Final Thoughts on Election Night 2021 - Election Rant

At the close of our Election Results Show Tuesday night, I admonished the residents of the City of Kinston for not voting. Like it or not you may complain about the road conditions, wasteful spending, crime rates, property transfers, etc., but I don't have to listen to you if you don't care enough to vote. Of the last 5 mayoral elections, this race had the 4th worst number of votes EVEN WITH 4 CANDIDATES FOR MAYOR. One would think that more candidates would equate to more voters. It's simply pathetic.

Post Election Analysis on the Bryan Hanks Show

On Wednesday morning, BJ and community leader Danny Rice went on the Bryan Hanks Show to give some post-election analysis. We spoke with incumbent winner Robbie Swinson and newcomer Chris Suggs. We discussed the accountability of office holders, big decisions coming soon, the role of the mayor, and much more.

This ain't a performance - Off the Record, Ep. 2.04

In this episode of OTR, Aleatha decrees she doesn't like fake people. #bigsurprise We discuss App State family weekend, my latest talks at ECU and North Lenoir, and more. Then my OTR Commentary chastises elected officials for not representing the people first.

ECU College of Business Leadership Conference - How to Make Money

What are the fundamentals of how to make money? How can you do that in an ethical way? In this address to ECU College of Business students, I shared, "We all will make more money if we invest our time into inspiring teams rather than managing employees."

Aleatha's Momma on the Birthday Episode - Off the Record, Ep. 2.03

We celebrated my 41st birthday with a special guest...Aleatha's momma! She addresses what "swivet" means and one mistake today's parents make. Oh, and guess how many times Aleatha's momma popped her on the show!

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We are Spun All the Way Up - Off the Record, Ep 2.02

Aleatha's in a swivet and we're spun all the way up on this episode of Off the Record. This may be the most Deep Run episode yet.

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Why We Shouldn't Care - Off the Record, Episode 2.01

Aleatha and I kick off a "new season" of OTR with a winding down of life's events this summer. We have an intense discussion about why we should stop caring about other people's opinions.

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The Bryan Hanks Show: Episode 421 - Danny Rice and BJ Murphy

Danny, a behind-the-scenes mover and shaker in Kinston politics for decades, makes his fifth appearance on the show. B.J., a former two-term mayor of Kinston and founder/publisher of Neuse News and Magic Mile Media, makes his debut on today's show.

Danny, B.J. and Bryan break down the Kinston mayoral and city council races, candidate-by-candidate and also take a look at some of the issues facing the candidates.

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Four Things You Can Do - Off the Record, Ep. 10

Aleatha and I consider "Neuse News: The Musical", we plan a team outing and I give four things you can do when complaining about politics. And what's our show without a few laughs?

Work Ethic - Off the Record - Ep. 9, Pt. 2

In part 2 of OTR Episode 9, BJ and Aleatha discuss what's missing in the work ethic of this generation. Can you guess Aleatha's motivation to work as a teenager? Too good to miss.

They Should Resign - Off the Record, Ep 9 - pt 1

This OTR was so much fun, we've made it a two-part episode. How many banks are on the south side? What gives BJ anxiety? Aleatha explains why BJ is a part of the problem. And BJ's OTR Commentary addresses the need for two Kinston City Councilmen to resign.

Tend Your Corn - Off the Record, Ep. 8

Aleatha's sidebar on "tending your own corn" was so strong, I almost didn't give my own OTR commentary. But I did and used it to address Vernon Park Mall. Enjoy OTR Episode 8 - Tend Your Corn.

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Tammy Kelly goes Off the Record, Ep. 7

Have you ever had your mouth washed out with soap? And my OTR commentary addresses the lack of humility and kindness in leadership. Join us as local Agricultural Extension Director Tammy Kelly joins Episode 7 of Off the Record.

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Twice Times - Off the Record, Ep. 6

The southern draw is strong, BJ apologizes to OTR viewers, and Aleatha compares BJ to Screech. All this and much more on Off the Record, Ep. 6 - Twice Times.

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Off the Record, Episode 5 - BJ and Aleatha

Aleatha describes having won Mom of the Year. BJ details his recent near-death experience. And the Off the Record commentary solves the shortage of workers challenge crippling our economy.

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BJ on the Encounter Grace Podcast

Ep. 16: On Making and Reporting News with B.J. Murphy.

Entrepreneur & Former Kinston Mayor, BJ Murphy talks about local politics, being involved in your community and navigating friendships in divisive times.

Off the Record, Episode 3 - Tony Sears

Kinston city manager Tony Sears joins me and Aleatha on Off the Record. And we spoke about everything but the City of Kinston. And in my sidebar commentary, I discuss managing finances and the best way to handle debt.

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Off the Record, Ep. 2 - Kelly Cannon

This week on “Off The Record” we have a special guest, BJ becomes a gift-giver, and Aleatha shares how she really feels about Facebook birthday posts.

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Off the Record - Episode 1

Ok, test run number 2, but this is too much fun not to share. We’ll start having guests soon. STAY TUNED!

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Off the Record - Episode 0 - Test

As we begin to play with the "Off the Record" set BJ and Aleatha shoot the breeze about a bunch of silly topics. Tell us what you liked best and also what topics you want us to discuss or guests you'd like us to invite on the show.

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