Dick DeBartolo
Mad Magazine, The Giz Wiz, Motorola StarTac, early 8mm films, and more!
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Show Notes
Join Jason Howell as he explores the world of "low-tech" through the eyes of MAD Magazine's Dick DeBartolo, a media legend and true gadget aficionado with a knack for finding humor in the strangest places.
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CHAPTERS:
- How Dick DeBartolo keeps his humor and fascination with technology, even for mundane gadgets.
- Dick's early interest in technology and how it led to his work at Mad Magazine and game shows.
- The story of how Dick started appearing on TV shows like Metro Media's Saturday Morning Live.
- How Dick transitioned from TV to podcasting with Leo Laporte's TWiT network.
- Dick's favorite gadgets, including the Slingbox and the world's first digital camera.
- The nostalgia and ingenuity behind Dick's early 8mm films with sound effects.
- A memorable story about a private train ride with Mad Magazine's publisher.
- How technology has simplified video production and enabled remote appearances.
Check out The Giz Wiz: https://gizwiz.tv/
Visit Dick's website: http://www.gizwiz.biz
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