Yes, I Did Say That! THE CONTENDERS: DRAMA SERIES 18 The Boys

A look at who’s saying what in the awards race

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Showrunner Eric Kripke explains why the superhero genre is the perfect vehicle for a satire for our perilous times: “It’s exactly at the cross section of celebrity and authoritarianism.”

“What is this queer-ass show I just watched?!” CARL CLEMONS-HOPKINS

The Hacks star, to Vanity Fair, remembering his reaction to watching the show’s first season, after which the nonbinary actor felt hopeful for the future of LGBTQ stories in Hollywood.

“To be able to share this moment in person would be a dream come true.” CYNTHIA ERIVO

The Genius: Aretha actress, to THR, on her hopes of being able to celebrate her Emmy nomination in the same room with fellow nominee and longtime friend, I May Destroy You creator Michaela Coel.

“Being Black in America is like being in a horror story, so it just fits perfectly.” MISHA GREEN

The Lovecraft Country creator, to Deadline, on her belief that the genre works best when it serves as a metaphor for something else.

“I went through the Ryan Murphy School of how to produce television.” STEVEN CANALS

The Pose co-creator, to Rolling Stone, on learning from veteran showrunner and fellow Pose producer Ryan Murphy.

“All I really wanted to do was something completely other than political intrigue on Capitol Hill.” CHRIS VAN DUSEN

The Bridgerton creator, to Gold Derby, on looking for a fresh project that was unrelated to hit political drama Scandal, which he co-produced.

“If I’m standing on a soundstage, I’m the only person who’s not working.” SHONDA RHIMES

The showrunner, to Bloomberg, on why she prefers working from home, where she can be more productive with tasks unique to her contributions, such as writing or editing.

“It has really been an uphill battle to be recognized by the Academy.” JAHNEL CURFMAN

The Cobra Kai stunt coordinator, to Heavy, reflecting on the struggle to make stunt performance and stunt coordination Oscar categories.

“They’re going to win everything because they deserve to.” HANNAH WADDINGHAM

The Ted Lasso actress, to AV Club, praising the work and dedication of Jason Sudeikis and the show’s creative team in light of its 20 Emmy nods.