Clean Hands at Tribeca: Zach Braff & Cast on a True Story of Addiction, Recovery & Hope

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 Campany, and Laughton Royce share what drew them to the project and why the story goes far beyond the screen. From the real-life inspiration behind the film to the emotional impact of Brooke’s House and the recovery community surrounding it, each conversation reveals a different layer of a story rooted in hope and resilience. This is Clean Hands at Tribeca: a look inside a film about what it means to fight for the people you love—and what happens when a community refuses to give up. 🎬 Recorded by NaVell J. Lee for BuzzWorthy Radio at Tribeca Festival 2026.

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 conviction of Anthony DiPippo, and the decades-long fight to uncover what really happened. During our conversation, Solotaroff details allegations of police misconduct, coerced testimony, missing evidence, and the unanswered questions that continue to surround one of New York's most troubling criminal cases. We also discuss investigative journalism, wrongful convictions, criminal justice reform, and why this story remains far from over. Topics Covered: * The Devil's Quarry podcast * Anthony DiPippo's wrongful conviction * The murder of Josette Wright * Police corruption allegations * Investigative journalism * Criminal justice reform * Tribeca Festival * True crime storytelling Subscribe to BuzzWorthy Radio for more conversations with filmmakers, actors, journalists, and creators shaping today's culture. #TrueCrime #PaulSolotaroff #TheDevilsQuarry #WrongfulConviction #TribecaFestival #InvestigativeJournalism

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