It seems that these days, everybody wants to be an actor, singer or dancer and why not? The media portray it to be such a desirable pursuit with life changing rewards, opportunities and success in abundance.
Shows like the X Factor captivate people from a young age and have the power to influence them to pursue a career in the entertainment business.
Could an X Factor - type show, aimed at technology be the answer to raising the profile of STEM careers, influencing children from an early age and altering their perceptions?
Simon Cowell and will.i.am might put together an X Factor technology show
It would be interesting to read you comments on this.