83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff
Since 1984 every wrestling promoter has tried to beat Vince McMahon and the World Wrestling Federation unsuccessfully… except one, Eric Bischoff. From a “C-Team Announcer” to the President of WCW, Eric did it all! The nWo, Monday Night Nitro, and most importantly beating Vince not once, but 83 times in a row! Hear all about it on 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson!
Episodes
On this epic edition of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson take us on a journey through WCW and the start of Thunder and the serious consideration to create an nWo Nitro program. Eric explains why he believes this was one of WCW's BIGGEST mistakes, the battles he had trying to keep a positive outlook, and why ultimately the decision watered down the brand. All that plus, some of the major news and notes from this week in p...
On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad take us on a journey through the amazing career of Hacksaw Jim Duggan! Eric shares stories of his time working with Duggan in WCW and their decades long friendship. Plus, the guys get into the weeds regarding all the news and notes coming out of the world of professional wrestling.
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On this edition of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and host Conrad Thompson welcome friend of the show, Author Guy Evan to discuss his new book, "BEYOND NITRO." The guys take a deep dive into Guy's book and research into the business of WCW and they answer questions from a LIVE audience watching on 83Weeks.com !
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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric is in the hot seat answering questions from our LIVE audience on 83Weeks.com and show listeners/followers on X. The guys also take a deep dive into all the latest news and notes from the wild week in professional wrestling. What does Eric think of WWE's heavy push to counter program AEW? Does Eric think Goldberg will get back into the squared circle in Atlanta? Why does Eric think Logan Paul's ran...
On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss the WCW career of Dustin Rhodes. From Eric's first meeting with "The Natural", to his firing for bleeding on a PPV, Eric shares his experiences with the grandson of a plumber. Eric also has some choice words for a certain wrestling writer, who Eric says missed a couple of facts in his reporting at the time. All that plus some MAJOR news about RAF on this edition of 83 Weeks with ...
On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss the legendary career of "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes. From his debut match for Jim Crockett Promotions to his rise in the WCW rankings, Dustin Rhodes was made for greatness. The road to legend status was not a smooth one for "The Natural" and the guys cover it all. Eric shares stories of his experiences working with Dustin you won't hear anywhere else. Plus, Eric and Conrad take a...
On this special double header editon of 83 Weeks, Eric is joined by show contributor Derek Sabato for a lively discussion regarding the recent WWE Releases and the impact it's had not only in the ring but on social media. Then the guys jump back over 30 years for a memorable episode of WCW Saturday Night, featuring the debut of Terror Risin'; Johnny B. Badd challenges Rick Rude for the World Title, and Ted Turner is in the crowd!
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On this LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss the origin of #RAF (Real American Freestyle) and his partnership with Hulk Hogan and Izzy Martinez. The guys also cover Stone Cold's interview with Ariel Helwani, Mercedes Mońe's $99.99 texting service, AEW opening residency at the former ECW arena and so much more.
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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad dissect all the happenings in professional wrstling POST WrestleMania 41. Eric shares his thoughts on the Rock's interview on The Pat McAfee Show, The Rock's rebutal to Busted Open host Dave LaGreca, Logan Paul's million dollar offer to Stone Cold, and the impact of Travis Scott in wrestling. All that plus, Eric takes time to honor and remember his friend Steve "Mongo" McMichael.
On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric joins Conrad from Las Vegas as he prepares to attend the WWE Hall Of Fame. Eric discusses the inportance of him being their when his friend Lex Luger is inducted and what it means to him. Eric and Conrad also break down the WrestleMania 41 card and Eric shares his thoughts on who he believes will be the BIG winners and losers. All that plus everything else happening in the world of professional wre...
On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad tackle the discussion of shoot promos. Eric shares his thoughts on the controversial Charlotte Flair, Tiffany Stratton Smackdown promo and what it revealed about both of them. All that plus the latest happenings in professional wrestling on this edition of 83Weeks.
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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss how the build up for WrestleMania is going? Eric shares his thoughts on the situation and if fans need to be concerned. The guys also chop it up about AEW announcing that ALL IN Texas is now going to be an afternoon show. Eric has a lot to say about the decision that might surprise you. All that plus, a ton of questions from our LIVE audience on thi...
"EZE" Eric Bischoff with the "Total Package" Lex Luger and Diamond Dallas Page sit down to discuss their legendary careers, life lessons, and how the power of hope has changed their lives. All that plus, the trio answers questions from our LIVE audience on this special edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff.
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On this LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss and break down all the very latest in the world of professional wrestling. Plus, the guys take a deep dive into John Cena's epic address to the WWE Universe and hold it up to the impact of Hulk Hogan's promo from Bash At The Beach 1996. All that and Eric will be answer questions from our 83WEEKS.com LIVE audience.
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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric is joined by special guest Jason Hervey! Jason is Eric's long time producing partner, this dynamic duo is responsible for some of the wildest reality based television of the 2000s including Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling! Eric and Jason remanence about their experiences working with CMT, the celebrity talent and so much more.
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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad hand the reigns of the show over to our listeners and viewers.
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On this REMIX episode of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson, Eric and Conrad look back to celebrate the 25th anniversary of WCW Uncensored 2000!
Eric was on his way back to WCW at this time, but hadn't quite returned yet, and on this episode he discusses his WCW status at that time and his working relationships with some of the office, plus the card itself, including the main event of Hulk Hogan vs. Ric Flair in the fa...
On this LIVE edition on 83WEEKS.com, Eric and Conrad deep dive and dissect the process and formula behind selling professional wrestling to television networks. Eric has vast experience in the field and is pulling back the curtain behind what many wrestling fans have never hear of or seen before. We hope you enjoy this MasterClass from the former World Championship CEO, Eric Bischoff.
On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad take us on a wild ride of "What If" hypotheticals such as What If Eric hired HBK instead of Bret, What If Eric never created the cruiserweight division, and What If Eric had today's social media available during WCW's prime? Eric answers all those scenarios and so much more on this edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff.
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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad take us back 25 years for a wild episode of Monday night RAW featuring The Radicalz, Triple H, The Rock, Cactus Jack and a whole bunch more. Eric discusses the impact of WCW losing The Radicalz and how he new that was the nail in WCW's coffin. He also shares that Verne Gagne alerted him about a college wrestler with big potential, and Eric talks about never really seeing Dallas as a true...
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