The Secret Life of Howard Hughes with Major General (ret.) Mark Musick

What if one of history’s most famous billionaires pulled off the greatest disappearance of the 20th century? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Major General (ret.) Mark Musick on his book Boxes: The Secret Life of Howard Hughes. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! Mark Musick retired from the military in 2008 at the rank of Major General. In 2002 Mark met Eva McLelland who told him a secret which she had not divulged to anyone, however since her husband of 31 years had just died it was time to tell someone. Her story consisted of the ingredients of fabulous wealth, a reclusive man unable to escape his famous life, assistance from the CIA providing an alternate identity, and a loving wife who knew how to keep a secret. The first book “Boxes, The Secret Life of Howard Hughes” was released in 2010. During the next six years additional information continued to come forward to confirm Eva’s wild story. The second edition was published in 2016. Let’s hear about the details of how Howard Hughes pulled the wool over the eyes of the public and lived his last 25 years with the woman he loved finally dying in Nov. 2001. Order on Amazon: To learn more about the show and interview opportunities contact us at:

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The Secret Life of Howard Hughes with Major General (ret.) Mark Musick is an episode from Moments with Marianne by Marianne Pestana LLC.

This episode is 51:00 long.

This episode was published on May 2, 2026.

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