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This week, the carnage from Rock Court Season 2 spills over on your Regarding…Slang hosts Chaz, Wolfie, Scotzo, and podcasting overlord Corey as they're joined by the ever-opinionated Judge Kevin Brown and Michael Pastore for a sprawling, raucous wrap-up of Def Leppard’s “Slang” era and its B-sides. As the crew closes out the album, they dig into “Pearl of Euphoria” and a handful of deep cuts, wrestling with Def Leppard’s late-90s identity crisis and the merits of ballads, B-sides, and band evolution.Before the music spins, the crew swaps stories about Def Leppard’s setlists and the strange fate of “Slang” in the band’s legacy. Chaz recalls seeing the band during this era, while Corey and Kevin debate the wisdom of chasing trends versus sticking to your sound. Scott admits to playlist curation anxiety as he tries to salvage the album with B-sides, and Wolfie confesses he’s never really been a Leppard guy—despite decades of Chaz’s endless inquiry, "Do you like Dep Leppard? I like Dep Leppard."The songs themselves? Opinions fly. “Pearl of Euphoria” is dissected for its Zeppelin-esque drums, U2 atmospherics, and meandering structure. B-sides like “Can’t Keep Away from the Flame” and Euphoria-era “Burnout” spark enthusiasm, with the crew praising their authenticity and party-rock energy—even as they admit these tracks don’t fit the album’s mood. Covers and demos are sampled, with reactions ranging from “surprisingly great” to “why not just listen to the original?”This episode features:🎤 Chaz’s tales of message board trolling and Def Leppard fandom coming full circle🎸 Corey’s encyclopedic knowledge of setlists, B-sides, and Canadian rock trivia🥃 Group therapy on the dangers of chasing trends, playlist anxiety, and the eternal debate: ballads vs. bangers🗑️ Tangents on Christmas songs, podcasting platforms, and the existential question of whether anyone really listens to “Slang” front-to-backBy the end, the crew is buoyed by camaraderie, nostalgia, and the promise of more podcasting chaos ahead. When Def Leppard misses the mark, these boneless couch philosophers don’t hold back—but they’ll always come back for another round, hoping the next track (or season) brings the fire. Grab a plate of wings and your favorite band t-shirt, because nobody suffers weak-ass balladeers or broke-ass backstreet wannabes here. Next up: Kiss the Elder, film court, and more boneless news—because the show never really ends or burns out, it just kinda fades away...till next season!

Episode 10: Where Does Love Go When It Dies (with Kelsey Van Halen)This week, your Regarding…Slang hosts Wolfie, Scotzo, podcasting overlord Corey, and Chaz are joined by Def Leppard devotee and Van Halen aficionado Kelsey Van Halen for a deep dive into one of Slang’s most polarizing ballads — “Where Does Love Go When It Dies.”Before the track spins, the crew swaps stories about Def Leppard’s touring stamina, the lost years of streaming rights, and the formative trauma of missing concerts on school nights. Kelsey recalls her early Def Leppard shows and the band’s impact on her musical coming-of-age, while Corey reminisces about awkward meet-and-greets and acoustic medleys in Vegas. Chaz and Wolfie debate the merits of earnest balladry versus arena-ready anthems, and Scott admits to playlist curation anxiety as the album winds down.The song itself? No punches are pulled. Harsh words like “crap on a cracker,” “atrocious,” and “emotionally vacant” fly as the panel laments the lack of hooks, the questionable lyrics, and the absence of Def Leppard’s usual energy. Comparisons to Bon Jovi and Kiss surface, but not as compliments. The crew debates the sincerity of the lyrics and the dangers of a ballad without bite. In the end, consensus quietly forms: but what's it gonna be??This episode features:🎤 Kelsey’s tales of David Lee "Hot Pants" encounters and front-row fashion statements🎸 Corey’s live Def Leppard anecdotes and a masterclass in Canadian candor🗑️ A group therapy session on the dangers of earnest lyrics and missing guitar solos🥃 Tangents on mandolins, open wounds, and the emotional spectrum between “nothing” and “disgust”By the end, the crew is buoyed by camaraderie, nostalgia, and the promise of more ballads ahead. When Def Leppard misses the mark, the boneless couch philosophers don’t hold back — but they’ll always come back for another round, hoping the next track brings the fire. Grab a plate of wings and your favorite Van Halen t-shirt, because Kelsey doesn't suffer weak-ass balladeers or broke-ass backstreet wannabes, come prepared to get arested and have it photo-documented for future fashion statements. Diamond Dave or F*&k Off!!

Episode 9: Blood Runs Cold (with Sean McGinity)This week, your Regarding…Slang hosts Wolfie, Scotzo, podcasting overlord Corey, and Chaz are joined by podcaster, musician, and boneless podcasting mainstay Sean McGinity as they explore one of Slang’s most haunting tracks — “Blood Runs Cold.”Before the needle drops, the crew reminisces about their Def Leppard origin stories, the formative power of B-sides, and the eternal debate: is Pyromania for the cool kids or just a gateway to leather pants and Union Jack tees? Sean shares how the album’s basslines hit differently on a new sound system, while Corey and Chaz debate whether “Blood Runs Cold” is Def Leppard at their most vulnerable or just a power ballad with extra atmosphere.The song itself? A bluesy, ethereal tribute to the late Steve Clark, with lyrics that cut deeper the more you know the backstory. The gang dissects Joe Elliott’s vocal performance, Phil Collen’s songwriting, and the emotional weight behind lines like “living is the best revenge.” Scott draws parallels to dreamy Connecticut jam bands, while Corey and Wolfie argue over the merits of the rough mix versus the album cut. Along the way, they debate who’s really singing those background harmonies, and whether Def Leppard’s signature sound needs more polish or more rawness.This episode features: 🎸 Sean McGinity’s tales from the Sean Geek and Fast Fret podcast, plus news of a secret Boneless Records project 🥁 A forensic listen to the guitar solo and the subtle piano touches 🗳️ Unanimous praise for a song that’s equal parts tribute and therapy session 🍗 Breaking news on boneless chicken recalls and KFC’s latest menu shakeups By the end, the crew is equal parts introspective and irreverent, just like Def Leppard channeling grief into melody. But one thing’s for sure: when the riffs are heartfelt and the harmonies are fragile, even the boneless couch philosophers get a little misty-eyed — and somewhere, a Def Leppard fan is crying.

Episode 5: Gift of Flesh (with Josh Caldwell)This week, your Regarding…Slang hosts Wolfie, Scotzo, podcasting overlord Corey, and Chaz are joined by podcaster, musician, and self-described “boneless couch philosopher” Josh Caldwell as they crack open Slang’s most feral track — “Gift of Flesh.”Before the amps even warm up, the gang detours through Phil Collins tributes (and coconut oil stories you’ll never un-hear), heartfelt reflections on Chaz's fallen heroe Ace Frehley, and a debate over whether harmonies are a Def Leppard necessity or just one more thing to lose in the grunge fog. Josh and Corey call out the band for ditching their signature layered vocals, while Scott wonders if “Gift of Flesh” is what happens when Sheffield meets Seattle — and Wolfie swears it’s Foo Fighters before Foo Fighters knew who they were.The song itself? A muscular, riff-driven outburst that sounds like Adrenalize and Soundgarden got drunk together and woke up in a dive bar bathroom, with the Colour and the Shape all over their pants. Caldwell praises the raw guitar tone and the acoustic drum sound (“finally, something human”), while everyone else argues whether the vocals are gritty authenticity or just Joe Elliott forgetting he’s Joe Elliott. Somewhere in there, they discover a lost version called Black Train, debate whether Phil secretly sang lead, and compare the riff to Ozzy and Van Halen before things inevitably derail into stripper metaphors for commercial success.This episode features:🎸 Josh Caldwell’s tales of Phil Collins, G4 clinics, and awkward guitar god encounters🥁 A forensic listen to Rick Allen’s acoustic drum magic🗳️ A rare mostly-positive vote that proves miracles can happen when the riffs are good enough🛋️ The birth of Boneless Couching as an acceptable social engagement subjectBy the end, the crew’s equal parts nostalgic and punch-drunk, just like Def Leppard trying on flannel for the first and last time. But one thing’s for sure: if you’re comparing Def Leppard to the Foo Fighters, somewhere Kevin Brown’s already packing his bags for another cliff dive.

Episode 7 — Deliver Me (Def Leppard’s Slang)This week, the crew digs into “Deliver Me,” a dark, grungy detour in the Leppard catalogue — complete with Pearl Jam vibes, Alice Cooper echoes, and the unforgettable lyric debate over what exactly Joe Elliott tastes on his breath.Joining Chaz, Corey, Scott, and Wolfe is special guest Schatz, who rolls in from Rush Rash to lend his drummer’s ear and discover how Rick Allen’s acoustic kit changed everything. From dissecting Rick Savage’s bass tone to calling out blatant Jeremy rip-offs, the guys find equal parts grit and laughter in the murky middle of Slang.And hidden throughout the episode? Easter eggs and callbacks for true Regarding fans to catch.Special Bonus: a full-on Boys Night Out moment featuring wrestling themes, sing-alongs, and a spirited takedown of the Van Halen Record Store Day fiasco.Also:📨 Mailbag mayhem — Kevin Brown’s savage review and “Who Hurt Kevin?” theories🎧 The Dave & Dave Unchained shout-out that sent Chaz’s phone buzzing🤘 Unplanned detours into Balance, Poison, and the Boneless Network reveal

Episode 6: Breathe a SighThis week, your Regarding…Slang crew — Wolfie, Scotzo, podcasting overlord Corey, and Chaz — are joined by Darren Paltrowitz and Duane Hoffman as they take a long, sometimes painful look at Def Leppard’s third single from Slang: “Breathe a Sigh.”The song itself? Joe Elliott goes full falsetto crooner over a groove that sounds more R&B than Daryl Hall going to his "special place". Some of us hear a tender ballad, others hear the band wandering into karaoke night at the wrong pub. Just to make things messier, we spin the rough mix — and suddenly the track takes a turn for demo hell, raising questions about what the band (and producer Pete Woodroffe, whose résumé gets its own hilarious breakdown) thought they were chasing...clearly they were trying to tickle Kevin Brown's berries.This episode features:🎤 Chaz trying to defend Joe’s vocal tightrope walk while the rest of us squirm🍗 Duane’s live taste test of pumpkin-spice wings, because apparently Slang isn’t weird enough already📀 A blow-by-blow of the rough mix vs. album cut, and whether either version actually lands🧾 The Pete Woodroffe résumé conversation you didn’t know you needed (boy bands and girl groups pay attention!)🤔 The inevitable debate: hidden gem or bathroom break?Hidden throughout: off-mic laughs, tangents about mullets and Spotify bots, and a few moments where even we admit Def Leppard may have reached too far.Special Bonus: A detour into Boys Night Out — a digression that adds yet another layer of WTF to the Slang era.