In this engaging conversation, actor, writer, and director Zach Braff, famed for 'Scrubs' and 'Garden State', shares insights into his latest film, 'A Good Person'. He delves into how creativity can transform pain into art, discussing the therapeutic power of storytelling. Braff reflects on personal losses during the pandemic and the importance of authenticity in representing grief. The discussion also highlights the balancing act between artistic integrity and commercial demands, revealing the emotional depth behind making meaningful films.

Zach Braff, an acclaimed actor, writer, and director best known for his role in Scrubs, joins host Alexi Pappas to discuss his influential mentor, Bill Lawrence. They explore the significance of authenticity in one's creative journey and reflect on lessons learned from Braff's debut film, Garden State. The conversation delves into the critical role of mentorship in the entertainment industry, highlighting the importance of gratitude and personal growth through collaboration. Braff's insights promise inspiration for anyone navigating their own path.

Zach Braff, the versatile actor known for his roles in Scrubs and Garden State, shares insights about his Stoicism-inspired film, A Good Person. He discusses how the philosophy of Amor fati has influenced his artistic expression amid personal trauma. The conversation touches on the importance of community support during grief and emphasizes the healing power of art. Braff also highlights how embracing life's challenges can foster resilience, blending humor and sorrow to create relatable narratives that inspire healing and connection.

New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- Today’s episode is a wide-ranging Interview with Zach Braff, one of those rare famous people who’s really willing to go there.  You may know Braff from the TV show Scrubs or the movie Garden State but Braff is actually a genuine multi-hyphenate; a true triple threat. He acts, writes and directs his own movies and other people’s TV shows including Ted Lasso on Apple TV. Relatively recently he put out a new movie that he both wrote and directed called A Good Person starring Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman.   In this episode we talked about anxiety, depression, insomnia, addiction, grief, social media usage, and what he means by “learning to love your fate”—a notion that is literally tattooed on his wrist.  This Interview was conducted in person at the TED conference in Vancouver this past April.  Full Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/zach-braff

LOOK OUT! It’s only Films To Be Buried With!Join your host Brett Goldstein as he talks life, death, love and the universe with actor, director and writer ZACH BRAFF!Okay and fake doctor. But REAL friend. You may of course know Zach from his full term shift as J.D. in Scrubs, or maybe you saw Garden State, or perhaps some more recent work altogether - well here's your perfect chance to catch up on everything Zach, which includes those fun packed back in the days nuggets, the Scrubs podcast, what the term 'execution dependent' could possibly mean, directing a Ted Lasso and becoming an inventor in the process, younger day sob-fests, and being an HSP! You'll find out. A lovely chirpy episode which you'll love!IMDBA GOOD PERSONFAKE DOCTORS REAL FRIENDSINSTAGRAMBRETT GOLDSTEIN on TWITTERBRETT GOLDSTEIN on INSTAGRAMBRETT GOLDSTEIN on PATREONTED LASSOSOULMATESSUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)CORNERBOYS with BRETT & SCROOBIUS PIPDISTRACTION PIECES NETWORK on FACEBOOKDISTRACTION PIECES NETWORK on INSTAGRAMSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/filmstobeburiedwith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor and filmmaker Zach Braff feels so honored about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Zach sits down with Conan to discuss his complicated Jewish upbringing, meeting his real-life best friend Donald Faison on Scrubs, and his new film A Good Person. Later, Matt and Sona recap running afoul of the law while recording an episode of Mallwalkin’. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan.

Zach Braff, renowned for his role in Scrubs, and Bill Lawrence, the mastermind behind shows like Ted Lasso, share their inspiring mentorship journey. They delve into the significance of authenticity and gratitude in creative careers. Zach opens up about the lessons learned while making Garden State and the pivotal role Bill played in his breakthrough. The duo also humorously discusses navigating auditions and building self-belief with the help of supportive communities, all while emphasizing the value of genuine connections.

Zach Braff, filmmaker and actor known for Garden State and Ted Lasso, joins Mike to explore the creative journey of filmmaking and personal storytelling. They share amusing anecdotes, including a drunken escape from a Rush concert. Zach reflects on the challenges of directing legends like Morgan Freeman and the weight of personal experiences shaping authentic narratives. The duo contemplates turning love and heartbreak stories into performance art, highlighting the delicate balance of creativity, feedback, and the joy of genuine artistic expression.

Zach Braff, known for his roles in 'Scrubs' and 'A Good Person', shares his journey of emotional catharsis while creating his latest film. He reminisces about the joy of filming 'Scrubs' and reveals how it transformed his life. The conversation shifts to directing legends like Morgan Freeman and Harrison Ford, emphasizing the delicate balance of leadership. Zach discusses the drive behind his creativity and the struggles of the filmmaking process, while also reflecting on the challenges faced during a demanding night shoot amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Zach Braff, actor/writer/director, shares his early experiences in the arts, casting choices in 'Garden State', empowering the crew during production, challenges of crowdfunding 'Wish I Was Here', marketing films today, and his love for flying and filmmaking.