A new journey begins when you say farewell.

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.

podcastBJ MurphyAugust 19, 2021bj murphy, aleatha thrower, off the record, podcast, humor, southern, kinston, north carolina

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.

podcastBJ MurphyAugust 16, 2021off the record, bj murphy, aleatha thrower, podcast, show, kinston, north carolina

Goodbye, Hello - The Journey, Ep 85

As we tell our summer intern Drew goodbye, we say hello to out-of-town clients. And watch how our team celebrates a Wood Ducks win with Danny. Ha!

Copy the Right Cat - The Journey, Ep. 84

From an opportunity to teach on social media best practices to another Seymour Johnson AFB foam test, it's always ok to be a copycat as long as...The Journey, Ep. 84.

Where is Aleatha when I need her?: The Journey - Ep. 83

Watch BJ make an important news decision in a fast-paced social media world and share insights on how much he values likes, comments, and other vanity metrics. Plus the young MMM team drives him nuts. Ha!

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.

podcastBJ MurphyJuly 19, 2021bj murphy, bryan hanks, danny rice, election, podcast

Elsa, Doughnuts & an 18th Birthday - The Journey, Ep. 82

We sing, we laugh, we work and we play. And we celebrated another birthday! Congrats to Kristy on her promotion as well.

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.

blogBJ MurphyJuly 12, 2021bj murphy, city of kinston, city council, mayor, election

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?

How we make big decisions - The Journey, Ep 81

As our company loves to celebrate birthdays, we also found a new way to make big decisions around the office. And when BJ's on vacation, what actually happens?

Paying My Dues - The Journey, Ep 80

Aleatha commissions a painting, Danny describes BJ's management skills in one word and watch behind the scenes on the "Neuse News Insurgency" t-shirt idea.

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.

Dempsey's Drugs, A Tattoo? & Chivalry - The Journey, Ep. 79

The MMM team films a cool video and lands a national client, yet the big question is whether BJ gets a tattoo or not? ;)

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.

blogBJ MurphyJune 15, 2021bj murphy, city of kinston, city council, mayor, budget, taxes

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.

podcastBJ MurphyJune 9, 2021bj murphy, aleatha thrower, off the record, podcast, vernon park mall

Gracie & Taylor's Graduation - The Journey, Ep. 78

Last week, we became one step closer to Gracie and Taylor's "Journey" coming to an end. They'll finish their summer with us, so we're excited to keep them a bit longer.

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.

podcastBJ MurphyMay 24, 2021bj murphy, aleatha thrower, tammy kelly, off the record, podcast

Perform Little Monkey - The Journey, Ep. 77

"These ladies condition me to be a loser every day." Hahaha. Help us welcome our Summer Intern Drew Dacey and watch me and Danny face off in chivalry.