Episode 416: AEW, Make Your Move!

Today's episode comes to you from the Blue Chew studio. 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. CHUBBIES - Chubbies is here to keep you comfy and looking good year-round. #chubbiespod #mandopod MARS MEN - Get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at http://Mengotomars.com CHIME - Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to http://Chime.com/83WEEKS . POLICYGENIUS - Head to http://policygenius.com/83WEEKS to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. QUINCE - Layer up this fall with pieces that feel as good as they look. Go to http://Quince.com/83weeks for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com to learn more. SUBSCRIBE TO 83 WEEKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCqQc7Pa1u4plPXq-d1pHqQ/?sub_confirmation=1