Jim Ross shoots on WHY he never went to TNA

For over forty years Jim Ross has been the Voice of Wrestling. From starting as referee in the regional territories to becoming the Executive Vice President for WWE, nobody has a story quite like Jim Ross. From recruiting and hiring some of the biggest superstars in the industry to providing the soundtrack for the most important moments in wrestling history, “Good Ole JR” was there for it all. Join us every Thursday morning as Conrad Thompson grills JR like you’ve never heard before, uncut and uncensored!

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[Krokodilius]

everyone tells the same story: dixie asked me to fix the company but wouldn't give me the actual power to do it.

[NashH]

“Just because I’m old and on a diet, doesn’t mean I can’t look at the menu.” LoL. God bless you JR !

[bartolomeestebanmurillo]

I think JR would have done well any place he goes to, he has that talent.

[PtolemyJones]

Sounds like TNA wanted his name and reputation, without letting him do his job.

[Ozeki_Negima]

"Just 'cuz I'm old and on a diet, doesn't mean I can't look at the menu."
LMFAO!

[kyledamron]

I believe with the roster TNA had pre hogan Era that Jr could have done well

[almightyone]

Not gonna lie Jim Ross would've made a great addition to TNA

[chriscothron]

“By Gawd, thats…that’s Kurt Angle…in the impact Zone !”

[theyliveinthematrixofthefa]

Jr: STONE COLD STONE COLD STONE COLD
Tony: It's STING
Joey Styles: OH MY GAWD
Michael Cole: is that... it is its Him! (obviously)

[larrystilltheeman]

Well JR you earned that right. You bring things to the table.

[fitzgerald]

Tna around 2005 up to about 2010 was red hot, I think JR could had a huge impact no pun intended lol on the company.

[dominicalberto]

I like Jim's honesty! He is a good businessman!

[therunt]

Right on Jim! You dodged a lot of bullets and I'm happy for you.

[fehner]

TNA wanted Paul Heyman, as well. However, Heyman didn't want so many old wrestlers.

[krahniumblue]

The problems were that TNA was bringing TOO many former WWE/WCW/ECW guys in 2010. They didn't need Balls Mahoney, Blue World Order, Tracey Smothers, Shannon Moore, Orlando Jordan, Sandman, Sabu, Axl Rotten, Nasty Boyz. ALL those performers had their Moment. It was TIME to build up Somoa Joe, AJ Styles, Beer Money inc, Daniels and pass the Torch!

[warhawkofchogoris]

I love that JR used my favorite quote about looking at the menu 🤣

[Gabe_Lopez]

TNA was killing it back in 2010 pre the Hogan/Bischoff debacle, I feel things would've been different if JR. was there instead.

[indiesongwriter]

JR is the absolute best. I love that guy

[RobertoTheOriginalManFromTheA]

Bottom line..TNA management would have not allowed JR or Heyman to Have it their way..

[muriloninja]

JR has to be the most humble and introspective individuals in Pro Wrestling..even when he is on stage with Corny..watch his reaction (or lack threreof) when Corny goes off. He is measured, analytical, then speaks! No emotion, straight up class and professionalism!