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SmartLess
"SmartLess" with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life to learn about shared experiences through thoughtful dialogue and organic hilarity. A nice surprise: in each episode of SmartLess, one of the hosts reveals his mystery guest to the other two. What ensues is a genuinely improvised and authentic conversation filled with laughter and newfound knowledge to feed the SmartLess mind. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to…
Episodes
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"RE-RELEASE: Adam Sandler"
"The Sandman" a.k.a. the unstoppable legend Adam Sandler, drives a golf-ball right onto the SmartLess fairway and we all take a ride on the cart of life…
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"Laura Dern"
Collapse your stroller: it’s Laura Dern. Sixteen ice cream cones, the hardest acting job of her life, and Nepo Hayes. Save it for the sequel, guys… it’s an…
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"Noah Hawley"
Have a spirulina shake, it’s Noah Hawley. Siberia with family restaurants, pitching the segue, and the Mayor of Childhood. “Family programming… that ship has…
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"Benedict Cumberbatch"
Step into our stretch limousine — it’s Benedict Cumberbatch. Corndogs, Nature vs. Nurture, and [very lightly touching upon] How-To Clean Yourself. It’s a…
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"Claire Danes"
It’s our start-gift: Claire Danes. Cursed cows, Moroccan cats, a Kentucky Schnoodle, and “very cute dirt.” It’s another episode of ‘How To Remain Employed and…
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"RE-RELEASE: Jenny Slate"
Our lovely surprise guest Jenny Slate joins from a supply closet to give us the 5-day weather outlook, the difference between drop and dropper, texts about…
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"Tom Freston"
Take the Jimmy Jet to Timbuktu: it’s Tom Freston. No experience in television, selling toilet paper, various red-light districts, and a Bob Marley ring-tone…
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INTRODUCING: I Need You Guys with Gabe Liedman, Jenny Slate and Max Silvestri (w/ Sean Hayes)
Sean Hayes (from SmartLess, one of our podcast dads) is here! We get into Gleem toothpaste commercials and weird 1-800 hotlines, and give Jenny advice on a…
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"David Duchovny"
Ok with the pretzels; it’s David Duchovny. A ship of fools, Dads’ novels, making music, and finalllllly teaching Jason how to read. “I mean, dishwashing liquid…
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"Oscar Isaac"
Get your claws out: it’s Oscar Isaac. Memory, dance belts, Travis picking, and the buddy system. The river doesn’t dam itself… on an all-new SmartLess…
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"Edgar Wright"
Get the motion-sensors on in here: it’s Edgar Wright. Free ice cream, the dregs of humanity, and a fistful of fingers. Turn on your joke-delivery machine… it’s…
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"Julia Roberts"
This week it’s one of the greats: Julia Roberts. Selling shoes, love letters, a weatherman on Donahue, and the mystery elves that are insurance. “Abandonment…
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"RE-RELEASE: Paul Thomas Anderson"
Italian candy expert, amateur filmmaker (and recipient of 11 Academy Awards) Paul Thomas Anderson joins us this week to dig into the businesstry and take a…
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"Kirsten Dunst"
Wake up with the TV on; it’s Kirsten Dunst. Cheer squad, burger talk, dream work, cake campaigns, and a sign that says “Smile, It’s Showtime.” Make sure to…
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"Michelle Pfeiffer"
Fill the lighter with butane, it’s Michelle Pfeiffer. Honeywagon territory, mildewy screenplays, the trauma of stenography, and cutting Al’s finger. Welcome to…
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"Lionel Richie"
If you can believe drummers and motorcycles: it’s Lionel Richie. 12 notes, sleep outs, God’s words, and winning Wimbledon. Fungus is among us… on an all-new…
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INTRODUCING: We Need A Fourth with Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne
Smartless Podfather Will Arnett interviews Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne, the hosts of Smartless Media's new comedy golf podcast We Need a…
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"Kate McKinnon"
Folks are doing carpentry— it’s the dulcet tones of Kate McKinnon! ASMR, traffic, chicken juice, and Natalie’s mother’s costume jewelry. This is chaos. Welcome…
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"RE-RELEASE: Kerry Washington"
The incredibly talented actor/producer Kerry Washington joins us this week to give us a safer-sex education. Sean becomes our next Barbara Walters, Will makes…
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"Mel Robbins"
Mel Robbins joins our friend group as we count 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. A Gabor latte, what’s really under the soda can in the green room trash bin, and did they pick up…
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"Steve Buscemi"
We’re hanging out with Steve Buscemi. The Material, how to come through doors, actor/director catnip, and yoga on the weekends. Wasa, bee? It’s SmartLess…
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"Olivia Colman"
Congratulations, you won: it’s Olivia Colman. A timely pat on the back, getting slightly better at saying no, and “nice to meet you” (and then you have a sex…
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"James Gunn"
It’s fun with the words… with James Gunn. Super subjects like a Kevin with a hard C, the super-package, and sensitivity as a superpower. Keep your eyes off my…
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"RE-RELEASE: Liam Neeson”
Avid fly fisherman Liam Neeson brings his very particular set of skills (and his Stanley thermos) to the show this week. To Sean’s dismay, we don’t talk about…
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"Jason Momoa"
Put your hands on yourself, it’s Jason Momoa– making his pod-debut. Hot topics across the board on this one, like cute boy haircuts, facial creams and lotions…
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"Marc Maron"
Zip your hair on, it’s Marc Maron. The dark side of luxury problems, exciting medical stories, and the gift of yet another microphone. Get duct taped into…
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“John Mayer LIVE”
Open up your fortune cookie, it’s John Mayer- LIVE from Los Angeles. Give ‘em the pickle, UTI jokes, and giving Yes-And a run for its money. Welcome to our…
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"Julia Garner"
Are you still off sugar? It’s our friend Julia Garner. Witch energy, Waymo advocacy, pretending to be good at stuff, and feeling uncomfortable to feel…
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"Anthony Mackie"
This week— Mr. Anthony Mackie joins us to discuss little upgrades, crazier crafty, and making a friend of pilates. A couple’a nice seats for a premiere would…
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INTRODUCING: Let’s Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa (w/ Colman Domingo)
Colman Domingo joins Kelly Ripa on her podcast “Let’s Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa” to talk about everything from the unbelievably romantic way he met his…
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"Graydon Carter"
Don’t curse - it’s Graydon Carter. Soft Power, subtitles, and a cat teaching itself to read. Meta much? We’re offending somebody. It’s an all-new SmartLess…
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"RE-RELEASE: Charlize Theron"
Welkom by ‘n nuwe SmartLess, where Sean makes Sloppy Joes, we all get tattoos, and we finally get to talk golf, tennis, and pickleball with the one and only…
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"Nicholas Hoult"
Don’t shave your head off! It’s Nicholas Hoult. Doing good work, creating special things, and chasing fame and money like a rabid animal. Your heart is a…
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"Taron Egerton"
Be sure to shower with extra shampoo; we have Taron Egerton in the house this week. The land of plenty, the middle of nowhere, and how everyone’s home is their…
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"Stephen Graham"
Grab your extra-icy Arnold Palmer… it’s Mr. Stephen Graham. Topics may include: Scouse, scavenger hunts, parachute pants, and the risk of pretension. So load…
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"RE-RELEASE: Sarah Silverman"
The pod gets electric when surprise guest Sarah Silverman flies in to shock the guys with her charm, sass, and funny-bone. A stand-up comedian, writer, actor…
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"Gordon Ramsay"
Put your blindfold on, one teaspoon at a time: it’s Gordon Ramsay. Meat and 2 veg, a Trojan mouse, and the soup of the month. Bon appétit dans un tout nouvel…
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"Parker Posey"
Grow out your summer cut, it’s our steward of the land: Ms. Parker Posey. Storymaking, mime skills, that liminal space, and a little butterfly outside. The…
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"Shane Gillis"
Pad up your funny bones; it’s Shane Gillis. The ham gene, war history, workouts vs. naps, and serious movies with serious actors. There’s nothin’ lake about…
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"David Leitch"
Fill up your airbag and lather yourself in fire-gel, it’s David Leitch. We discuss the literal and figurative pratfalls of the industry— cherry picking, Culver…
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"RE-RELEASE: Tina Fey"
What can we say about the lovely Tina Fey? The talented actor, writer, creator and producer is granted 1-hour of time from her parole officer / daughter to…
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"Pete Buttigieg"
Snap a flare off - it’s Mr. Pete Buttigieg. We talk trucks, fish, the WWE, rush-delivery marriage, and a cottage industry of custom homemade nail polish. What…
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"Pam Abdy & Mike De Luca"
We are joined by Pam Abdy and Mike De Luca (Co-Chairs and CEOs of Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group) from not one, but two offices. Air travel protocols, a big…
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INTRODUCING: Staying Alive with Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally
Welcome to Staying Alive, a new comedic health and wellness podcast from Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally, two comedians, best friends, and hosts of TV’s 101 Places…
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"Paul Rudd"
Pull out your ham glazing kit, it’s Paul Rudd. Forensics, a death in the audience, and the best WiFi in town. Are they hocks? They can be. It’s an all-new…
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"Amy Poehler"
Well, well, well… it’s Amy Poehler. How did you start in comedy? Do you like TV and Movies? Let’s bundle it. Benvenuti… al duecentocinquantesimo. Subscribe to…
SmartLessSmartLess Presents ClueLess! 145 - Do Not Pass Go! (w/ Scotty Icenogle)
On this special Monopoly-themed episode of ClueLess, host Elliott Kalan and constant contestant Sean Hayes invite Sean’s husband Scotty Icenogle to play a new…
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"Jeff Goldblum"
Unhinge your jaw, it’s Jeff Goldblum. Jazz, urgency, true happiness, and ducks going to Moscow. Leave your kids with their helper, they’re good people. It’s a…
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"RE-RELEASE: Neil deGrasse Tyson"
The guys are surprised by renowned astrophysicist, planetary scientist and author, Neil deGrasse Tyson. Neil teaches the guys about the wonders of the…
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Conan O’Brien Wants Jason Bateman to Be His Friend
Jason recently joined Conan on his podcast “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” to talk about everything from the intense pressures of child acting to the iconic…
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"Maria Shriver"
It’s the first day of your friendship… with Maria Shriver. Topics include: airline food, emotional sobriety, throwing and going, how to stay engaged and not be…
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"Elton John & Brandi Carlile"
We surely do believe in angels— it’s Elton John & Brandi Carlile. Teleprompters in therapy, Joni’s living room, and the 250-pound mushroom. No more kissing…
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"John Lithgow"
Every once in a while we class it up over here: John Lithgow. Acting by osmosis, figuring out the funny, a wizard dog, and a witch with a pizza. Excuse me sir…
SmartLessSmartLess Presents ClueLess! 137 - Word Workout (w/ Jeff Max)
On this episode of ClueLess, host Elliott Kalan and constant contestant Sean Hayes invite Sean’s good friend Jeff Max to hit the gym for Word Workout! Each of…
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"Adam Scott"
Oh My Goodness: it’s Adam Scott. Black-out curtains, a ’68 Rambler, homonymous encounters, and “what is it about your wife that drives you crazy?” Sleep with…
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"RE-RELEASE: John Mulaney"
As John Mulaney always says: “sugar goes into this body.” This week’s guest gets deep about his former tag crew, hypnotism, and proper swaddle technique. Plus…
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"Millie Bobby Brown"
Everyone’s turning 21 this week with Millie Bobby Brown. Accentgate, a cautionary tale, exposed bacteria ports, and Dads. Coyotes are terrified of donkeys… on…
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"Jelly Roll"
Mama didn’t raise no fool this week, folks; it’s Jelly Roll. Incarceration, the need to write music, and the Nobody Cries Alone Policy. Put on your…
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"Bill Burr"
It’s a point of contention already… with our guest Bill Burr. A soliloquy, much needed advice to plumbers, and underground hockey conspiracy theories. Does…