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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Sep 10

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.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Aug 30

The man is an actor!

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Aug 30

I knew @ianriccaboni.com was gonna cram in as many Bruce references as he could there.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Aug 15

🚨MAJOR TV NETWORK UPDATE🚨

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Aug 14

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

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

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Aug 11

Entirely possible

Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Aug 11

Harder to imagine by the day that there will be legitimate, certified elections in 2026 and 2028.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Aug 1

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.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 27

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.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 25

I never met Hogan. I never particularly cared for him as a performer, but don't deny his importance and acknowledge why he connected with so many.

I know many in the industry who loved him, many who despised him.

More than anything, I hope his family is at peace.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 25

I don't think Hulk Hogan's legacy is complicated: his personal life played out on a very public stage, and his persona and character are deeply embedded in pop culture.

He provided a lot of joy, and also caused *a lot* of hurt. I appreciate those who have brought both to light.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 25

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.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 21

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

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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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 17

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.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 15

“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?

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 12

Welcome to #AEWAllIn, the biggest U.S. show #AEW has run to date.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 12

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?

Brian J @bjgood08.bsky.social · Jul 12

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.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 11

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 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

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 12

The plot details sound promising. Neeson is gonna nail the deadpan humor perfectly. Seth understands what made those movies so special.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 12

Oh dude they’re gonna nail it. I’m feeling great about it.

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 11

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 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

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 11

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.

1ck1$ @1ck1s.bsky.social · Jul 11

#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?

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 11

$7-10 million AAV on a platform with cable and OOT distribution

ZachTakes @zachtakes.bsky.social · Jul 11

#AskAlba whats your prediciton for TNA TV deal?

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 11

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

AEW French-News 🏳️‍🌈🍉 @juju693.bsky.social · Jul 11

Do you know if AEW is trying to make a show in France or if they are going to sign a french wrestler ? #AskAlba

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Jon Alba @jonalba.bsky.social · Jul 11

Daniel Garcia knows ball.

Miguel Ortiz @ontheairortiz.bsky.social · Jul 11

Of all the members of the #AEW roster, who amongst them would be a killer cohost for a NYC Sports Talk Podcast w/ you? #AskAlba

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