December 19, 2022
We had some hiccups, but we survived… – The Journey, Ep. 132
The importance of Tyler Childers, a lesson on POD’s and a very eventful Christmas parade. It’s all part of The Journey. 🎄
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November 4, 2021
The Mayor’s Role – A clip from The Bryan Hanks Show
On Wednesday morning, immediately following the election, I was a guest on The Bryan Hanks Show. Since mayors across the country have different levels of authority, I took a moment to remind his audience and our community what the mayor’s role in Kinston is.
November 4, 2021
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.
November 4, 2021
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.
October 19, 2021
Facebook Live: Not My Job
RANT ALERT: I’ve been bombarded with requests to publish so-called “dirt” on candidates for office. Here’s my response…
July 12, 2021
BJ Murphy: If not you, who?
I am more concerned about the next four years for Kinston today than I was four years ago.
The impasses we face with the City of Kinston pose significant challenges for our community’s future, and we need leaders to step up at a time such as this. The mayor’s seat and two councilmembers’ seats are up for grabs, and the $10 filing fee period ends on Friday, July 16th at 12:00 pm.
Now is not the time to complain. Now is not the time to critique. Instead, if you feel led to run or compelled to serve your community greater than your role today, here is your opportunity to influence or shape the change you desire.
July 8, 2021
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?
June 23, 2021
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.
June 15, 2021
BJ Murphy: Kinston City Council can make amends Tuesday evening
Sadly for the second year in a row, the Kinston City Council has sought these personal increases, yet this year’s discussion is distracting from the fact that they are also raising property taxes. The cost to the taxpayers if approved would be $670,000. Despite the fact the Kinston City Council has already voted on their increases, they could amend the budget tonight, by stripping the salaries and allowances back to the FY20 funding and passing a revised budget.
April 8, 2021
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.