Going Interior Podcast

Going Interior Podcast, Season 2, Episode 204: Optimism is a Happiness Magnet

Disney music in Fire Academy? Firefighter and Upgrade Captain Connor Charlesworth brings a joyfully unique style to mentoring the next generation of firefighters. He shares his compelling story of early loss and enduring positivity.   The Grand Junction Fire Department sponsors this episode through our Peer Support Team. The goal is to educate and connect our firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and leadership, emphasizing the importance of mental health and peer support in maintaining a resilient and effective fire service team

Going Interior Podcast, Season 2, Episode 203: Families Behind the Flames

Join us for a conversation with GJFD fire wives Jessica Mays and Meghan DeHaan as they share their experiences balancing full-time careers, raising kids, and supporting their firefighter spouses. As active members of Families Behind the Flames—a women’s auxiliary group—they are fostering connection, encouragement, and a true sense of family for those who stand behind the Grand Junction Fire Department The Grand Junction Fire Department sponsors this episode through our Peer Support Team. The goal is to educate and connect our firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and leadership, emphasizing the importance of mental health and peer support in maintaining a resilient and effective fire service team

New Episode September 1st: Families Behind the Flames

Join us for an interview with GJFD fire wives Jessica Mays and Meghan DeHaan as they share how they balance raising kids, working full-time jobs, and supporting their firefighter spouses. Through their involvement in Families Behind the Flames—a women’s auxiliary group—they’re helping build connection, support, and a true sense of family for those who stand behind the Grand Junction Fire Department.

Going Interior Podcast, Season 2, Episode 202: To Iraq and Back

Welcome to Going Interior—a podcast about doing hard jobs and living well. Former Combat Medic and Firefighter Shawn Montgomery takes us on a personal journey through these high-stakes jobs and their impact on his life.   Join our host, Captain Jamie Kavanaugh, for this wide-ranging and thoughtful discussion—and don’t forget to share the episode with your friends. The Grand Junction Fire Department sponsors this episode through our Peer Support Team. The goal is to educate and connect our firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and leadership, emphasizing the importance of mental health and peer support in maintaining a resilient and effective fire service team

Going Interior Podcast, Season 2, Episode 201: Resilience, Compassion and Equanimity

Welcome to Going Interior—a podcast about doing hard jobs and living well. We’re kicking off the 2025 season with a deeply meaningful conversation featuring Kevin Watt: hospice chaplain, spiritual counselor, and meditation teacher. Kevin weaves together threads of spirituality, philosophy, and personal experience to help those he serves explore their unique beliefs, doubts, and needs. With a rich background that spans multiple faith traditions and secular approaches, Kevin meets people where they are—offering compassionate support and insight to anyone seeking a more grounded, resilient life. His passion? Helping people cultivate compassion and equanimity amid the messiness and uncertainty of real life. Join our host, Captain Jamie Kavanaugh, for this wide-ranging and thoughtful discussion—and don’t forget to share the episode with your friends. The Grand Junction Fire Department sponsors this episode through our Peer Support Team. The goal is to educate and connect our firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and leadership, emphasizing the importance of mental health and peer support in maintaining a resilient and effective fire service team.