On this edition of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss the ABSOLUTE WORST WCW gimmicks. The Ding Dongs? Arachnaman? Van Hammer? The gang is all here! MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code 83WEEKS at Manscaped.com. Manscaped, get your Jingle balls ready for the Holidays. MIRACLE BRAND - Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Brand! Go to TryMiracle.com/83WEEKS and use the code 83WEEKS to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Treat yourself, a friend, or loved one this ...
Nov 21, 2022•2 hr 17 min•Ep 245•Transcript available on Metacast On this MAIN FEED DEBUT of Strictly Business, we welcome an individual who has spent countless years behind the scenes for WWF, WCW, and TNA, and currently serves as Chief Operating Officer for FITE, Mike Weber! ROCKET MONEY-Get rid of useless subscriptions with Rocket Money now. Go to ROCKETMONEY.COM/BISCHOFF. Seriously, it could save you HUNDREDS per year. Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at ROCKETMONEY.COM/BISCHOFF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...
Nov 17, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast This edition of 83 Weeks is about THE DUNGEON OF DOOM!!! Eric Bischoff and Casio Kid talk all about the founding, the floundering, the YET TAY! and everything in between. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code 83WEEKS at Manscaped.com. Be thankful this holiday season for the best gift of all from MANSCAPED™. Your Balls Will Thank you™ HENSON SHAVING - It’s time to say no to subscriptions and yes to a razor that’ll last you a lifetime. Visit HENSONSHAVING.com/83WEEKS to pick the ...
Nov 14, 2022•3 hr 47 min•Ep 244•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad are BOUT IT, BOUT IT as they discuss the events surrounding Master P and the No Limit Soldiers coming into WCW towards the end of Eric's run with the company. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code 83WEEKS at Manscaped.com. Be thankful this holiday season for the best gift of all from MANSCAPED™. Your Balls Will Thank you™ HENSON SHAVING - It’s time to say no to subscriptions and yes to a razor that’ll last you a lifetime. Visit HENSO...
Nov 07, 2022•2 hr 45 min•Ep 243•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad are talking about the career of one of the most creative minds in professional wrestling, Kevin Sullivan! The Boston Brawler's time in WCW as a wrestler, member of the Dungeon of Doom, feuding with Hulk Hogan, becoming involved creatively, Chris Benoit, Woman, the Horsemen and more! CHILISLEEP - Head over to sleep.me/83WEEKS to learn more and save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Cube, or OOLER Sleep System. This offer is available exclusivel...
Oct 31, 2022•2 hr 8 min•Ep 242•Transcript available on Metacast This week on 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff, we celebrate Halloween Havoc season with a 6+ hour look back at Eric and Conrad's dissection of the iconic seasonal events from 1995, 1996 and 1998! MANSCAPED - Go to Manscaped.com and get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code 83WEEKS. Say Trick or Treat to your beautiful new Halloweenie with MANSCAPED™. CHILISLEEP - Head over to sleep.me/83WEEKS to learn more and save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Cube, or OOLER Sleep System. This offer is...
Oct 24, 2022•7 hr 32 min•Ep 241•Transcript available on Metacast With Conrad traveling back from Triplemania XXX, Casio is in the co-host chair as him and Eric go 2+ hours, picking back up on Scott Hall's WCW run! Topics include Scott returning from rehab, "overruling" finishes, Barry Bloom, plans to split up Hall & Nash, Sean Waltman's release, Scott's continued issues, Goldberg, and much more! NUTRAFOL - You can grow thicker, healthier hair AND support our show by going to Nutrafol.com/men and entering the promo code 83WEEKS to save $15 off your first month...
Oct 17, 2022•3 hr 45 min•Ep 240•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, we revisit Eric finishing up his run in the WWE in 2005. From watching Vince McMahon blow his knees out at the Rumble, Raw in Japan, Bischoff announcing Money in the Bank for the first time, getting the RKO, Batista turning on Hunter, the ECW invasion, John Cena joining Raw, slapping referees, Kurt Angle and more! MANSCAPED - Go to Manscaped.com and get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code 83WEEKS. Slay your worst pubes and keep your dagger clean with MANSCAPED™. ...
Oct 10, 2022•2 hr 15 min•Ep 239•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff and host Conrad Thompson discuss the creation and arrival of Raven to the WCW landscape. The guys pull back the curtain and share stories of Raven's character development and impact to the professional wrestling. MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code 83WEEKS at manscaped.com. That’s 20% off + free shipping with the code 83WEEKS at manscaped.com. Keep things smooth and fresh as we enter Fresh Ball Fall! CHILISLEEP - Head...
Oct 03, 2022•2 hr 3 min•Ep 238•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, it's all about "The Iceman" Dean Malenko! Topics include Dean signing with WCW, becoming Cruiserweight Champion, having issues with finding his way, his in-ring work, becoming a Horsemen and much more! CHILISLEEP -Head over to sleep.me/83WEEKS to learn more and save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Cube, or OOLER Sleep System. This offer is available exclusively for 83 Weeks listeners -- and only for a limited time! RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code...
Sep 26, 2022•2 hr 59 min•Ep 237•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss how impactful the cruiserweight division was in WCW - and the explosion of Lucha Libre in the American culture after it was featured in WCW. On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss how impactful the cruiserweight division was in WCW - and the explosion of Lucha Libre in the American culture after it was featured in WCW. CHILISLEEP - Head over to sleep.me/83WEEKS to learn more and save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Cube...
Sep 19, 2022•2 hr 1 min•Ep 236•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and special guest co-host, Casio Kid, bring you a fun edition of Ask Eric Anything! Topics include Top Guy Weekend, wrestling returning to Mall of America, nWo without Hulk, recent AEW happenings, MJF, and much more! RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code BISCHOFF to get 5% off SITEWIDE! That’s 5% off their top-notch wood pellet grills, one-of a kind RECTEQ ICER coolers, chef-tested rubs and sauces, accessories, merchandise, everything, 5% off! CARSHIELD - C...
Sep 12, 2022•3 hr•Ep 235•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad look back 25 years at Fall Brawl 1997! It's WarGames with the Horsemen taking on the nWo, Lex Luger & DDP teaming up against Scott Hall & Randy Savage, The Giant vs. Scott Norton, Dean Malenko vs. Jeff Jarrett, plus Eddie Guerrero and Chris Jericho battle for the Cruiserweight title! ATHLETIC GREENS - Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1x year supply of immune-support Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to...
Sep 05, 2022•3 hr 32 min•Ep 234•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric goes in-depth on what exactly went into Hulk Hogan's arrival in WCW, and how he was the savior for the brand. What Hulk did to not just increase interest in WCW from a wrestling fan perspective, but from a business perspective. CHILISLEEP - Head over to chilisleep.com/83WEEKS to learn more and save 30% off the purchase of any new Cube or OOLER Sleep System. This offer is available especially for 83 Weeks listeners -- and only for a limited time! RECTEQ - Visit r...
Aug 29, 2022•2 hr 4 min•Ep 233•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric will watch the memorable Nitro where Arn Anderson hands not just his spot, but THE spot, to Curt Hennig. The show also features Lex Luger and Randy Savage in the main event, Alex Wright challenging Dean Malenko for the WCW TV title, Yuji Nagata goes for the Cruiserweight title against Chris Jericho, Eddie Guerrero vs. Steve McMichael for the US title, Chris Benoit against Jeff Jarrett, and much more! CHILISLEEP - Head over to chilisleep.com/83WEEKS to learn more...
Aug 22, 2022•3 hr 31 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad revisit Eric's WWE run in 2004! Topics include going to Japan, European tours, wrestling Vince McMahon on Raw, the Draft Lottery, Taboo Tuesday, Eugene, losing his hair, and much more! NHTSA - You’re hanging out with some friends and pung back a few drinks. A few becomes a few too many. So, if you think you’re okay to drive a%er a few drinks, think again. Play it safe and plan ahead to get a ride. It only takes one mistake to change your life, or som...
Aug 15, 2022•3 hr 28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mongo comes aboard to WCW as a color commentator for the launch of Monday Nitro, and then transitions into a heel with the Horsemen. Steve's feud with Jeff Jarrett, the first big program with Goldberg, the Horsemen reform, and more! Plus, some Debra McMichael stories that will have everyone talking! GEICO - Do you own or rent your home? Sure you do! And it’s hard work. But you know what’s easy? Bundling with GEICO. Go to GEICO.com, get a quote, and see how much YOU could save. It’s GEICO-easy! R...
Aug 08, 2022•2 hr 58 min•Ep 230•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric sits down with comedian and former member of the Howard Stern Show, Shuli Egar, on location in Nashville to discuss the parallel's between comedy and wrestling, Ric Flair's Last Match, and more! FREEDOM GROOMING - To thank you for being such a loyal listener we have partnered with Freedom Grooming to give you an exclusive 20% off when you go to FreedomGrooming.com/83WEEKS GEICO - Do you own or rent your home? Sure you do! And it’s hard work. But you know what’s ...
Aug 02, 2022•2 hr 44 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, it is a topic we thought we might never see, and that is the WWE WITHOUT Vince McMahon. What does the future of the company look like without Vince? Eric and Conrad discuss the potential political landscape, creative moving forward, and so much more. CARSHIELD - CarShield helps protect my wallet from expensive car repairs, and they’ll do the same for you! Go to CarShield.com/Podcast to start your plan and lock in your pricing forever. PEACOCK - WWE is turning up the ...
Jul 25, 2022•3 hr 31 min•Transcript available on Metacast We are one night removed from the Bash at the Beach - and we have the debut of the Nitro Girls, Raven and Stevie Richards are here, and Bill Goldberg is in the dark match. Plus, Alex Wright vs. Prince Iaukea, Chavo vs. Eddie, Steiners vs. Buff and Norton, Konnan joins the nWo. Is Curt Hennig with the Horsemen? Hall and Syxx take on Harlem Heat and Ric Flair takes on Jeff Jarrett! ZBIOTICS.COM - Give ZBiotics a try for yourself. Go to zbiotics.com/83WEEKS to get 15% off your first order when you ...
Jul 18, 2022•2 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast The epic showdown between Dennis Rodman & Hollywood Hogan taking on Lex Luger & The Giant. Roddy Piper takes on Ric Flair, Curt Hennig debuts and teams with DDP taking on Scott Hall and Randy Savage, Jeff Jarrett taking on Steve McMichael for the WCW US title, Chris Benoit and Kevin Sullivan battle it out in a retirement match and much more. It’s peak WCW in 1997! POWER BOMB PIZZA - Powerbomb Pizza is the first delivery only pizzeria with over 30 locations that combines wrestling with handcrafte...
Jul 11, 2022•3 hr 32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kevin Nash begins 1999 in WCW as the man who ended Goldberg's streak and WCW's World Champion. Then we have the Finger Poke of Doom and away we go for Kevin's 1999. Kevin's role in creative, the newly formed nWo only lasting a few months, winning the Title again from DDP, before Hogan retires him at Road Wild! CAR SHIELD - CarShield helps protect my wallet from expensive car repairs, and they’ll do the same for you! Go to CarShield.com/Podcast to start your plan and lock in your pricing forever....
Jul 04, 2022•2 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff, Conrad is under the weather and couldn't record this week so we're taking look back at The Great American Bash 1996 through 1999 in this 8+ hour MEGASODE! We all hope Conrad feels better soon and comes back next week with a vengeance. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code 83WEEKS at Manscaped.com RECTEQ - So, It’s time to toss that tasteless gas grill, messy charcoal grill, or even that overhyped brand name grill aside, and join a...
Jun 27, 2022•9 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad are joined by special guest, WWE Hall of Famer and Host of Busted Open Radio, Bully Ray, to discuss Aces and Eights! Where the idea came from, was it based off Sons of Anarchy, the nWo, the members and angles. The launch from the attack on Sting at his Hall of Fame ceremony, attacking Hulk Hogan, Devon being the first recognized member, Doc Gallows, Mr. Anderson, Mike Knox, and the Bully Ray - Brooke Hogan match. What were the plans? What does Eric re...
Jun 20, 2022•2 hr 45 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad looks back 17 years at ECW's One Night Stand 2005! Eric Bischoff is part of the build; and his promos with Vince McMahon and Paul Heyman. What it was like being at the show itself in the balcony, taking the Stone Cold Stunner at the end of the show, and his overall thoughts on One Night Stand '05! GEICO - Do you own or rent your home? Sure you do! And it’s hard work. But you know what’s easy? Bundling with GEICO. Go to GEICO.com, get a quote, and see ...
Jun 13, 2022•3 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is an episode of 83 Weeks that is sure to have people talking, as Eric reacts to the post-Double or Nothing comments by Tony Khan. And then, Eric and Conrad revisit the June 9,1997 Nitro, watchalong style! We will be discussing the build to Great American Bash from this Nitro in Boston at the Fleet Center. This show will also feature the announcement of Hulk Hogan & Dennis Rodman teaming together at Bash at the Beach, and also feature Lex Luger against Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage getting fined...
Jun 06, 2022•2 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, the topic is Lex Luger's 1995-97! In anticipation of celebrating Lex’s birthday on June 2, Eric will discuss bringing Lex back to the company, his hesitation on it, the Dungeon of Doom connection, Lex vs. Hulk, Lex as a main player in the WCW vs. nWo war, Lex’s title win over Hogan, and story with DDP, Curt Hennig and Buff Bagwell. Lex’s relationship with Sting, and much more! ATHLETIC GREENS - Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE one year supply of immune sup...
May 30, 2022•2 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, the topic is WCW Slamboree 1993! Main evented by Big Van Vader vs. Davey Boy Smith for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Other topics include Arn Anderson challenging Barry Windham for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, WCW Hall of Fame inductees, the Legends Reunion concept, Sid's return, and much more! SHEETZ - Energy drink or Milkshake? Imagine getting your favorite energy-bursting G fuel flavors whipped, iced, and milkshak-ified! Go to www.SHEETZ.com a...
May 23, 2022•2 hr 24 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss WCW coming off Slamboree 1997 and it's a 1 hour show due to the NBA Playoffs. Steven Regal takes on Prince Iaukea, Ernest Miller's debut is recapped, Masa Chono vs. David Taylor, Nick Patrick's reinstatement, Michael Wallstreet vs. Scotty Riggs, NASCAR's involvement, Steve McMichael & Jeff Jarrett take on the Steiners, Mongo and Kevin Greene's feud continues, Syxx vs. Ric Flair, Eric calls out Sting again, but Sting arrives this time, and much...
May 16, 2022•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric is put in the hot seat again for another edition of Ask Eric Anything! Topics include WCW becoming profitable, Randy Orton, management change from Bill Shaw to Harvey Schiller, Ted DiBiase in the nWo, and so much more! GEICO - Do you own or rent your home? Sure you do! And it’s hard work. But you know what’s easy? Bundling with GEICO. Go to GEICO.com, get a quote, and see how much YOU could save. It’s GEICO-easy! ROCK AUTO - Rock Auto is a family business, servi...
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