
"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 laugh... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 344 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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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 with your whole family… Welcome to HairLess [scratch that] an all-new SmartLess.
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We're off to the races with Kris Jenner. School, Social, Smooch, Smart Cookies, and meeting a Mint Julip. Re-enroll in home-school, because 'nobody’s going on the internet,' …in another mind-bending alternate reality that is [in some intimate regions... more
We’re living in a wonder-world with the great Brian Cox. Tempura salad, resting bewildered face, and doing it like a goose. Is it the AC? Nope. It’s an all-new SmartLess.
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2 stars for 2 white men talking over their guests. Jason & Will should take notes from Sean… he listens to guests and asks provoking questions. I wanted to like this pod, but find myself rolling my eyes the whole time. Hard listen.
As the title reads longtime listener, huge fan of the show, always good for a laugh.
Will, bravo, Is This Thing On was so good and I really hope you play more roles like this. It was like you playing Will Arnett in an alternate universe.
Pretty sure I was the only person laughing out loud when Sean and his partner were in the kitchen to smash some ice cream in the middle of the night, and I loved the Liverpool shirt. Nods to who you are outside of your character are neat.
Most of the episodes are good. The funnier the better. Wasn’t a fan of the Brian Cox episode, though I know he is an amazing actor. He just was bursting with anger it seemed. Not the smartness vibe I enjoy. Also I would love more episodes with female guests.
Love you most of the time!!!
I have listened for a few years. Watched the live series on HBO.. your dynamics draw us in.
Will, just watched Is This Thing On… so raw. Your performance was incredible. It was an example of real life, every day issues. Ugh I am filled with emotions. Anyway.
Love you guys thank you for everything!!!
Loved the interview but 😂
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A witty, conversational show that brings together a rotating roster of high-profile guests—predominantly actors, comedians, musicians, and entertainers—for candid, humorous, and often revealing chats with a tight-knit trio of hosts. Episodes balance personal stories, career insights, and pop-culture banter, delivering accessible, entertaining conversations that frequently blend professional mentorship moments with lighthearted mischief. Noteworthy is the mix of big-name stars with genuine, off-the-cuff dialogue, creating a warm, familiar atmosphere that appeals to listeners who enjoy humor, career anecdotes, and cultural commentary in roughly equal measure.
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Recent guests on SmartLess include:
1. Brian Cox
2. Chris Hemsworth
3. Margot Robbie
4. Jon Hamm
5. Andrew Huberman
6. Charli XCX
7. Leanne Morgan
8. Charles Thompson
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