When I first saw this interview, it struck me as so inspiring and motivating. Maybe he could become a motivational speaker too. :)
Everything Alton talked about in his own life before becoming a television star, is much like my life now. While I'm not looking for fame and fortune, I know there is something out there for me but finding it has been difficult.
Looking at the interview again, especially now that I am trying to capture my own dreams, I need to take Alton's advice and "roll the big dice." Some days, however, I feel like it will never happen. I know those thoughts must not be in my head and that's why I revisited AB's interview.
What he said in the interview are the positive notes I need right now since I'm stalled in my search. It gives me some hope that big dreams do come true and I have just as good a chance as anyone else for that to happen. I've read countless tomes saying the same thing about finding your dream job, all say many of the same things AB did in that interview. However, coming from Alton the words are more meaningful to me than those books' authors because I know he's telling the truth and it does happen. I have to believe that.
PS: If you haven't seen the interview or would like to rewatch it, look no further. ;) Ah, the wonders of You Tube :)
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Have you seen the YouTube of Alton on David Letterman? You could tell Dave's antics were getting on Alton's nerves.. pretty funny. I was initially miffed at Dave for being such a jackass, but that's how he always is, and Alton should have seen it coming.
Have you stumbled across this anti-Alton article yet? http://www.bigfatblog.com/alton-brown-be-ashamed-your-fat-body
This 'advocacy' group took a few contextual liberties to get their point across.
About the Deutsch video.. I can't stand that guy or his vicarious show. But it was cool to hear some of Alton's back story. I still can't believe he's married. Seems a little too 'zany' to be settled down, lol.
Alton told a funny story about the Letterman Show back at the Opryland event in August. AB said at the end of the segment, he put some whipped cream in Letterman's suit jacket pocket. Alton kinda indicated he didn't like doing the the segment much with Letterman.
I felt the same way after watching AB talk about taking chances and rolling the dice.
When I talk about why I went to culinary school. I ALWAYS tell them it's because of Alton. He inspired me to go back to school at a late age, and learn something new. He sparked an interest in me to learn about food, cooking and the science behind it.
I thank him for getting me to where I am now. I used to unload trucks for a dept. store and now I am a respected cook at an upscale grocery store. I feel better and have more confidence in myself and I owe it all to Alton.
Having more confidence in myself has given me the courage to apply for the Next Food Network Star..($ years in a row!)Something I otherwise never would have thought to do!
Hey Vicky! :)
You have a great story. I'm so glad you have found something you love to do. You are more proof that finding your calling in life pays off.
I hope you have much success. When you get on TNFNS, you'll kick butt!
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