Digest

Eric Bischoff, in this episode, takes a critical look at Dave Meltzer's reporting on the AEW TV deal, questioning his credibility and objectivity. He argues that Meltzer's need for validation and his tendency to make inaccurate predictions undermine his journalistic integrity. Bischoff highlights Meltzer's inconsistent reporting on the deal, his use of the term "imminent" when the deal wasn't finalized, and his claims about the deal's financial details. He also raises concerns about Meltzer's potential conflict of interest, suggesting that he may have a stake in AEW. Bischoff criticizes Meltzer's lack of transparency and his failure to provide evidence for his claims. He challenges Meltzer to act like a journalist and ask the questions he's raised, rather than making unsubstantiated statements.

Outlines

00:00:00

The AEW TV Deal and Dave Meltzer's Reporting

Eric Bischoff introduces the episode, focusing on the recent AEW/Warner Brothers deal and Dave Meltzer's reporting on it. He criticizes Meltzer's need for validation and his tendency to be wrong, highlighting his lack of credibility as a journalist.

00:00:24

Meltzer's Inaccurate Predictions and Lack of Transparency

Bischoff continues to criticize Meltzer's reporting, particularly his claims about the AEW deal being a billion-dollar deal. He argues that Meltzer's predictions are often based on speculation and that he lacks access to the necessary financial information. He also questions Meltzer's objectivity, suggesting that he may have a conflict of interest due to a potential stake in AEW.

00:09:04

The Thumbnail Controversy and Social Media Misinformation

Bischoff discusses the controversy surrounding a thumbnail he created for his podcast, which stated "There is no deal." He explains that the thumbnail was designed to attract clicks and that he doesn't believe Meltzer's claims about the deal's imminence. He also discusses the role of social media in spreading misinformation.

00:18:15

Meltzer's Responsibility to His Audience

Bischoff argues that Meltzer owes it to his audience to confirm or deny the claim that he owns equity in AEW. He also criticizes Meltzer's claim that the AEW deal will make the company profitable, questioning how he has access to that information.

00:36:54

The Financial Breakdown of the AEW Deal

Bischoff questions the financial breakdown of the AEW deal, asking how much of it is cash and how much is "soft money." He also questions the value of AEW's programming, particularly Dynamite, in light of the deal's reported value.

00:41:40

Meltzer's Role as a Journalist

Bischoff concludes the episode by calling on Meltzer to act like a journalist and ask the questions he's raised. He criticizes Meltzer's tendency to make claims without providing evidence and his lack of transparency.

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Q&A

• What is Eric Bischoff's main criticism of Dave Meltzer?

  Bischoff criticizes Meltzer's need for validation, his lack of credibility as a journalist, and his tendency to make inaccurate predictions. He also questions Meltzer's objectivity in covering AEW, suggesting that he may have a conflict of interest.

• How does Bischoff explain the controversy surrounding the thumbnail he created for his podcast?

  Bischoff takes responsibility for the thumbnail, acknowledging that he was the one who put "There is no deal" in quotation marks. He explains that the thumbnail was designed to attract clicks and that he doesn't believe Meltzer's claims about the deal's imminence.

• What questions does Bischoff raise about the AEW TV deal?

  Bischoff questions the financial breakdown of the deal, asking how much of it is cash and how much is "soft money." He also questions the value of AEW's programming, particularly Dynamite, in light of the deal's reported value.

• What does Bischoff believe Dave Meltzer owes to his audience?

  Bischoff believes Meltzer owes it to his audience to confirm or deny the claim that he owns equity in AEW. He also believes Meltzer should explain how he knows that the AEW deal will make the company profitable.

• What is Bischoff's overall message about Dave Meltzer and his reporting?

  Bischoff believes that Meltzer is not a credible journalist and that his reporting is often misleading and lacks transparency. He encourages Meltzer to act like a journalist and ask the questions he's raised.

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