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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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"Kelly Clarkson"
“No stranger to a giggle,” we welcome the lovely Kelly Clarkson. Small towns & big cities, the art of the lie, and a gift horse’s mouth. Buy your friend their…
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"Natalie Portman"
Be Professional… it’s Natalie Portman! Pie n’ Burger, la langue française, and a signature required for delivery. Plug in your power adapter— it’s an all-new…
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"Sam Rockwell"
We cut some rug with the one and only Sam Rockwell. Batwing Lubricant, Fast & Furious with the sound off, and a longtime listener calls in! Don’t turn that…
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"The Killers"
This week, we happily disturb the pre-show routines of Brandon Flowers and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. of The Killers. Let’s kill some time and learn about the “steady…
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"Penelope Cruz"
Don’t hit snooze this morn; we’ve got Penelope Cruz on the horn! No free lunch, the light of Madrid in the summer, and the sneeze heard ‘round the world…
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"Mark Ruffalo"
Humble beginnings, motorcycle-hair, and a bean and cheese burrito cut in thirds. Welcome to Mark Ruffalo’s office… on an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to…
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"Mike Birbiglia"
Come sleepwalk with us… it’s Mike Birbiglia! We chat all-things-funny; comedians who are too serious, intentional non-laughter, and crying at the ballet…
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"Selena Gomez"
Gather ‘round listener, it’s Selena Gomez! We talk Craigslist, a hot Barney, and blissful ignorance. Practice your mirror-face; it’s an all-new SmartLess…
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"Adam Driver"
Guest what? It’s Adam Driver. A broken-down Lincoln Town Car, training on a busted sternum, and, well yeah, Sean gets to ask about Star Wars. Never say ‘skit’…
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"Arnold Schwarzenegger"
Put that cookie down, let off some steam, and get in the chopper. It’s Arnold Schwarzenegger. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of…
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"Carey Mulligan"
This week: the unstoppable Carey Mulligan. Girls and boys, barfing in bed, imposter syndrome, and a surprise visit. Don’t get Carey’d away– it’s SmartLess!…
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"Emma Stone"
Actor and web-designer Emma Stone joins us this week to discuss poignant topics like Albert Einstein, The Spice Girls, and the cure for hiccups. Get tattoos…
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"Ronan Farrow"
Pop-out your Invisalign, it’s time for tinned sardines with Ronan Farrow, yo. Absolute truths, wheat germ, crucibles of tabloid BS, and interactions with other…
SmartLess"Taika Waititi"
Take it easy— we’ve got Taika Waititi. So toss your hot socks and be careful what you name your kids… it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM…
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"Stephen Curry"
It’s all-net this week: sleep secrets, tall guys, and maybe even a BLT on white bread. You need not worry… we’ve got Stephen Curry. Subscribe to SiriusXM…
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"Michael Stipe"
It’s a Shiny-Happy-Podcast with R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe on the mic. Default veganism, relocation by earthquake, the confidence of youth, and walking like a…
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"Marshawn Lynch"
Marshawn Lynch, ka-pow! Beast Mode on the microphone Justified haiku Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole…
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"John McEnroe"
This week: millionaire stringers, Father Clock, Pickleball, and a 10 pound bag of Chex Mix. Let’s lose it on the 9th hole with Johnny Mac… on an all-new…
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"Rachel Maddow"
Grab your CPAP… we’re state-side for a quinceañera with Rachel Maddow. Who’s using the haircut today? Cameos from Alan Dershowitz and Insane Clown Posse? On…
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"Peyton Manning"
This week we give Peyton Manning the runaround on a tee time. Football vs. fútbol, sport vs. game, and a handicap in 25 words or less. The Sheriff is here… on…
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"Paul Simon"
Hello SmartLess, my old friend- we’ve come to talk with you again. We’ve got diamonds on the soles of our pod this week, baby angels; It’s Paul Simon. And when…
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"Bill Simmons"
We go head-to-head with the wise and opinionated Bill Simmons (podcaster, sportswriter, cultural critic, founder of The RInger). And yes, we go deep: Jason…
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"Lars Ulrich"
This week, it’s bread balls, zero-glide potential, protein shakes, and tofu… with tennis player turned rock legend, Lars Ulrich of Metallica. Welcome to…
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"Matthew McConaughey"
Matthew McConaughey: Take 2. We get the legend back on the pod for a second time… and this time, we actually record an episode. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+…
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"Kara Swisher"
Relish this dish, an ep not to squish… espesh hackers, crackers, and phishers. Ladies and gents, it’s our guest Kara Swisher. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+…
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"Willem Dafoe"
Animal husbandry, Wisconsin, the craft of acting, and most importantly, the craft of being a good human being. Welcome to da show with Willem Dafoe. This…
SmartLess“Jimmy Kimmel: LIVE in Los Angeles”
Night Nurse Jimmy Kimmel prepares our warm milk and rocks our 6-City-Tour to beddybyeeeeee, LIVE from Los Angeles. (Recorded Feb. 12, 2022) Subscribe to…
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"Jen Psaki"
Press room’s graceful guide, Jen Psaki’s words, truth and tide, Wisdom flows inside. Welcome to an all-new-HaikuLess. This episode was recorded on July 11…
SmartLess"Kevin Hart: LIVE in Los Angeles"
We Hart LA… LIVE with Kevin Hart. (Recorded Feb. 12, 2022) Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week…
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"Rose Byrne"
Stop and smell the Roses, but don’t get Byrne’t by the molten lava of sheer podcast excellence - we’ve got Rose Byrne on the horn this week! Et voilà! It’s an…
SmartLess“Matt Damon (and Tracey!) LIVE in Madison”
This week Matt-is-on from Madison… Matt Damon, that is (with a quick visit from Tracey) comin’ atcha LIVE from Wisconsin. (Recorded Feb. 09, 2022) Subscribe to…
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"Jessica Chastain"
We’re serving up poached pears with sweet potato ice cream as we slow-roast with the great Jessica Chastain. So kick off your boots, sit back, and relax for…
SmartLess"Mark Cuban: LIVE in Chicago"
Mark Cuban sends us to business school, LIVE in Chicago. (Recorded on Feb 08, 2022) Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess…
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"Paul Giamatti"
All’s well that end-swell with the illustrious Paul Giamatti. Moth protection, boxing tips, the Hummus Diet, and everything in-between (colonoscopies need not…
SmartLess"Andy Richter: LIVE in Chicago”
It’s hard to find a descriptor… for the delights of Andy Richter. (Recorded on February 08, 2022) Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of…
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"Greta Gerwig"
Greta Gerwig joins us from atop a Fire Station on this scorching summer morn. We chat in-depth about the importance of le cinéma: ‘un-fussy filmmaking,’…
SmartLess"AOC: LIVE in Brooklyn"
We sat down in Brooklyn with the lovely Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to talk Harry Potter, edible gummies, and Sean For President. (Recorded on Feb 05, 2022)…
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"Steven Soderbergh"
A shot, a line, a transition, an idea, a font, anything. It’s Bolivian spirit dealer and ‘the Taylor Swift of Cinema,’ a.k.a. Steven Soderbergh… on an all-new…
SmartLess"David Letterman: LIVE in Brooklyn"
We went to Brooklyn and sat down with both David Letterman and his sidekick (The Beard) for a hell of a chat n’ giggle. (Recorded on Feb 05, 2022) Subscribe to…
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"Danny McBride"
This week we’ve got the Mayor of Laughland coming to us live from Charleston: Mr. Danny McBride. We discuss vacation climaxes, filming still photos, flying…
SmartLess"MIT Professor Max Tegmark: LIVE in Boston"
Find out more about mechanical cats doing Cats on Broadway… with our esteemed surprise guest: physicist, cosmologist, and machine-learning researcher Max…
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"Tom Holland"
Happy 3rd Birthday, SmartLess! On another trip around the sun, a limerick for our guest: There once was a lad named Tom Holland, Who graced a podcast, all…
SmartLess“Conan O’Brien: LIVE in Boston”
We had a wicked pissah with "the opposite of Tom Brady" a.k.a. Conan O'Brien. (Recorded on February 04, 2022) Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new…
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"Idris Elba"
This week we have a world-famous DJ, undefeated kickboxer, land-speed record holder at 180 mph in a Bentley on a sandy beach, and occasional actor… it's Idris…
SmartLess“Will Ferrell: LIVE in Washington DC”
We met the exotic big cat named Will Ferrell in our country's capital... and we let him out of his cage. (Recorded on February 02, 2022) Subscribe to SiriusXM…
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"Simon Pegg"
We fit a round Pegg in a round pod with this week’s guest, the incredible Simon Pegg. Agent Lorenzo Zoil rolls through, we coyly kiss Carrie Fisher’s poster…
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"Jennifer Garner"
“When’s the last time you dealt with a parabola?” is one of the many questions we explore with the lovely Jennifer Garner. So grab your scrunchy, sit back, and…
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"Pedro Pascal"
Pull over and turn the car off— it’s “the ultimate Daddy” a.k.a. Pedro Pascal, stuck in an empty interrogation room with us. This week includes a Pinochet…
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"Kaley Cuoco"
A haiku for Kaley Cuoco: Comedy's delight, Kaley's wit ignites laughter, Podcast joy takes flight. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. Subscribe to…
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“Depeche Mode”
We speak & spell with Dave Gahan and Martin Gore of [the French fashion magazine] Depeche Mode. Truly, we just can’t get enough from these gents— from soccer…
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"Matthew Rhys"
Open a bottle of beer with a key and grab a fire poker, we’ve got Matthew Rhys on the horn this week. We sit down with the intelligent yet dashing yet wise yet…
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"Paul Anka"
Drink some olive oil with a squeeze of lemon – it’s Paul Anka Day! We’re at the end of the Canadian quota, as Paul teaches us about The Rat Pack, The Mob, and…
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"Bill Hader"
Things we discuss with the insanely talented Bill Hader: Portal-to-portal A hat on a hat Pot roast for breakfast Nut allergies How high can you jump? Did your…
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"The Russo Brothers"
The bread market is skyrocketing this week at a dollar a slice and 50 cents for the heels, ‘cause we’ve got Anthony and Joseph Russo on the poddy. We learn how…
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"Joaquin Phoenix"
“Whatever happens is a part of it, and it’s ok.” Well it’s more than ‘ok’ this week, and we’re not just jokering around… it’s Joaquin Phoenix comin’ to us from…
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"Simon Le Bon"
Put on your smokey-eye and come out from behind the soda machine, because we’ve got a le-bona-fide rock star on our hands this week, with Simon Le Bon of Duran…
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"Rob Lowe"
How lowe can we go? Yeah, it’s Rob Lowe. So grab your lollipop and wait in line for three hours… it’s an all-new SmartLess. Please support us by supporting our…
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"Ben Affleck"
Ben Affleck comes to us from his lair to let down his hair, talk about Air, splitting incomes as a pair, how long-lasting friendships are rare, and filmmaking…
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"Keanu Reeves"
We welcome fellow goalie “cool breeze over the mountains” a.k.a. Keanu Reeves to the show to discuss sellin’ cornflakes, workin’ on workin, and the results of…