THE LEFT LANE
A world of bikers
Advertiser Staff and News Services
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On Sunday, the programs are "Motorcycle Mania II" at 5 and 9 p.m., in which a biker treks from Long Beach, Calif., to Sturgis, S.D., to the wild motorcycle jamboree, riding a chopper he designed; "American Chopper" at 6 and 10 p.m., telling the story of Orange County Choppers in Rock Tavern, N.Y., and the full-custom bike featured in American Iron Magazine; and "Motocycle Women" at 7 and 11 p.m., which follows five female biker enthusiasts, from neophyte to seasoned pro, on the toughest rides of their lives.
Looking for 'Action'
Four months ago, the idea of a televised talent competition seemed like it was pretty much dead. Now, it's in danger of suffering from overkill. On the heels of Fox's hit "American Idol" came announcements of a show for aspiring country-music singers on USA; a revival of "Star Search" at CBS; and NBC's "The Next Action Star."
"The Next Action Star" features a cross-country casting search for prospective stars to be cast in a movieNBC has also added another show with a similar format to its roster. Tentatively titled "The Funniest Person in America," the eight-episode series will look to give a stand-up comic his or her big break.
Eat like yer gonna die
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"Soprano" fans will love the made-up interviews with characters that open each chapter. There's a really helpful guide to the food terms you hear in the show. And, yes, you'll find the recipe for Carmella's Pineapple Rigot' Pie here — the one she used to blackmail a woman into giving her daughter a letter of recommendation to Yale.
