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.
Xavier Mills on ‘Is God Is,’ Working with Sterling K. Brown & Black Excellence in Hollywood
Is God Is (2026) · May 14, 2026
Henry King on ‘Donnie,’ Film Festivals & Betting on Yourself
Donnie (2025) · Apr 30, 2026
Body Horror, Chaos & Sympathy: Breaking Down ‘Bagworm’ | SXSW Interview
Bagworm (2025) · Mar 24, 2026
Emily Robinson on ‘Ugly Cry’ | SXSW 2026 Interview
Ugly Cry (2026) · Mar 23, 2026
SXSW 2026: “A Safe Distance” Cast & Director on Freedom, Toxic Love, and Finding Yourself
A Safe Distance (2026) · Mar 19, 2026
California Scenario: Love, Trauma & Healing | SBIFF Interview
California Scenario (2026) · Feb 23, 2026
Marla Gibbs Talks ‘Mildred 4 a Million'
Mildred 4 a Million (2024) · Sep 6, 2025
Sara Friedman Talks "Heightened" and Breaking Mental Health Stigma
Heightened (2023) · Nov 12, 2024
Richard Hull Talks "Fighting Spirit: A Combat Chaplain's Journey"
Fighting Spirit: A Combat Chaplain's Journey (2024) · Oct 22, 2024
Double Feature: BUZZCast Chats with RJ Collins of "Crescent City" and Simon Phillips of "The Mouse Trap"!
Crescent City (2024) · Sep 19, 2024
Writer/Director Daniel André of "Running on Empty"
Running on Empty (2024) · Aug 3, 2024
Writer/Director Dustin Murphy of "Coyote"
Coyote (2023) · Jul 4, 2024
Director Rod Blackhurst of "Blood for Dust"
Blood for Dust (2024) · Apr 18, 2024
Gene Pope of "Queen of Knives"
Queen of Knives (2023) · Apr 18, 2024
Director Rebecca Coley of "Point of Change"
Point of Change (2024) · Feb 16, 2024
The Crew of "LUCHA: A Wrestling Tale" Chat About Struggle and Perseverance
Lucha: A Wrestling Tale (2023) · Feb 10, 2024
Linsey Stewart and Dane Clark Chat "SUZE"
Suze (2019) · Feb 10, 2024
Former "Days of our Lives" Star Mike Manning Chats "Edge of Everything"
Edge of Everything (2023) · Feb 10, 2024
Kevin Bigley and Kate Cobb of "OKIE"
Okie (2024) · Feb 4, 2024