RoadTurn: Reflections on the Paul Potts Story

Anyone out there feeling like your One Chance either already passed by or maybe got snatched up by someone just a little quicker and a little brighter? I know that feeling well.
Here is a treat from Rene Godefroy. Born in extreme poverty, Rene didn’t dare dream that he could have a different life. Then someone [...]

Some of you know that I often go off on a semi-rant about the seeming give-a-hoot attitude exhibited by those responsible for the promotion and public relations efforts on the Paul Potts team. I have received several disgruntled emails from members of that team–who think that they are doing a bang-up job. And maybe they [...]

America’s Got Talent who 302 splashed the screens last night, and the line-up included: A bartender who does the grind, a fire-eating lady, dancing pseudo-cowboys, a couple of really good singers, and Elvis. Read the show review at Buddy TV, and see Elvis right here:

The word is out that the One Chance movie is proceeding. Screenwriter Justin Zackham has been selected to write the script, which The Hollywood Reporter says is expected to be a comedy-drama.
Simon Cowell, Michael Menchley, and Steve Whitney are producing the film. For a read of the entire article, just click here.

Should you decide to trek to the United Kingdom to see the Britain’s Got Talent Live show, or vice versa, travel from Liverpool to catch the action at America’s Got Talent, don’t forget to pick up some international calling cards so that you can deliver all those on-site reports to the folks back home. Put [...]

I don’t know about this. Certainly, we have heard before that Simon Cowell’s ambitions have gone global and he is pushing for a World’s Got Talent show. According to an eNews media release, however, Simon is waiting long–the show is scheduled for July 1st of this year.
Reading between the lines, it could be that [...]

Okay, Connie Talbot does not appear to be in any serious run for her money…yet…but what 4 year old Kaitlyn Maher lacks in vocal ability, she sure makes up in just being cute. Remember now, Connie is two years older. One thing I know for certain…if Connie met Kaitlyn she would love her up and [...]

In the “What isn’t available on the internet?” column, I am pleased to report that Payday Loans are now available online. That’s right, no need to wait until next Friday to start spending that hard-earned cash, you can get an advance on your check, Now. No kidding.

There was some worry that the America’s Got Talent premier show would draw poor viewer numbers, seeing that it was pitted against the NBA Basketball Finals. That was not the case, according to a report today in the Los Angeles Times. Says that article:
NBC should be all smiles today. The third-season opener of “America’s [...]

How’s this for Yankee ingenuity: It was announced last night, at this year’s premier of America’s Got Talent, that the winner will not only walk away with a cool one million dollars, but will also perform on in Las Vegas!
That’s right folks, it’s the American version of the Royal Variety show–the Las Vegas Strip.
Judges Piers [...]

America’s Got Talent kicks off on June 17th and rumors are that the USA not only has an opera singer, but…a pig that can paint! Match that, Britain. April MacIntyre, writing for the M&C site, uncovered some tidbits about the coming string of performances.
Judges for the American version of the show are Piers Morgan, Sharon [...]

Here’s wishing all you dads the very best Father’s Day ever. For my part, fatherhood is the most important and best job that I’ve ever had. I remember that after the birth of my very first child, I was hesitant to have another–I just didn’t see how I could possibly love anyone as much as [...]