The Big Idea

Aug 09 2022 27 ep. 40 mins 18

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The Big Idea features inventors and visionaries that made it big! Join host and consumer product expert Dave Dettman (aka Dr. Gadget) and his wealth of celebrity and expert guests each week as they share the stories behind ideas and inventions that have changed the landscape of technology and consumer life as we know it. They discuss weekly trending tech, provide inside tips for success, feature the latest and greatest innovations, and of course offer plenty of free GIVEAWAYS!

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Co-Creator of The View, Bill Geddie

Aug 09 2022 49 mins

This week we have the fantastic producer Bill Geddie! He worked alongside Barbara Walters to create The View and The Barbara Walters Specials. During our talk, we get into how The View came to be, how he got his start working at Good Morning America, and his new podcast Take Fountain. He has endless advice and knowledge to give, so come tune in and hear his Big Ideas! Take Fountai

CEO of Dewey's Bakery Mike Senackerib

Aug 02 2022 38 mins

In today's episode, I have the CEO of Dewey's Bakery, Mike Senackerib! Mike has a long history of working in the cookie business at Nabisco as well as at Campbells, Hertz, and Kraft. We talk about the ins and outs of what it's like running a multimillion-dollar company and what interested him to make the switch to a smaller cookie company. Check out Dewey's Bakery! @deweysbakery |

The Talk's Bill Sindelar

Jul 26 2022 48 mins

If you've ever been to a live taping with a studio audience, you've probably come across my guest for this week - Bill Sindelar! He's a hilarious comedian that warms up the studio audience for The Talk, The Voice, Night Court, Conners, and Big Brother. Come listen to his story and see how he started as a sports area host to where he is now! Go Browns! www.billsindelar.com

Comedian & Musician Gary Mule Deer

Jul 19 2022 37 mins

Are you ready for a wild ride? Today's guest has some of the best stories I've ever heard! Life-long comedian and musician Gary Mule Deer is on to regal us with his whirlwind of a career. On his first night as a musician and comedian, he performed for nearly 24 hours straight! Tune in to hear how he went from a seven-year freshman to an icon in music and comedy!

First Fully Functioning Quadriplegic, Patrick Rummerfield

Jul 12 2022 41 mins

We're back this week with a human miracle, the world's first fully functioning quadriplegic, Patrick Rummerfield! His determination and belief in himself is inspiring. Listen in to hear how he gained full use of his whole body after being told he only had 72 hours to live. Check out Patrick's autobiography, Green Bananas , available on Amazon!

Maine Cabin Masters' Chase Morrill

Jul 05 2022 31 mins

This week I have on the Maine man himself -- Chase Morrill from the hit show Maine Cabin Masters! What a wonderful guy who loves what he does. Tune in to learn how he landed his show Maine Cabin Masters that got over 3 million views on the pilot debut back in 2017!

Part Two: Top Chef's Spike Mendelsohn

Jun 28 2022 29 mins

We're back with part two with the fantastically talented Spike Mendelsohn! I get to hear all about his new ventures, where the BIG IDEA came from, and what's happening in the near future. Check it out!

Part One: Top Chef's Spike Mendelsohn

Jun 21 2022 25 mins

This week we have Chef Spike Mendelsohn, Co-Founder, and Chef of Eat the Change & Co-Founder of PLNT Burger! This interview was so much fun we had to make it into two parts! Listen in to find out how Spike gained his confidence in taking a culinary career path and his time at the CIA (no not that one!)

Tool Time's Debbe Dunning

Jun 14 2022 46 mins

This week we have the fantastic Debbe Dunning from Home Improvement! We talk about how she started modeling, earning money for her family at bikini contests in Orange County, and of course, how she landed her iconic role as Heidi on Tool Time! We also hear about her show Debbe Dunning's Dude Ranch Roundup, and she's always looking for new ranches to explore!

Desperate Housewives' Richard Burgi

Jun 07 2022 43 mins

Today's episode is with actor Richard Burgi! He has played roles in iconic shows like Desperate Housewives, The Sentinel, General Hospital, and much more. Richard talks about his family and acting career, including what happened during his sudden exit on The Young and the Restless earlier this year. Tune in to discover how this California Native found his way into acting and where