On this LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and host Conrad Thompson pull back the curtain on the business of professional wrestling past, present, and controversial.

Eric breaks down the science behind booking major Saturday night specials like Clash of the Champions, explaining why timing, competition, and audience behavior matter more than fans realize. He also dives into the real challenges of tape delayed programming, using AEW Grand Slam as a case study in how momentum can shift when spoilers hit.

Bischoff tackles the ongoing fan criticism surrounding creative, making the case that the process constantly evolves and why laying blame at the feet of Triple H oversimplifies a much bigger machine. He doesn't hold back when addressing Dave Meltzer and the recent Brody King reporting controversy, offering his unfiltered take on how narratives get shaped and sometimes distorted.

Plus, Eric weighs in on the business realities behind Warner Bros. Discovery's minority stake in All Elite Wrestling, and the truth behind sluggish ticket sales for WrestleMania what's perception, what's strategy, and what's simply the modern marketplace at work.

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On this LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson turn the show over to you. Listener questions take center stage, no topic is off-limits, and Easy E finds himself right back in the hot seat. The guys also break down everything happening in the wild world of professional wrestling, including Cody Rhodes' idea to bring house shows back to WWE.

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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson break down all things Royal Rumble. Eric shares his thoughts on the massive PLE taking place outside the United States and what that could mean for potential surprises in the Rumble match itself.

The guys are also joined by 83 Weeks contributor Raj Giri to discuss TNA's surprising ratings following week two of TNA Impact, the jaw-dropping logistics of building a Royal Rumble stadium in just a couple of weeks, and what the future may hold for AJ Styles.

It's a timely, news-heavy, and insight packed edition of 83 Weeks you won't want to miss.

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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into WWE's so-called royalty system. Eric weighs in on a recent social media post from Marc Mero that reignited the debate, offering his candid take on how things really work behind the scenes.

The guys also break down the fallout from TNA's debut on AMC, including the disappointing ratings and reports of interest from a major hip-hop artist looking to buy the company. Plus, has WWE Unreal officially gone off the rails? Eric and Conrad share their unfiltered thoughts on Season Two of the Netflix series. It's a news-heavy, opinionated edition of 83 Weeks you won't want to miss.

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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.

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On this special episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson look back at some of Eric's most talked-about Top 5 lists, diving deep into the moments that defined — and sometimes derailed — WCW Monday Nitro. Eric ranks his Top 5 all-time favorite Nitro matches, debating where Hollywood Hulk Hogan vs. Bill Goldberg lands, which classic cruiserweight show-stealers make the cut, whether the very first Nitro match — Brian Pillman vs. Justin "Thunder" Liger — earns a spot, and how many legendary nWo bouts truly stand the test of time.

The conversation then takes a sharp turn as Eric breaks down his Top 5 WCW Fails, revisiting the awful moments, terrible decisions, and embarrassing gimmicks that still make fans cringe.

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On this LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad look back at 2025 and break down the year's biggest GOOD and BAD moments in professional wrestling. What did Eric see as a major miss — and how does he think it could have been avoided? Eric also shares his thoughts on the WWE Archives leaving Peacock at the end of the year. Plus, what about the nWo silver? Eric gives his unfiltered hot take on the final breaths of the legendary faction he helped create. It's a candid, opinionated, and must-watch edition of 83 Weeks!

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