A Toast to Ozzy, Internet Triumphs, and 2000s Chaos

In one of the most unexpectedly heartfelt and hilariously chaotic episodes of Jams ’N’ Cocktails Live, host Brad Brock and his beloved Destruction Crew—Jordyn Taylor and Elly—turned what could’ve been a cancellation into a powerful night of tribute, trivia, and total internet salvation.

🛠 The Internet Hero We Didn’t Deserve

The episode almost didn’t happen. After days of complete internet blackout due to a fiber line cut (thanks to some overzealous contractors), Brad had no intention of going live. That is, until a relentless AT&T technician named Alex showed up—without a bucket truck, in the Florida heat, climbing ladders and cutting through trees—to rig a temporary line and save the show.

Brad and the crew couldn’t have praised Alex enough, and rightly so. His efforts weren’t just customer service; they were the reason this show aired at all.

🎸 Ozzy Osbourne: The Legend, The Loss, The Legacy

The heart of the episode was a tribute to the late, great Ozzy Osbourne. Just weeks after his final concert in Birmingham, England—an emotional and star-studded affair—Ozzy passed away at 76. The crew shared personal stories, favorite songs, and the life-changing magic of Ozzfest ’98 (Brad’s first big concert, no less).

To honor Ozzy, the JNC Lounge whipped up a custom cocktail dubbed the “Prince of Darkness,” inspired by a Birmingham signature drink. And Brad, in a moment of last-minute creativity and sheer love for the show, hand-crafted bat-shaped cookies so everyone could ceremoniously “bite the head off” just like the man himself. If you’re imagining flaming cocktails and crumbling sugar bats, you're exactly right.

🎤 The Show Goes On… With Pneumonia?

Elly revealed she had been suffering from pneumonia during the previous week’s “swingin’ weenies” episode and didn’t even know it. The moment was part shock, part comedy, part admiration—because who swings a weenie with pneumonia and still shows up for a live podcast?

🧠 Trivia, Chaos & Coldplay Scandals

In true JNC fashion, the episode pivoted from emotional tribute to wild pop culture trivia. With categories centered around early 2000s music and culture, the team hilariously fumbled through spelling bees, obscure app history, and defunct department stores.

Meanwhile, the Jordy Files segment dove into the now-viral Coldplay concert cheating scandal—where a jumbotron shot of a couple set off an internet-wide investigation and a real-life corporate downfall. Jordyn masterfully broke down the drama while Elly and Brad debated whether the couple deserved sympathy or memes (the consensus: a little of both).

🕯 Final Thoughts: Don’t Be Sad It’s Over

Brad wrapped the night with a touching message: “Don’t be sad that Ozzy died—be glad that he lived.” With a toast, a laugh, and a few bat cookie crumbs still on their plates, the JNC team honored not just a music icon, but the power of community, persistence, and a damn good cocktail.

🎧 Ready to Tune In?

You can watch or listen to this unforgettable episode on YouTube, Facebook, or at jncpodcast.com. Whether you're a diehard Ozzy fan, a trivia junkie, or just in it for the chaos, this episode delivers all the weird and wonderful vibes that make Jams ’N’ Cocktails a standout in the indie podcast world.