The Krieger Files Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey- Author of, 'Be the Weight Behind the Spear'
Podcast Episode | Talk-Show

The Krieger Files

Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey- Author of, 'Be the Weight Behind the Spear'

Podcast Episode | Talk-Show

Dr. Josh McConkey, an emergency physician, military commander, and author of Be the Weight Behind the Spear, explores the deepening mental health crisis among Generation Z-a crisis intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. In his book, he ...See moreDr. Josh McConkey, an emergency physician, military commander, and author of Be the Weight Behind the Spear, explores the deepening mental health crisis among Generation Z-a crisis intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. In his book, he draws from frontline experiences in both medicine and combat to address the rising rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide among young people. He argues that the pandemic didn't create these problems, but it accelerated them by disrupting critical social structures like school, church, and community. With face-to-face interaction replaced by screens, many young people lost the opportunity to build resilience, communication skills, and a sense of belonging. Be the Weight Behind the Spear offers a rallying call to restore purpose, accountability, and connection in a generation searching for direction-urging families, leaders, and communities to stand behind them with strength, not just sympathy. Written by David Krieger See less