In this episode of Short Stuff, Josh and Chuck delve into the history of the devil horns hand sign, commonly used at metal shows. They trace its origins back to the "corna," an Italian gesture used to ward off the evil eye, highlighting the irony of its modern usage. The discussion covers Ronnie James Dio's role in popularizing the sign within heavy metal, Gene Simmons' failed attempt to trademark it, and the potential originator, Jinx Dawson of the band Coven, whose imagery and lyrics were overtly satanic. They also touch on the kitsune sign used in Japanese metal concerts and provide updates on their personal top metal bands and Ozzy Osbourne's passing.
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