The Chonkerton

Taylor Sheridan Rips Studio Execs for Knowing ‘Nothing’ and Slams His TV Critics: ‘I Do Rage-Bait Them. F— ‘Em, Honestly’

entertainment

Taylor Sheridan, creator of 'Yellowstone' and television's most-watched empire, appeared on the Bill Simmons Podcast to critique the industry itself. According to Variety, he was blunt about studio executives knowing nothing about making shows, and equally dismissive of critics. Sheridan admitted he intentionally 'rage-baits' them to provoke reaction. His point: his success comes from building shows people actually watch, not from chasing trophies or taking notes from the people who sign his checks.

Source: https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/taylor-sheridan-studio-e...

Listen to this story

Hear this and more stories in a personalized audio briefing.

Open The Chonkerton