Audio book descriptionDriven by ambition, John Johson left his alcoholic and abusive parents behind to carve out a life for himself. Educated and capable, Johnson rose to the top of a major TV network, and for a "poor black kid in a white world" his career was everything to him. But when he returned home, his mother's death and his father's battle with cancer made Johnson focus on healing old wounds.
Audio book descriptionBrandon Tartikoff, former president of NBC Entertainment and one of the most popular executives in television history, draws on his experiences at NBC to offer lessons about the nature of the entertainment business, the rise and fall of celebrity, and the changing tastes of America. The erudite and witty executive brings all of his charm to bear in this entertaining and educational memoir.
Audio book descriptionYears before he played J. Peterman on Seinfeld, danced his way into the hearts of America as the first-ever champion of Dancing With the Stars, and hosted NBC's National Dog Show, award-winning actor, composer, and writer John O'Hurley was d…
Audio book descriptionOver the last two decades, Tim Russert has become one of the most trusted and admired figures in American television journalism. Throughout his career he has spent time with presidents and popes, world leaders and newsmakers, celebrities and sports heroes…
