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On this epic edition of 83Weeks, Eric and Conrad take a deep dive into the creation of the WCW cruiserweight division. Eric shares his process moving away from the stigma of the lightweight division and creating something new and exciting for the company. He also discusses the lengths he went to gather all the best in the world to compete for the new championship belt. This is a 3+ hour episode packed with tons of details, stories and facts you won't hear anywhere else from the creator himself. ZBIOTICS - ZBIOTICS - Go to https://zbiotics.com/83WEEKS to learn more and get 15% off your first order when you use 83WEEKS at checkout. LUMEN - Take the next step in improving your health, go to https://www.lumen.me/83WEEKS to get 15% off your Lumen.  EARNIN - Download the EarnIn app today. Type in 83 WEEKS under PODCAST when you sign up. EarnIn, the most loved way to get paid as you work. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order through https://magicspoon.com/83WEEKS , or look for Magic Spoon in your nearest grocery store! MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code 83WEEKS at https://www.manscaped.com/?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADOo6mBNOS9rQrvdC12xrAUD0RTNU&gclid=Cj0KCQjw05i4BhDiARIsAB_2wfAGbDtnZO9wsa0cjliySeXtGu6FZwnbXWr-bgCa04NzQNnboAQQ_b8aAjKREALw_wcB.  BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code 83WEEKS at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s https://bluechew.com/, promo code 83WEEKS to receive your first month FREE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices