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The Buzz - BuzzWorthy Radio
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Since 2007, The Buzz has been one of the most consistent voices in entertainment media. Hosted by Signal Award & Astra Award-winning interviewer NaVell J. Lee, this podcast delivers exclusive conversations with actors, filmmakers, and creators from across film & television. From red carpets and film festivals like SXSW & SBIFF to studio press days and intimate one-on-ones, NaVell goes beyond the headlines to uncover the craft, story, and person behind the work. Nearly 500 episodes in and still finding new angles. What entertainment coverage sounds like when someone actually does the homework.
Episodes
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Falling: Archie Renaux, KJ Apa & Isabel May on Love, Growth, and Letting Go
At the premiere of Falling, NaVell J. Lee catches up with Archie Renaux, KJ Apa, and Isabel May for three conversations about love, friendship, forgiveness, and discovering who you are. Archie discusses Johnny's second coming of age and how becoming a young father shaped his own understanding of...
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Heather Tom Talks 20 Years as Katie Logan, Daytime Emmys & B&B Drama
Heather Tom returns to The Buzz ahead of the Daytime Emmy Awards. The six-time Emmy winner opens up about receiving two nominations this year, including recognition as both Lead Actress and as part of The Bold and the Beautiful writing team. We also look ahead to another huge milestone: 2027…
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Amanda Brugel on 'Dark Matter,' Career-Defining Choices and Representation
What if one moment completely changed the trajectory of your life? Amanda Brugel joins The Buzz to talk Dark Matter and why the quieter, deeply personal Episode 5 became one of her favorites of the season. We also explore a pivotal piece of career advice that changed how Amanda saw herself as an...
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Theo Rossi on Bruton, Sons of Anarchy, Legends & the Fight for Original Thought
Theo Rossi joins NaVell J. Lee for a wide-ranging conversation about Bruton, revisiting Sons of Anarchy, the upcoming Legends, and his new film Come With Me. Rossi reflects on Juice and Jax's unforgettable final conversation on Sons of Anarchy and why that scene continues to resonate with fans...
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BONUS: Michael O’Keefe & Elizabeth A. Davis on A Break in the Rain
Michael O’Keefe and Elizabeth A. Davis join NaVell J. Lee for a special bonus conversation about A Break in the Rain and the healing power of music. O’Keefe discusses Jake’s journey through grief and the unexpected connection that begins to bring him back to the people he loves, while Davis...
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‘American Hostage’ with Shawn Ryan, Eileen Myers & Adam Arkin + ‘Knife Edge’ Host Jesse Burgess
Two very different stories. One episode of The Buzz. First, Shawn Ryan, Eileen Myers and Adam Arkin join NaVell J. Lee to discuss MGM+’s American Hostage, including the series’ distinctive split-screen storytelling, recreating moments from the real-life hostage crisis and finding the balance...
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Season 20 Premiere: Chris Hardwick on Podcasting, Fatherhood & Finding Your Voice
The Buzz kicks off its milestone 20th season with comedian, actor, television host and longtime podcaster Chris Hardwick. In a wide-ranging conversation with NaVell J. Lee, Hardwick reflects on his return to podcasting, how becoming a father changed his relationship with work, and why questions...
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Backstage at the Emmys: Tom Pelphrey, Allison Janney, Stephen Colbert & Widow’s Bay
The Buzz goes backstage at the Emmys for conversations with some of the night’s biggest winners. Tom Pelphrey reflects on a 22-year acting journey, discovering his purpose at 14 and why acting has become inseparable from who he is. Allison Janney looks back on her longtime friendship with Bradley...
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“There Was a Before and an After”: Remembering 9/11 with 9/11: Reunited
Twenty-five years after September 11, the stories of those who lived through that day remain essential. At the Tribeca Festival, NaVell J. Lee sits down with 9/11 survivor Debbie St. John and 9/11: Reunited producer Louis Lee Ray for two deeply personal conversations about memory, survival and…
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Rodrigo Santoro on ‘Runner,’ Real Heroes & ‘Love Actually’
Rodrigo Santoro joins NaVell J. Lee on The Buzz to talk about his role as Damien Zaldivar in Runner and why he wanted to create a villain who couldn't simply be labeled “bad.” Santoro breaks down the character's vulnerability, unpredictability and surprising playfulness, including the...
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Inside Dark Matter Season 2: Alice Braga & Dayo Okeniyi
What if the perfect world doesn't exist? On this episode of The Buzz, I sit down with Dark Matter stars Alice Braga and Dayo Okeniyi for two conversations exploring the choices, identities and alternate realities at the heart of the Apple TV series. Alice Braga reflects on the “what ifs” we carry...
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From The Buzz Archives: Marina Sirtis Talks Star Trek | 60th Anniversary
To celebrate 60 years of Star Trek, The Buzz is reaching into the archives for a special conversation with Marina Sirtis, beloved by generations of fans as Counselor Deanna Troi. Originally recorded several years ago, Marina joins NaVell J. Lee for a conversation reflecting on her incredible...
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The Art of the Opening Title: BigStar’s Carson Hood & Doug Appleton
What makes an opening title impossible to skip? At Televerse, The Buzz catches up with BigStar EVP Carson Hood and Creative Director Doug Appleton for a conversation about the art, emotion and nostalgia behind memorable opening sequences. Hood explains why creatives working with beloved…
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Ethan Suplee on Mallrats, Addiction, Recovery & Being a Work in Progress
Ethan Suplee is getting ready to reunite with the cast of Mallrats at Super Jersey Comic Expo — but our conversation goes far beyond the View Askewniverse. Ethan joins me to talk about the lasting bond between the Mallrats cast and Kevin Smith, why returning to a movie that is now more than 30...
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John Candy: I Like Me — Colin Hanks, Jennifer Candy-Sullivan & Sean Stuart on His Enduring Legacy
John Candy may be gone, but the love for him has never disappeared. At Televerse 26, NaVell J. Lee catches up with director Colin Hanks, producer Sean Stuart and Jennifer Candy-Sullivan to discuss John Candy: I Like Me, the documentary exploring the life, career and legacy of the beloved…
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Abbott Elementary Cast: Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams & Janelle James | Televerse 26
The Abbott Elementary cast brought plenty to talk about at Televerse 26! NaVell J. Lee catches up with Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams and Janelle James for three very different conversations about the Emmy-nominated ABC comedy. Quinta Brunson reveals why getting Marcello Hernández onto…
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Televerse Bonus: Patrick Ball, Henry Czerny & Kareem Rahma
We're going back to the Televerse red carpet for a special bonus episode of The Buzz – BuzzWorthy Radio featuring three very different conversations with Patrick Ball, Henry Czerny and Kareem Rahma. First, Patrick Ball of The Pitt talks with NaVell J. Lee about the show's portrayal of healthcare...
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Revenge at 15: Emily VanCamp, Gabriel Mann, Nick Wechsler & Connor Paolo Reunite at Televerse
Fifteen years after Revenge premiered on ABC, the cast reunited at Televerse 26—and NaVell J. Lee was there to catch up with the stars who made the Hamptons one of television's most unforgettable battlegrounds. In this special Televerse 26 edition of The BUZZ, NaVell reunites with Emily VanCamp,...
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From Soaps to Steamrolling Primetime: Tom Pelphrey & Justin Hartley | Televerse Bonus
Two former soap opera stars are now steamrolling the primetime landscape! In this special five-minute Televerse bonus episode, NaVell J. Lee reunites with Tom Pelphrey (Guiding Light) and Justin Hartley (Passions) to talk about their remarkable journeys from daytime television to some of...
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Shrinking Season 3: Jason Segel, Jessica Williams & Michael Urie | Televerse 2026
NaVell J. Lee catches up with Shrinking stars Jason Segel, Jessica Williams and Michael Urie on the Televerse red carpet to talk about Season 3 and the emotional performances behind some of the show's biggest moments. Jason Segel discusses Jimmy's intense confrontation with Harrison Ford's...
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Brian O’Halloran on the Mallrats Reunion, Dante Hicks & His The Floor Experience
Brian O’Halloran is coming back to New Jersey for a very special Mallrats reunion at Super Jersey Expo on August 29! The actor best known for playing Dante Hicks in Kevin Smith’s Clerks joins The BUZZ to talk about reuniting with his Mallrats castmates, his many Hicks characters throughout Kevin...
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The Pivot Podcast at Paley Center: Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor & Channing Crowder on Authentic Conversations
BuzzWorthy Radio heads to the Paley Center for Media for a special conversation with the hosts of The Pivot Podcast — Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor, and Channing Crowder. Over the past five years, The Pivot has become one of the most recognizable athlete-led podcasts by creating honest conversations…
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Drew Moerlein on Becoming Captain America in Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra (From the Archives)
Before Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra became one of gaming's most anticipated Marvel titles, actor Drew Moerlein joined me for a candid conversation about stepping into the role of Captain America. In this archived interview from April 2024, Drew reflects on landing one of the most iconic characters…
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Are Podcast Awards Worth It? Cameron Stack Breaks Down ROI, Recognition & Podcasting's Biggest Honors
Are podcast awards actually worth the investment—or are they just another expense for creators? On this episode of The Buzz, host NaVell J. Lee welcomes Cameron Stack, founder of Recognized.FM, for an in-depth conversation about the evolving world of podcast awards, industry recognition, and what...
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'Ride or Die' Stars Calam Lynch & Savannah Steyn on Twists, Love & Prime Video's Assassin Series
What happens when assassins aren't supposed to fall in love? On this episode of The Buzz, host NaVell J. Lee sits down with Calam Lynch and Savannah Steyn to discuss Prime Video's action-comedy thriller Ride or Die. Savannah reacts to Queenie's shocking twists throughout the season, while Calam...
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San Diego Comic-Con 2026: Marvel Hall H, Ryan Gosling’s Ghost Rider & Ryan Reynolds’ Surprise Deadpool Appearance
San Diego Comic-Con 2026 delivered major Marvel news, surprise celebrity appearances, and serious Hall H FOMO. This week on The Weekly Buzz, NaVell J. Lee breaks down the biggest moments from SDCC 2026, including the reported Ryan Gosling Ghost Rider reveal, Ryan Reynolds’ surprise appearance in…
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Welcome to The Buzz – BuzzWorthy Radio | Behind-the-Scenes Conversations with TV & Film Creators
New to The Buzz – BuzzWorthy Radio? Welcome! For nearly 20 years, host NaVell J. Lee has been bringing listeners behind the scenes with the actors, creators, writers, directors, and producers behind some of television and film's biggest projects. In this introduction, get a glimpse of what makes...
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Jon Chaffin Talks 'Diarra from Detroit' Season 2, Danger's Evolution & The Hit Paramount+ Series
Actor Jon Chaffin joins BuzzWorthy Radio to discuss the highly anticipated second season of Diarra from Detroit, premiering July 29 with two back-to-back episodes. Jon opens up about Danger's emotional journey following the shocking Season 1 finale, why he believes Danger never truly betrayed...
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The Weekly Buzz: 2026 Emmy Nominations, Remembering Sam Neill, Hal Williams & Scott Bryce + Matt Murphy & Colton Skuster
The entertainment world had a busy week, and we're breaking it all down. On this edition of The Weekly Buzz, NaVell J. Lee shares his reactions to the 2026 Primetime Emmy and Daytime Emmy nominations, including standout nominees, surprising snubs, and why Shrinking, Abbott Elementary, Beyond the...
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Matt Murphy Interview: Former Homicide Prosecutor Discusses True Crime Cases, Investigations & The Search for Truth
Former homicide prosecutor Matt Murphy joins NaVell Lee on The Buzz for an in-depth conversation about investigations, evidence, and the search for truth. Matt shares how his approach to cases evolved throughout his career and why keeping an open mind is one of the most important lessons he…
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Colton Skuster: American Ninja Warrior, Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding Your Own Path
What happens when the person behind the obstacle course shares the story behind the struggle? Four-time American Ninja Warrior competitor Colton Skuster joins BuzzWorthy Radio to talk about his incredible journey from a shy kid struggling with confidence to competing on one of television's most...
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Behind the Casting of 9-1-1, The Shield, Once Upon a Time & More | ATX TV Festival
What does it take to cast the next television icon? At the 2026 ATX TV Festival, I sat down with acclaimed casting directors Felicia Fasano, Eric Souliere, Veronica Collins Rooney, and Rebecca Mangieri for an insightful conversation about the art of casting television. From authentic…
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Aaron Burns on Bringing Jimmy Stewart's Untold Story to Life in JIMMY | The Buzz
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...
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ATX TV Festival 2026: Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed Red Carpet | Jake Johnson, Murray Bartlett & Tatiana Maslany
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...
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Tribeca Festival 2026 Special: Exploring Technology, Identity & Human Connection Through Film
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...
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Independent Podcasters Day: 20 Years of Podcasting & Indie Growth | The Buzz Bonus
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...
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The Buzz Official Podcast Trailer | Celebrity Interviews, TV & Film Conversations | Season 20
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...
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Ryan Ray Vincent: Vertical Storytelling, Acting in the New Content Economy & Building Momentum in Hollywood
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...
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Mike Royce (Everybody Loves Raymond) + Antonia Thomas & Josh Dylan (Tommy & Tuppence) | ATX TV Festival
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...
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Bobby Garza on Sonic Guild, Artist Burnout, Mental Health & Building Community Through Music
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,...
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Dan Fried on Jean-Michel Basquiat, Mark Maron & Documentary Storytelling | Tribeca Festival Interview
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...
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Charlotte Dobre on Building a YouTube Empire, Acting, Confidence & Internet Culture
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...
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Tribeca Award Winner ‘Jail Time Records’ | Taika Waititi, Dione Roach & Jocelyne Chaput
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...
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Clean Hands at Tribeca: Zach Braff & Cast on a True Story of Addiction, Recovery & Hope
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...
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Paul Solotaroff on The Devil's Quarry, Wrongful Convictions & the Fight for Justice
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...
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George & Teddy Kunhardt on “Mario” Documentary — Inside Mario Cuomo’s Life, Legacy & Family Choices
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…
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Tom Fontana on Homicide, SVU & Oz + Revenge Alums Build Indie Series “Savage” | ATX TV Festival
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...
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Kevin Kraft on The Second Coming of John Cooper, Indie Filmmaking, Howard Stern & Bringing Comedy Back
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...
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Everyone Is Doing Great Cast Interview | James Lafferty, Stephen Colletti & Michelle Lang | ATX TV Festival
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,...
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Brooke Shields, The Hunting Wives & The Other Bennet Sister | ATX TV Festival Special
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...
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Since 2007, The Buzz has been one of the most consistent voices in entertainment media. Hosted by Signal Award & Astra Award-winning interviewer NaVell J. Lee, this podcast delivers exclusive conversations with actors, filmmakers, and creators from across film & television. From red carpets and film festivals like SXSW & SBIFF to studio press days and intimate one-on-ones, NaVell goes beyond the headlines to uncover the craft, story, and person behind the work. Nearly 500 episodes in and still finding new angles. What entertainment coverage sounds like when someone actually does the homework.
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