The Giz Wiz (Audio)

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!

Episode #2056: Gel Yeah!

We start with a what the heck is it, get gelly with some pens, and test out a fan that left us… less than blown away. Chad wraps things up with a streaming box that’s cheap!

09-06
58:45

Episode #2055: Dick Carries a Torch

We fire up a gadget that makes bubbles flow, revisit the days of discs, and meet a duck that lights up your night. Chad goes retro with a boombox blast from the past.

08-31
45:29

Episode #2054: Crispy Crappy

We check out a gadget that makes your own drinks, another that keeps the ice coming, check out some mayonnaise, and put a pizza-saver to the test. Plus, Chad attempts to show off some flashy lights.

08-25
49:50

Episode #2053: What The Neck Is It?

We brew, grill, and toast our way through a trio of kitchen upgrades, try out a pen that writes like no other, and test a travel pillow that takes neck support seriously. Chad lights things up (literally) with a color-changing gadget.

08-16
47:15

Episode #2052: AI Running Off Track

This week on The Giz Wiz, we check out a clever play space for tiny future doctors, take an icy plunge that’s actually on purpose, and sample meals made for the great outdoors. Chad levels up his seating in questionable style, CES relics from two decades ago, and we wrap with a letter featuring trains and fish (maybe).

08-10
55:37

Episode #2051: It's Slime Time!

We print candy you can eat, revisit a classic oven that now freezes, and dive headfirst into a sea of slime. Chad's dog gets tongue-tied with a wild pet gadget.

08-02
54:27

Episode #2050: Birds I View

We spy on our feathered friends with some high-tech help, fire up a laser that could carve your name into history, and explore a gadget for your car. Plus, Chad gives bath time a blast, just not for himself.

07-26
50:49

Episode #2049: Pranks A Lot

This week on The Giz Wiz, we face off with slithering snakes, dinos, and flying bugs, cook with some water technology, and discover LEGOs that’s definitely not just for kids. Plus, Chad tackles one of life’s hairiest problems.

07-19
53:15

Episode #2048: It’s a CATastorphe

We make a splash with toys built for bath time battles, check out a high-tech fidget spinner, and Chad goes buggy with a cat toy that’s a real ant-agonist!

07-12
48:28

Episode #2047: A Bit Fishy

We kick things off with a what the heck is it gizmo, flip the switch on a nightlight that’s way more fun than it should be, and uncover a bargain so cheap it practically folds itself. Chad buckles in a canine co-pilot, and Dick revisits a warehouse wonder that’s still buzzing with curiosity!

07-05
54:59

Episode #2046: 0 to 100, in 0 Seconds

We test a personal breeze machine that promises to cool you down, question whether your ancient microwave is a ticking time bomb, and crank up the airflow with yet another fan that thinks it’s turbocharged. Chad floats into summer with a cooler that’s both chill and inflatable!

06-28
52:37

Episode #2045: Lights, Camera, Action!

This week on The Giz Wiz, we gaze into the stars without leaving the backyard, go hands-free with a camera so small it might be hiding in your pocket, and light up the night like a reflective disco ball. Plus, Chad keeps your beach towel in place with his summer gadget!

06-21
51:20

Episode #2044: Face It, I'm a Fan

We discover a fan that brings the breeze straight to your face, a party light for your bottle, and a shopping cart that’s more “aww” than ready for the aisle. Chad chills out with a classic cold pack that’s cool in more ways than one!

06-14
53:14

Episode #2043: Power Up, Cool Down

This week on The Giz Wiz, we take a guess at a What The Heck Is It?, plug into a power strip full of ports, and crank the dial on a breeze-blasting gadget. Plus, Chad’s gadget pick will bug you in a very effective way!

06-07
47:45

Episode #2042: Hip Holster Hold Up

We discover a gadget that’ll have the kids singing their hearts out, scratch our heads at a what the heck is it, and test a tiny doorstop. Chad has a clip-on for your gaming gear.

05-30
53:03

Episode #2041: What the Heck Were Those?

This week, we check out a speaker not shown at Pepcom, explore a gadget that can peek into every nook and cranny, and puzzle over a “what the heck is it”! Chad breaks out a tool to keep your lenses squeaky clean.

05-24
47:39

Episode #2040: Making Nice Rice

We meet an AI gadget that wants to help your grandma and steam our way into perfect rice. Chad tests a charger that does three things.

05-17
54:39

Episode #2039: Shady Calls Only

We dive into a gadget that tackles water trouble, polish up our brushing game with a high-tech toothbrush, and push our internet speeds into the future. Chad throws some serious shade with a phone umbrella that’s… technically functional.

05-10
52:28

Episode #2038: Hear Here

This week, we cool things down with a fridge and test out some hearing helpers. Chad gets twisted and unveils this month's new theme!

05-03
58:34

Episode #2037: Suck It Up

We guess a what the heck is it, test out something that literally sucks (but in a good way!), and light up the campsite without burning the marshmallows. Chad gets colorful with a mess-free masterpiece, and in the warehouse we rewind time with a blast from the VCR past!

04-26
54:38

Kyle Stewart

Too funny!!!

07-08 Reply

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