Producer’s Vault: What Does a Showrunner Really Do?

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🗓️ 25 February 2025

⏱️ 83 minutes

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While we continue our deep-dive investigation, we’re bringing back an episode from the vault that feels pretty relevant right now. Ever wondered who’s actually in charge behind the scenes of your favorite reality shows? In this episode, we break down what a showrunner does, how a series moves from filming to editing, and what role networks play in shaping what you see on screen. It’s a deep dive into the decision-making process that turns raw footage into must-watch TV. (This episode wa...

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0:00.0	Hey guys, Morgan here. So while Lauren and I are still knee-deep in that thing you already know we're working on, but have no idea what it actually is, we're pulling this episode out of the vault because, well, let's just say it's hitting a little differently, given everything going on right now.
0:17.7	This one was recorded on August 30th, 2023, and it's all about showrunners and really
0:23.4	producers, who they are, what they do, and how much power they really have in shaping the reality
0:29.3	TV we watch. We break down how a show moves from filming in the field to editing and post,
0:35.9	what role the network plays, and why certain things make it to air while others mysteriously disappear.
0:41.8	If you've ever wondered how the industry operates beyond what we see on screen, this one is worth another listen.
0:48.7	Enjoy, and do not worry, we'll be back soon.
0:53.7	You make it impossible.
0:56.0	You really do.
0:58.2	Guys, I just want you to know that when I have to do a solo episode with executive producer, I feel very abandoned.
1:04.4	Okay?
1:05.3	I feel very, very abandoned.
1:08.5	I'm so sorry.
1:09.4	I am Katie Holmes in the movie Abandoned.
1:11.7	Okay.
1:13.0	Starring Charlie, what is it?
1:14.5	Charlie.
1:15.8	What's his face?
1:17.0	Hunnam.
1:17.8	Yeah, I feel abandoned.
1:20.3	I'm so sorry.
1:21.3	I'm so sorry.
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