Needles, Noise and New Beginnings | Ozzy's Story

On this episode of the Straitjacket Podcast, hosts Keta Loren and Jeff Conroy sit down with Ozzy (Jahziel), an incredibly talented musician with a heavy story of addiction, survival, and recovery. Ozzy opens up about getting hooked on triple C’s at just 12 years old, landing in rehab by 14, and spiraling into a heroin addiction that consumed his entire 20s. From psychosis to homelessness, his life became a chaotic blur on the streets—but the story doesn’t end there.

Now celebrating two years of sobriety, Ozzy shares how he clawed his way back from the edge and rediscovered himself through music and healing. His journey is raw, honest, and proof that even in the darkest moments, there’s still a way out. This is one you don’t want to miss.