83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff

This week on Strictly Business, Jon and Eric dive into the TOP 5 Wrestling news stories of 2022. Jimmys Seafood- JimmysFamousSeafood.com ships nationwide. Free 2-day nationwide shipping on orders over $125 (excluding steamed crabs and fresh items) use the promo code: WRESTLEBIZ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff discusses his rise to power in WCW. Starting his time working in the AWA and the decision to leave for WCW, as well as his audition process and early days in the company. Bischoff also delves into his experiences working with Ric Flair, Dusty Rhodes, and other wrestling legends. He shares his thoughts on taking risks, facing criticism, and building his se...

Last week on Strictly Business, we welcomed in two members of the wrestling media that Eric holds in high regard, PWInsider's Mike Johnson and Dave Scherer. And this week, we welcome another individual who fits that bill, as Fightful's Sean Ross Sapp joins the program! Sean discusses his influences in sports media, media literacy, his journalistic process, what sets Fightful apart from other wrest...

Welcome to 83 Weeks #249 with Eric Bischoff! In this podcast, Eric discusses his recent trip to Las Vegas, shares his thoughts on whether wrestling can work on a streaming network, and talks about why he is DONE responding to Ric Flair In the main topic of the episode, Eric dives into the WCW Power Plant, discussing the fast count and his own experiences visiting the facility. He talks about the p...

Welcome to Strictly Business episode #005! In this episode, we're joined by Mike Johnson and Dave Scherer from PWInsider. We introduce Mike and Dave and discuss why we've brought them on the show. Dave talks about founding 1Wrestling with Bob Ryder, and Mike discusses how difficult it is to confirm a story in the world of pro wrestling. Mike also shares his process for finding and reporting on sto...

83 Weeks is back with Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson where our main topic is the end of Eric's tenure at TNA and the controversial decisions that led to his departure from the company. Bischoff opens up about the behind-the-scenes drama and shares his thoughts on what could have been done differently. In this candid conversation, Bischoff and Thompson also discuss Bischoff's Twitter feud with R...

This week on Strictly Business Eric Bischoff & Jon Alba talk to Grammy Winning and 9x Grammy Nominated Multi-Platinum Producer, Musician, & Songwriter: Isaac Wriston all about MUSIC in pro wrestling. ROCKET MONEY- Get rid of useless subscriptions with Rocket Money now. Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at ROCKETMONEY.COM/BISCHOFF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

In this edition of 83 Weeks. Eric & Conrad talk all about "The Living Legend" Larry Zbyszko. More specifically: Larry working with Bruno Sammartino, Eric's time in the AWA, Zbyszko vs Hall, Zbyszko vs Bischoff, and Zbyszko vs nWo. MANCAPED-Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code 83WEEKS at WWW.Manscaped.com. Manscaped, for a perfect gift that will be the holiday's biggest hit. EMBARK-Right now...

This week on Strictly Business Jon Albe & Eric Bischoff are joined by the founder and Owner of Wrestlecade: Tracy Myers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Eric and Conrad are joined by NITRO Author: Guy Evans 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 fri...

This week on Strictly Business, Jon Alba & Eric Bischoff talk about "Outside Stars" in pro wrestling. From Dennis Rodman to Bad Bunny, They go in-depth on when it's a good idea and when it's a bad idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 c...

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 r...

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 subs...

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 SHA...

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% o...

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 lea...

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 s...

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 Fre...

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 8...

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 exclusiv...

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...

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 IC...

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...

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...