Tag Archives: TNA Wrestling

40 Years of Excellence: A Conversation with AEW’s Jeff Jarrett

Featured

Posted on by

Professional wrestling is returning to Philadelphia in a big way. On May 27, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) will take over Temple University’s Liacouras Center for an unforgettable night of high-stakes action. With the energy of the Philly faithful and a loaded roster, we’re expecting a full house. If you haven’t secured your spot yet, make sure to grab your tickets now for what promises to be an incredible night.

I recently had the opportunity to sit down with “The Last Outlaw” himself, Jeff Jarrett. As he celebrates four decades in the industry, we discussed the evolution of the business, the Jarrett family legacy, and why Philadelphia remains the ultimate destination for professional wrestling.

Continue reading →

Why Hulk Hogan Can’t Kick Out of the Decisions Made by Terry Bollea

Posted on by

The character of Hulk Hogan is the reason I fell in love with professional wrestling. For a lifelong Hulkamaniac like me, the yellow and red isn’t just a color scheme; it’s the visual shorthand for childhood heroism. Over the years, I’ve had the good fortune to meet the man twice—the first time at WrestleMania XXX in New Orleans, where I shook his hand and told him he was my hero, and more recently at WrestleMania 40 right here in my hometown of Philadelphia. During that second meeting, he joked with me about his body falling apart, a reminder of the physical toll the business took on him.

But after watching the Hulk Hogan: Real American documentary series on Netflix, I found myself sitting in the silence of my living room with a heavy heart and a mountain of conflicting feelings.

Continue reading →

15 Years Later: TNA Returns to the Liacouras Center

Posted on by

TNA Wrestling just dropped its full 2026 live event schedule, and as a lifelong fan and a Temple University researcher, I couldn’t be more thrilled. The biggest news for me is that TNA is returning to Philadelphia for a two-night stand at the Liacouras Center on Thursday, July 30th, and Friday, July 31st.

I’m already planning to be there for both nights, not just because the shows are happening right at my school, but because this event perfectly intersects with my personal and professional passions. My doctoral research at Temple focuses on the evolution of women’s professional wrestling, specifically how the TNA Knockouts revolutionized the industry by proving that women could headline shows and deliver high-caliber athletic performances long before the “Women’s Evolution” became a mainstream buzzword.

Continue reading →

Experience Total Nonstop Action: Your Ultimate Guide to TNA+

Posted on by

If you’re a professional wrestling fan, you know that TNA Wrestling has been the home of some of the most iconic moments, legendary matches, and groundbreaking athletes in the industry. Now, the power to relive those moments and catch every new high-octane encounter is in your hands with TNA+.

Whether you’re a “Day One” fan or just joining the ride, here is everything you need to know about TNA’s premium streaming service, based on the latest official support details.

Continue reading →

Hulk Hogan at Temple University: The End of an Era in Professional Wrestling

Posted on by
Photography By: 
Joseph V. Labolito (Provided courtesy of the Liacouras Center Photo Archive)

I was interviewed by Stephen Orbanek from Temple Now about Hulk Hogan’s passing, his final televised match at Temple University, and the legacy he leaves behind. It was a pleasure speaking with Stephen, and I hope you enjoy reading the full piece below.

Continue reading →

Killer Kelly Shines in Luke Paron’s Gripping Horror Short Arachnid

Posted on by
Reply

After witnessing an entrancing dance performance, a young man’s psyche falls apart through a series of strange encounters in Arachnid, a horror short film by Luke Paron. It’s a riveting piece of celluloid that packs an enormous punch in its less-than-15-minute runtime. Read on for my thoughts and more information about Arachnid.

Continue reading →

TNA Wrestling Welcomes Elijah: What This Means for the Roster

Posted on by
Reply

TNA Wrestling confirmed today that it has signed top free agent Elijah, who made a shocking appearance February 20th on the live episode of iMPACT!, saving TNA World Champion Joe Hendry from a two-on-one attack by The Colons.

Continue reading →

TNA Wrestling Knockouts Book Update: My Interview with Awesome Kong

Posted on by
Reply

Awesome Kong is one of the most influential female wrestlers ever because her feud with Gail Kim launched TNA Wrestling’s Knockout division and ushered in the women’s revolution in professional wrestling. I had the pleasure of interviewing Awesome Kong for three hours for my doctoral research project and my book about TNA Wrestling and the Knockouts. We covered her entire career in TNA, including her thoughts on Gail Kim, how women were compensated in TNA, the Bubba the Love Sponge debacle, Daffney, Dixie Carter, Dutch Mantel, Hulk Hogan, Erich Bischoff, Reba Hardy, and more. There were moments when she had me laughing so hard it hurt; other times, what we discussed brought her to tears. This interview exceeded my expectations in every way, and I’m grateful to Awesome Kong for her contributions to my research and the TNA Wrestling Knockouts book.

From Research to Publication: My Upcoming Book on TNA Wrestling

Posted on by
Reply

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by former Pro Wrestling Illustrated editor Bob Smith for the latest episode of The Outdated Wrestling Hour podcast. We spoke about my doctoral research at Temple University, which focuses on how Gail Kim and the TNA Knockouts revolutionized women’s wrestling, and the book I will publish once I graduate. Listen to the full episode below. Enjoy!

Continue reading →

TNA Wrestling’s Latest Signing: A New Mustafa Ali Era Begins

Posted on by
Reply

TNA Wrestling confirmed that it has signed Mustafa Ali, a former X Division Champion and the 2024 X Division Star of the Year award-winner, as first reported by Sports Illustrated.

Continue reading →