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The Giz Wiz (HD Video)

Dick DeBartolo & Chad Johnson
Gadgets
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Thanksgiving
Christmas Gadgets
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Hamilton Beach
Hearing Aids
LED Gadgets

Chad Johnson (OMGchad) joins MAD's Maddest Writer, Dick DeBartolo, for "The Giz Wiz!" Each episode features silly, unique, and crazy gadgets and gizmos, fan videos, letters, and more!

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Latest Episodes

We cool off with a fan that doubles as a cold compress, try a wearable speaker, uncover another WTHII gadget, and Chad rolls into trouble with a tabletop bowling game.

Dick checks out a stunning laser projector, a flashlight packed with tools, and another mystery gadget while Chad tests premium bone-conduction headphones.

Dick checks out premium Bose speakers, a glowing solar lantern, and a hose-free watering gadget while Chad rolls out a new chair mat.

We test a weird new toothbrush, fight ticks with Thermacell tubes, cool off with bladeless fans, and Chad reviews a monitor memo board.

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Recent Guests

Ivan Han
Video contributor and reviewer who has done segments for the show
Episode: Episode #2093: Dick Gets Hosed
Mo (Uncle Lala)
Viewer and guest contributor who sends bizarre gadgets and participates in 'What The Heck Is It' segments
Episode: Episode #2088: Completely Unhinged
Kevin Rose
CES 2005 guest, featured in Dick DeBartolo's warehouse segment
Kevin Rose / TechTV co-founder
Episode: Episode #2087: Pet Assembly Prohibited
Mike Cardy
Contributor who discussed the author clock project
Episode: Episode #2086: Traffic Buoy
Mo Torres
Contributor for What the Heck Is It segment / family participant in the live show
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Episode: Episode #2085: Watt a Scam
Chad Johnson
Tech enthusiast and co-host
The Giz Wiz
Episode: Episode #2066: Chad Needs Some Doh
Guest Speaker
Spokesperson for Tony Box
Tony's
Episode: Episode #2025: Bin There Done That
Unidentified Speaker (Petal)
Rep for Petal
Petal
Episode: Episode #2023: Who Let the Dogs In?
Unidentified Speaker (Will Personal Electronics)
Rep for Will Personal Electronics
Will Personal Electronics
Episode: Episode #2023: Who Let the Dogs In?

Hosts

Dick DeBartolo
MAD Magazine Maddest Writer; Host of The Giz Wiz; long-running gadget-focused host with MAD Magazine and The Giz Wiz affiliations.
Chad Johnson
Gadget enthusiast and OMGchad; Co-host and familiar presence with hands-on gadget demos and Toy Fair coverage.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Just WHOOOOOOOOOO

    Amazing with two people that are amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Itscoolbeatle64
    United States7 months ago
  • Awesome

    I didn't think I could find any body as obsessed about gadgets as me...but it seams that I have finally done it! I AM WITH MY PEOPLE!!! Thank you sooooooo much Dick and Chad for entertaining me every week.

    P.S I am deslecsic so I love someone like Chad who sees a similar views to me.

    Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BOB WANNABEE
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Fun podcast

    Afun podcast that looks at an reviews alot of fun tech and also makes us aware of garbage that is out there!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pks29733steel
    United States10 years ago
  • With or without Leo it's The GizWiz

    Good job Chad. As they say gets better with age ,and makes its own gray.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    griggins
    United States10 years ago
  • It's still a great podcast!

    OmgChad is awesome with Dick. So keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    c4gray
    United States11 years ago

Listeners Say

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Fans appreciate the high-energy gadget demos and banter between hosts.
Listeners value candid skepticism about questionable gadgets and realistic testing.
Community feedback highlights fans' enjoyment of live show segments and guest demos.

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Episode #2036: Blow and Glow
Q: Can I go into their device and help them out?
Yes, family members can manage contacts and settings remotely or call for assistance through a red help button on the device.
Episode #1995: Lamp On a Clamp
Q: What will we do next week?
We'll move to backyard party gadgets moving forward.

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A lighthearted tech and gadget show driven by playful banter between a long-running host duo. Episodes center on quirky demos, product reviews, live gadget tests, and fan-submitted clips, often with live segments from toy fairs, audience interactions, and occasional investigative notes about questionable gadgets. The tone blends humor with practical, hands-on testing, making it appealing to gadget enthusiasts, early adopters, and consumer skeptics alike. Noteworthy are recurring segments, collaborations with guest gadget experts, and a strong sense of community supported by fans through Patreon and live content.

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The Giz Wiz launched 13 years ago and published 66 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Giz Wiz include:

1. Ivan Han
2. Mo (Uncle Lala)
3. Kevin Rose
4. Mike Cardy
5. Mo Torres
6. Chad Johnson
7. Guest Speaker
8. Unidentified Speaker (Petal)

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