John Murphy's life journey began in San Diego, California, but his heart remains deeply rooted in Nebraska, the state he considers his true home. His academic pursuits led him to the University of Nebraska, where he majored in Broadcasting Journalism, laying the foundation for a successful career in the entertainment industry.
During his junior year in college, Murphy was offered a drive-time radio show in Omaha, which marked the beginning of his illustrious radio career. He went on to host popular morning radio shows in Seattle, Washington D.C., Portland, San Diego, and Los Angeles, cementing his reputation as a talented and charismatic on-air personality.
After making a name for himself in radio, Murphy transitioned to TV production, joining New Wave Entertainment in Los Angeles as a producer of theatrical marketing and DVD content. He later expanded his expertise to produce and direct original documentary content for prominent networks such as HBO, A+E, Discovery, SyFy, and Starz, showcasing his versatility and dedication to his craft.
Murphy's most notable achievement is his work as a writer and producer on the CBS Daytime Series, "Henry Ford's Innovation Nation," which has earned him two Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Special Class Series (producer) and Outstanding Writing for Special Class Series.
In his personal life, Murphy is married to marketing consultant Dana Jones, and the couple shares two beautiful daughters, Taylor and Cameron. They reside in Pasadena, California, where they continue to thrive and make a lasting impact in their respective fields.
