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Be the Weight Behind the Spear with Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey
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- Moments with Marianne
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- Jul 18, 2026
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Summary
As America celebrates 250 years of independence, what can our nation's service members teach us about leadership and preparing the next generation? Tune in for an inspiring discussion for Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey on his new book Be The Weight Behind The Spear. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.com Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey is a board-certified Emergency Physician, U.S. Air Force Reserve officer, award-winning author, and leadership advocate dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders. A four-time Telly Award winner and founder of the Weight Behind the Spear Foundation, Dr. McConkey has spent his career leading in medicine, the military, and his community. He lives in North Carolina with his wife, Elsa, and their three children, where he continues his mission of inspiring young people to become leaders who make a positive difference in the world. https://www.weightbehindthespear.com Order on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0bkQxB2I Discover inspiring conversations with today's leading authors, celebrities, thought leaders, and change makers. To learn more about the Moments with Marianne Radio Show, explore guest interview opportunities, connect with Marianne, and follow her on social media, visit https://www.mariannepestana.com Explore the Moments with Marianne Book Club and find your next great read: https://www.mariannepestana.com/book-club/ Listen to the Moments with Marianne Radio Show on KMET 1490AM & 98.1FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, weekdays at 8:06 AM PT / 11:06 AM ET and Sundays at 10:06 AM PT / 1:06 PM ET. Learn more at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/moments-with-marianne