- Matt Hardy says live TV is “nice” but not mandatory for TNA’s success.
- TNA Impact will air live on AMC on Jan. 15 (Dallas) and Jan. 22 (Albuquerque).
- Genesis pay-per-view airs live Jan. 17; some Impact episodes will still be taped.
- Jan. 15 Impact features Matt & Jeff Hardy, Elijah vs. Order 4, plus three title matches.
Matt Hardy: live TV is a boost, not a must
TNA World Tag Team Champion Matt Hardy told listeners on his podcast that while live broadcasts add energy, they aren’t essential for TNA’s success. Speaking on “The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy,” he welcomed the promotion’s move to more live episodes on AMC but stressed a hybrid model will continue.
New AMC dates and the live/taped plan
TNA Impact will debut live on AMC on January 15 in Dallas and will return live on January 22 from Albuquerque. Between those dates, TNA will run its Genesis pay-per-view live from Dallas on January 17, then hold an Impact taping the next day in Albuquerque. Hardy noted this approach lets the company mix live energy with the control of taped shows.
Hardy’s comments from the podcast
On-air, Hardy said: “I think live is very nice. When you can have a live show on a more regular basis, that’s a good thing. But I don’t think it’s mandatory.” The full context appeared on his YouTube podcast, which discusses the transition and what fans can expect from upcoming Impact episodes.
Listen: The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy
What’s scheduled for Jan. 15 Impact
Hardy will be in action on the Jan. 15 live episode. He and brother Jeff Hardy will team with Elijah to face Order 4. AJ Styles is also slated to make a special appearance that night. TNA announced three title matches for the January live episode:
- The IInspiration vs. The Elegance Brand — TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Titles
- Leon Slater vs. Myron Reed — TNA X-Division Championship
- Frankie Kazarian vs. Mike Santana — TNA World Championship
Why a hybrid schedule?
Hardy’s view reflects a practical balance. Live shows bring immediacy and unpredictability that can boost ratings and social conversation. Taped shows provide production control and scheduling flexibility, especially useful around pay-per-views and tour routing. For TNA, a hybrid calendar aims to capture both benefits.
What fans should know
If you live near Dallas or Albuquerque and want to see TNA live, the January dates are opportunities to catch the action in person. Expect a mix of live broadcasts and high-quality taped episodes as TNA transitions to its new AMC deal.
Credit: Quotes and comments from “The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy.”
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