83 Weeks #250: The RISE of Eric Bischoff
83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff
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4.6 • 5.3K Ratings
🗓️ 26 December 2022
⏱️ 167 minutes
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Summary
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 self-confidence. This candid conversation covers a wide range of topics, including Bischoff's thoughts on the current state of wrestling and his memories of significant moments in WCW's history.
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| 0:39.1 | And of course we couldn't do it without the Hall of Famer himself. |
| 0:42.0 | Your friend and mine. |
| 0:43.6 | Eric, bitch, y'all. |
| 0:44.6 | Eric, what's going on, man? |
| 0:45.7 | How are you? |
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| 0:50.2 | Oh, hi, hi, hi, hi, hi, hi, hi. |
| 0:53.0 | Hope everybody had a great Christmas. |
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