Jon Alba
@jonalba.bsky.social
📺 Talking NYC Sports on SNY | 🎙️Host, The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy and other Pro Wrestling Musings | Loves Springsteen and AC/DC More Than You | Emmy Award Winner |
We're cooked, folks.
Misinformation, disinformation, dwindling education standards, bigotry, division, and amplification of violent rhetoric have cost us our sensibility.
I truly have no idea how we find it. Just awful times that are going to follow us for decades to come.
Misinformation, disinformation, dwindling education standards, bigotry, division, and amplification of violent rhetoric have cost us our sensibility.
I truly have no idea how we find it. Just awful times that are going to follow us for decades to come.
September 10, 2025 at 8:37 PM
We're cooked, folks.
Misinformation, disinformation, dwindling education standards, bigotry, division, and amplification of violent rhetoric have cost us our sensibility.
I truly have no idea how we find it. Just awful times that are going to follow us for decades to come.
Misinformation, disinformation, dwindling education standards, bigotry, division, and amplification of violent rhetoric have cost us our sensibility.
I truly have no idea how we find it. Just awful times that are going to follow us for decades to come.
I knew @ianriccaboni.com was gonna cram in as many Bruce references as he could there.
August 30, 2025 at 1:37 AM
I knew @ianriccaboni.com was gonna cram in as many Bruce references as he could there.
🚨MAJOR TV NETWORK UPDATE🚨
August 15, 2025 at 2:02 AM
🚨MAJOR TV NETWORK UPDATE🚨
NEW: Sources indicate that TNA has had conversations about moving to Wednesday and opposing AEW on a WWE-associated network. TNA President Carlos Silva did not deny the rumor.
www.si.com/fannation/wr... #WWE #TNA #wrestlesky #AEW
www.si.com/fannation/wr... #WWE #TNA #wrestlesky #AEW
TNA Open To Moving And Opposing AEW As Part Of Media Rights Discussions (Exclusive)
TNA’s media rights are on the market, and there could be a seismic shift in the wrestling landscape brewing as a result. The Takedown on SI has been closely mo
www.si.com
August 14, 2025 at 7:33 PM
NEW: Sources indicate that TNA has had conversations about moving to Wednesday and opposing AEW on a WWE-associated network. TNA President Carlos Silva did not deny the rumor.
www.si.com/fannation/wr... #WWE #TNA #wrestlesky #AEW
www.si.com/fannation/wr... #WWE #TNA #wrestlesky #AEW
Harder to imagine by the day that there will be legitimate, certified elections in 2026 and 2028.
August 11, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Harder to imagine by the day that there will be legitimate, certified elections in 2026 and 2028.
Very cool that our job reports are just going to be straight up fabricated going forward.
Absurdly impeachable offenses committed on almost the daily. Just another day in America.
Absurdly impeachable offenses committed on almost the daily. Just another day in America.
August 1, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Very cool that our job reports are just going to be straight up fabricated going forward.
Absurdly impeachable offenses committed on almost the daily. Just another day in America.
Absurdly impeachable offenses committed on almost the daily. Just another day in America.
Literally everything is more expensive than this time last year.
My very essential medication to prevent pre-cancerous cells from growing went from a $5 co-pay to $30.
Grocery bill is up at least 15%.
But hey, at least we have two official pronouns now.
My very essential medication to prevent pre-cancerous cells from growing went from a $5 co-pay to $30.
Grocery bill is up at least 15%.
But hey, at least we have two official pronouns now.
July 27, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Literally everything is more expensive than this time last year.
My very essential medication to prevent pre-cancerous cells from growing went from a $5 co-pay to $30.
Grocery bill is up at least 15%.
But hey, at least we have two official pronouns now.
My very essential medication to prevent pre-cancerous cells from growing went from a $5 co-pay to $30.
Grocery bill is up at least 15%.
But hey, at least we have two official pronouns now.
I'm not sure I have thoughts on Hulk Hogan's death that will ultimately contribute much to the public discourse, but I will say I have really appreciated reading a lot of thoughtful pieces today that have taken a deep dive into his place in culture, for better or for worse.
July 25, 2025 at 4:35 AM
I'm not sure I have thoughts on Hulk Hogan's death that will ultimately contribute much to the public discourse, but I will say I have really appreciated reading a lot of thoughtful pieces today that have taken a deep dive into his place in culture, for better or for worse.
AJ Styles was heavily praised backstage for his #TNASlammiversary appearance, but sources indicate his plans for the show "changed a few times."
www.si.com/fannation/wr... #TNA #wrestlesky #WWE
www.si.com/fannation/wr... #TNA #wrestlesky #WWE
Major New Details On WWE Superstar AJ Styles Appearing At TNA Slammiversary (Exclusive)
AJ Styles made his return to TNA Wrestling after nearly 12 years away on Sunday, and the reaction to his appearance was overwhelmingly positive. Multiple TNA so
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July 21, 2025 at 10:50 PM
AJ Styles was heavily praised backstage for his #TNASlammiversary appearance, but sources indicate his plans for the show "changed a few times."
www.si.com/fannation/wr... #TNA #wrestlesky #WWE
www.si.com/fannation/wr... #TNA #wrestlesky #WWE
A #TNA official tells me the floor is sold-out for Slammiversary.
They estimate it will be TNA’s most-attended show in the last decade, and the company is projecting internally it may end up being its most-attended U.S. show ever.
I don’t have the total tix sold at this moment.
They estimate it will be TNA’s most-attended show in the last decade, and the company is projecting internally it may end up being its most-attended U.S. show ever.
I don’t have the total tix sold at this moment.
July 17, 2025 at 8:07 PM
A #TNA official tells me the floor is sold-out for Slammiversary.
They estimate it will be TNA’s most-attended show in the last decade, and the company is projecting internally it may end up being its most-attended U.S. show ever.
I don’t have the total tix sold at this moment.
They estimate it will be TNA’s most-attended show in the last decade, and the company is projecting internally it may end up being its most-attended U.S. show ever.
I don’t have the total tix sold at this moment.
“Don't we all dream of a life somewhere
Untouched by our failures?”
Springsteen had that gem of a line sitting in his archive for 31 years. Can you imagine?
Untouched by our failures?”
Springsteen had that gem of a line sitting in his archive for 31 years. Can you imagine?
July 15, 2025 at 9:24 PM
“Don't we all dream of a life somewhere
Untouched by our failures?”
Springsteen had that gem of a line sitting in his archive for 31 years. Can you imagine?
Untouched by our failures?”
Springsteen had that gem of a line sitting in his archive for 31 years. Can you imagine?
While this is true, goodwill is an enormous part of any long-form storytelling is paying off earned action.
Imagine if the Avengers lost in Infinity War AND End Game. Would anyone care what happened next at the same level of investment?
Imagine if the Avengers lost in Infinity War AND End Game. Would anyone care what happened next at the same level of investment?
Like…I dunno…I’m more on the outside looking in when it comes to AEW but it seems odd that a rabid fanbase would be “I’m outta here!” as opposed to “what’s going to happen next?”
It’s fine if that’s how they feel but I don’t get it. The allure of pro wrestling is it’s a story that never ends.
It’s fine if that’s how they feel but I don’t get it. The allure of pro wrestling is it’s a story that never ends.
July 12, 2025 at 4:46 PM
While this is true, goodwill is an enormous part of any long-form storytelling is paying off earned action.
Imagine if the Avengers lost in Infinity War AND End Game. Would anyone care what happened next at the same level of investment?
Imagine if the Avengers lost in Infinity War AND End Game. Would anyone care what happened next at the same level of investment?
Reposted by Jon Alba
I wrote almost 2,000 words on why Tony Khan and #AEW cannot afford to have Hangman Page lose in the All In main event.
Why goodwill, fan perception, and the company’s future creative direction are on the line Saturday ⬇️ #wrestlesky
www.si.com/fannation/wr...
Why goodwill, fan perception, and the company’s future creative direction are on the line Saturday ⬇️ #wrestlesky
www.si.com/fannation/wr...
Why Tony Khan Can't Afford To Blow It With Hangman Page At AEW All In: Texas (Opinion)
Sometimes, you just have to make your free throws. Pro wrestling is unforgiving to those with the pen. Write a successful story, you’ll be held to that standard
www.si.com
July 11, 2025 at 11:29 PM
I wrote almost 2,000 words on why Tony Khan and #AEW cannot afford to have Hangman Page lose in the All In main event.
Why goodwill, fan perception, and the company’s future creative direction are on the line Saturday ⬇️ #wrestlesky
www.si.com/fannation/wr...
Why goodwill, fan perception, and the company’s future creative direction are on the line Saturday ⬇️ #wrestlesky
www.si.com/fannation/wr...
I wrote almost 2,000 words on why Tony Khan and #AEW cannot afford to have Hangman Page lose in the All In main event.
Why goodwill, fan perception, and the company’s future creative direction are on the line Saturday ⬇️ #wrestlesky
www.si.com/fannation/wr...
Why goodwill, fan perception, and the company’s future creative direction are on the line Saturday ⬇️ #wrestlesky
www.si.com/fannation/wr...
Why Tony Khan Can't Afford To Blow It With Hangman Page At AEW All In: Texas (Opinion)
Sometimes, you just have to make your free throws. Pro wrestling is unforgiving to those with the pen. Write a successful story, you’ll be held to that standard
www.si.com
July 11, 2025 at 11:29 PM
I wrote almost 2,000 words on why Tony Khan and #AEW cannot afford to have Hangman Page lose in the All In main event.
Why goodwill, fan perception, and the company’s future creative direction are on the line Saturday ⬇️ #wrestlesky
www.si.com/fannation/wr...
Why goodwill, fan perception, and the company’s future creative direction are on the line Saturday ⬇️ #wrestlesky
www.si.com/fannation/wr...
Not ROH. Maybe AEW.
But AEW will be negotiating its next media rights deal within the next year and a half or so in all likelihood.
But AEW will be negotiating its next media rights deal within the next year and a half or so in all likelihood.
#AskAlba I know anything can happen, but after rumors of a FOX deal, do we see an AEW and RoH show on another network within the next 2 years?
July 11, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Not ROH. Maybe AEW.
But AEW will be negotiating its next media rights deal within the next year and a half or so in all likelihood.
But AEW will be negotiating its next media rights deal within the next year and a half or so in all likelihood.
$7-10 million AAV on a platform with cable and OOT distribution
#AskAlba whats your prediciton for TNA TV deal?
July 11, 2025 at 6:53 PM
$7-10 million AAV on a platform with cable and OOT distribution
Not sure it’s the priority right now to do a show there, but I’d imagine a French AEW show at the right venue would come off great on TV
Do you know if AEW is trying to make a show in France or if they are going to sign a french wrestler ? #AskAlba
July 11, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Not sure it’s the priority right now to do a show there, but I’d imagine a French AEW show at the right venue would come off great on TV
Daniel Garcia knows ball.
July 11, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Daniel Garcia knows ball.
Writing a piece for SI about this as we speak.
Stay tuned 👀
Stay tuned 👀
#AskAlba in your personal opinion, does AEW fare better with Moxley or Hangman coming out as top champ from the weekend?
July 11, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Writing a piece for SI about this as we speak.
Stay tuned 👀
Stay tuned 👀
Really appreciate it Mike! It’s one of my favorite interviews I’ve ever done. All credit to him.
Alba threads an incredible needle here. A *fantastic* wrestling interview with a fascinating subject (who has some nice houseplants behind him)
“Is this a sports interview, or is this therapy?”
@hangmanpage.bsky.social , six years in, is still discovering why he matters in #AEW. He opened up about how he navigates that in my new piece for The Takedown on SI ahead of All In.
📺: youtu.be/o_rIQadtd2Y?...
📖: www.si.com/fannation/wr...
@hangmanpage.bsky.social , six years in, is still discovering why he matters in #AEW. He opened up about how he navigates that in my new piece for The Takedown on SI ahead of All In.
📺: youtu.be/o_rIQadtd2Y?...
📖: www.si.com/fannation/wr...
July 11, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Really appreciate it Mike! It’s one of my favorite interviews I’ve ever done. All credit to him.
Reposted by Jon Alba
This was such a great interview thank you ☺️
July 10, 2025 at 11:43 PM
This was such a great interview thank you ☺️
“Is this a sports interview, or is this therapy?”
@hangmanpage.bsky.social , six years in, is still discovering why he matters in #AEW. He opened up about how he navigates that in my new piece for The Takedown on SI ahead of All In.
📺: youtu.be/o_rIQadtd2Y?...
📖: www.si.com/fannation/wr...
@hangmanpage.bsky.social , six years in, is still discovering why he matters in #AEW. He opened up about how he navigates that in my new piece for The Takedown on SI ahead of All In.
📺: youtu.be/o_rIQadtd2Y?...
📖: www.si.com/fannation/wr...
July 10, 2025 at 6:28 PM
“Is this a sports interview, or is this therapy?”
@hangmanpage.bsky.social , six years in, is still discovering why he matters in #AEW. He opened up about how he navigates that in my new piece for The Takedown on SI ahead of All In.
📺: youtu.be/o_rIQadtd2Y?...
📖: www.si.com/fannation/wr...
@hangmanpage.bsky.social , six years in, is still discovering why he matters in #AEW. He opened up about how he navigates that in my new piece for The Takedown on SI ahead of All In.
📺: youtu.be/o_rIQadtd2Y?...
📖: www.si.com/fannation/wr...