Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast Be the Weight Behind the Spear: Leadership, Service & Resilience with Dr. Josh McConkey
Podcast Episode | Talk-Show

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast

Be the Weight Behind the Spear: Leadership, Service & Resilience with Dr. Josh McConkey

Podcast Episode | Talk-Show

Dr. Josh McConkey-a decorated military physician, author, and former congressional candidate. Dr. McConkey shares his incredible journey from small-town Nebraska to the front lines of combat medicine, his experience serving in the U.S. Air...See moreDr. Josh McConkey-a decorated military physician, author, and former congressional candidate. Dr. McConkey shares his incredible journey from small-town Nebraska to the front lines of combat medicine, his experience serving in the U.S. Air Force, and his leadership philosophy behind his award-winning book "Be the Weight Behind the Spear." He dives into: The meaning behind being the weight behind the spear; His combat medicine experiences in Iraq during the 2007 troop surge; His run for Congress and the challenges of modern politics; The opioid crisis and its devastating effects on American communities; The importance of leadership, service, and resilience in shaping the next generation. Dr. McConkey also discusses his nonprofit foundation, the personal struggles that shaped his mission, and even a surprising lottery win that helped fund his efforts. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about duty, sacrifice, and making a real difference in the world. Written by Burke Allen See less