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Your hosts, Brendan Aronson and Tim Hsia, interview the highest-performing military veterans & civilian allies on earth. Our guests include CEOs of multibillion-dollar companies, founders of incredible businesses, and legendary investors. Our goal is educate, inspire, and entertain you.

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Ethan Taranta, a former U.S. Marine Corps Infantry and Reconnaissance Officer and Managing Director of Portfolio Operations at Nexus Capital Management, to discuss his journey fro... more

In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Logan Leslie, CEO of Main Street Auto and US Army Special Forces Veteran, to discuss his journey from Cavalry Scout and Green Beret to Harvard graduate and business owner.

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Andrew Dimitruk, CEO and Co-Founder of Ironflow AI and US Marine Corps veteran, to discuss his journey from Marine Corps Cobra pilot to McKinsey consultant, defense technology exe... more

In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Brian Stann, President & CEO of Hunt Military Communities, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, UFC fighter, nonprofit leader, and private equity-backed executive, to discuss his unconventi... more

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Ethan Taranta
Marine, former managing director of portfolio operations at Nexus Capital; previously at Platinum Equity and ExxonMobil
Nexus Capital; Platinum Equity; ExxonMobil
Episode: Ep. 186 From Marine Recon to Private Equity: Ethan Taranta’s Journey
Logan Leslie
Founder/CEO, consolidation strategy in the automotive repair space
Independent entrepreneur/holder of auto repair acquisitions
Episode: Ep. 185 From Special Forces to Harvard to Entrepreneurship: Building a Business Brick by Brick with Logan Leslie
Todd Woodrick
Founder and CEO of Ceptor Technologies Corporation
Ceptor Technologies Corporation
Episode: Ep. 177 From Air Force Combat Controller to Defense Technology Founder with Todd Woodrick
Billy Boulton
President and co-founder of Alaska Adventure Project
Alaska Adventure Project
Episode: Ep. 173 The Alaska Adventure Project Story | Veteran Transition, PTSD Recovery, and Lifelong Community
Darren Isham
Former Navy SEAL, program director at Alaska Adventure Project
Alaska Adventure Project
Episode: Ep. 173 The Alaska Adventure Project Story | Veteran Transition, PTSD Recovery, and Lifelong Community
Will Picquelle
Co-founder and fundraising lead for Alaska Adventure Project
Alaska Adventure Project
Episode: Ep. 173 The Alaska Adventure Project Story | Veteran Transition, PTSD Recovery, and Lifelong Community
Chris Knapp
Founder/CEO Gambit Defense, Director/Leader in Uncrewed Systems at NSW, and founder of Uncrewed Warrior Foundation
Gambit Defense; Uncrewed Warrior Foundation
Episode: Ep. 171 Failure, Growth, and Reinvention: Chris Knapp on Building a Career Beyond the Uniform
Ryan Manion
CEO of the Travis Manion Foundation
Travis Manion Foundation
Episode: Ep. 170 Imposter Syndrome, Leadership, and Service: Ryan Manion on Building the Travis Manion Foundation
Clark Yuan
Entrepreneur, founder of Stitch3D; former Army officer and West Point graduate
Stitch3D
Episode: Ep. 169 Faith, Resilience & Defense Innovation | Clark Yuan on Transitioning from the Army to Entrepreneurship

Hosts

Beau Higgins
Host of The MilVet Podcast; focuses on veteran transitions, entrepreneurship, and defense tech storytelling.
Brendan Aronson
Co-host with a focus on guest curation, storytelling, and industry connections in veteran-to-civilian transitions.
Tim Hsia
Co-host and producer; synthesizes interview insights and oversees show operations and partnerships.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • High Impact

    Highly insightful and impactful series of interviews focused on transitioning military personnel to successful careers. I’m finding motivation and focus as I prepare for my retirement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RCHaze4
    United States3 years ago
  • Business Degree or Not, This Podcast Should Be Required For Transitioning Personnel…

    This is an absolutely amazing resource for transitioning military personnel, I’m astounded I had to find it for myself on LinkedIn and no one told me about it— something I hope to address by sharing it with as many of my peers as they prepare to leave service! With a wealth of personal stories from vets across the business/tech world that are extremely relatable, each interview has some great lessons and valuable nuggets to take away from it whether you’re leaving service or not! Further, Brend... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Silentkestrel
    United States3 years ago
  • High Impact & Insight!

    Highly insightful and impactful series of interviews focused on transitioning military personnel to successful careers. I’m finding motivation and focus as I prepare for my retirement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old CNN
    United States3 years ago
  • Candid, Tangible Advice

    Highly recommend for transitioning veterans and those hiring veterans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    112358112358jdog
    United States3 years ago
  • Unbelievable Resource

    Brendan & Tim have put together an all star line up of guests on their podcast - what a fantastic resource. Excited to see what’s to come.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anddybaby
    United States4 years ago

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Ep. 177 From Air Force Combat Controller to Defense Technology Founder with Todd Woodrick
Q: What were the early steps in your transition from military service to entrepreneurship and investment?
He explains the pivot from the Johns Hopkins lab to private equity, then into venture capital and operating roles, highlighting the importance of understanding acquisition, budgeting, and sponsor dynamics to navigate defense markets.
Ep. 177 From Air Force Combat Controller to Defense Technology Founder with Todd Woodrick
Q: Share with the audience what you're doing these days, man.
Todd describes Ceptor Technologies as a mission-focused company building body-worn and hand-deployable sensing systems with AI-based situational awareness to accelerate the soldier's OODA loop, while also reflecting on his broader journey through the defense and venture ecosystems.
Ep. 185 From Special Forces to Harvard to Entrepreneurship: Building a Business Brick by Brick with Logan Leslie
Q: What was the most challenging part of your transition and how did you overcome it?
Balancing finances and time while pursuing education and launching Holdco; leveraging internships, government benefits, and free office space to get started, then iterating based on real-world experiences and lessons learned.
Ep. 185 From Special Forces to Harvard to Entrepreneurship: Building a Business Brick by Brick with Logan Leslie
Q: As a person transitioning from military service to civilian entrepreneurship, what resources or steps would you recommend to someone considering this path?
Start with a clear fit and idea, keep your full-time job while testing concepts, and later commit fully when you find a true match; use veteran-focused programs and MBA/JD pathways to build necessary skills and networks, and be prepared to pivot as you learn.
Ep. 130 From Submarines to the Boardroom: Applying Military Principles in the Private Sector
Q: What unique traits from military training do you feel translate best to private equity, especially in portfolio operations?
Traits include the ability to lead and manage with limited resources, fast information processing (OODA loop), teamwork, and robust communication—skills that help drive value creation in portfolio companies and navigate chaos with a clear sense of command and purpose.

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This show features veteran-focused conversations with high-achieving founders, executives, and investors who apply military discipline to civilian leadership. Episodes frequently explore transitions from military service to entrepreneurship, leadership in tech and defense sectors, fundraising, mentorship, and the role of community in sustaining mission-driven work. A notable pattern is deep dives into how veterans translate tough experiences into scalable businesses, with guests ranging from nonprofit leaders to private-equity-backed executives. The format tends to blend personal origin stories with practical lessons on career pivots, building networks, and giving back to the veteran community, making it a strong resource for listeners cons... more

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7. Chris Knapp
8. Ryan Manion

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