

Jesse Armstrong
Oscar-nominated and Emmy Award-winning writer, producer, and director. Best known as the creator of Succession and writer/director of Mountainhead.
Top 5 podcasts with Jesse Armstrong
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Jun 5, 2025 • 57min
“Mountainhead” Writer/Director Jesse Armstrong on Tech Bros, Murdoch and AI
Jesse Armstrong, the Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning creator of Succession, dives into the chaos of wealth and technology in his latest HBO film, Mountainhead. He discusses how tech billionaires navigate ambition and ethics during a disastrous poker retreat, highlighting deepfake horrors and their real-world implications. Armstrong critiques the tech oligarchy's influence over society, comparing them to legacy media moguls like Rupert Murdoch. He also delves into the societal impact of AI on creativity and the complex dynamics of male friendships within the cutthroat tech industry.

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Mar 27, 2023 • 48min
“The Munsters” with Jesse Armstrong, Frank Rich, and Ben Smith
Host Kara Swisher is joined by Succession creator Jesse Armstrong and executive producer Frank Rich to unpack “The Munsters”, episode one of the final season. Then, Kara talks with Ben Smith, co-founder of the news site Semafor, about the Roy kids’ new media venture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Apr 10, 2023 • 50min
“Connor’s Wedding” with Jesse Armstrong, Mark Mylod, and Brian Cox
Host Kara Swisher is joined by series creator Jesse Armstrong and episode director Mark Mylod. Then she has a spirited conversation with actor Brian Cox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 2023 • 1h 29min
EP.204 - JESSE ARMSTRONG
Adam talks to Jesse Armstrong, writer of Peep Show and Succession, about his comedy influences, leaving the 4th wall unbroken, the challenges of writing Succession, separating the art from the artist, audiences laughing in the wrong way, and whether satire does more harm than good.

May 30, 2025 • 1h 54min
Starting In The Middle (with guests Jesse Armstrong, Tim Key, Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan)
Joining the discussion are Jesse Armstrong, writer and director of 'Mountainhead' and creator of the hit series 'Succession', alongside actors Tim Key, Tom Basden, and Carey Mulligan. They explore the unique narrative technique of 'in media res' and its impact on storytelling in modern cinema. The conversation also dives into the challenges of film production, whimsical character portrayals, and the amusing dynamics of wealth depicted in their projects. Expect laughter, insightful commentary, and a glimpse into the creative process behind 'The Ballad of Wallis Island'.