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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!

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The war for WCW is heating up! On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad continue their journey through 1996 with a deep dive into the Monday Nitro after Halloween Havoc. Sting is watching from the rafters, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper is declarin... more

The action in the ring was only part of the story! On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into Halloween Havoc 1996, revealing the business decisions, backstage pressure, and last-minute negotiations behind on... more

On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson travel back 30 years to the October 21, 1996, edition of WCW Monday Nitro and the debut of "Crow" Sting! With a haunting new look and an attitude that left everyone guessing, Sting begins... more

On this week's 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson take us back 30 years for this week in nWo history! The drama between Hollywood Hogan, Miss Elizabeth, and "Macho Man" Randy Savage is reaching a boiling point, and Eric breaks down why wrest... more

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Recent Guests

Chad Bronstein
Owner of Real American Freestyle
Real American Freestyle
Episode: Episode 452: The War For WCW
Eric Bischoff
Former President of WCW and guest on the show
WCW, wrestling promoter
Episode: Episode 444: Watered Down Championship
Ernest The Cat Miller
WCW/WWE wrestler and karate instructor, demo participant
WCW/WWE
Episode: Episode 430: Eric Bischoff's Power Plant Weekend
Adam Jefferson
Participant in a scripted promo segment and fan Q&A setup
WCW-related programming
Episode: Episode 430: Eric Bischoff's Power Plant Weekend
Buddy Lee Parker
Sergeant Buddy Lee Parker, a longtime WCW figure, introduced as part of the Power Plant weekend activities
WCW/Power Plant
Episode: Episode 430: Eric Bischoff's Power Plant Weekend
Elix Skipper
WCW-era wrestler, discussed reconnecting with colleagues during the weekend
WCW
Episode: Episode 430: Eric Bischoff's Power Plant Weekend
Ariel Helwani
MMA journalist and host of Uncrowned
Yahoo/Uncrowned
Episode: Episode 429: Why The nWo Still Matters
Guy Evans
Author of Nitro books; WCW/Wrestling historian
Pro Wrestling Torch / Wrestling history author
Episode: Episode 428: 30th Anniversary of Scott Hall's Invasion of Monday Nitro
Jacques Rougeau
Member of the Rougeau family, wrestling legend
GPW / Wrestling Rougeau family
Episode: Episode 427: What Now MVP?

Hosts

Conrad Thompson
Mortgage professional and wrestling podcast host
Eric Bischoff
Wrestling promoter and former WCW president

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 7.4k ratings
  • Unfollowed Over Russian Support

    He’s just a propaganda prop

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WarsawMike
    United States2 months ago
  • 10/10 content but…

    Amazing wrestling content but a better name for the show would be 83 ad breaks. Literally every 5-6 minutes. Some come in mid-sentence at twice the volume.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nicotine Wolf
    United States3 months ago
  • The industry plan of podcast

    Just another podcast of blah blah blah nonsense. More about two dudes just fluffing each other up with wanna be hot takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lamont Allard
    United States3 months ago
  • TNA didn’t have the talent.

    I despise AEW but the talent gap is gargantuan.

    You never respected wrestling so it’s no surprise you were wrong here.

    I’d love a company to overtake AEW but how do they do that with DOLPH ZIGGLER as a top guy?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BlocSeekr
    United States5 months ago
  • Conrad’s best pairing

    In my opinion the differences between Conrad and Bischoff make for the most solid dynamic in pairing. Two guys I don’t get tired of. Please keep this pairing. Also bring on more guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Russell Boulware
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners praise the wrestling history and Bischoff's firsthand industry insight, especially when paired with Thompson's contrasting perspective.
Frequent ad breaks, including some reported to interrupt discussion or play loudly, are a recurring complaint.
Some listeners enjoy the candid opinions and discussion of current wrestling, while others object to the hosts' takes on WWE and AEW.
Some longtime listeners prefer the WCW nostalgia and historical focus to newer formats or extended discussion of current events.
Several listeners report inconsistent audio, especially echoes, dropouts or lower-quality sound from Bischoff's microphone.

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Episode 452: The War For WCW
Q: What did Real American Freestyle accomplish that week?
Bronstein says the organization acquired World of Wrestling, a major youth wrestling tournament, with plans to preserve its legacy while bringing it greater visibility and connecting youth competition to the professional league.
Episode 452: The War For WCW
Q: How did WCW keep Roddy Piper's debut a secret?
Bischoff says he restricted information to only those who needed it, while having talent arrange their own travel and accommodation to prevent incidental leaks.
Episode 451: The Business Behind Havoc 1996
Q: So chat me up. You know that you've got the main event of Slim Jim's Halloween Havoc. ... So talk me through when you walk into his room, what's that like Eric?
Bischoff says the Sunday-morning contract meeting was essentially a formality because they were close on terms. He recounts entering Savage's room, seeing room service and Savage painting his hair and beard, then managing an unexpected second delivery. He describes Savage as fair-minded and says the negotiation was easy.
Episode 451: The Business Behind Havoc 1996
Q: Talk to us about the MGM Grand partnership.
Bischoff credits Zane Bresloff's industry relationships for arranging the MGM Grand deal, which helped WCW elevate its profile and reach a broader audience.
Episode 449: Pure Soap Opera
Q: Do you remember when or where you shot the vignette with Elizabeth, and how was Randy about showing this different side of his character?
Bischoff says Randy was fully committed, while Neil Pruitt likely produced the scene. He recalls being impressed by Elizabeth's acting and says Savage's vulnerable reaction made the story feel powerful and believable.

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What is 83 Weeks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations about professional wrestling that pair WCW history with analysis of the business and creative choices shaping the industry. Eric Bischoff, former WCW president, brings firsthand accounts of the Monday Night Wars, Nitro, the NWO and the people and decisions behind major storylines. Conrad Thompson guides the discussion, adds a fan and business perspective, and joins Bischoff in reacting to current WWE and AEW events. Episodes often revisit a specific broadcast, match or pay-per-view, then connect its storytelling, talent decisions, sponsorships and television strategy to wrestling today. The distinctive appeal is Bischoff's insider perspective on WCW's rise alongside candid, sometimes contrasting opinions about modern wr... more

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1. Chad Bronstein
2. Eric Bischoff
3. Ernest The Cat Miller
4. Adam Jefferson
5. Buddy Lee Parker
6. Elix Skipper
7. Ariel Helwani
8. Guy Evans

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