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Episode 408: Nitro Caused The Wrestling Boom

83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff

Release Date: 01/09/2026

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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Easy E is officially in the hot seat for a no-holds-barred Ask Eric Anything! Eric Bischoff fields your questions on everything from professional wrestling to real life, diving into fascinating “what if” scenarios like what if WCW Monday Nitro never happened? He also reveals who Hulk Hogan wanted to face in his final match and weighs in on where Chris Jericho’s next chapter might lead.

And that’s just the beginning. Raj Giri from Wrestling News Update joins the show to break down all the biggest headlines and breaking stories from this week in wrestling. It’s opinionated, unpredictable, and packed with insight — a must-listen edition of 83 Weeks you don’t want to miss.

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