Hiring Our Heroes & military spouse employment

Elizabeth O’Brien, Vice President of the US Chamber Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes program, joins Warrior Money to break down the importance of military spouse employment, what more can be done to assist veterans seeking new careers, and what programs they can utilize to make the transition easier. Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. 00:30 - BLUF: Why are veterans drowning in a sea of goodwill when it comes to hiring? 02:08 - What ROI is the government seeing on its investment in transition programs? 03:57 - Military spouse employment 10:15 - Addressing the veteran suicide rate 12:35 - Breaking into the sports business 17:09 - DOD SkillBridge program 18:16 - Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot 19:15 - Hiring Our Heroes 21:38 - Elizabeth O’Brien takes the Warrior Q&A

Om Podcasten

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.