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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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Walk the Wok and let’s celebrate: it’s future MMA fighter Stephen Colbert. The blackout days, beepers & lovely melon, plus shirts v. skins on Mt. Everest. “A little knowledge is a dangerous thing,” …on the 300th correct-isode of SmartLess.

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Tornado-warning: it’s Elle Fanning. The Number 5, Imagination vs. Reality, the Power, and a real-life baby. We all love each other, blah blah blah… on another gorgeously fresh new epiz of SmartLess.

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We walk the tightrope with Maggie Gyllenhaal. Come explore the edges of the mind: stacking wood, eating avocados, bird watching, and what is exercise? It’s fake learning for real… an all-new SmartLess.

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Heat up your pizza-pocket: it’s Cillian Murphy. We talk law, rock n’ roll, instinct, energy over perfection, and making ends MEAT. Welcome to The Circus Of The Unemployable …on an all-new SmartLess.

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Recent Guests

Stephen Colbert
Television host, comedian
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS)
Episode: "Stephen Colbert"
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Director and actor, daughter of writer-directors
Filmmaker (The Bride, The Lost Daughter)
Episode: "Maggie Gyllenhaal"
Cillian Murphy
Actor known for Peaky Blinders, 28 Days Later; has a background in theater and film
Episode: "Cillian Murphy"
Kris Jenner
Entrepreneur and media personality, mother and manager of the Kardashians
Kardashian/Jenner family brand
Episode: "Kris Jenner"
Brian Cox
Award-winning actor and director
Independent projects (Glenrothan)
Episode: "Brian Cox"
Will Arnett
Actor and guest on Staying Alive
Collaborator on This Thing On; Will Arnett on Staying Alive
Episode: STAYING ALIVE: Will Arnett, Part 1!
Chris Hemsworth
Australian actor, known for playing Thor in Marvel films
Marvel Studios
Episode: "Chris Hemsworth"
Margot Robbie
Acclaimed actress and producer known for her roles in films like 'Wolf of Wall Street' and 'Barbie'
LuckyChap Entertainment
Episode: "Margot Robbie"
Jon Hamm
Acclaimed actor known for his role in Mad Men.
AMC
Episode: "RE-RELEASE: Jon Hamm"

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 103.2k ratings
  • Ethan Hawke

    First of all, I absolutely love your podcast, it’s my happy drug. In regards to my comment I think it was this episode where Will mentioned wearing a BJM T-shirt, we have seen them a few times live and they are awesome, and I wanted to tell Will to check out the movie Dig if he hasn’t seen it already. Great movie.

    Love from 🇨🇦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catjacknwt
    Canada3 days ago
  • Colbert For 300th Episode?

    I've been with this since the HBO Doc and it's been a pod staple until the last year or so. I find myself fast-forwarding through the opening banter or ignoring it. Can't put my finger on what changed but it's often boring and muddled. I haven't been excited by a guest in some time (although, surprisingly, Kris Jenner gave a great interview and I learned things about her I did not know). Seems like depending on how high-profile the guest, these 3 tend to interrupt, ask bad questions and miss the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Brian Gerardi
    United States3 days ago
  • Need to bring back your buddies

    You guys need to start bringing back your good friends for second visits even if they have nothing to promote. The John Krasinski episode is such an all-time great because it’s so clear that you guys are just wrapping out about old stories when you were coming up together. I know the podcast has reached such a size that people want to come on to promote their stuff even if they don’t know you three very well but every once in a while, just bring a buddy on. And bs about nothing in particular. Lo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJDaJett
    United States5 days ago
  • Adore this podcast

    But Kris Jenner? Sort of disappointed as I think you are all so much more intelligent, witty and creative than that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A.Dapple
    United States7 days ago
  • Sean’s Laugh

    The dynamic between the 3 men is so much fun to witness and the guests are great but, honestly, I listen just to hear Sean’s laugh. 🤣

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zoosk90874
    United States8 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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"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.
"Cillian Murphy"
Q: What has sustained you through the fallow periods in your career, and how did collaborators help keep you sane?
He recounts maintaining creativity with theater collaborations and plays with a friend, using those projects to stay grounded and connected to the craft during quieter periods.
"Cillian Murphy"
Q: Cillian, how did you decide to pursue theater over law, and what was the moment you realized acting was the path?
He describes a natural inclination to perform from a young age and a realization during a Cork City theater encounter after an early interest in law—choosing to take the stage seriously and follow that instinct rather than completing a law degree.

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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. Stephen Colbert
2. Maggie Gyllenhaal
3. Cillian Murphy
4. Kris Jenner
5. Brian Cox
6. Will Arnett
7. Chris Hemsworth
8. Margot Robbie

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