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{{Infobox person
| name      = Chad Johnson
| picture  = File:ChadJohnson.jpg
| caption  = OMG, it's Chad!
| born      = April 14, 1989
| known_for = YouTube personality, host of OMGcraft, and previous assistant to [[Brian Brushwood]]
| podcasts  = [[OMGcraft]], [[The Giz Wiz]], [http://twit.tv/yt This Week in YouTube]}}
 
[[File:BirthdayMatch-SS100.png|thumb|Chad in the [[The Birthday Scam and our 100th Episode extravaganza!|100th episode]] of [[Scam School]] hanging out with [[Jim Louderback]] ]]
[[File:BirthdayMatch-SS100.png|thumb|Chad in the [[The Birthday Scam and our 100th Episode extravaganza!|100th episode]] of [[Scam School]] hanging out with [[Jim Louderback]] ]]
[[File:ChadWithDildo.jpeg|thumb|Chad with a big black double ended dildo, I can not say I'm surprised]]
[[File:ChadWithDildo.jpeg|thumb|Chad with a big black double ended dildo.  Sorry, Mr. & Mrs. Johnson...]]
'''Chad Johnson''', born April 14th, 1989, curiously not 1998 as popularly believed, more commonly known as '''OMG Chad''', is [[Brian Brushwood]]'s intern, beginning in December 2009 replacing [[Mike Galante]]. He has also taken on the role of Brian's "Young Ward".
[[File:Wendys-Chad.jpg|thumb|Chad's 'Real' Hair Color in an [[Adobeshop]] from Episode 104, [[T'aint_Correct]] ]]
 
'''Chad Johnson''', also known as '''OMG Chad''', was born April 14, 1989.  He is best known as a YouTube personality associated with [http://mindcracklp.com Mindcrack], host of the popular web series [[OMGcraft]].  Chad was a full-time host and producer at [[TWiT]] from 2011 to 2014.  Prior to his work at TWiT, Chad was [[Brian Brushwood]]'s assistant from December 2009 through Spring 2011 (succeeding [[Mike Galante]]).  Brian periodically referred to Chad as his "Young Ward".
 
==Works==
===Active===
 
* '''[https://www.youtube.com/user/omgchad/playlists YouTube]'''
: ''Chad posts videos daily related to [http://mindcracklp.com Mindcrack], [http://www.garrysmod.com Garry's Mod], and other stuff!''
* '''[[OMGcraft]]'''
: ''Chad brings you the latest in Minecraft: new tips, tricks, and stuff you should know.''
* '''[[The Giz Wiz]]'''
: ''Chad and [[Dick DeBartolo]] showcase useful, unique and sometimes silly gadgets and gizmos.''
 
===Discontinued===
* '''[[Steve]]'''
: ''Co-hosted with [[Drew Johnson|his brother]], the two discuss life.''
* '''[http://twit.tv/yt This Week in YouTube]'''
: ''Chad and [[Lamarr Wilson]] talk about the week's YouTube-related news, viral videos, and discussions.
* '''[http://twit.tv/ru RedditUP]'''
: ''Chad and [[Sarah Lane]] recap the week's best stories, memes, AMAs, and more from Reddit.''
 
==Tenure at TWiT==
On Friday, March 18th, 2011, less than a week after Chad assisted with the live [[TWiT Network|TWiT]] programming at Momo's in Austin for [[SXSW]], [[Brian Brushwood]] confirmed [http://twitter.com/#!/shwood/status/48930863035056129 via Twitter] that Chad would be leaving his side and beginning a new chapter in his life working for [[TWiT Network|TWiT]].  This announcement was immediately followed by tweets from [[Chatrealm]] wishing Chad good luck...and other people considering trying to follow in Chad's footsteps as Brian's next assistant.
 
Chad started at TWiT on June 1, 2011 as an Associate Producer in charge of live events.  Soon after joining, Chad began training to act as Technical Director (TD) as needed.  Chad eventually took over the producer and/or TD roles for the following TWiT shows:
 
* [http://twit.tv/twit This Week in Tech]
* [http://twit.tv/mbw MacBreak Weekly]
* [http://twit.tv/twig This Week in Google]
* [http://twit.tv/ipad iPad Today]
 
From late 2011 until April 11, 2012, Chad served as director and editor for [[Game On!]].
 
Starting August 2012, Chad began recording the [http://omgcraft.com/ OMGCraft] Podcast.  The last episode released by TWiT was #198, [http://twit.tv/omgcraft198 Spotlight: Sim City in Minecraft].  Chad has taken the OMGCraft brand with him, and is continuing to produce Minecraft-related videos.
 
With Lamarr Wilson, Chad co-hosted [http://twit.tv/yt This Week in YouTube] for its 35-episode run, from [http://twit.tv/yt1 April 15, 2013] to [http://twit.tv/yt December 16, 2013].
 
Chad started co-hosting [http://twit.tv/giz The Giz Wiz] in episode #1450, [http://twit.tv/giz1450 Phantom Laser] (released January 8, 2014).  Chad continues to co-host The Giz Wiz with Dick DeBartolo.
 
With Sarah Lane, Chad co-hosted [http://twit.tv/ru RedditUP] during its nine-episode run, from [http://twit.tv/ru1 July 30, 2014] to [http://twit.tv/ru9 September 24, 2014].
 
==Post-TWiT==
 
Chad was informed on Monday, October 28 that he was being let go from his full-time position at TWiT, while being kept on as a consultant to co-host The Giz Wiz.
 
On Tuesday, October 29, Chad began publicizing [http://patreon.com/omgchad his Patreon page], as a way for his supporters to contribute directly.  As of November 24, Chad has $1,315.61 in pledges per month from 383 patrons.
 
Around October 31, Chad announced that he had joined the [http://www.mindcracklp.com Mindcrack Network] of content creators.  Chad had already been involved with Mindcrack as the host of the [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc-qgdWsMZc3gkqCbZLJwgACG9euQdZrC Mindcrack Weekly Recap], starting with the [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gU0RGUxpM8list=PLc-qgdWsMZc3gkqCbZLJwgACG9euQdZrC April 11th-18th episode].
 
Chad continues to release videos on [https://www.youtube.com/user/omgchad his YouTube page] daily.
 
==Appearances==
Chad debuted on the Internet in 2006 with [http://youtube.com/Krazzydude07 his YouTube channel] which featured fan-made Lemon Demon music videos and an extensive vlog. In 2011 he transitioned to [http://youtube.com/omgchad another channel] to host his infrequent personal updates.
 
Chad's first [[Scam School]] appearance was in episode 38, [[A Few Pennies for a Beer!]], where he submitted a viewer question to Brian about "Little Brushwood" and when Brian got into magic.  After getting the job of Brian's assistant, he first appeared during the [[TWiTWars!!!]] episode of [[BBLiveShow]] and the [[NSFWTF]] episode of [[NSFW]]. In the [[Betterlection Day]] episode of [[NSFW]], Chad was accused of doing unspeakable things such as murdering [[Jonny Zavant]] to get his job.  He has been credited as a Creative Consultant in most of the [[Scam School]] episodes during his run as Brian's assistant.
 
* [[Night Attack]] episodes:
** #35 - [[Let it Go]] (unplanned, via audio)
 
* [[NSFW]] episodes:
** #17 - [[Meat Drunk]]
** #20 - [[Pantsing Arnold]]
** #46 - [[Cavalcade of "Stars"]]
** #48 - [[Betterlection Day]]
** #54 - [[Live from Kinkos]]
** #55 - [[The NSFW Christmas Spectacular]]
** #66 - [[Skyfive 2011]]
** #148 - [[Timecode]]
** #152 - [[Ad Read Chicken]]
** #158 - [[Knocking on Virgin's Door]]
** #173 - [[Worst Anything Accent Ever]]
** #174 - [[Not Racist]]
** #180 - [[Do You Have A Nickel]]
** #193 - [[Rejected Vagina Monologues]]
** #205 - [[I Would Like A Coke]]
** #218 - [[Night of 1000 Announcements]] (unplanned, in the aftershow that was included in the released episode)
 
* [[Scam School]] episodes:
** #38 - [[A Few Pennies for a Beer!]]
** #105 - [[How to throw cards like Gambit!]]
** #148 - [[Cut With Confidence]]
** #151 - [[Can YOU solve The Petals Around the Rose?]] (briefly)
** #216 - [[Look Like a Real Card Sharp with These Fancy Moves and Flourishes!]]
 
* [[Weird Things Podcast]] episodes:
** #21 - [[Room 717]]
** #69 - [[Mars Curiosity Minisode]]
 
Chad has also been referenced in the following cold opens:
 
* [[NSFW]] episodes:
** #76 - [[OMJihad]]
** #96 - [[TWiT Ain't Nothin' But Pitches and Shows]] ([http://youtu.be/h3I9RTs1OWY direct cold open link])


==Online Appearances==
* [[Night Attack]] episodes:
Chad's first [[Scam School]] appearance was in episode 38, [[A Few Pennies for a Beer!]], where he submitted a viewer question to Brian about "Little Brushwood" and when Brian got into magic.  After getting the job of Brian's assistant, he first appeared during the [[TWiTWars!!!]] episode of [[BBLiveShow]] and the [[NSFWTF]] episode of [[NSFW]].  Chad also has a vlog on [http://www.youtube.com/krazzydude07 his YouTube channel].
** #36 - [[Alley Soup]] ([http://youtu.be/-pE1A6XIJQ0 direct cold open link])


===Introduction Video===
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==OMG Fail==
==OMG Fails==
On April 18, 2010, Chad mistakenly deplaned in Denver, Colorado rather than staying on his plane to continue with Brian to Sacramento.  The mistake was documented in [http://twitter.com/OMG_chad/status/12435713661 two] [http://twitter.com/OMG_chad/status/12436128143 posts] to Twitter.
On April 18, 2010, Chad mistakenly deplaned in Denver, Colorado rather than staying on his plane to continue with Brian to Sacramento.  The mistake was documented in [http://twitter.com/OMG_chad/status/12435713661 two] [http://twitter.com/OMG_chad/status/12436128143 posts] to Twitter.


During [[New Show Fails Weekly]], which was broadcast from [[Greg Grunberg]]'s home, Chad accidentally spilled soda on Greg's pool table.  Greg was quite forgiving about it and even gave chad an autographed ''Heroes'' script.  [http://twitpic.com/1h70zj The autograph] reads, "Chad- Thanks for soiling our pool table..."
During [[New Show Fails Weekly]], which was broadcast from [[Greg Grunberg]]'s home, Chad accidentally spilled soda on Greg's pool table.  Greg was quite forgiving about it and even gave chad an autographed ''Heroes'' script.  [http://twitpic.com/1h70zj The autograph] reads, "Chad- Thanks for soiling our pool table..." Greg's name was not visible in the photograph posted to TwitPic.


==Fun Facts==
==Fun Facts==
* Chad is secretly the long lost son of [[C.J. Johnson]].
* Chad is secretly the long lost son of [[C.J. Johnson]].
* Chad turned 21 on April 14, 2010. One of his gifts was an iPad (or "iChad").
* The period of time between Chad working for Brian and Chad starting at TWiT has been referred to as "[[Chad's Gap]]".
* Unlike [[Jonny Zavant]] and [[Mike Galante]], Chad is right-handed.
* Fans of Chad are known as Chadics.
* Chad has swallowed 16 inches:


==OMG Chad Swallows 16 Inches==
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==Links==
==Links==
* [http://twitter.com/omg_chad Twitter]
* [https://twitter.com/omg_chad Twitter]
* [http://www.thechadjohnson.com/ Website]
* [http://youtube.com/omgchad Personal YouTube]
* [http://www.youtube.com/krazzydude07 YouTube]
* [https://plus.google.com/+OMGchad/posts Google+]
* [http://www.facebook.com/people/Chad-Johnson/500022115 Facebook]
* [https://www.facebook.com/OMGchad Facebook]
* [http://dailybooth.com/Chad DailyBooth]
* [http://omgchad.com/ OMGchad's Website]
* [http://storiesonline.net/story/44184 CYA File]
* [http://youtube.com/omgcraft OMGcraft YouTube]


{{Succession box|
{{Succession box|
preceded =Mike Galante|
preceded =Mike Galante|
followed ='''current'''}}
followed =Jon Tilton}}

Latest revision as of 11:12, 3 July 2016

Chad Johnson
ChadJohnson.jpg
OMG, it's Chad!
Born April 14, 1989
Known For YouTube personality, host of OMGcraft, and previous assistant to Brian Brushwood
Podcasts OMGcraft, The Giz Wiz, This Week in YouTube


Chad in the 100th episode of Scam School hanging out with Jim Louderback
Chad with a big black double ended dildo. Sorry, Mr. & Mrs. Johnson...
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Chad's 'Real' Hair Color in an Adobeshop from Episode 104, T'aint_Correct

Chad Johnson, also known as OMG Chad, was born April 14, 1989. He is best known as a YouTube personality associated with Mindcrack, host of the popular web series OMGcraft. Chad was a full-time host and producer at TWiT from 2011 to 2014. Prior to his work at TWiT, Chad was Brian Brushwood's assistant from December 2009 through Spring 2011 (succeeding Mike Galante). Brian periodically referred to Chad as his "Young Ward".

Works

Active

Chad posts videos daily related to Mindcrack, Garry's Mod, and other stuff!
Chad brings you the latest in Minecraft: new tips, tricks, and stuff you should know.
Chad and Dick DeBartolo showcase useful, unique and sometimes silly gadgets and gizmos.

Discontinued

Co-hosted with his brother, the two discuss life.
Chad and Lamarr Wilson talk about the week's YouTube-related news, viral videos, and discussions.
Chad and Sarah Lane recap the week's best stories, memes, AMAs, and more from Reddit.

Tenure at TWiT

On Friday, March 18th, 2011, less than a week after Chad assisted with the live TWiT programming at Momo's in Austin for SXSW, Brian Brushwood confirmed via Twitter that Chad would be leaving his side and beginning a new chapter in his life working for TWiT. This announcement was immediately followed by tweets from Chatrealm wishing Chad good luck...and other people considering trying to follow in Chad's footsteps as Brian's next assistant.

Chad started at TWiT on June 1, 2011 as an Associate Producer in charge of live events. Soon after joining, Chad began training to act as Technical Director (TD) as needed. Chad eventually took over the producer and/or TD roles for the following TWiT shows:

From late 2011 until April 11, 2012, Chad served as director and editor for Game On!.

Starting August 2012, Chad began recording the OMGCraft Podcast. The last episode released by TWiT was #198, Spotlight: Sim City in Minecraft. Chad has taken the OMGCraft brand with him, and is continuing to produce Minecraft-related videos.

With Lamarr Wilson, Chad co-hosted This Week in YouTube for its 35-episode run, from April 15, 2013 to December 16, 2013.

Chad started co-hosting The Giz Wiz in episode #1450, Phantom Laser (released January 8, 2014). Chad continues to co-host The Giz Wiz with Dick DeBartolo.

With Sarah Lane, Chad co-hosted RedditUP during its nine-episode run, from July 30, 2014 to September 24, 2014.

Post-TWiT

Chad was informed on Monday, October 28 that he was being let go from his full-time position at TWiT, while being kept on as a consultant to co-host The Giz Wiz.

On Tuesday, October 29, Chad began publicizing his Patreon page, as a way for his supporters to contribute directly. As of November 24, Chad has $1,315.61 in pledges per month from 383 patrons.

Around October 31, Chad announced that he had joined the Mindcrack Network of content creators. Chad had already been involved with Mindcrack as the host of the Mindcrack Weekly Recap, starting with the April 11th-18th episode.

Chad continues to release videos on his YouTube page daily.

Appearances

Chad debuted on the Internet in 2006 with his YouTube channel which featured fan-made Lemon Demon music videos and an extensive vlog. In 2011 he transitioned to another channel to host his infrequent personal updates.

Chad's first Scam School appearance was in episode 38, A Few Pennies for a Beer!, where he submitted a viewer question to Brian about "Little Brushwood" and when Brian got into magic. After getting the job of Brian's assistant, he first appeared during the TWiTWars!!! episode of BBLiveShow and the NSFWTF episode of NSFW. In the Betterlection Day episode of NSFW, Chad was accused of doing unspeakable things such as murdering Jonny Zavant to get his job. He has been credited as a Creative Consultant in most of the Scam School episodes during his run as Brian's assistant.

Chad has also been referenced in the following cold opens:

Introduction Video

OMG Fails

On April 18, 2010, Chad mistakenly deplaned in Denver, Colorado rather than staying on his plane to continue with Brian to Sacramento. The mistake was documented in two posts to Twitter.

During New Show Fails Weekly, which was broadcast from Greg Grunberg's home, Chad accidentally spilled soda on Greg's pool table. Greg was quite forgiving about it and even gave chad an autographed Heroes script. The autograph reads, "Chad- Thanks for soiling our pool table..." Greg's name was not visible in the photograph posted to TwitPic.

Fun Facts

  • Chad is secretly the long lost son of C.J. Johnson.
  • The period of time between Chad working for Brian and Chad starting at TWiT has been referred to as "Chad's Gap".
  • Unlike Jonny Zavant and Mike Galante, Chad is right-handed.
  • Fans of Chad are known as Chadics.
  • Chad has swallowed 16 inches:

Links


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"Mike Galante" 		Chad Johnson
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"Jon Tilton"
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