On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson aren't holding anything back as they tackle some of the most talked about topics in professional wrestling today. Eric shares his blunt take on Darby Allin as AEW World Champion, explaining why he doesn't believe Darby looks like the face of a major company, and why the decision to put the title on him could be bad for business. The guys also discuss whether AEW and WWE would benefit from reintroducing a cruiserweight division in today's landscape.

Plus, Eric breaks down why Roman Reigns' recent social media promo and why it hit on a different level and what made it resonate so strongly with fans. And in classic 83 Weeks fashion, Eric counts down his Top 5 WrestleMania matches, offering insight and perspective only he can deliver.

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On this special edition of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff heads to Atlanta, Georgia, for a one of a kind sit down at AFX Studios with special effects legend Andre Freitas.

In this fascinating and rare interview, Andre pulls back the curtain on the creativity and innovation that helped define the look and feel of WCW during its most iconic era. From the creation of the legendary Crow Sting character to the stunning makeup transformations of stars like Kevin Nash and Syxx, Andre shares the stories behind the artistry that brought these larger than life personas to life.

Hear how characters like Glacier and Mortis were developed from concept to reality, and the inspiration behind one of WCW's most memorable mascots, Wildcat Willie. It's an inside look at the unsung side of the wrestling business where imagination, design, and execution collide.

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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into some of the most intriguing topics in professional wrestling today, mixing bold opinions with decades of industry insight. Eric opens up by admitting he may have underestimated the impact of Danhausen, discussing how the unique, fan driven appeal of the character resonates with today's audience and what it says about the evolving wrestling landscape.

The guys also discuss Chris Jericho and his return to All Elite Wrestling, with Bischoff suggesting that both financial incentives and creative opportunities likely played a major role in the decision. And, Eric weighs in on Tony Khan and the importance of retaining top tier talent, noting that losing stars like Cody Rhodes and potentially someone as buzzworthy as Danhausen can have a lasting impact on a company's momentum. All that plus, Raj Giri with his wrestling news update on this edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff.

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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson are back with a no holds barred conversation covering some of the hottest topics in professional wrestling and Eric is NOT pulling any punches!

Eric kicks things off by breaking down why Randy Orton represents one of the last true "old school" performers in today's business, and what sets him apart from the modern era. Then, Bischoff sounds off on the idea of wrestling tribalism and why he believes it really only exists in one place.

The discussion heats up as Eric gives major props to Brock Lesnar for going out of his way to elevate rising powerhouse Oba Femi, calling it exactly what the business needs more of. Eric gets candid about "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, admitting he understands the itch to return but explains why, in his opinion, it's never going to happen.

Things get controversial as Eric reacts to Ricochet's recent comments, holding nothing back with his blunt take. And in true 83 Weeks fashion, the guys close things out with a wild what if scenario what would the wrestling world look like if Tony Khan had ever gotten the chance to bid on buying WWE?

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On this LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson are back with the microphones hot and the conversation wide open as Easy E tackles some of the biggest headlines shaking up the wrestling business right now.

First up, Eric weighs in on the questions surrounding the lift of WWE's blackout ban and what it could mean for fans, television distribution, and the company's evolving strategy in the streaming era. Is this a major shift in how WWE plans to present its premium events moving forward?

Then the discussion turns to one of the most fascinating developments in sports entertainment—WWE stepping into the casino and gambling business. Eric explains why he believes this move could be a true game changer for the company and the industry as a whole, opening up entirely new revenue streams and fan engagement opportunities.

The conversation also takes a serious turn as Eric shares his perspective on the OVW incident, explaining why moments like this should serve as an important teaching moment for the entire professional wrestling industry. Eric discusses responsibility, professionalism, and what the business can learn from situations that capture the spotlight for the wrong reasons.

All that, plus the wrestling news update with Raj Giri and live listener questions!

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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and host Conrad Thompson welcome legendary wrestling producer David Sahadi to the show to discuss his new book, Tales from Beyond the Squared Circle.

Sahadi pulls back the curtain on decades of television production in professional wrestling, sharing how Vince McMahon taught him the importance of producing with emotion, while Eric Bischoff showed him how taking risks could transform wrestling television. David also reveals the surprising story behind how Monday Night Raw got its name and recounts a shocking personal moment involving Kevin Dunn and his father's legends check.

The conversation also dives into Sahadi's time working with Eric in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, where he explains why Bischoff was the true creative force while Hulk Hogan focused strictly on being talent. Plus, Eric and Raj Giri weigh in on today's wrestling headlines, including why Road Dogg could be exactly what All Elite Wrestling needs, the intensity surrounding the RAF aftermath brawl, and Eric's take on why Danhausen's WWE debut didn't land the way it should have. It's fascinating behind-the-scenes storytelling, bold opinions, and decades of wrestling television history only on 83 Weeks.

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On this special LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad discuss all the news and notes happening this week in wrestling along with news that the WWE drew in more money last year than the Attitude era! You don't want to miss Eric's take on that plus so much more on this week's 83 Weeks.

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