Showrunner

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, Showrunner has been mentioned in one podcast episode on SmartLess (May 2025).

A showrunner is the top-level executive producer of a television series. The position outranks other creative and management personnel, including episode directors, in contrast to feature films, in which the director has creative control over the production, and the executive producer's role is limited to investing. In scripted comedy and drama TV shows, the showrunner also usually serves as the head writer. The role of a showrunner is not present on all television series, especially outside th

Showrunner at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardMay 2025 on SmartLess
FieldTelevision Production

Who talks about Showrunner on podcasts?

Showrunner came up; the most recent mention was May 2025 on SmartLess.

What is Showrunner mentioned alongside?

Showrunner is most often mentioned alongside Chicago, Positive Sean and Fox.

Mentioned together: Chicago, Positive Sean, Fox, Keenan Thompson, Rachel Dratch, Hudson Valley, Influence, University of Virginia, Paula Pell, YouTube