Drinker's Chasers - Taylor Sheridan DGAF About Hollywood Critics

Overview

The video discusses an interview with TV creator/producer Taylor Sheridan, focusing on his attitude toward critics and awards—and how his strategy shapes what viewers get.

Sheridan’s Stance on Critics and Awards

• Sheridan is portrayed as openly unconcerned with Emmy recognition, framing his work as entertainment first rather than “trying to win Emmys.”
• Some commentary notes his shows have often been snubbed, despite large audiences and generally strong reviews.

The Land Man Backlash (and “Rage-Baiting” Critics)

The main example of his defiance is his take on critical backlash around Land Man, including a claim that he “rage-baits” reviewers by how he initially used Demi Moore—accusing critics of misunderstanding her role or assuming he underutilized her.

Sheridan’s stated reasoning is essentially:

Critics would attack him regardless, so he sent them only part of what was planned and didn’t care that it annoyed them.

“Know Your Audience” as the Guiding Principle

Viewers in the discussion strongly agree with Sheridan’s “know your audience” approach:

• Land Man is described as an action-heavy, male-oriented soap—oil rigs, machinery, fights, drinking—while still appealing more broadly through “hot women.”
• Tulsa King is described as fun, silly gangster TV, with Sylvester Stallone leaning into his persona—positioned as more entertainment than awards-bait.

How the Strategy Built a “Sheridan Network”

The video argues Sheridan’s success comes from building a “Sheridan network” at Paramount+ through a large slate of major shows, including:

• Yellowstone and its spinoffs
• 1923
• 1883
• Land Man
• Tulsa King
• and others

The conversation suggests Paramount effectively lost him (or let him go), but also notes he likely secured a new deal with Universal and continues expanding into movies while staying deeply embedded in TV.

Additional Segments: Praise for Clarkson’s Farm

The video then shifts into unrelated praise for popular TV and documentary-style entertainment, especially Clarkson’s Farm.

• Enthusiasm centers on its mix of humor, education, and hard-hitting drama about farming challenges.
• The show is described as emotionally difficult at times—such as dealing with livestock disease and euthanasia.
• Viewers argue the show can build greater empathy and respect for farmers, highlighting pressures like government obstacles and the reality of low-margin survival.

Presenters/Contributors

• Taylor Sheridan
• Simmons (interviewer referenced in the subtitles)
• Gary (another speaker/contributor in the panel/discussion)
• Multiple unnamed hosts/viewers discussing Sheridan and Clarkson’s Farm