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Firefighter Wellness - Beneath The Helmet Show
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Firefighter Wellness - Beneath The Helmet Show

Beneath the Helmet, where you learn to master being an elite firefighter through mind, body, and spirit. – the ultimate podcast for elite firefighter well-being! Whether you're a seasoned firefighter or just starting your journey, this podcast helps you master resilience in mind, body, and spirit. Join retired Fire Chief Arjuna George as he dives deep into the world beneath the helmet, interviewing frontline heroes, fire service leaders, and health experts. Explore cutting-edge strategies for mental health, physical fitness, and spiritual strength, empowering you to thrive on and off duty.

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From Police Work to Yoga: Vance Row on Recovery, Wellness, and Purpose
Sept. 8, 2025

Resilience in Uniform: Vance Row on Sobriety, Healing, and the Power Yoga

Resilience in Uniform: Vance Row on Sobriety, Healing, and the Power Yoga
The pressures of public safety work, whether in firefighting, policing, or EMS, take a toll that too often goes unseen. Behind the uniform, countless first responders battle …

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Sept. 3, 2025

From Police Work to Yoga: Vance Row on Recovery, Wellness, and Purpose

In this powerful episode of Beneath the Helmet, retired Fire Chief and coach Arjuna George sits down with Vance Row of Yoga Rescue, a former police officer who turned his life around through yoga, sobriety, and a deep commitment to wellness.
Vance opens up about his journey from law enforcement into teaching yoga, the struggles with alcohol and mental health that nearly ended his career, and how discovering yoga became the lifeline that helped him reclaim his health, resilience, and purpo…

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Sept. 3, 2025

From Police Work to Yoga: Vance Row on Recovery, Wellness, and Purpose

In this powerful episode of Beneath the Helmet , retired Fire Chief and coach Arjuna George sits down with Vance Row of Yoga Rescue , a former police officer who turned his life around through yoga, sobriety, and a deep commi...

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Aug. 27, 2025

From the Ashes: Justin Champion on Trauma, Recovery, and Mental Health in the Fire Service

In this episode of Beneath the Helmet, retired Fire Chief Arjuna George sits down with Justin Champion—firefighter, veteran, and founder of From the Ashes, to talk about his journey through trauma, recovery, and cultural change in the fire ser…

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Aug. 20, 2025

From the Ashes: Justin Champion on Trauma, Recovery, and Mental Health in the Fire Service

From the Ashes: Justin Champion on Trauma, Recovery, and Mental Health in the Fire Service
Overcoming PTSD: A Firefighter's Journey - Beneath the Helmet Season 3
What happens when a firefighter who’s always been the one saving others finds himself in need of rescue? In this compelling episode of Beneath the Helmet, retired Fire Chief Arjuna George speaks with Justin Champion—a veteran, firefighter, and founder of From the Ashes—who opens up about his personal battle with PTSD, bur…

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Aug. 20, 2025

From the Ashes: Justin Champion on Trauma, Recovery, and Mental Health in the Fire Service

From the Ashes: Justin Champion on Trauma, Recovery, and Mental Health in the Fire Service Overcoming PTSD: A Firefighter's Journey - Beneath the Helmet Season 3 What happens when a firefighter who’s always been the one savin...

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Recent Blog Posts

Sept. 8, 2025

Resilience in Uniform: Vance Row on Sobriety, Healing, and the Power …

Resilience in Uniform: Vance Row on Sobriety, Healing, and the Power Yoga The pressures of public safety work, whether in firefighting, policing, or EMS, take a toll that too often goes unseen. Behind the uniform, countless first responders battle …

Read the Blog Post
Aug. 27, 2025

From the Ashes: Justin Champion on Trauma, Recovery, and Mental Healt…

In this episode of Beneath the Helmet, retired Fire Chief Arjuna George sits down with Justin Champion—firefighter, veteran, and founder of From the Ashes, to talk about his journey through trauma, recovery, and cultural change in the fire ser…

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Aug. 7, 2025

Harnessing AI for Firefighter Wellness and Smarter Training: A Conver…

Harnessing AI for Firefighter Wellness and Smarter Training: A Conversation with Justin Brunner In this episode of Beneath the Helmet, I sit down with someone who brings a rare combination of experience to the fire service: firefighter, educator, t…

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Reviews

This podcast is amazing!

"With the wisdom of lived experience Arjuna is creating a space where we can learn from stories, expertise and encouragement"

A Resilience Project | March 11, 2024

"Harmonizing Mind, Body, and Soul”

"The *Beneath the Helmet* podcast thoughtfully explores the interconnectedness of mind, body, and soul through engaging dialogues with expert guests. Each episode provides deep insights and actionable…"

Steve | April 14, 2024

Fabulous!!

"I think this podcast provides needed information to not only chief officers but to anyone in the fire service and beyond. Excellent topics and discussion!"

Michael Seth | April 15, 2024

This is what Sister In A Brotherhood means.

"My conversation with Chief George brought me back to my time on the job, talking with a brother, comfortable, casual, and welcoming. There is a difference speaking with someone who was on the job, u…"

Cindie Schooner-Ball | July 5, 2024

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"The fire service is one of the greatest jobs on Earth. Every day, in countries, states, cities, and towns across the globe, firefighters make a real impact on people’s lives. We handle every emergenc…"

John Cuomo | Sept. 4, 2024