Olympian and Race car driver, AJ Muss: From Brain Trauma to Recovery & Racing

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In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Aaron "AJ" Muss, Olympic snowboarder and professional race car driver, to unpack a raw and transformative journey through brain trauma, addiction recovery, and elite performance.

AJ opens up about surviving a near-fatal accident, the physical and emotional toll of invisible injuries, and the mental battles that followed. From his time competing on the world’s biggest stages to navigating mental health setbacks and identity loss, this episode reveals what it truly means to rebuild—and evolve—after life-changing trauma.

Together, Deny and AJ explore:

The mental resilience required for Special Operations and professional sports

How addiction and trauma intersect in high-performance environments

The importance of vulnerability, support systems, and community

The role of mindset, movement, and purpose in long-term recovery

Lessons in personal growth, balance, and redefining success

This episode is a must-listen for veterans, athletes, and anyone battling brain injury, PTSD, or recovery from trauma. It’s a deep reminder that healing is possible when you embrace the process—and allow others in.

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Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Special Operations Collaboration

02:58 Challenges in Special Operations Funding

05:53 Overcoming Adversity: AJ's Journey

11:56 The Road to Recovery and Resilience

17:54 Understanding Brain Trauma and Emotional Health

23:59 The Power of Vulnerability and Support Systems

26:10 Understanding Addiction and Treatment

28:03 The Journey of Recovery

29:51 Mindset and Performance

33:58 The Importance of the Journey

38:53 Transitioning to New Challenges

42:54 Giving Back to the Community

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