Josh McConkey
- Writer
- Podcaster
- Executive Producer
Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey is a board-certified emergency physician, prior U.S. Air Force Reserve commander, and award-winning author with more than 20 years on the front lines of medicine and leadership. A former Duke University professor, he’s dedicated his career to service-both in uniform and in the community. His acclaimed book 'Be the Weight Behind the Spear'-along with his TV and podcast appearances-has earned multiple honors, including a 2025 Telly Award and a Pulitzer Prize nomination. Off the clock, he’s a husband and father of three, focused on raising the next generation of leaders right here in North Carolina.
