This is what I was thinking too. I don't see how this Pandora's box of publicity will help him at perhaps the most stressful point in his career. But maybe his inner egomaniac will come out and shine in the spotlight. I hope so!On the other hand, I question Johnn'y frame of mind. He is a major medal contender for the olympics, not like Bebe Liang and Dani Khale who were "stars" of Ice Diaries last olympic cycle. Does he really want cameras following him to practice sessoions, his programs broadcast to his competitors before the season begins, his weakness known etc. Most athletes, Johnny included have valued privacy in thier training, understandalby. I guess this means that his motive would be monetary. Remeber with his placement at nationals he did not get is usually couple of thousand for a medal at nationals which he is usually a shoe in for. He has mentioned lack of funding in the past.
Having a long reality show leading up to the Olympics could be the kick in the pants to ignite a new round of skating fandom.--sorely needed.
I remember Johnny from 06 Olympics and don't ever recall a US skater giving such a lame effort.
The reason there hasn't been much publicity about this series is that it will not debut until early January 2010.
Yeah, his efforts were so lame, they converted me to a fan overnight.I remember Johnny from 06 Olympics and don't ever recall a US skater giving such a lame effort.