<p>In this special episode, Blake talks with his old friend, summer camp co-leader, and High Sierra backpacking partner, Fred.</p><p>Born and raised in Valencia, Spain, Fred brings a European perspective to the question of whether it's possible to become dirtbag rich in a place with different cultural norms and a lower income than the United States. </p><p>Fred also discusses how professional trail runners transition away from 20-something dirtbag lives and the (positive) challenge of being spoiled by purposeful work—including deeply meaningful professional relationships—early in life.</p><p>Finally, Fred asks Blake about his new book, released today: <em>Dirtbag Rich: High Freedom, Low Income, Deep Purpose</em>. What did it take to write it? How much did it cost to publish? What comes next? And where can people find it?</p>