Warrior Money

Warrior Money

Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and seasoned investor Dan Kunze, is a podcast designed to help military veterans build financial security as they transition to civilian life. Combining Patrick’s leadership in government and the military with Dan’s expertise in finance, the show breaks down the challenges of managing money, launching careers, and creating long-term wealth. Each episode features conversations with veterans, business leaders, and policymakers, offering real-world advice and actionable strategies to help service members succeed beyond their time in uniform. New episodes Fridays at 5pm ET.

Episodes

How money reveals your deepest fears and values

June 23, 2025 • 23 mins
Can money really heal? In this episode of Warrior Money, Douglas Lynam unpacks how his journey from Marine to monk to wealth coach taught him that money is never good or evil; it’s a mirror. Lynam shares how to break free from “money monsters” and build financial confidence. Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being ...
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What a trillion-dollar defense budget really means for veterans

June 13, 2025 • 25 mins
Is America’s trillion-dollar defense budget making us safer or putting our future at risk? On this episode of Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze break down President Trump’s historic spending plan, unpacking the real winners, the potential fallout, and what it all means for veterans, the economy, and national security. From AI and space tech to the true cost of debt, this episode pulls back the curtain on Washington’...
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The resume mistake that nearly cost a veteran his dream job

June 6, 2025 • 26 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, Army veterans Wyatt Frasier and Kyle Eberly share how they launched Sitreps2Steerco, a platform that helps service members confidently transition into civilian careers. They discuss using the GI Bill and VA benefits to access top MBA programs, the pitfalls of bad advice, and how their business now connects veterans to high-impact jobs in the private sector. Frasier and Eberly also highlight the pow...
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Army vet builds fitness brand to empower women and veterans

May 30, 2025 • 25 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, Army veteran and Dub Fitness founder Erica Liermann shares how her experience as a military police NCO shaped her entrepreneurial journey. Liermann reveals how she bootstrapped her women-focused gym from scratch, turning early financial setbacks into a thriving fitness community dedicated to building real strength, mental resilience, and long-term wellness. She discusses the challenges of transitio...
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How two vets cracked the code to build serious wealth

May 23, 2025 • 26 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze take the mic solo to share their personal journeys from paper routes and military service to public office, venture capital, and building generational wealth. They reflect on the lessons learned through service, the power of long-term thinking, and why supporting veteran entrepreneurs is both a mission and a smart investment. It’s an honest and purpose-driven conv...
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Marine vet rises to lead Aflac with mission to protect families

May 16, 2025 • 24 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, Marine Corps veteran and Aflac president Virgil Miller shares his incredible journey from enlisted service member to leading one of the largest insurance companies in the world. He discusses how military values like discipline, attention to detail, and service have shaped his leadership approach and commitment to protecting families. Miller also breaks down Aflac's focus on innovation, mental healt...
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Navy vet’s money hack is helping families skip payday lenders forever

May 9, 2025 • 24 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, Navy veteran and fintech CEO Dennis Cail shares how his personal journey from public housing to founding Zirtue shaped his mission to create financial equity through relationship-based lending. He explains how Zirtue replaces awkward IOUs between friends and family with structured interest-free digital promissory notes, offering a dignified and stress-free alternative to predatory loans. Cail also ...
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What military families should be doing with their money - but aren't

May 2, 2025 • 24 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, certified financial planner and military spouse Maggi Keating shares practical advice on everything from Social Security timing to building wealth through consistent investing. Drawing on her 24 years in finance, Keating discusses the importance of lifelong learning, protecting aging clients from financial abuse, and using military benefits like the VA loan and GI Bill to build long-term financial ...
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This Navy SEAL’s fintech mission is shaking up Wall Street norms

April 25, 2025 • 24 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, Navy SEAL-turned-entrepreneur Kaj Larsen shares how his journey from the battlefield to fintech led him to co-found Siebert.Valor, a platform built to help veterans and first responders grow wealth through smart investing and financial education. He breaks down the difference between spending and investing, the impact of financial misinformation, and why diversification is crucial in today’s volati...
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Ex-Marine pilot on why drones are the future of defense investing

April 18, 2025 • 24 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, Marine Corps veteran and aerospace ETF portfolio manager Tony Bancroft shares how his military experience shapes his investment strategy. From analyzing global defense spending to forecasting the rise of autonomous systems, Bancroft offers insights into navigating geopolitical disruption and financial markets. He also opens up about his transition from the cockpit to Columbia Business School—and wh...
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One finance pro’s bold plan to fix your financial blind spots

April 11, 2025 • 23 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, seasoned finance professional and nonprofit leader Carly Meyer Bentley shares how she empowers women and veterans through financial literacy at her company, Freckled Strawberry. She emphasizes seeing money as a simple tool for independence, highlighting the importance of understanding personal costs and building wealth to achieve long-term goals. Drawing on her family’s service background and entre...
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Military spouse turned financial planner helps veterans master money

April 4, 2025 • 24 mins
On this episode of Warrior Money, Sara Gardner, a certified financial planner and military spouse, shares how her education-focused approach helps veterans master their personal finances. She explains the importance of building savings early and avoiding unnecessary credit card debt, while emphasizing the value of community resources and volunteer programs. Gardner also describes her work with Homes For Our Troops and the Financial...
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Army ranger-turned-financial advisor shares wealth insights for veterans

March 28, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode of Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze talk with Marcus Hull, a U.S. Army Ranger veteran turned financial advisor who now helps fellow veterans navigate their money matters. Hull details his transition from the military and law enforcement into wealth management, offering insights on the blended retirement system and the value of systematic saving. He also discusses how serving the Ranger community thr...
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How this investor turned 9/11 trauma into veteran support

March 21, 2025 • 23 mins
On this week's Warrior Money, Kenny Polcari — veteran market strategist and Yahoo Finance's Trader Talk host — shares his experience surviving 9/11 and how it inspired him to support veteran mental health through the organization Headstrong. Polcari discusses Headstrong's mission to provide veterans with anonymous, immediate, and cost-free mental healthcare without bureaucratic barriers. He also emphasizes the importance of financ...
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Army veteran leverages AI to streamline VA benefits claims

March 14, 2025 • 24 mins
On this week’s episode of Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze welcomed Bill Taylor, a West Point graduate and 23-year Army veteran who co-founded Veterans Guardian VA Claims Consulting. Taylor shared his journey from military service to entrepreneurship, driven by a personal mission to assist fellow veterans. Taylor highlighted his experiences transitioning from a 23-year Army career, including multiple deployments ad...
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3 military lessons that drove one Army veteran's success

March 7, 2025 • 24 mins
On this week’s episode of Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze welcomed Joseph Kopser, an Army veteran and accomplished entrepreneur, to discuss his inspiring journey from military service to business innovation. Kopser co-founded RideScout, a mobility app acquired by Mercedes-Benz, inspired by his personal struggle commuting to the Pentagon. “I saw a real problem and decided to solve it,” Kopser explained, emphasizing...
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How GoDaddy's founder turned adversity to opportunity

February 28, 2025 • 24 mins
On this week’s episode of Warrior Money, special guest Bob Parsons—a Marine Corps veteran and pioneering entrepreneur—joined hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze to share his remarkable journey from a challenging East Baltimore upbringing to becoming one of Forbes 400’s wealthiest Americans. Parsons offered candid advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, urging them to choose a business they love and to embrace responsibility and disciplin...
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Innovate to elevate: AI & data driving business success

February 21, 2025 • 23 mins
On this week’s episode of Warrior Money, returning guests Alex McLeod, CEO, and Jay Long, COO of Parlay, rejoined hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze to discuss their innovative approach to small business lending. McLeod advised entrepreneurs to validate their business models before taking on debt or raising venture capital. “Prove yourself wrong quickly,” he said, emphasizing the need for disciplined iteration to uncover hidden ris...
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How this team is using AI to change small business lending

February 14, 2025 • 24 mins
This week on Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze welcomed Alex McLeod, CEO, and Jay Long, COO of Parlay Finance—the innovative loan readiness platform that transforms the small business loan process. McLeod explained that many small business owners face a daunting, “pop quiz” style process when applying for loans. “Entrepreneurs shouldn’t be set up for failure simply because they lack a credit history or the right bac...
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Marine vet fights for affordable housing for local heroes

February 7, 2025 • 24 mins
This week onWarrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze speak with Marine veteran Samuel P. Royer, chief production officer at Salute Home Loans and a key advocate for The HELPER Act, a bill aimed at making homeownership more affordable for first responders, educators, and law enforcement officers. Royer, a 28-year mortgage industry veteran, saw too many public servants struggle to buy homes despite strong credit and steady j...
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