The DizRadio Show v16.24 No.287 June 12, 2026

ALAKAZAM! The DizRadio Show Gets a literal Hand From Hollywood Magic Legend, and Addams Family Thing, CHRISTOPHER HART (Thing in The Addams Family Trilogy, Idle Hands, World Famous Magician, Columbo)! Get ready to be utterly enchanted and a little bit creeped out. This week we dive into Hollywood magic, movie-set secrets, and the art of illusion as we welcome a true industry icon to the show. He is a world-famous illusionist, a prestigious member of the Magic Castle, and possesses quite literally one of the most recognizable hands in cinematic history. We are beyond thrilled to welcome the legendary CHRISTOPHER HART to the studio! If you grew up loving family movies, Christopher’s work is deeply woven into your childhood. As the man behind Thing in all three live-action Addams Family films, he brought an unbelievable amount of personality, wit, and charm to a character without ever showing his face. He sits down with the us to talk about the sheer wonder and timeless allure of magic, his personal favorite magicians who inspired his journey, and what it actually takes to bring an iconic, disembodied hand to life on the silver screen. From landing the coveted role to sharing incredible behind-the-scenes stories from the Addams Family sets, this is a masterclass in movie magic you don't want to miss! But the finger-snapping fun doesn’t stop there! Chris also dives into his transition over to the horror-comedy genre, where he traded the lovable Addams family companion for a menacing, bloodthirsty appendage in the cult classic Idle Hands. He shares what it was like creating a totally twisted villainous hand, including the scoop on that unforgettable, chaotic scene featuring punk rock icons The Offspring! Then, Jonathan Grabs the Mic and Unlocks Magic! Keeping the mystical vibes rolling, Jonathan stops by the magic shop of memory lane to dust off some long-forgotten magic television specials that used to glue us to the screen. He also shares a hilarious personal tale about performing magic for a local Little League championship, and rounds things out with a fantastic breakdown of family-friendly magic movies that are perfect for your next weekend marathon! Grab your top hats, dust off your spellbooks, and give a big, high-five welcome! So enjoy the Nostalgia, the Magic, the Wonder, and the Memories with The DizRadio Show "A Pop Culture Celebrity Guest Show"!