On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad celebrate the 30th anniversary of Monday Nitro! Eric takes us behind the curtain to share how the show first got off the ground, why the Mall of America was chosen as the launch venue, and the backstage moves that made Lex Luger’s shocking debut possible. Plus, Eric reveals his Top 5 Nitro moments — and some of his picks may surprise you!

That’s not all — the guys also break down the success of RAF 01 and what the future looks like for the league, how UFC legend Holly Holm ended up in the ring, and so much more on this special anniversary edition of 83 Weeks!

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On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad dive into the recent interview former AEW star Jake Hager gave to Chris Van Vliet. Eric shares his unfiltered thoughts on the conversation and can’t help but ask the question: “Jake, what are you doing?” But that’s just the start.

The guys also break down the launch of RAF, AEW beginning its residency at the legendary old ECW Arena, the latest on Chris Jericho’s future, and Becky Lynch finding herself in hot water. All that and so much more on this week’s edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff! #wwe #aew #wrestling #prowrestling #83weeks

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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.

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