Episode 419: 25th Anniversary Of The Last Nitro

About this episode

Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson discuss the 25th anniversary of the final WCW Monday Nitro with guest Guy Evans, exploring the business decisions that led to WCW's demise and creative insights on that historic night.

On this LIVE edition of 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson turn back the clock to one of the most pivotal nights in wrestling history the 25th anniversary of the final episode of WCW Monday Nitro. Joining the show is author Guy Evans, who brings deep research and insight into the financial realities and corporate decisions that led to WCW's demise. Eric and Guy break down why Eric's own deal to purchase WCW ultimately fell apart, and how the business side of wrestling sealed the company's fate. But that's just the beginning. Eric shares his take on how he would have booked the final Nitro, revealing creative ideas and missed opportunities from that historic night. He also reflects on the crossover appeal of the nWo, including why Dennis Rodman's involvement was such a major highlight, and drops a surprising take on why Shawn Michaels would have never fit into the faction. Plus, Eric dives into some fun "what if" scenarios, including how Ted DiBiase Jr. could have added a fascinating wrinkle to the Rhodes vs. Orton WrestleMania storyline. And if you've ever wondered what Eric considers the true "Big Four" of WCW pay-per-views, he's laying it out definitively. WHO KILLED…

People in this episode

Hosts: Eric Bischoff, Conrad Thompson

Guest: Guy Evans

Topics covered

• WCW history
• wrestling business
• final Nitro
• nWo crossover appeal
• wrestling creative decisions
• what if scenarios

Keywords

• WCW
• Monday Nitro
• Eric Bischoff
• Guy Evans
• wrestling history
• nWo
• Dennis Rodman
• Shawn Michaels
• Ted DiBiase Jr.
• Randy Orton

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WCW, nWo

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