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Few Hollywood legends are as beloved as Jimmy Stewart. But behind the Academy Award-winning actor and star of It's a Wonderful Life was a war hero whose life was forever changed by World War II. Director and producer Aaron Burns joins NaVell J. Lee to discuss JIMMY , the upcoming feature film chronicling Jimmy Stewart's remarkable journey from Hollywood icon to decorated bomber pilot and b...

The red carpet was buzzing at ATX TV Festival as Apple TV's Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed made its premiere. In this special Bonus Video Episode of The Buzz , host NaVell J. Lee brings together exclusive red carpet interviews with Jake Johnson , Murray Bartlett , and Tatiana Maslany into one complete festival experience. Hear the stars discuss the highly anticipated series, their characters, and wha...

The Buzz heads back to the 25th annual Tribeca Festival for a special episode featuring conversations with the artists behind several powerful short films exploring technology, identity, connection, and the human experience. In this Tribeca compilation, NaVell J. Lee speaks with the cast and filmmakers behind Verse , HOLO , and Imprint about the ideas, emotions, and questions driving their stories...

In this special bonus episode of The Buzz , NaVell J. Lee reflects on Independent Podcasters Day and what it truly means to be an independent creator in today’s podcasting landscape. With nearly two decades in podcasting—starting back in 2006—NaVell shares a raw and honest look at the evolution of the medium, from recording into computer speakers with no tools to navigating modern platforms, award...

Welcome to The Buzz ! Hosted by NaVell J. Lee , The Buzz is an award-winning entertainment podcast featuring in-depth conversations with the actors, creators, producers, and storytellers behind today's biggest television series, films, and streaming hits. For nearly two decades, The Buzz has delivered exclusive celebrity interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, red carpet coverage, and insightful di...

Ryan Ray Vincent joins The Buzz – BuzzWorthy Radio for a wide-ranging conversation about the evolution of storytelling and what it really means to work in today’s fast-changing entertainment industry. We explore the rise of vertical storytelling and short-form serialized drama, and how it’s reshaping acting, production speed, audience attention, and creative structure. Ryan shares firsthand insigh...

At ATX TV Festival, NaVell J. Lee sits down with Everybody Loves Raymond writer Mike Royce to explore how real-life stories shaped one of television’s most enduring sitcoms, from emotional family dynamics to the writing philosophy behind its legendary structure. Royce reflects on the show’s creative DNA with Phil Rosenthal and Ray Romano, why conflict is essential to comedy, and how writers on the...

Bobby Garza, Executive Director of Sonic Guild, joins me for a thoughtful conversation about supporting emerging artists, the realities of today's music industry, and why community matters more than ever. We discuss Sonic Guild's mission, artist development, live music's impact on mental health, creative burnout, hustle culture, and the importance of building sustainable careers in the...

Producer Dan Fried joins BuzzWorthy Radio from the Tribeca Festival to discuss Jean-Michel , the new documentary exploring the life and legacy of legendary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat through the perspective of his family. We discuss Basquiat's lasting cultural influence, the intentional messaging behind his artwork, and why his story continues to resonate decades later. Fried also discusses Are W...

Charlotte Dobre joins The Buzz to discuss her rise as a YouTube creator, actress, and digital personality. Charlotte opens up about how the pandemic helped reshape her career, building an audience of millions, navigating internet criticism, overcoming self-doubt, and balancing public visibility with personal privacy. We also explore podcasting, online culture, content creation, and the evolving me...

In this special episode of The Buzz, we continue our coverage of the Tribeca Festival with conversations surrounding one of the festival's biggest winners, Jail Time Records . The documentary was awarded Best Documentary Feature and the Albert Maysles Award for Best New Documentary Director at Tribeca, shining a spotlight on an extraordinary story from inside a prison in Cameroon where incarcerate...

At the 2026 Tribeca Festival, BuzzWorthy Radio sits down with the cast and creative team behind Clean Hands , a powerful film based on a true story of addiction, recovery, and the families fighting to hold everything together. In this special episode, producer Zach Braff, Abigail Spencer, Coley Campany, and Laughton Royce share what drew them to the project and why the story goes far beyond the sc...

Award-winning journalist and investigative storyteller Paul Solotaroff joins BuzzWorthy Radio to discuss The Devil's Quarry , the gripping true crime podcast that premiered at Tribeca Festival. The series examines the 1994 disappearance and murder of 12-year-old Josette Wright, the controversial conviction of Anthony DiPippo, and the decades-long fight to uncover what really happened. During our c...

In this episode, host NaVell J. Lee speaks with George and Teddy Kunhardt about their documentary Mario , which explores the life of Mario Cuomo. The conversation dives into Cuomo’s complex relationship with ambition, his rejection of high office—including the Supreme Court—and the deep influence of family on his decisions. The Kunhardts also share insights into uncovering lesser-known parts of Cu...

At ATX TV Festival, legendary TV writer Tom Fontana breaks down the legacy of Homicide: Life on the Street , the origins of Law & Order crossovers, the creation of John Munch, and how Oz helped reshape modern television. Then, Connor Paolo and Josh Bowman join to discuss their indie neo-noir pilot Savage , how they built it outside the studio system, and why independent television production i...

Writer, director, and producer Kevin Kraft joins The Buzz to discuss his new comedy film The Second Coming of John Cooper , arriving June 9 on digital platforms. During our conversation, Kevin shares the incredible story of how a hard drive failure nearly destroyed the film, his transition from working with Howard Stern and the Jason Ellis Show into filmmaking, the challenges independent creators...

James Lafferty, Stephen Colletti, Michelle Lang, and composer Michael Grubbs join The Buzz at ATX TV Festival to discuss Season 2 of Everyone Is Doing Great . The team talks about character growth, Jeremy's sobriety storyline, the show's unique chemistry, creating authentic television, fatherhood, directing, and the realities of independent production.

ATX TV Festival delivered some unforgettable conversations, and in this special episode, I'm bringing you three of my favorite interviews from the festival. First, Brooke Shields and Amalia Williamson discuss motherhood, aging in Hollywood, and how identity evolves throughout different stages of life. Then, The Hunting Wives creator Rebecca Cutter and author May Cobb share the emotional journey of...

Steven Ray Byrd joins The Buzz to talk all things Coyote vs. Acme , the passionate fan movement that helped save the film, and why Looney Tunes continues to connect generations of animation fans. From Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner memories to Cartoon Network nostalgia, MeTV Toons, Hanna-Barbera classics, theatrical cartoons, and the evolution of animation, this conversation turns into a full cele...

Today’s bonus episode is something personal. After reading a report about AI-generated podcasts gaining millions of listeners and hundreds of thousands of subscribers, I needed to speak on it. As someone who has spent over 20 years in podcasting, I’m frustrated by what this could mean for authentic creators, especially indie podcasters trying to build something real. In this episode, I talk about:...

Actor Xavier Mills joins The Buzz to discuss the upcoming film Is God Is, starring alongside Sterling K. Brown and Janelle Monáe. Xavier opens up about imposter syndrome, manifestation, Black excellence in entertainment, and the emotional experience of attending the film’s New York premiere with his family. We also discuss It Takes a Village being selected for the American Black Film Festival and...

What took U.S. Soccer so long to break through—and what changed? In this episode, Meghan Payne (VICE Media) joins the show to discuss Soccer’s American Dream , a docuseries that explores the long, complicated journey of soccer in the United States. From cultural barriers to pivotal turning points, this conversation unpacks the real story behind the sport’s rise and why it’s finally gaining momentu...

What makes a performance truly resonate? In this episode, Miriam Silverman joins the show to talk about the craft of acting, the enduring power of theater, and what it means to connect with an audience in a meaningful way. The conversation also explores how emerging technologies like AI are beginning to shape the entertainment industry—and what that means for actors and storytellers. In this episo...

Actor and filmmaker Henry King joins The Buzz for a powerful conversation about his short film Donnie and the journey behind bringing it to life. From navigating the ups and downs of auditioning to taking control of his own career, Henry opens up about turning creative frustration into fuel—and why creating your own opportunities is sometimes the only way forward. We also dive into: The inspiratio...

Andy Serkis and Iman Vellani discuss their new animated adaptation of Animal Farm in this exclusive interview on The Buzz – BuzzWorthy Radio . Director Andy Serkis shares how Animal Farm took over 15 years to develop, evolving from a performance-capture concept into an animated feature designed for a modern audience. Iman Vellani breaks down voicing multiple characters and bringing humor to a stor...