JRE 2517 · June 23, 2026
Taylor Sheridan
Who is Taylor Sheridan?
Taylor Sheridan is a powerhouse writer, director, and producer known for gritty, authentic storytelling. He is the creative force behind acclaimed projects like Sicario, Hell or High Water, and several hit series including Lioness and Landman.
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Deep dive into the creation of Landman and Lioness
- 02Insights into the brutal reality of the prison system
- 03The transition from filmmaking to ranching and beef production
- 04Collaboration with Tom Nelson on a prison survival guide
- 05Discussion on the authenticity of the American West
- 06The intersection of entrepreneurship and creative arts
- ▶The inspiration behind How Not to Die in Prison0:12:00
- ▶Developing the world of Landman and the oil industry0:35:00
- ▶The philosophy of ranching and 6666 Beef1:05:00
- ▶Analyzing the survival tactics in the US prison system1:30:00
- ▶The creative process behind Sicario and Hell or High Water2:10:00
The Show
Taylor Sheridan is one of the few guys in Hollywood who actually seems to have a grip on the real world. He comes on the pod not just as a filmmaker, but as a guy who runs ranches and steak houses, which makes his perspective way more grounded than the usual industry talk. They spend a good chunk of time talking about his new book, How Not to Die in Prison. It is a wild pivot from writing prestige dramas, but Sheridan teamed up with Tom Nelson to create a survival guide for the incarcerated. It is a grim but necessary look at a system that most people ignore until they are stuck in it.
Of course, they get into the weeds with his filmography. From the tension of Sicario to the oil patch drama of Landman, Taylor explains his obsession with authenticity. He does not just write characters; he seems to embed himself in these subcultures, whether it is the world of high stakes espionage or the dirt and grit of a working ranch. Joe and Taylor vibe over the idea of hard work and the disappearing nature of the old school American ethos.
Beyond the screen, Taylor discusses his ventures into the beef industry with 6666 Beef and the Bosque Ranch. It is a fascinating look at how he applies the same discipline to cattle and hospitality that he does to a movie set. He is basically building an empire of authenticity. By the end of the conversation, it is clear that Sheridan is less interested in the glitz of Hollywood and more interested in the raw, unfiltered truth of how things actually work, whether that is in a prison cell or on a thousand acre ranch.
Best Quotes
“The prison system is a place where you either learn the rules or you become a victim of them.”
— Taylor Sheridan
From the JRE 2517 conversation with Taylor Sheridan.
“Authenticity is the only currency that matters in storytelling.”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 2517 conversation with Taylor Sheridan.
“Ranching is the most honest work a man can do in this country.”
— Taylor Sheridan
From the JRE 2517 conversation with Taylor Sheridan.
“Writing a survival guide for prisoners was about giving people a fighting chance in a hopeless place.”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 2517 conversation with Taylor Sheridan.
“I don't want to make a show that looks like a show; I want it to feel like a documentary of a life.”
— Taylor Sheridan
From the JRE 2517 conversation with Taylor Sheridan.
Mentioned in This Episode
Books, supplements, gear, and other cool things that came up in conversation — not the podcast ads.
How Not to Die in Prison: A Survival Guide
AmazonA survival guide for the incarcerated co-written with Tom Nelson.
Landman
IMDBA series written and produced by Taylor Sheridan focusing on the oil industry.
Lioness
IMDBA high stakes espionage series created by Taylor Sheridan.
Sicario
IMDBA gritty crime thriller written by Taylor Sheridan.
Hell or High Water
IMDBA modern western crime film written by Taylor Sheridan.
6666 Beef
VisitPremium beef products from the 6666 ranch.
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