Download or read book I Want to Change My Life written by Barrie Gunter and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2014-07-24 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Competition talent shows have been among the most popular on television in the 21st century. The producers of these shows claim to give ordinary people extraordinary opportunities to change their lives by showcasing a specific skill leading to a new career trajectory. Most participants will claim that they entered to get a big break and to develop a career they have always dreamed of. To what extent do these shows deliver on such promises? Following through what happens to leading contestants in singing, entertainment, modelling, cooking and business entrepreneur competitions, this book shows that few go on to achieve lasting success in their chosen career. Many return to obscurity or to their previous lives. Some enjoy a low level career in the new direction delivered by the competition they entered. Just a few become truly successful. The pop and entertainment themed contests have discovered just a handful of major pop stars and entertainers out of many hundreds who have taken part after the initial auditions. Turning to the cookery or business franchises, there are few who go on to achieve lasting success in their chosen career. In these it is equally likely that the winners go on to enjoy success with media careers rather than as chefs or entrepreneurs. The most successful franchise of all is the fashion model competition (Next Top Model), which has yielded a high hit rate in terms of career success. What the analysis here also reveals is that it isn’t only the winners who ultimately benefit the most from their appearances in these shows. Moreover, television picks its own stars by recruiting contestants because they are telegenic or have a good backstory as much as for their relevant talents. In this way, a talent hungry medium has co-opted these franchises to replenish its own needs.

Download or read book Amateur Media written by Dan Hunter and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rise of Web 2.0 has pushed the amateur to the forefront of public discourse, public policy and media scholarship. Typically non-salaried, non-specialist and untrained in media production, amateur producers are now seen as key drivers of the creative economy. This edited collection provides a much-needed interdisciplinary contextualisation of amateur media before and after Web 2.0. Surveying the institutional, economic and legal construction of the amateur media producer via a series of case studies, it features contributions from experts in the fields of law, economics, media studies and literary studies based in the US and Australia.

Download or read book The Joy of Eating written by Jane K. Glenn and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2021-11-05 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume explores our cultural celebration of food, blending lobster festivals, politicians' roadside eats, reality show "chef showdowns," and gravity-defying cakes into a deeper exploration of why people find so much joy in eating. In 1961, Julia Child introduced the American public to an entirely new, joy-infused approach to cooking and eating food. In doing so, she set in motion a food renaissance that is still in full bloom today. Over the last six decades, food has become an increasingly more diverse, prominent, and joyful point of cultural interest. The Joy of Eating discusses in detail the current golden age of food in contemporary American popular culture. Entries explore the proliferation of food-themed television shows, documentaries, and networks; the booming popularity of celebrity chefs; unusual, exotic, decadent, creative, and even mundane food trends; and cultural celebrations of food, such as in festivals and music. The volume provides depth and academic gravity by tying each entry into broader themes and larger contexts (in relation to a food-themed reality show, for example, discussing the show's popularity in direct relation to a significant economic event), providing a brief history behind popular foods and types of cuisines and tracing the evolution of our understanding of diet and nutrition, among other explications.

Download or read book Get a Life written by Tim Sledge and published by Church House Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exciting short course for 13-18 year olds exploring issues of vocation, calling, gifts, passions, and the big question that many young people dread being asked: 'What do you want to do with your life?'. Ideal for use with young people making big decisions about the future.

Download or read book Exposing Lifestyle Television written by Gareth Palmer and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-04-15 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the last decade lifestyle television has become one of the most dominant television genres, with certain shows now global brands with formats exploited by producers all over the world. What unites these programmes is their belief that the human subject has a flexible, malleable identity that can be changed within television-friendly frameworks. In contrast to the talk shows of the eighties and nineties where modest transformation was discussed as an ideal, advances in technology, combined with changing tastes and demands of viewers, have created an appetite for dramatic transformations. This volume presents case studies from across the lifestyle genre, considering a variety of themes but with a shared understanding of the self as an evolving project, driven by enterprise. Written by an international team of scholars, the collection will appeal to sociologists of culture and consumption, as well as to scholars of media studies and media production throughout the world.

Download or read book Celebrity Mad written by Brett Kahr and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-08-28 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This short book by Professor Brett Kahr provides a psychoanalytic understanding of fame and celebrity in the early twenty-first century, building upon the bedrock foundations of the Freudian corpus. The book is divided into six chapters. Chapter One explores the psychology of the celebrity, questioning narcissistic and exhibitionist psychopathology, while Chapter Two examines the psychological state of those of who revel in the fame of others and in celebrity culture more broadly, and offers a discussion of the "Celebrity Worship Syndrome". Chapter Three provides a very brief history of the concept of celebrity itself, arguing that, contrary to popular opinion, the culture of celebrification cannot be blamed on twenty-first-century media moguls, but, rather, that such a preoccupation with famous personalities can be traced back to ancient times and demonstrates the need to broaden our analysis to include the role of deep, unconscious psychological forces. In Chapter Four, Kahr reviews some important theoretical concepts advanced by Freud and Winnicott, which provide an important foundation for the psychoanalytic study of fame, while Chapter Five provides a more comprehensive theory of the unconscious psychological roots of the need to worship fame and to seek it, drawing upon a multitude of sources, ranging from psychoanalytic theory and developmental psychological research, to film, archaeology, and, perhaps surprisingly, the history of infanticide. The book concludes, in Chapter Six, by studying the psychodynamics of celebrity and fame, arguing that being recognised by one’s family and friends in the intimate context of home life may well be the very best way to become a celebrity. Celebrity Mad outlines a psychoanalytic theory of the roots of our obsession with fame. It will be of great interest to psychoanalytic practitioners and researchers, as well as to readers interested in the psychology of fame.

Download or read book Cook Smart Microwave written by Dean Edwards and published by Hamlyn. This book was released on 2023-12-07 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect companion to small and large kitchens alike, microwaves are one of the cheapest appliances to run and can deliver so much more than reheated food and ready meals. With a microwave, cooking a delicious dinner from scratch is as simple as pressing a button! With 90 recipes, including lightning lunches, speedy suppers, family dinners and more, Cook Smart: Microwave will help save you both time and money in the kitchen. Contents Include: Chapter 1: Start The Day Right In-a-flash BLT; All-in-a-bowl shakshuka; Cinnamon French toast in a mug Chapter 2: Take To Work Pimped-up instant ramen noodles; Smoky chickpea & chorizo couscous; On-the-fly Thai-style rice salad Chapter 3: Lightning Lunches 'Tandoori' chicken naan wrap; 5-minute prawn laksa; Caprese meatball sub Chapter 4: Speedy Suppers Creamy chorizo rigatoni; Microwave mac & cheese; Harissa salmon parcels Chapter 5: Family Dinners Pulled buffalo chicken baps; Chilli beef tacos; Minted lamb & feta meatballs Chapter 6: Lighter Bites Best-ever smoky beans on toast; Frittata for one; Zesty asparagus & peas with burrata Chapter 7: On the Side Loaded potato skins; Crispy poppadums with kachumber salad; Orange & honey glazed carrots Chapter 8: Time-Saver Meals & Cheat Ingredients Cheese fondue; Store cupboard chickpea biryani; Ginger chicken udon noodles Chapter 9: Something Sweet Passion fruit & lime curd sponge; Chocolate & honeycomb mousse; Salted caramel millionaire's shortbread

Download or read book Cook Smart Air Fryer written by Dean Edwards and published by Hamlyn. This book was released on 2023-09-28 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cooking food quickly and efficiently, the air fryer is the hot new gadget if you want to save money, time and energy. A healthier alternative to frying, it gives you that all-important crunch with little to no oil. Discover how to make the most of your air fryer with more than 90 simple and delicious recipes to try at home. With dishes to suit every occasion, this book shares all the creative ways you can benefit from this awesome appliance. Contents Include: Chapter 1: Start The Day Right Throw it all in omelette; Baked chocolate chip protein oats; Sausage & cheese muffin Chapter 2: Light Lunches Air fryer cheese & ham toastie; Roasted red repper & harissa soup; Spiced falafel wrap Chapter 3: Crisp it Up Hot honey buffalo wings; Cajun spiced cauliflower steak; Crispy oregano halloumi fries Chapter 4: Family Favourites Festive mini chicken roasts; Onion bhaji burger; Spicy meatballs in tomato sauce Chapter 5: Lighter Bites Chilli cheese naan bread pizza; Gambas pil pil with smokey chorizo; Pizza roll-ups Chapter 6: Something Saucy Chicken curry in a hurry; Super easy mac & cheesy; Pork & black bean noodles Chapter 7: On The Side Creamy leek & cabbage gratin; Best ever roast potatoes; Garlic & parmesan broccoli Chapter 8: Time Saver Meals Thai sticky chicken thighs; Miso glazed aubergine; Red pesto chicken & mozzarella bake Chapter 9: Something Sweet Chocolate salted caramel pudding; Banana & chocolate chip muffins; Air fryer shortbread biscuits

Download or read book Not Quite Nigella written by Lorraine Elliott and published by Penguin Group Australia. This book was released on 2013-04-24 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From passionate home cook to Australia's most popular food blogger, Lorraine Elliott has her cake and eats it too – and she's never been happier. Lorraine Elliott has long been a food enthusiast who believes cakes belong in an art gallery. Not so long ago she decided to ditch her day job as a highly paid media strategist to cook, eat and write – even though she's not quite Nigella. Now her fabulous food blog Not Quite Nigella is the go-to internet destination for hundreds of thousands of foodies from around the world. This is the story behind that journey. With her irresistible humour and optimism, Lorraine reveals the pitfalls, triumphs and challenges of becoming a full-time food blogger, and shares the best of her new-found wisdom: the secret to winning a man's heart through food, the key to baking perfect macarons, tips on hosting unforgettable dinner parties, and how to create a successful blog. More than a celebration of food, Not Quite Nigella is the inspiring and delightful story of how one woman set about turning a dream into a reality.

Download or read book Cakeboi written by Reece Hignell and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2022-11-15 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the Magic of Classic Aussie Bakes with MasterChef Australia Favorite Reece Hignell Reece Hignell, MasterChef Australia veteran and owner of the Cakeboi bakery, created this exceptional collection of classic Australian bakes so that anyone can become a baking pro. Inspired by his nan’s traditional desserts, this book is full of iconic cakes like his Spiced Rum Baba that made Katy Perry exclaim, “You’re the tits, Reece!” and his long-coveted Signature Lemon Tart. With chapters that lead you through everything from the basics of baking to creating your own sensational scones, sponge cakes and more, you’ll find all the inspiration and instruction you need to make a masterpiece in the kitchen.

Download or read book The Next Element written by Andy Allen and published by Hodder Christian Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Andy Allen is the winner of Channel Ten's Masterchef 2012 and this is his first book. He has had an amazing journey from first audition to winning and his page on the Masterchef website received hundreds of thousands of hits. As well as over 80 recipes the book contains anecdotes about his journey and experiences as well as recipes for the food he learnt to cook whilst on the programme. There are quick and enticing family recipes, recipes he shared with his buddies from the programme, Ben and Kylie, as well as his favourite seafood dishes.

Download or read book Cook Slow Light Healthy written by Dean Edwards and published by Hamlyn. This book was released on 2020-09-03 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following on from the success of Cook Slow, MasterChef's Dean Edwards returns with over 90 mouth-wateringly fresh and delicious recipes for perfect home-cooking. Slow cookers are often confined to heavy winter recipes made with stodgy ingredients and with poor nutritional content. Cook Slow: Light and Healthy shows you just how versatile your slow cooker can be with effortless, nourishing recipes inspired by dishes from around the world. Avoid boring 'diet food' and cook slow to create healthy, wholesome food for balanced eating. Don't own a slow cooker? Don't panic! The recipes in this book can be cooked either conventionally in the oven or in your slow cooker. Recipes include: Coconut Fish Curry 'Melt-in-your-mouth' Teriyaki Beef Vegan Black Bean 'Meatball' Marinara Chipotle Jackfruit Tacos Crispy Baked Aubergine Katsu Curry Maple Baked Figs with Granola "I'm not going to go all scientific on you, but at 70°C (160°F) something magical happens. At that temperature, the so-called tougher of chewier cuts of meat begin to break down and become meltingly tender and a joy to eat. Basic ingredients can blend into something spectacular. Something as simple as a beef stew using inexpensive ingredients can become a delicious healthy meal the whole family can enjoy." - Dean Edwards

Download or read book Milk Cardamom written by Hetal Vasavada and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2019-07-16 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sweeten Any Occasion with Bold, Unforgettable Desserts From Brown Butter Ghee Shortbread Cookies to Pomegranate Curd Brownies, these decadently spiced, versatile recipes are a joy to make and share. Drawing inspiration from her Indian-American upbringing and experience on MasterChef, Hetal Vasavada infuses every creation with the flavors of her heritage. The results are remarkable treats like Mango Lassi French Macarons and Ginger–Chai Chocolate Pot de Crème. Whip up a batch of small sweets (mithai) like Sesame Seed Brittle and Bourbon Biscuits, or impress guests with a fantastic breakfast like Banana Custard Brioche Donuts. The Gulab Jamun Cake, inspired by the quintessential Indian dough-balls soaked in spiced syrup, is the perfect showstopper for any gathering. Simple techniques and smart shortcuts make it easy to create familiar flavors or experiment with new ones. With delectable ingredients like ginger, cardamom, saffron, fennel and rose, every bite is worth celebrating.

Download or read book The Best Australian Humorous Writing written by Andrew O'Keefe and published by Melbourne Univ. Publishing. This book was released on 2008-12-01 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Best Australian Humorous Writing, Andrew O’Keefe and Steve Vizard corral our funniest minds and canniest observers into one entertaining anthology. The writers bring a unique antipodean mirth to everything that has touched our lives in recent times-from Sir Ian McKellen disrobing on stage to busting up the Logies, from the privatisation of Telstra to the curves of Nigella Lawson, from the perils of entertaining children to the perennial outrage that modern telecommunications offers. Among the contributors: Phillip Adams * David Astle * Graeme Blundell * The Chaser Kaz Cooke * Ian Cuthbertson * Mark Dapin * Catherine Deveny Frank Devine *Alexander Downer * Dame Edna Everage * Charles Firth Germaine Greer * Gideon Haigh * Marieke Hardy * Wendy Harmer Clive James * Danny Katz * Malcolm Knox * John Lethlean * Mungo MacCallum * Shane Maloney * Shaun Micallef * Paul Mitchell * Les Murray * Guy Rundle * Roy Slaven * Tony Wilson * Julia Zemiro

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Download or read book MasterChef Street Food of the World written by Genevieve Taylor and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-03-09 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MasterChef: Street Food of the World is a no-holds-barred celebration of a food trend that continues to grow exponentially, delighting and enticing foodies. This exciting new book takes inspiration from the hugely successful pop up restaurants that continue to delight in their sheer theatre, as well as the street food vans and street food festivals that proliferate worldwide. From burritos, churros and pretzels to shrimp po' boy, Pad Thai or aromatic buns, it is estimated that 2.5 billion people per day eat street food across the world – a staggering figure. From affordable snacks to the more up-market, this collection will focuses on the celebration of fresh and local ingredients and different cultures and cuisines. Often quick and easy to make, these recipes will delight the home chef who wants to create sensational street snacks in their own kitchens. Written by the brilliant Genevieve Taylor, the book also features recipe contributions from MasterChef winners from around the world, such as Ping Coombes, Brent Owens and Claudia Sandoval. Chapters celebrate the best of each nation and continent, with photography from the legendary David Loftus to create a striking, vibrant and colourful book.

Download or read book MasterChef Cookbook written by Joann Cianciulli and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2010-08-31 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the nationwide search for America's best amateur chef, thousands of home cooks from across the country created their signature dish for an awe-inspiring panel of judges. Doctors, businessmen, students, construction workers, and stay-at-home moms alike put their heart on the plate for a chance to become the country's first-ever MasterChef. From the Mississippi Delta to the Midwest, exotic ethnic dishes to all-American staples, these talented home cooks showed the judges—and the world—what this country is really cooking. Now you can cook with the contestants and judges in your very own kitchen with the MasterChef Cookbook. Learn how to master the basic skills that define any chef; discover an exciting array of ingredients that will inspire new creations; and find out what the judges would have cooked if they were given the same challenges faced by the contestants. From Cinnamon-Orange French Toast to Vietnamese Chicken and Rice; Southern-Fried Pork Chop to New England–Style Bouillabaisse; Bittersweet Chocolate Soufflé to Flaky Apple Pie, the MasterChef Cookbook offers more than 80 savory, sweet, and scrumptious recipes that prove some of the nation's most delicious food comes from its most humble kitchens.