I would love to hear from him again in future, perhaps with a few scenarios. Also loved the episode with Paul Benson all about financial...”Read full review »
EleanorCullen via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/06/22
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“Great show with interesting and diverse topics.
It’s great to hear stories from people on their way to FI.”
1p1b via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/21/21
“Matt has done an amazing job to compile so much useful FIRE information and deliver it to the masses in one place. He has the ability to break down all the different aspects of FIRE into easily digestible chunks.
His laid back and honest style is refreshing and he always has great guests on the...”Read full review »
Twjholmes via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/04/21
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“Great “general advice” wish content like this was taught when I was at school. DCA forever”
Sdwoohoo via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/29/21
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“Am a newbie to the FIRE community. This podcast educates and provides so much info to get started no matter what stage you are in life. Every episode inspires to look deeper into the areas that I need to research more to achieve financial independence. Thanks Aussie Firebug!!”
Trafooco via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/11/21
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“I avoided this pod for a long time because of the name. But after running out of my usual staple of pods on personal finance, I gave it a try and quickly realised it’s jam-packed with useful and actionable information on person finance. Thank you for a great pod - even non-bugs can really benefit 🙏”
Fan from Melbourne via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/08/21
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“Great podcast - can really see your renewed focus and energy on the pod and the content / guests! Has gone from a occasional listen to listen each ep! Thanks!”
Cath1231 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/31/21
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“Yep, great show, just binged on heaps of episodes . Totally a convert now. AFB is awesome .”
Sully from Melbourne via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/30/21
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“I found that he is very honest and open mind. He share all his investment thinkingin his blog, Love it.”
flyingvilion via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/29/21
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“Very down to earth advice and a refreshingly modest presenter that genuinely wants to learn more about finances for himself and help his listeners. I really enjoy the podcast, have learnt a great deal and it keeps me motivated on the journey to financial freedom. I highly recommend it.”
Red&Hugo via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/22/21
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“Love the podcast, always eagerly waiting for the next one to drop. Great content, very interesting and easy to understand. Love how simply everything is explained. All time favourite was the pod with Peter Thornhill aka LORD ! What a living legend, that pod gave me goosebumps. Keep it up.”
Kingy1255 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/02/21
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“A great place to start your fire journey”
Atathalus via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/02/21
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“I’ve started my FIRE journey last month and this podcast as well as your blogs helped me a lot in understanding almost all the important aspects of FIRE movement. Thank you so much and keep up the good work.”
J.E.88 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/16/21
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“I’ve been trying to educate myself on personal finances over the last few months. This was one of my first podcasts I listened to and is still one of my favourites. I love the way Aussie Firebug is so open and honest about his own investments and journey to FIRE (also a new concept I’d never...”Read full review »
CBAust53 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/17/21
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“Good range of topics and easy to listen in background. Would be better if less waffley and actually listened more. Also if your going to talk on a subject please have the facts rather than the I think but not sure. The one regards health insurance lifetime cover loading was pretty poor, if you...”Read full review »
Thecat007 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/29/21
“Money is that taboo subject that you don’t talk about with friends and family but listening to your podcast makes it feel like you are relaxing in the beer garden at the local pub on a sunny weekend just enjoying the conversation and learning from your peers. Thanks Aussie Firebug, keep up the...”Read full review »
milc331 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/10/21
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“Thanks for all the really practical information about financial independence in Australia. The principles of FIRE are universal but the Australian specific focus is much needed for those of us who are living in AUS. I always look forward to the next episode. Keep up the great work mate!”
jazzpreston via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/02/21
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“First podcast that doesn't have the letter "e". Not sure if the host does this deliberately or if he has suffered a permanent brain injury, but his "halth" doesn't seem to affect his "walth". Also says "arks" instead of "ask"”Read full review »
Wasp546 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/24/21
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“Great content with various interesting people. Enjoy listening to the podcasts.”
Nz veggie via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/17/21
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