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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
SmartLess"Johnny Knoxville"
Welcome to another episode of JackLess: PJ teaches us how to be brave, Jason gets a new operating system, Will shamelessly promotes, and Sean finally tells us…
SmartLess“Michael Moore”
It’s time for a Canadian strip-search this week: we have Michael Moore on the pod. And when it comes to this episode description, clearly less is Moore…
SmartLess“David Byrne”
We’re SmartLess, so things Stopped Making Sense a while ago… but it’s David Byrne, people! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of…
SmartLess"Kathryn Hahn"
First we cross Jordan then head to Serbia and Greece with the ultra-talented Kathryn Hahn. Kathryn makes us giggle uncontrollably, Will critiques Jason’s…
SmartLess“Barry Sonnenfeld”
Barry Sonnenfeld, call your mother! The game-changing Director and Cinematographer joins us this week to teach us the rules: don’t have surgery on your knee…
SmartLess"Woody Harrelson"
We dive into trash bags with Woody Harrelson, who comes to us live from Winnipeg. We explore Woody’s life and career, we get our first ‘random listener’…
SmartLess"Will Forte"
In the words of Will Forte, "It's almost too much for your eyes and ears to handle." Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess…
SmartLess"Jimmy Fallon"
The host with the most Mr. Jimmy Fallon teleports to us from NYC. Jimmy takes over Lorne's office, he describes his new show about jellies, and teaches us how…
SmartLess"Sandra Bullock"
Sandra Bullock speeds over for this week’s episode. Sandra teaches us German, Jason probes her on charcuterie, Will auditions for her new marketing campaign…
SmartLess"Dave Grohl"
The pod’s like a house of mud-wrestlers this week when Dave Grohl rolls on through. We learn how to live on corn dogs, we discover there’s another Tracy out…
SmartLess"Halle Berry"
We are surprised this week by the amazingly talented Halle Berry. Actor, director, activist, and mother, Halle joins us to discuss her directing debut, her…
SmartLess“Dr. Vivek Murthy”
This week we welcome our nation’s doctor, The United States Surgeon General. Dr. Murthy blesses us with his wisdom across light topics of discussion, like…
SmartLess"Jerry Seinfeld"
Aspiring Little League coach Jerry Seinfeld joins us this week to talk about the History of the Pop-Tart and the power of “No, thank you.” So splash some water…
SmartLess"Tom Hanks"
We are very T.Hankful this week, with surprise guest Tom Hanks. Tom renames the show “HelpLess,” Sean practices his critically-recognized hosting prowess, and…
SmartLess"Joe Buck"
We go Buck wild with strong-shouldered sports commentator Joe Buck. From dads to daddy issues and hair transplants to high-intensity potty breaks, we run the…
SmartLess"Chelsea Handler"
Handler!? You hardly even knew 'er! But now you're gonna, on a wild ride through pinky rings, $2000 cab rides, and nasal swabs on first dates... with none…
SmartLess"David Remnick"
Why is David Remnick always so cold? He’s surrounded by drafts. Editor of The New Yorker and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer David Remnick joins us this week to…
SmartLess"Jeff Daniels"
This wonderful week brings us thespian-extraordinaire Jeff Daniels. We deep-dive on craft, hear about collaborators from Sorkin to Cagney to Forman, and the…
SmartLess"Jon Stewart"
Day bartender and Egyptian silk connoisseur Jon Stewart joins us for a chat. Comedian, writer, director, and television host, Jon shares so much with us, from…
SmartLess"Ken Burns"
We are blessed to have Ken Burns sit down with us this week. Ken clears up the rumors about George Washington’s wooden teeth and teaches us how much sap it…
SmartLess"Tiffany Haddish"
Actor and comedian Tiffany Haddish sits down with us on 'opportunity day.' She tells about growing up in South Central Los Angeles and her journey to the…
SmartLess"Fred Armisen"
Our hombre Fred Armisen comes to us via satellite uplink on another extra-special episode in Podland, USA. The hijinks never end, with Will & Sean making a…
SmartLess“Sean Penn”
Yo, folks– it’s Sean Penn. Humanitarian, actor, director, writer, and surfer, Sean Penn joins us for a chat and a smoke break. We discuss his new film, his old…
SmartLess"Octavia Spencer"
We are blessed by our guest Octavia Spencer this week. Octavia is an Academy Award winning actor, producer, and author, and the first black actress to receive…
SmartLess"Daniel Ricciardo"
Formula One race car driver Daniel Ricciardo cruises through to talk with the gang, discussing everything from Daniel’s water weight management system to…
SmartLess"Tony Hawk"
We shred some serious pod this week with the raddest dude of all: Tony Hawk. Tony teaches the newbs proper parlance, tells us about his foundation The…
SmartLess"J.J. Abrams"
We’re surprised and delighted this fine Monday… by Mr. J.J. Abrams. This wildly creative filmmaker and musician gives us an hour inside his brain. We’re…
SmartLess"Joy Reid"
Joy Reid blesses us with her magical presence on this week’s episode of ChairPod SmartArm. Joy is host of MSNBC's "The ReidOut," and (this just in…) a…
SmartLess"Ryan Reynolds"
The super-handsome, ultra-talented, and mildly-funny Ryan Reynolds joins us this week on the show. We go deep with the double-R, from stocking shelves…
SmartLess"LeBron James"
It's been a whole year, gang. Happy Anniversary... and we love you so damn much it hurts. Also, we found this guy named LeBron James and we went ahead and…
SmartLess"Elizabeth Banks"
The incred Elizabeth Banks joins us this week from Ireland. Elizabeth is an actor, director, writer, producer, and all-around baller. She teaches us about…
SmartLess"José Andrés"
We've got electrolyte-specialist José Andrés on the horn this week for episode numero 50. World-changing Chef, Restauranteur, and Generous Human, José teaches…
SmartLess"David Cross"
Our dear old pal David Cross (comedian, actor, writer, director) jumps into the jacuzzi with us this week. We discuss jail stories, a love for lamp posts, the…
SmartLess"Justin Theroux"
Our knockaround guy from the old neighborhood, Mr. Justin Theroux, arrives wearing two t-shirts, and departs in only one. Justin is an actor, writer, artist…
SmartLess"Rob McElhenney"
Golf-buddy Rob McElhenney zips in for some hoots and hollers in Podville, USA. Rob is an actor, writer, director, producer... and co-owner of Wrexham…
SmartLess"Mitch Hurwitz"
The ultra-hydrated Mitch Hurwitz (writer, producer, creator of Arrested Development) rolls on through, teaching us a variety of skills that range from…
SmartLess"Jake Tapper"
Mr. Jake Tapper surprises & delights us this week. Journalist, CNN lead anchor, author, cartoonist, and cardio-enthusiast, Jake shares workout secrets and his…
SmartLess"Zach Galifianakis"
Zach Galifianakis is upon us. From deep within the Canadian wilderness, this bearded golden-cherub with gorgeously flowing locks helps us see into the future…
SmartLess"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…
SmartLess"Gwyneth Paltrow"
The group goes Goop this week with the one-and-only Gwyneth Paltrow. Academy Award winning actor, mom, author, businesswoman, and lover of bone broth, G.P…
SmartLess"Amy Sedaris"
We are surprised this week by our dear friend, and one of the most hilarious people on the entire planet, Amy Sedaris. She discusses her favorite golf…
SmartLess"Jessica Meir"
Jessica Meir is truly out of this world. NASA astronaut, marine biologist, physiologist, and role-model-for-all, Jessica joins us this week and shows us how to…
SmartLess"Bob Odenkirk"
We welcome writer, director, actor, and now fight-trained action hero Bob Odenkirk to the show for a strut down the promenade of life. Bob tells us about…
SmartLess"Ted Sarandos"
The gents are thrilled to host their dear friend and boss on the pod this week: Mr. Ted Sarandos (Co-CEO and Chief Content Officer for Netflix). They talk…
SmartLess"Stephen Colbert"
This week we take a wild ride through the brain of Mr. Stephen Colbert (host, comedian, pro skier). The gang examines Jason's 'pleasant hostility,' Stephen's…
SmartLess"W. Kamau Bell"
We are joined this week by Mr. W. Kamau Bell, television host and stand-up comic, and wicked smart dude. He tells us about the birds and the bees, when to…
SmartLess"Brad Paisley"
The incredibly talented Brad Paisley shares his perfect blend of country and comedy while we all blush with a crush. "I'm takin' my baby out into this…
SmartLess"George Clooney"
George Clooney joins us this week for a hurricane of tears... of joy. Between his ridiculous horseplay and profound, prolific involvement in human rights…
SmartLess"Awkwafina"
We are joined this week by the wonderful Awkwafina. She happens to be an expert on the 1999 filmic masterwork: 'Love Stinks' and we're proud to explore these…
SmartLess"David Sinclair"
Included in the Time 100 as one of the hundred most influential people in the world, David Sinclair parachutes in to learn us some things. Dr. Sinclair is an…
SmartLess"Billie Eilish & Finneas O'Connell"
Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell are our esteemed first-time-ever Duo Guests in Podland, USA. Welcome to SmartLess, friends. Please keep all arms and limbs…
SmartLess"Judd Apatow"
Female ice-skating protégé Judd Apatow flies-in to this week's podisode. Wait, hang on. Ok, we're learning now that he’s actually a director. And he also…
SmartLess"Darius Rucker"
Mr. Darius Rucker (singer, songwriter, inspiration) jumps into this week's episode with an apropos hand-held mic. From his Hootie & The Blowfish days and all…
SmartLess"Sam Harris"
The gang takes a journey through the mind of Sam Harris. Sam is a neuroscientist and philosopher who writes and lectures around the world. He is also a teacher…
SmartLess"Julia Louis-Dreyfus"
The exquisite and incomparable Julia Louis-Dreyfus joins us this week on the show. Recipient of the Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, Julia…
SmartLess"Bryan Cranston"
Bryan Cranston, aka 'the man with two fake-fingers,' joins us this week for some jolification on the pod. An unbelievable talent on-screen and behind the…
SmartLess"Martin Short"
Strap on / strap in for one of the funniest men in all the land, Martin Short. He joins us this week to start-off the year with billowy laughs, his own…
SmartLess"Megan Rapinoe"
Megan Rapinoe (professional soccer player / international warrior) kicks-off the week on another wonderful pod with the fellas, and a final toast to 2020…
SmartLess"James Corden"
The electrical & incredible James Corden joins us this week for a true gentlemens' sit-down and a journey through the brain of a real talent, who's usually on…
SmartLess"Ron Howard"
The great Mr. Ron Howard joins us this week on the wonderpod. (Let us not forget his wildly formative films like Willow, Cocoon, Splash, A Beautiful Mind, and…