Episode 422: Good vs Bad Controversy

On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson aren't holding anything back as they tackle some of the most talked about topics in professional wrestling today. Eric shares his blunt take on Darby Allin as AEW World Champion, explaining why he doesn't believe Darby looks like the face of a major company, and why the decision to put the title on him could be bad for business. The guys also discuss whether AEW and WWE would benefit from reintroducing a cruiserweight division in today's landscape. Plus, Eric breaks down why Roman Reigns' recent social media promo and why it hit on a different level and what made it resonate so strongly with fans. And in classic 83 Weeks fashion, Eric counts down his Top 5 WrestleMania matches, offering insight and perspective only he can deliver. HARRY'S PLUS - Get the Harry's Plus Trial Set for only $10 at STEVEN SINGER JEWELERS - Celebrate the mons who make every sunrise possible. Steven Singer's new Sunrise Rose is just $89. Exclusively and only available at CHUBBIES - Chubbies is here to keep you comfy and looking good year-round. Get 20% off with code 83weeks at ! INDACLOUD - If you're 21 or older, get 40% OFF your first order @IndaCloud with code 83WEEKS at ! BLUECHEW - Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code 83WEEKS. Visit for more details and important safety information, and we thank BlueChew for sponsoring the podcast. ROCKET MONEY - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to 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 to learn more.

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Episode 422: Good vs Bad Controversy is an episode from 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff by Podcast Heat.

This episode is 02:00:38 long.

This episode was published on Apr 17, 2026.

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