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Episode 452: The War For WCW

November 9, 2026 · 1 h 36 min

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The war for WCW is heating up! On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad continue their journey through 1996 with a deep dive into the Monday Nitro after Halloween Havoc. Sting is watching from the rafters, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper is declaring war, Hollywood Hogan is taking a victory lap, and the nWo is sizing up its next recruits. With battle lines being drawn and loyalties in question, Eric takes you behind the scenes of the storytelling, strategy, and decisions that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Experience a pivotal night in the Monday Night War through the eyes of the man steering WCW through the chaos! Plus, the guys welcome Real American Freestyle owner Chad Bronstein to discuss the company's latest developments and what comes next.

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