FDNY Stories: A Life of Service, Survival, and Cuisine With Joseph Bonanno
In the final episode of Season 2 of 'Beneath the Helmet,' host Arjuna sits down with Joseph Bonanno, a retired FDNY firefighter, author of 'American Firehouse Cuisine,' and winner of America's Greatest Firehouse Chef. They discuss Joseph's journey through the fire service, his experiences with mental health, and his passion for nutrition and cooking. The conversation delves into the importance of mental wellness, confronting PTSD, and coping with personal loss. Tune in for a deep and inspirational conversation that celebrates firehouse cuisine and provides critical insights into firefighter health and wellness.
00:00 FDNY Stories: A Life of Service, Survival, and Cuisine With Joseph Bonanno
01:22 Introduction to Beneath the Helmet
01:58 Meet Joseph Bonanno: Firefighter, Chef, and Author
02:59 Joseph's Early Firehouse Experiences
04:05 Cooking in the Firehouse
06:55 The Busy Life of a Firefighter
08:49 From Firehouse Cook to Published Author
13:58 The Journey to Publishing a Cookbook
23:55 A Life-Changing Experience on 9/11
32:43 The Rig in the World Trade Center Museum
33:09 Captain Patrick Brown's Heroic Stand
33:35 Delivering the Tape to Families
34:13 Outpouring of Support from Across the World
34:31 Attending Funerals and Representing the Fire Service
38:20 Advice for Young Firefighters on Cooking
39:17 Cherish Your Career and Colleagues
41:56 The Importance of Good-Natured Kidding
45:34 Personal Stories of Loss and PTSD
54:13 Seeking Help and Group Support
01:01:12 Launching a Firehouse Cooking Show
01:02:26 Final Thoughts and Embracing Your JobOne of our original guest, Jeff Dill, is mentioned in this episode, If you want to learn more about Jeff Dill, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI6Z2oDzKNw&t=57s and listen to our conversation there.
Connect with Joseph
Email: fdnybanana@gmail.com
www.americanfirehousecuisine.com
Arjuna George - Fire Chief (ret)
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