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
May 17, 2024 • 169 mins
On this episode of 83Weeks, Eric and Conrad take a look back 25 years to Monday Nitro (05.17.99) and discuss the beginning of the end of WCW. Eric shares details on the direction and struggles the company was experiencing at the time and draws a parallel to what AEW appears to be going through now.
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May 16, 2024 • 105 mins
On this episode of Wise Choices, Eric breaks down each segment of the May 15th edition of AEW Dynamite and discusses his thoughts through the eyes of a television producer.
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May 13, 2024 • 15 mins
Eric and Conrad discuss the future of 83Weeks
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May 11, 2024 • 54 mins
On this edition of Wise Choices, Eric is back from a quick family trip and is catching up on all your burning questions.
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May 6, 2024 • 152 mins
On this episode of 83Weeks, Eric and Conrad are handing the reigns over to our listeners with a "no punches pulled" edition of #AskEricAnything . Eric and Conrad cover over two hours worth of subjects such as, Eric's time in WCW, his latest observations of AEW, and the X scuffle over the weekend with FTR's Dax Harwood. All that plus so much more on this edition of 83Weeks with Eric Bischoff.
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May 1, 2024 • 81 mins
On this episode of Wise Choices, Eric is joined by his 83Weeks co-host Conrad Thompson to discuss the 2024 WWE Draft. Eric shares his thoughts on if the draft is even worth the time anymore.
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April 29, 2024 • 95 mins
On this episode of 83Weeks, Eric and Conrad play a fun game of "Who would you induct into the WCW hall of fame." The guys debate the value of some of their inductees and discuss viewer/listener's suggestions too. This is going to be a rare hypothetical episode of 83Weeks that we're sure will have people debating for years to come. Eric and Conrad also catch up on all the news and notes in the world of professional wrestling that yo...
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April 25, 2024 • 91 mins
On this special edition of Wise Choices, Eric welcomes WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray to the show. The guys discuss the state of professional wrestling, what AEW needs to change to be successful, the lifting of non competes and how it will effect professional wrestling and so much more.
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April 22, 2024 • 186 mins
On this episode of 83Weeks, Eric and Conrad take us through Eric's history as a reality television producer and his Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling project with his partner Jason Hervey. How did the show get developed, who was the most difficult to work with, was any of it "real"? Find out the answers to those questions, plus Eric's thoughts on everything going on in the wild world of professional wrestling on this ed...
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April 17, 2024 • 169 mins
On this episode of 83WEEKS, Eric is back from down under and ready to dish on everything that's happened in the world of professional wrestling while he was away. Eric and Conrad discuss the major WWE changes happening in the companies office staff, the productions changes that are giving the product new life, Tony Khan's reaction to releasing the backstage footage, and so much more on this 83WEEKS.com LIVE edition!
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April 8, 2024 • 123 mins
On this episode of 83Weeks, Eric Bischoff and host Conrad Thompson breakdown what many are calling the "Greatest WrestleMania" of all time WrestleMania XL. Eric shares his thoughts on Cody finally closing the chapter on his story and what he expects to see next. He also talks about all the latest news and notes of everything happening in professional wrestling this past week.
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April 3, 2024 • 77 mins
On this edition of Wise Choices, Eric welcomes YouTube expert Ant Evans , to discuss the power of YouTube and if he believes AEW has missed an opportunity to capitalize on it.
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April 2, 2024 • 149 mins
On this episode of 83Weeks, Eric and Conrad are discussing all things WrestleMania XL and the epic card we will see this weekend. The guys also breakdown the CM Punk interview that caused a massive buzz. Plus the latest in the Vince McMahon lawsuit. All that plus so much more on this edition of 83Weeks with Eric Bischoff.
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March 29, 2024 • 66 mins
It's the "sunsetting" edition of Strictly Business with Eric Bischoff! In this episode, Eric explains why the show is coming to a close, and comments on Tony Khan's response to it. Plus, thoughts on WWE's big edition of RAW, AEW's new COO, and more!
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March 26, 2024 • 108 mins
On this episode of 83Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss the weekly evolution from the PG WWE product to the more edgier shows we're seeing every week. Plus the guys react to AEW naming a COO, Rhonda Rousey's comments about her time in WWE, and everything else happening in the wild world of professional wrestling.
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March 22, 2024 • 67 mins
Eric Bischoff is back from the road, and he's taking your questions on the BUSINESS of the business on Strictly Business!
Eric discusses Mercedes Mone's level of viewership pull with AEW, WWE's new MLB belts, production logistics, WrestleMania at different venues, and more!
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March 18, 2024 • 150 mins
On this episode of 83Weeks, Eric and Conrad are handing over the reigns of the show to you the listener for another edition of #AskEricAnything. Eric answers your questions for over two hours covering all the ins and out of professional wrestling.
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March 15, 2024 • 57 mins
Eric Bischoff has the week off, but the business of the business rolls on! Jon Alba discusses Mercedes Mone's AEW debut, WWE partnering with Bloodsport, and then speaks with A.J. Francis about how he's putting his WWE release in the rearview mirror and aiming to conquer the wrestling world as himself!
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March 11, 2024 • 160 mins
On this episode of 83WEEKS, Eric and Conrad dive into Controversy Creates Cash and the process of writing it and Dave Meltzer's thoughts of the book. Before that, the guys discuss everything happening in the world of professional wrestling including Okada's debut, Cody slapping The Rock, Vince McMahon selling millions in stock, and so much more on this week's edition of 83Weeks with Eric Bischoff.
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March 7, 2024 • 73 mins
In this edition of Strictly Business, Eric Bischoff breaks down the AEW Dynamite rebranding effort, diving into the weeds on production changes and positioning of new stars like Will Ospreay and Okada.
Plus, a look back on Sting's last match, and news about WWE's initial Netflix discussions!
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