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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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Episode #2088: Completely Unhinged

2026/04/18

We test a mystery Amazon gadget, try a kids LED drawing pad, tackle another WTHII, and Chad reviews a mini deep fryer gone wild.

Episode #2087: Pet Assembly Prohibited

2026/04/12

We roll out a foldable pet stroller, meet a dancing giraffe that repeats everything, and Chad tests a handy kitchen sink strainer.

Episode #2086: Traffic Buoy

2026/04/04

We check out Honda’s Fastport, test SONGMICS spice racks, assemble furniture with an electric screwdriver, and Chad reviews air fryer liners.

Episode #2085: Watt a Scam

2026/03/29

We kick off with a WTHII, investigate a “power saver” scam device, try a toothbrush redemption gadget, and Chad reviews a table for your apartment.

Episode #2084: WTHDYBT

2026/03/21

We kick off with a classic WTHII, test a 360 toothbrush fail, check out a cheap disco ball speaker, and Chad reviews an organizational Amazon find.

Episode #2083: Remotely Useful

2026/03/14

We try a supposedly foolproof universal remote, test a stress-reducing dog feeder, light up a pulsing LED beanie, and Chad reviews a cloud key holder.

Episode #2082: Hats Off To Chad!

2026/03/07

We check out kid-sized Goodyear tool toys, take one last spin around Toy Fair finds, Chad tests a questionable gadget, and Dick uncovers a warehouse oddity.

Episode #2081: Just Add Wiz

2026/02/28

We power up solar flowers and a V8 model kit, add marshmallows to learning fun, puppet around, and test a picnic backpack for two.

Episode #2080: 20 Years Is a Long Wiz

2026/02/21

We squeeze some silent sports balls, check out a magical card trick deck, and Chad tests wallets that promise to never lose your cash again.

Episode #2079: Super Sized

2026/02/14

We check out a safety monitor packed with sensors, try a razor with more heads than expected, snap pics with a tiny camera, and Chad reviews toilet paper… forever.

Episode #2078: Chillin’ With Chad

2026/02/07

We tour the New York Boat Show, test RFID protection, power up with a tiny charger, and Chad chills drinks fast with a crappy-corner cooler!

Episode #2077: Your Taste in Music Sucks

2026/01/31

We explore a smart hearing device, a colorful light display, and a rescue tool for pets, plus a throwback emergency phone from Dick’s vault.

Episode #2076: Clicks and Picks

2026/01/24

We check out a clicky phone keyboard comeback, peek into Honda’s futuristic Afeela car, and test a powerful new Creality 3D printer.

Episode #2075: Give me A Ring

2026/01/18

Chad returns from CES Las Vegas with new finds, tests quirky gadgets like a hedgehog dryer and wearphone, and digs into vintage tech in the Warehouse.

Episode #2074: Best of 2025

2026/01/12

Chad and Dick celebrate the Best Of 2025, revisiting the standout gadgets that impressed, delivered, and earned their place on top.

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4.6 out of 5

139 reviews

★★★★★

Eherby 2022/05/12

The best for gadgets

Dickie D has been at this for years. I wish he was involved in more podcast. His wit is second to none.

★★★★★

Cleberm 2015/11/14

Fun and interesting take on gadgets

Dick DeBartolo is a great host. been a writer on the Mad Magazine for many years, he is funny and all around great to listen to. Chad is a great host ...

★★★★★

OC Dad 2012/04/08

Lots of fun

Enjoyable conversation between Dick & Leo while reviewing new or old gadgets. Most are tech related but not all.

★★★★☆

Brian4 2015/03/31

Long time favorite

This guy’s been doing excellent work forever. Always entertaining.

★☆☆☆☆

Spinoza 2014/03/17

Too much fluff

The first 11:15 of a 60 minute podcast were spent on the topic of one of the host's vacation. The episode was titled 'Put a cork in it'. Perhaps they ...

★★☆☆☆

GlennEm 2012/05/30

Fluff

A lot of banal banter; some occasionally useful and interesting info.

★★★★★

Jimmy252575 2011/12/31

Egos of excellence

Clean show that the family enjoys. Both Leo and Dick are excellent at their crafts. Keep doing what you do!

★★★★★

Dj Mykey 2011/12/30

Dick...

Dick, you make the show what it is! Leo, thank you for TWIT, your net-casts are the best out there and forever will be.

★★★★★

Sad Sad radio listener 2010/09/23

I honestly listen for the jingles

Yeah.. Leo and Dick are cool, but it's those crazy jingles that drew me in. I just started listening to it and when I saw Leo bouncing around on his b...

★☆☆☆☆

ksh3 2010/07/07

Leo is shameless

Dick is great, but Leo ruins the flow

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