Off the Record with BJ Murphy

Senator Jim Perry is a native of Lenoir County and proud father of three. He went to Woodington Middle School, South Lenoir High School, Lenoir Community College and North Carolina State University. A few days ago, he dropped by Magic Mile Media and Neuse News to chat with BJ about a range of topics including some of his career and life experiences. Jim shared his thoughts on how our legislature works, why we should pay attention to the Second Amendment debate, and the importance of the North Carolina 2020 census. Key points A peek into Jim Perry’s early life and the school years Jim’s first real job and first stab at entrepreneurship Business lessons Jim learned from a career at Affordable Care Inc. Being a senator can seem like a thankless job and it is definitely time-consuming Challenges in North Carolina and why your census information matters The current situation with our state budget and other hot issues The Second Amendment: it’s about culture and the realities of our environment What would 48-year-old Jim Perry tell his 22-year-old self? How can you help? www.bjmurphy360.com www.jimperrync.com

In our first podcast episode of 2020, we’re doing things a little differently. In the studio is Gram Spear, Vice President of Perry Management Inc. A native of Kinston, Gram attended Appalachian State University and East Carolina University. His wife and several friends recently launched a faith-based private school to deliver classical education accessible to all students, regardless of economic backgrounds. On this episode, Gram chats with BJ about basketball, social media, business practices, life, legacy and a deep commitment to faith. Key points • The backstory: Gram’s early life and the Spear’s family business • How Gram ended up at Perry Management Inc. • Thoughts on LinkedIn • Businesses need to control their own narrative   • Examples of how people spread misinformation on social media • Opportunity scholarships in North Carolina • Gram talks about his faith and how it impacts his business and family life   • Hope Preparatory Academy is offering classical Christian education   • A great Brandon Ingram story • What advice would 52-year-old Gram Spear give to his 22-year-old self? www.bjmurphy360.com

Big Foot is real. And he lives in the southside?Join BJ and Aleatha as they dive into hilarious conversations about upcoming trips to New York, summer memories, and Aleatha's wild claims about a mysterious woods-dwelling creature. Is Bigfoot real? Hear the shocking story of a missing cooler and late-night patio encounters! Plus, insights into internships, back-to-school excitement, and the joys of summer.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro and Studio Setup5:00 - New York Trip Preparations15:00 - Summer Memories and School Talk25:00 - The Bigfoot Saga30:00 - Pranks and Wrap-up

What did she just call Destiny? 🫢 We are talking junk over here what are y'all doing? 🤣 Happy Friday!www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

Listen. Not every recording is great. This one? Boring. But we are gonna post it anyway and if you make it to the end without falling asleep you are a REAL ONE! www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

Off the Record, Episode 2.24 – It Was in the CalendarAleatha wants her money back. I want young men to look me in the eye. And we both want keyboard warriors to be like that in person.www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

When the interns start asking questions and Aleatha's snap story resurfaces… it’s another Off the Record kind of day.www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

BJ and Aleatha answer questions prepared by Destiny and the interns. What happens next is completely UNHINGED!www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

BJ Murphy and Aleatha Thrower discuss:- Did Chick-fil-A change their chicken and fries?- Was the Blue Origin flight fake?- The next Ice Bucket Challenge- Do French women shave their armpits?and more.www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

Did she just say 𝐌𝐀𝐘𝐎𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐌𝐔𝐑𝐏𝐇𝐘? Can you even IMAGINE Aleatha as a 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐘? Just having some fun! Happy Friday! *No politicians were harmed in the making of this video 😂www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

We have no words. Just listen.www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

Forks > spoons and other things no one cares about but us.www.bjmurphy360.comwww.magicmilemedia.com

BJ and Aleatha are back, breaking down the Grammy drama and calling out Kinston’s loudest keyboard warriors—because somehow, even from 600 miles away, they still can’t let it go. Plus, let’s be honest… sometimes the playground bully needs to get punched in the mouth.Topics on this episode:🎤 “Some people just need to get punched in the mouth.” – BJ & Aleatha discuss who deserves a reality check🏆 Breaking down the Grammy drama – Who won, who got snubbed, and the industry politics🎶 Kendrick vs. Drake – The diss track war and why hip-hop beef is at an all-time high💻 Keyboard warriors from 600 miles away – Why do people leave Kinston but still can’t stop talking about it?🤔 Who decides what’s “real” country music? – The controversy around Beyoncé, Morgan Wallen, and genre gatekeeping😡 Dealing with haters – Why some people thrive on negativity and what to do about it🎧 The power of music – Why it’s the most important thing in life (according to Aleatha)🔥 Fighting the urge to throw hands – Aleatha’s hypothetical (or not so hypothetical) showdown🎭 Live music vs. recorded music – Would movies be the same without soundtracks?🎶 Swifties vs. the world – Aleatha’s unwavering Taylor Swift loyalty and why she’s ready to fight over itLearn more about BJ >>>www.bjmurphy360.com

Some of this mess you guys are doing on Facebook has GOT to GO for 2024! Let us know in the comments if you agree or disagree with us and look - if you agree with us - we still love you. And if you don't - we still love you. But also we said what we said. - BJ Murphy & Aleatha Thrower

This is probably the most "Off the Record" we have ever been. But you know what? "We said what we said."

Aleatha walked into the office and said we had to record today because she needed to fuss at me. But then I threw her off her game as only I can do. Enjoy her rants! www.bjmurphy360.com

After a 6-month to 10-year hiatus, we're back!!! Aleatha admits she was becoming too famous, so she stopped recording OTR. Find out what's been happening and what we would've told our younger selves. #offtherecord www.bjmurphy360.com

BJ has 4 cups of coffee before 11am and was up at 2am - what in the world!? And Aleatha just might skip Christmas altogether! hahaha

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. www.bjmurphy360.com

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! www.bjmurphy360.com