{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"National Police Association Podcast","title":"National Police Association Podcast with Guest, Dr. Josh McConkey, Physician, USAF Col. & Candidate ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1842,"description":"Episode OverviewIn this powerful episode, Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith sits down with Dr. Josh McConkey, an Air Force Colonel, ER doctor, and author of The Weight Behind the Spear, to discuss leadership, service, and the future of our country. From the emergency room to the battlefield, from classrooms to campaign trails, Dr. McConkey shares how true leadership means empowering others, holding people accountable, and restoring American values of duty and patriotism.Key Topics Covered1. The Weight Behind the SpearThe meaning behind Dr. McConkey’s leadership philosophy.Why America’s greatest strength is its people — teachers, mentors, coaches, and families who give others confidence and direction.How selfless leadership differs from ego-driven leadership.2. Teachers, Accountability, and America’s YouthThe decline of accountability in education and how it damages young people’s development.The importance of restoring teacher authority and supporting classroom discipline.Why teaching and policing are the two hardest — and most essential — jobs in America.3. Police Officers and School Resource OfficersThe critical role of school resource officers in protecting students.How removing officers from schools endangers educators and children alike.Real-world insights from an emergency physician who’s treated wounded officers.4. Tactical Medicine and ResiliencyHow tactical combat casualty care (TCCC) training has saved countless law enforcement lives.The growing threats of ambushes on police, firefighters, and paramedics.Why resilience, adaptability, and critical thinking define both military and law enforcement excellence.5. Patriotism and LeadershipThe uniquely American spirit of patriotism and why it matters.Lessons from overseas about what sets U.S. service members apart.How love of country fuels sacrifice, service, and moral clarity.6. From Combat Zone to Campaign TrailWhat inspired Dr. McConkey to run for Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina.How failed leadership during...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/gU-brZq1Gm21YyE94essDL79z5Uk7gncxiqyucCIgqg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jOTgx/NjVlNWM0MDNkZDQ0/MDdjMjgwYmQ2MzNk/M2Y5Ni5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}