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!

Episode 405: Does Gunther Have Good Heat or Bad Heat? 12/19/2025

Episode 405: Does Gunther Have Good Heat or Bad Heat? On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad break down John Cena’s final match and the fan backlash that followed. Did Eric feel the criticism was justified, or was it completely blown out of proportion? Eric also weighs in on Gunther’s standing in the WWE Universe after his win over Cena and what kind of real HEAT Gunther is feeling right now. Plus, the guys take a trip back through the month of December in WCW history, revisiting key moments from the company’s past. And to round things out, Raj Giri joins the show to discuss Mick Foley’s departure from WWE. It’s a loaded edition of 83 Weeks you won’t want to miss. STEVEN SINGER JEWELERS - No one does real diamond jewelry better. Experience the difference at Steven Singer Jewelers. Go online to today! Always fast and FREE shipping is waiting for you. ROCKET MONEY - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RIDGE - Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code 83WEEKS at ! #Ridgepod BUTCHER BOX - Get free turkey or ham in their first box, or choose ground beef for life - PLUS $20 off your first order. Go to to choose your offer and get this limited-time deal, with free shipping always. CASH APP - Download Cash App Today: #CashAppPod As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct Deposit, Overdraft Coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. JCW LUNACY - Juggalo Championship Wrestling drops BRAND NEW episodes of Lunacy every Thursday at 7pm ET exclusively on their YouTube channel check it out! PRIZE PICKS - Visit and use code 83WEEKS to get $50 in lineups after you pay your first $5 lineup! SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. /episode/index/show/f53d5e3c-ac73-474e-8728-e5d799bc27f7/id/39461705

Episode 404: 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff 12.12.25 12/12/2025

Episode 403: Netflix Buys Warner Brothers Discovery 12/06/2025

Episode 403: Netflix Buys Warner Brothers Discovery On this special LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff is on the mic breaking down the biggest story in entertainment and wrestling, Netflix’s purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery. Raj Giri joins the conversation to share his insight on the deal and what it could mean for the industry, along with all the other major headlines from this week in professional wrestling. Easy E also takes questions directly from the live audience, delivering unfiltered opinions, honest reactions, and even welcoming a few surprise guests along the way. It’s unpredictable, energetic, and absolutely can’t-miss episode of 83 Weeks. STEVEN SINGER JEWELERS - No one does real diamond jewelry better. Experience the difference at Steven Singer Jewelers. Go online to today! Always fast and FREE shipping is waiting for you. TUSHY - Over 2 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off Tushy with code 83WEEKS at #tushypod JCW LUNACY - Juggalo Championship Wrestling drops BRAND NEW episodes of Lunacy every Thursday at 7pm ET exclusively on their YouTube channel check it out! HARRY'S - Get the Harry’s Plus Trial Set for only $10 at #Harryspod SIGNOS - Go to , and get 25% off select plans with code 83WEEKS. STOPBOX - Not only do you get 10% Off your entire order when you use code 83WEEKS10 at , but they are also giving you Buy One Get One Free for their StopBox Pro. #stopboxpod BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code 83WEEKS -- just pay $5 shipping. RAYCON - Raycon’s going big this holiday season — everything’s up to 20% off! Just click the link in the description or go to to save on Raycon audio products sitewide TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at ! #trueclassicpod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. /episode/index/show/f53d5e3c-ac73-474e-8728-e5d799bc27f7/id/39237200

Episode 402: Bret Said What? 11/28/2025

Episode 402: Bret Said What? On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad unload a jam-packed slate of headlines, controversy, and classic WCW insight. Eric dives into the return of the super cards concept and shares his unfiltered thoughts on Bret Hart’s latest barrage of bombastic statements, including what Bret got right—and what he absolutely didn’t. The guys also address Dave Meltzer labeling Eric a “grifter,” with Bischoff responding the only way he knows how: directly, honestly, and with zero hesitation. Then, the conversation shifts to a deep dive into the creation and evolution of Raven’s Flock. Did Eric see the faction as a unique, gritty piece of WCW storytelling? Or was it an idea he’d have rather left on the cutting room floor? Eric sets the record straight with behind-the-scenes insight you won’t hear anywhere else. All that plus so much more on this can’t-miss, no-holds-barred edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff. BUTCHER BOX - Get free turkey or ham in their first box, or choose ground beef for life - PLUS $20 off your first order. Go to to choose your offer and get this limited-time deal, with free shipping always. RIDGE - Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code 83WEEKS at ! #Ridgepod SIGNOS - Visit and get 25% off select plans with code 83WEEKS. STEVEN SINGER JEWELER - NO ONE DOES REAL DIAMOND JEWELRY BETTER. EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT STEVEN SINGER JEWELERS. ONLINE AT . ALWAYS WITH FAST AND FREE SHIPPING. THAT’S IHATESTEVENSINGER.COM JCW LUNACY - BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code 83WEEKS -- just pay $5 shipping. TUSHY - Over 2 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off Tushy with code 83WEEKS at #tushypod THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code 83WEEKS15 at #theperfectjeanpod TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at ! #trueclassicpod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. /episode/index/show/f53d5e3c-ac73-474e-8728-e5d799bc27f7/id/39186250

Episode 401: Eric Reacts To The Tony Khan Interview 11/21/2025

Episode 401: Eric Reacts To The Tony Khan Interview On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad rewind 30 years to revisit the very first time Sting went one-on-one with Hulk Hogan on WCW Monday Nitro! Was this match a glimpse into the future of the company? And did Hogan’s all-black gear hint that he was already testing the waters of a heel turn? Eric breaks down the atmosphere, the intrigue, and the bizarre context of this moment in WCW history — long before the nWo was even an idea. If that’s not enough, Eric gives his LIVE reaction to Tony Khan’s interview on The Ariel Helwani Show. What did Eric think about Tony’s comments on him, his influence, and his impact on Tony’s own thought process and career? All that, plus so much more, on this jam-packed edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff! STEVEN SINGER JEWELERS - No one does real diamond jewelry better. Experience the difference at Steven Singer Jewelers. Go to always with fast and FREE shipping. SIGNOS - Go to , and get 25% off select plans with code 83WEEKS. BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code 83WEEKS -- just pay $5 shipping. INDACLOUD - If you’re 21 or older, get 40% OFF your first order + free shipping @IndaCloud with code 83WEEKS at ! #indacloudpod PRIZE PICKS - Visit and use code 83WEEKS to get $50 in lineups after you pay your first $5 lineup! CASH APP - Download Cash App Today: #CashAppPod As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct Deposit, Overdraft Coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. QUINCE - Layer up this fall with pieces that feel as good as they look. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. STOPBOX - Not only do you get 10% Off your entire order when you use code 83WEEKS10 at , but they are also giving you Buy One Get One Free for their StopBox Pro. #stopboxpod HARRY'S PLUS - Get the Harry’s Plus Trial Set for only $10 at #Harryspod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. /episode/index/show/f53d5e3c-ac73-474e-8728-e5d799bc27f7/id/39112230

Episode 400: Ask Eric Anything 11/13/2025

Episode 399: WCW Let Fans Book Nitro! 11/07/2025

Episode 399: WCW Let Fans Book Nitro! On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad revisit the unforgettable episode of Monday Nitro where the fans booked the main event! Eric shares his thoughts on this bold experiment and how it helped shape fan interaction in professional wrestling for years to come. Plus, the guys welcome special guest — former WWE and WCW superstar Barry Darsow — to talk about his brand-new book, Sickles, Studs, and Stolen Cars. Barry and Eric also reflect on the infamous Blacktop Bully vs. Dustin Rhodes match that ended up costing Barry his job. And if that’s not enough, Massive Heat’s Raj Giri joins the show with the latest news and notes from around the wrestling world. It’s a can’t-miss edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff! Order "Sickles, Studs and Stolen Cars" today! BUTCHER BOX - Get free turkey or ham in their first box, or choose ground beef for life - PLUS $20 off your first order. Go to to choose your offer and get this limited-time deal, with free shipping always. MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code 83WEEKS at ! #mandopod JCW LUNACY - Juggalo Championship Wrestling drops BRAND NEW episodes of Lunacy every Thursday at 7pm ET exclusively on their YouTube channel check it out! TUSHY - Over 2 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off Tushy with code 83WEEKS at #tushypod STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code 83WEEKS at #stopboxpod STEVEN SINGER JEWELERS - NO ONE DOES REAL DIAMOND JEWELRY BETTER. EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT STEVEN SINGER JEWELERS. ONLINE AT . ALWAYS WITH FAST AND FREE SHIPPING. THAT’S IHATESTEVENSINGER.COM RAYCON - Raycon’s going big for Black Friday and Cyber Monday — everything’s up to 30% off! Just click the link in the description or go to to save on Raycon audio products sitewide HARRY'S - Get the Harry’s Plus Trial Set for only $10 at #Harryspod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. /episode/index/show/f53d5e3c-ac73-474e-8728-e5d799bc27f7/id/38925950

Episode 398: To Bleed, Or Not To Bleed 10/31/2025

Episode 397: Yeti Madness 10/24/2025

Episode 396: Eric Bischoff's Top 5 Marathon 10/17/2025

Episode 395: The WCW Invasion Was D.O.A. 10/10/2025

Episode 394: Mean Gene's 1-900 Hustle 10/03/2025

Episode 393: WWE Ruined The nWo 09/26/2025

Episode 392: Confusionpalooza 09/19/2025

Episode 392: Confusionpalooza On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad are joined by Raj Giri to break down the confusion surrounding WWE’s upcoming PLE, Wrestlepalooza. Did WWE do enough to explain how fans can watch the event on ESPN? The guys also dig into WrestleMania 43’s move to Saudi Arabia and what it could mean for WWE’s “Super Bowl” moving forward. Plus, Eric shares his unfiltered thoughts on Vince Russo’s booking, counts down his Top 5 biggest WCW fails, and so much more on this week’s edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff! SIGNOS - Go to , and get $10 off select plans with code 83WEEKS. PRIZE PICKS - Visit and use code 83WEEKS to get $50 in lineups after you pay your first $5 lineup! BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code 83WEEKS -- just pay $5 shipping. RIDGE - Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code 83WEEKS at ! #Ridgepod LEGAL BUDDY - Download the Legal Buddy App at . Register today, use referral code LEGAL for your chance to win a $250 Amazon Gift Card. SAVE WITH ERIC - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. ADVERTISE WITH ERIC - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on 83 Weeks. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to now and find out more about advertising with 83 Weeks. 83 WEEKS MERCH - You can now rep some of your favorite Bischoff-isms in style, like “Controversy Creates Cash,” “Heat is Life,” and my personal favorite, “Better Than, Less Than, Different Than” and our LIMITED EDITON “Nitro 30” all available now at SOCIAL HANDLES Like - subscribe - leave a 5 star rating on all platforms Twitter handles - @ebischoff, @heyheyitsconrad Instagram handles - @therealericbischoff @heyheyitsconrad Facebook handles - ebischoff and heyheyitsconrad Show handles - @83weeks on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook YouTube - Like, subscribe and turn on notifications at 83Weeks.com /episode/index/show/f53d5e3c-ac73-474e-8728-e5d799bc27f7/id/38272155

Episode 391: How Much For Fun? 09/12/2025

Episode 391: How Much For Fun? On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad welcome friend of the show Raj Giri to talk about the possible home for WrestleMania 48, the surge in WWE ticket sales, and the rumored interest Paramount may have in purchasing WBD. Eric also reacts to reports that Vince McMahon wasn’t fully sold on AJ Styles when he first arrived in WWE. Plus, Eric reveals his Top 5 favorite WCW Monday Night matches — and some of his picks might surprise you! FACTOR - Eat smart with Factor. Get started at and use code 83weeks50off to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. SIGNOS - Go to , and get $10 off select plans with code 83WEEKS. TECHOVAS - Get 10% off at when you sign up for email and texts. THE PERFECT JEANS - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code 83WEEKS15 at #theperfectjeanpod BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code 83WEEKS -- just pay $5 shipping. SAVE WITH ERIC - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. ADVERTISE WITH ERIC - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on 83 Weeks. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to AdvertiseWithEric.com now and find out more about advertising with 83 Weeks. 83WEEKS MERCH - You can now rep some of your favorite Bischoff-isms in style, like “Controversy Creates Cash,” “Heat is Life,” and my personal favorite, “Better Than, Less Than, Different Than” Available now at CONNECT WITH US Like - subscribe - leave a 5 star rating on all platforms Twitter handles - @ebischoff, @heyheyitsconrad Instagram handles - @therealericbischoff @heyheyitsconrad Facebook handles - ebischoff and heyheyitsconrad Show handles - @83weeks on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook YouTube - Like, subscribe and turn on notifications at /episode/index/show/f53d5e3c-ac73-474e-8728-e5d799bc27f7/id/38149870

Episode 390: WCW Nitro Turns 30 09/05/2025

Episode 389: Jake! What Are You Doing? 08/29/2025

Episode 388: TKO Is Taking Over 08/22/2025

Episode 388: TKO Is Taking Over On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad take a deep dive into TKO’s growing involvement in the world of sports entertainment, exploring what their presence means for the industry and how it could shape the future of both WWE and AEW. From business strategy to creative influence, the guys break down the opportunities and challenges that come with a powerhouse like TKO stepping further into the spotlight. In addition, Eric looks back on his time working with Terry Taylor during the WCW years. Was Terry an underrated talent behind the scenes? What unique skills did he bring to the table, and how did his contributions impact WCW’s direction during that era? Eric opens up about their working relationship and gives an honest assessment of what he feels was Terry’s greatest strength in the business. ***Check out more of Eric's thoughts on TKO*** REAL AMERICAN FREESTYLE - Don't miss a single moment of all the action from Real American Freestyle Wrestling August 30th airing on the FOX Nation streaming network. Tickets are also available at HARRYS - Our listeners get Harry’s Trial Set for only $8 + a Free Gift at #Harryspod RIDGE - Get 10% Off your entire order & take advantage of Ridge’s Annual Sweepstakes by going to #Ridgepod NO PURCH. NEC. Open to legal residents of 50 US/DC, Canada & the UK, age maj.+. Void where prohibited. Begins 8/1/25 and ends 9/15/25. 2 winners selected. Max Prizes total ARV: $380,000 USD / approximately $516,000 CAD / £306,800. Canadian skill-testing question required. Subject to Rules, including free entry method & odds: ridge.com/rules. Sponsor: The Ridge Wallet, LLC. DELETE ME - Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code 83WEEKS at checkout. MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code 83WEEKS at ! #mandopod BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code 83WEEKS -- just pay $5 shipping. SAVE WITH ERIC - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. /episode/index/show/f53d5e3c-ac73-474e-8728-e5d799bc27f7/id/37893570