In this emotionally resonant solo episode of Unspoken Issues, host Jesse pays tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away on July 22, 2025. Jesse takes us on a personal journey through his first encounters with Ozzy’s music and mythos, from MTV and cassette tapes to discovering Ozzy anew through video games and streaming playlists.
Dive into the obscure but fascinating world of Rock-It Comix, a short-lived Malibu Comics imprint that dared to merge rock and roll with graphic storytelling in the early ’90s. The episode focuses on the haunting and now eerily prescient Ozzy Osbourne #1 comic, published in 1993, which tells a fictionalized story of Ozzy’s death and afterlife choices. Jesse offers listeners a full breakdown of the comic’s surreal narrative, from underworld tormentors to spiritual reckonings and an unforgettable cameo. The episode paints Ozzy as not just a metal icon but a mythic figure grappling with legacy, addiction, and redemption.
This episode not only illuminates a forgotten piece of '90s comic history but uses it as a mirror to reflect on Ozzy's real-life journey—his chaos, his comeback, and his continued impact. With heart, humor, and reverence, this episode is a love letter to a legend and a reminder that the spirit of rock never dies... it just gets louder.
