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"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

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Don’t have a cow, man: it’s Jonah Hill... LIVE at the Avalon. Radio from space, teenagers in Hollywood, cool neighbors, and San Diego. “You couldn’t shake funny if you tried,” on an all-new SmartLess (btw did we say LIVE!?).

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Recent Guests

Kareem Rahma
Comedian, artist, and media entrepreneur from Egypt currently based in New York
Subway Takes host; Keep the Meter Running creator
Episode: "Kareem Rahma"
Jonah Hill
Actor and filmmaker, known for collaborations with Judd Apatow, Scorsese, and others
Actor/Director
Episode: "Jonah Hill LIVE"
Colin Jost
Weekend Update anchor, SNL writer/actor
Saturday Night Live
Episode: "Colin Jost"
Nick Kroll
Actor/Comedian known for Big Mouth and Kroll Show
Netflix (Big Mouth)
Episode: "Nick Kroll"
Aubrey Plaza
Actress and producer, known for Parks and Recreation and Emily the Criminal
Episode: "Aubrey Plaza"
Amanda Peet
Actor, Writer, Producer
The Chair, Netflix
Episode: "Amanda Peet"
Charlie Day
Actor, writer, musician; long-running TV creator and star
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Horrible Bosses, I Want You Back
Episode: "RE-RELEASE: Charlie Day"
Stephen Colbert
Television host, comedian
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS)
Episode: "Stephen Colbert"
Elle Fanning
Actor
Llewellyn Pictures (production collaboration with Dakota Fanning)
Episode: "Elle Fanning"

Hosts

Jason Bateman
Host of SmartLess; actor and producer with broad experience in comedy and drama
Sean Hayes
Host of SmartLess; actor and comedian known for blending humor with candid conversations
Will Arnett
Host of SmartLess; comedian and actor with a penchant for playful banter

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 103.5k ratings
  • Dog ****

    Loved these guys in arrested development but man this podcast is not funny or interesting at all.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Chris Theodore
    United States15 days ago
  • Light and fun

    Podcast Addict
    5
    IMFLETCHER
    16 days ago
  • Same Jokes, No Interview

    This podcast feels like an endless loop of Jason Bateman and Will Arnett recycling the same jokes and laughing at themselves. Meanwhile, Sean Hayes is stuck with the thankless job of trying to conduct a real interview—only to be cut off every time it starts to get interesting. Guests end up as background noise in what’s basically an overindulgent inside joke.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    palejadg
    United States17 days ago
  • Stop fat shaming Sean

    I used to love listening to this but it has become more of a roast session and less of learning about the guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Veganbigmac
    United States17 days ago
  • OMG…LOL

    Think of me when you hold it! What a way to end an episode. Hilarious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CS1973CS
    United States17 days ago

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Listeners enjoy the humor and camaraderie among the hosts, often noting authentic guest conversations as a strength.
Critiques frequently target pacing or interruptions during guest segments.
Some episodes polarize listeners, with criticisms about interview depth or balance with guests.
Positive feedback highlights standout guests and the dynamic energy between hosts.

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"Jonah Hill LIVE"
Q: How did you transition from MTV/early roles to big Hollywood projects?
Hill explains the importance of formative collaborations (like Judd Apatow) and the momentum created by standout roles, which opened doors to directing and high-profile films.
"Amanda Peet"
Q: What inspired Amanda Peet to pursue writing and produce her own work?
She talks about the support from her husband and surrounding community, plus how working on projects like The Chair demonstrated the value of taking control over a project from development to production.
"Stephen Colbert"
Q: Do you miss the old character-based show, or do you prefer where you are now?
He says he appreciates both phases but finds more freedom and honesty in the current, less performative format, though he still respects the craft of the earlier character work.
"Stephen Colbert"
Q: What was your approach to writing and producing the monologue in the early days and during COVID?
He describes a collaborative but disciplined process, using a team and late-breaking inputs to shape the national conversation while maintaining a balance between timely topics and universal humor.
"Stephen Colbert"
Q: How did you transition from the Colbert character to hosting as yourself on The Late Show?
Colbert explains that he initially stayed in character but realized he needed to explore being himself to connect more honestly with the audience, which led to changing his approach and embracing a more conversational hosting style.

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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. Kareem Rahma
2. Jonah Hill
3. Colin Jost
4. Nick Kroll
5. Aubrey Plaza
6. Amanda Peet
7. Charlie Day
8. Stephen Colbert

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