Kevin Kraft on The Second Coming of John Cooper, Indie Filmmaking, Howard Stern & Bringing Comedy Back

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 of family on his decisions. The Kunhardts also share insights into uncovering lesser-known parts of Cuomo’s life, including his early baseball career and his philosophy on public service. They discuss their broader filmmaking mission through Life Stories, a nonprofit platform dedicated to making documentary interviews and educational materials freely accessible to the public, as well as their work distributing content to incarcerated audiences through Adovo. This is a thoughtful look at leadership, legacy, and the human side of politics—told through the lens of intimate documentary storytelling.

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 Savage, how they built it outside the studio system, and why independent television production is gaining momentum. A conversation about TV history, evolution, and the future of storytelling.

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 working with Howard Stern and the Jason Ellis Show into filmmaking, the challenges independent creators face, and why he believes audiences are ready for a comeback of R-rated comedies. We also dive into New Jersey's growing film industry, the future of independent entertainment, Tony Hawk stories, and a spirited discussion about artificial intelligence's impact on creative careers. In this episode: * The Second Coming of John Cooper * Indie filmmaking challenges * Howard Stern and Jason Ellis experiences * Lost footage recovery nightmare * Why comedy films are struggling * New Jersey's film industry growth * AI and the future of entertainment * Career advice for aspiring filmmakers Subscribe to The Buzz for more conversations with actors, filmmakers, television creators, and entertainment industry professionals. #KevinKraft #TheSecondComingOfJohnCooper #IndieFilm #ComedyMovies #Filmmaking #HowardStern #JasonEllis #TheBuzz #BuzzworthyRadio #EntertainmentPodcast

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, directing, and the realities of independent production.

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 life. Then, The Hunting Wives creator Rebecca Cutter and author May Cobb share the emotional journey of adapting the bestselling novel into a hit television series, including the personal struggles and perseverance that helped make the show a reality. Finally, The Other Bennet Sister creator Sarah Quintrell and star Ella Bruccoleri discuss Mary Bennet's powerful journey of self-discovery, imposter syndrome, and why audiences of all backgrounds connect with her story. These conversations explore identity, belonging, resilience, and the power of storytelling. Guests: * Brooke Shields * Amalia Williamson * Rebecca Cutter * May Cobb * Sarah Quintrell * Ella Bruccoleri Recorded at ATX TV Festival 2026.