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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.

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Update frequency
every 5 days
Average duration
53 minutes
Episodes
303
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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"David Leitch"

Fill up your airbag and lather yourself in fire-gel, it’s David Leitch. We discuss the literal and figurative pratfalls of the industry— cherry picking, Culver City for Tokyo, and of course: pickleba…

00:57:03  |   Mon 19 May 2025

"RE-RELEASE: 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 blast out a quick pod with her GPS ankle-br…

00:44:57  |   Thu 15 May 2025

"Pete Buttigieg"

Snap a flare off - it’s Mr. Pete Buttigieg. We talk trucks, fish, the WWE, rush-delivery marriage, and a cottage industry of custom homemade nail polish. What time did you eat your first M&M today? I…

01:04:02  |   Mon 12 May 2025

"Pam Abdy & Mike De Luca"

We are joined by Pam Abdy and Mike De Luca (Co-Chairs and CEOs of Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group) from not one, but two offices. Air travel protocols, a big dark room with a bunch of strangers, an…

01:03:20  |   Mon 05 May 2025
INTRODUCING: Staying Alive with Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally

INTRODUCING: Staying Alive with Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally

Welcome to Staying Alive, a new comedic health and wellness podcast from Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally, two comedians, best friends, and hosts of TV’s 101 Places To Party Before You Die. These two love t…

00:09:05  |   Tue 29 Apr 2025

"Paul Rudd"

Pull out your ham glazing kit, it’s Paul Rudd. Forensics, a death in the audience, and the best WiFi in town. Are they hocks? They can be. It’s an all-new SmartLess.

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00:49:26  |   Mon 28 Apr 2025

"Amy Poehler"

Well, well, well… it’s Amy Poehler. How did you start in comedy? Do you like TV and Movies? Let’s bundle it. Benvenuti… al duecentocinquantesimo.

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01:03:30  |   Mon 21 Apr 2025
SmartLess Presents ClueLess! 145 - Do Not Pass Go! (w/ Scotty Icenogle)

SmartLess Presents ClueLess! 145 - Do Not Pass Go! (w/ Scotty Icenogle)

On this special Monopoly-themed episode of ClueLess, host Elliott Kalan and constant contestant Sean Hayes invite Sean’s husband Scotty Icenogle to play a new game where the instructions are very sim…

00:22:00  |   Thu 17 Apr 2025

"Jeff Goldblum"

Unhinge your jaw, it’s Jeff Goldblum. Jazz, urgency, true happiness, and ducks going to Moscow. Leave your kids with their helper, they’re good people. It’s a podcast; it’s called SmartLess.

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00:58:38  |   Mon 14 Apr 2025

"RE-RELEASE: Neil deGrasse Tyson"

The guys are surprised by renowned astrophysicist, planetary scientist and author, Neil deGrasse Tyson. Neil teaches the guys about the wonders of the universe, the concept of infinity, the power of …

00:46:22  |   Thu 10 Apr 2025
Conan O’Brien Wants Jason Bateman to Be His Friend

Conan O’Brien Wants Jason Bateman to Be His Friend

Jason recently joined Conan on his podcast “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” to talk about everything from the intense pressures of child acting to the iconic actor who wanted to play him in the "Arrest…

00:04:37  |   Tue 08 Apr 2025

"Maria Shriver"

It’s the first day of your friendship… with Maria Shriver. Topics include: airline food, emotional sobriety, throwing and going, how to stay engaged and not be mean, and Sean offers to explain what a…

00:54:19  |   Mon 07 Apr 2025

"Elton John & Brandi Carlile"

We surely do believe in angels— it’s Elton John & Brandi Carlile. Teleprompters in therapy, Joni’s living room, and the 250-pound mushroom. No more kissing; it’s an all-new SmartLess.

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00:47:29  |   Mon 31 Mar 2025

"John Lithgow"

Every once in a while we class it up over here: John Lithgow. Acting by osmosis, figuring out the funny, a wizard dog, and a witch with a pizza. Excuse me sir, is this your ID? It’s an all-new SmartL…

01:01:17  |   Mon 24 Mar 2025
SmartLess Presents ClueLess! 137 - Word Workout (w/ Jeff Max)

SmartLess Presents ClueLess! 137 - Word Workout (w/ Jeff Max)

On this episode of ClueLess, host Elliott Kalan and constant contestant Sean Hayes invite Sean’s good friend Jeff Max to hit the gym for Word Workout! Each of the words we give you wants to slim down…

00:15:19  |   Thu 20 Mar 2025

"Adam Scott"

Oh My Goodness: it’s Adam Scott. Black-out curtains, a ’68 Rambler, homonymous encounters, and “what is it about your wife that drives you crazy?” Sleep with your eyes open… on an all-new SmartLess. …

00:54:41  |   Mon 17 Mar 2025

"RE-RELEASE: John Mulaney"

As John Mulaney always says: “sugar goes into this body.” This week’s guest gets deep about his former tag crew, hypnotism, and proper swaddle technique. Plus Sean pitches a new compost idea.

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00:56:57  |   Thu 13 Mar 2025

"Millie Bobby Brown"

Everyone’s turning 21 this week with Millie Bobby Brown. Accentgate, a cautionary tale, exposed bacteria ports, and Dads. Coyotes are terrified of donkeys… on an all-new SmartLess.

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00:59:49  |   Mon 10 Mar 2025

"Jelly Roll"

Mama didn’t raise no fool this week, folks; it’s Jelly Roll. Incarceration, the need to write music, and the Nobody Cries Alone Policy. Put on your shower-shoes and go for the heat package… it’s an a…

01:04:52  |   Mon 03 Mar 2025

"Bill Burr"

It’s a point of contention already… with our guest Bill Burr. A soliloquy, much needed advice to plumbers, and underground hockey conspiracy theories. Does your dog need Prozac, or do you? It’s an al…

00:55:56  |   Mon 24 Feb 2025
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