Oprah welcomed TV stars Brooke Burke, Randy Jackson, and Paula Deen to share their experiences returning to their first jobs, and each star also added a little extra to the show by talking about their latest projects.
Original Air Date:
Monday, April 26, 2010
Guests:
- Brooke Burke
- Randy Jackson
- Paula Deen
- Ali Wentworth
Show Summary:
Oprah welcomed television celebrities to return to their humble starts and go back to their first jobs. Cameras followed as Brooke Burke from Dancing with the Stars, Food Network's Paula Deen, Randy Jackson from American Idol, and Ali Wentworth relived working as a pretzel girl, bank teller, grocery bag boy, and sitting in as an Oprah producer.
In addition to seeing if they have any skills left for their first jobs, the celebrities also share insider secrets from their latest projects. Brooke Burke shared her joy at getting the hosting spot for DWTS and the latest cast has been, while Randy Jackson commented on the most recent Idol news.
Special Highlights:
This episode featured the following highlights:
- Brooke Burke took Oprah's cameras behind-the-scenes of DWTS to show the spray tanning, makeup, costumes, and dress rehearsals required to pull off the live dancing competition.
- Brooke visited an Auntie Anne's pretzel shop and learned how to twist fresh pretzels - a task she never had to do at 15.
- Paula Deen stepped up as a bak teller; a job she held off and on for two decades. Paula shared her Hash Brown Casserole, a recipe that helped her feed her sons when money was tight.
- Randy Jackson bagged groceries as a teen, a job that helped him learn a strong work ethic.
- Ali Wentworth took a spot as an Oprah producer for a day and went behind the show to reveal just how much work is required.
What to Take Away from the Show:
After watching this episode it was clear that each of he celebrities who returned to their first job found a way to turn their passion into a way to make a living. While Oprah spoke to Paula Deen in was clear that determination to feed your family can produce inventive ideas that spark from love of doing something -- in Paula's case, that was cooking. Paula had a great quote during the show which stated that there is "no sin in failing, the sin is in never trying." So to inspire viewers while watching the show, Paula encouraged viewers to follow their dreams and give themselves the chance to fail or make it big.
Products Featured in This Episode:
Paula Deen - 'Savannah Style'
Paula Deen's latest book, Savannah Style, released in April 2010, focuses on the rich and magical world that is her beloved city. Known for her southern cooking and loving personality, Paula Deen switched gears to bring her love of style to her readers.
