Eric Bischoff highlights importance of episodic storytelling in wrestling
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Eric Bischoff spoke on his podcast "83 Weeks" about the necessity of episodic storytelling in pro wrestling. He criticized modern wrestling for lacking narrative depth, likening it to soap operas to engage audiences. Bischoff praised Triple H and Bruce Prichard for revitalizing WWE and emphasized that while some fans may appreciate matches without storylines, they represent a minority. He believes that successful wrestling must evoke anticipation for future episodes, as it did during his tenure at WCW.
- •Bischoff criticizes modern wrestling storytelling standards.
- •Stresses that wrestling should evoke soap opera-like anticipation.
- •Praises Triple H and Bruce Prichard for winning back WWE fans.
- •Believes most fans prefer matches with storylines.
- •Highlights successful episodic storytelling during his time at WCW.
- 5:00 PMWrestling Inc — WWE HOFer Eric Bischoff Explains Necessity Of 'Episodic' Storytelling In Wrestling
"According to Eric Bischoff, the key to successful pro wrestling storytelling is to draw from soap operas.
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