"SmartLess" with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life... more
It’s our bestie Laura Linney, here to collab on a brand new t-shirt idea. We discuss a cleaned-up chicken coop,... more
Will joined Ted and Woody on their new podcast “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson... more
Let us introduce you to our newest friend Jimmy Flau, a.k.a. James McAvoy. Come along for the orange of... more
Our white whale Mr. Howard Stern joins us LIVE in The Hamptons. An amuse-bouche, a sit-down-Jimmy, two glass eyes, and... more
No stranger to having a laugh: Mr. Ted Danson joins us for chili… and the silliness of men. Psoriasis commercials,... more
"Forget about that whole authentic thing," it’s Michael Keaton. The practicality of a Ferrari, puppets, good fortune, and an obscure... more
This week: Jared Leto’s first podcast. We free dive into the unknown, exploring fundamentals like brotherhood, the great caves, a... more
Rashida Jones joins us this week, donning her dad’s pink headphones. Agenda items include: the massage bus, a tanning booth,... more
It’s Nikki Glaser and she’s here to stay. Roasts, recycled jokes, existential dread, anonymity, goal lists, and Dave Matthews. “Did... more
This week: the guy behind the guy, Mr. Vince Vaughn. We deep-dive on a bevy of topics, from respecting the... more
Biology major Lisa Kudrow is here to teach. We dive into the deep end: getting fired, getting fired-up, cluster headaches,... more
It’s a miraco: we’ve got Mike Tirico, who opens up his gym bag and trains us on the sport of... more
Untuck your button-down; it’s Nate Bargatze. We discover the wonders of Magic, the Easter Bunny, a KFC-catered family reunion, and... more
It’s the great Henry Winkler! A leaf-blower, chocolate jewelry, the Limbo for self-esteem, the FBI, and being a complete human... more
This week we teleport Andy Samberg from his massage parlor. A name-change, one ‘song-thing,’ kids having kids, and the Rashomon... more
It’s another birthday in a Ferrari with Mr. Jeremy Renner. Theoretical studies include: chutzpah, surrender, divine intervention, and the perfect... more
Let’s get this poddy started with the incomparable John Williams. We get fortissimo with the great maestro, from escape velocity... more
We’re plonked in the Black Sea with the lovely Daisy Ridley. A cheeky pint, a modest Olympian, and an airport... more
Our good man John Goodman joins us this week to explore human feelings, sexy indifference, and, of course, dinner theater.... more
Hop on your underwater moped, because Trevor Noah joins us this week to talk about thread count, a pocket of... more
Grab your tights and ballet shoes; we’ve got David Beckham! Teamwork, Ownership, Family… and the difference between football, soccer, and... more
This week we fly-in the amazing Sarah Paulson, with whom we explore and examine the nooks and crannies of an... more
Double the power, double the math; for our 200th episode, it’s double-trouble with Steve Martin and Martin Short. The talk-show... more
On our first triple-guest podisode, we let our pal President Biden bring along two friends, Former Presidents Barack Obama and... more
This week we host Mr. John Francis Bongiovi Jr, also occasionally known as Jon Bon Jovi. The chicken or the... more
We go in the weeds with Larry David on critical items: dinner parties, romance novels, The Golden Rule, Halloween… and... more
Watch out, folks— it’s Don Cheadle, a.k.a. “Donchalant.” What is Jazz? Did Don have a good slumber last night? Get... more
Take your beta blocker before chugging that milkshake: it’s Kristen Stewart. She dares to ask the question: “does anyone play... more
Ladies and germs, it’s Jake Gyllenhaal. The great Count Jakeula talks to us about bicycle Brazilians, a combo Bar Mitzvah/Quinceañera,... more
An unexamined life, a thirst for danger, and the Dalai Lama. In the words of John Oliver: “if I’ve got... more
The talented and hilarious Amy Schumer joins us while color-coding her books. Some quick quests: peanut M&M’s, “the Process,” and... more
It's our favorite JB: the one and only Josh Brolin. El Pollo Loco commercials, contrast, a celebrity death match, and... more
“No stranger to a giggle,” we welcome the lovely Kelly Clarkson. Small towns & big cities, the art of the... more
Be Professional… it’s Natalie Portman! Pie n’ Burger, la langue française, and a signature required for delivery. Plug in your... more
We cut some rug with the one and only Sam Rockwell. Batwing Lubricant, Fast & Furious with the sound off,... more
This week, we happily disturb the pre-show routines of Brandon Flowers and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. of The Killers. Let’s kill... more
Don’t hit snooze this morn; we’ve got Penelope Cruz on the horn! No free lunch, the light of Madrid in... more
Humble beginnings, motorcycle-hair, and a bean and cheese burrito cut in thirds. Welcome to Mark Ruffalo’s office… on an all-new... more
Come sleepwalk with us… it’s Mike Birbiglia! We chat all-things-funny; comedians who are too serious, intentional non-laughter, and crying at... more
Gather ‘round listener, it’s Selena Gomez! We talk Craigslist, a hot Barney, and blissful ignorance. Practice your mirror-face; it’s an... more
Guest what? It’s Adam Driver. A broken-down Lincoln Town Car, training on a busted sternum, and, well yeah, Sean gets... more
Put that cookie down, let off some steam, and get in the chopper. It’s Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Unwrap yourself with this Clause for celebration, a SmartLess Christmas Bonus: SANTA!
This week: the unstoppable Carey Mulligan. Girls and boys, barfing in bed, imposter syndrome, and a surprise visit. Don’t get... more
Actor and web-designer Emma Stone joins us this week to discuss poignant topics like Albert Einstein, The Spice Girls, and... more
Pop-out your Invisalign, it’s time for tinned sardines with Ronan Farrow, yo. Absolute truths, wheat germ, crucibles of tabloid BS,... more
Take it easy— we’ve got Taika Waititi. So toss your hot socks and be careful what you name your kids…... more
It’s all-net this week: sleep secrets, tall guys, and maybe even a BLT on white bread. You need not worry…... more
It’s a Shiny-Happy-Podcast with R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe on the mic. Default veganism, relocation by earthquake, the confidence of youth, and... more
Marshawn Lynch, ka-pow! Beast Mode on the microphone Justified haiku
This week: millionaire stringers, Father Clock, Pickleball, and a 10 pound bag of Chex Mix. Let’s lose it on the... more
Grab your CPAP… we’re state-side for a quinceañera with Rachel Maddow. Who’s using the haircut today? Cameos from Alan Dershowitz... more
This week we give Peyton Manning the runaround on a tee time. Football vs. fútbol, sport vs. game, and a... more
Hello SmartLess, my old friend- we’ve come to talk with you again. We’ve got diamonds on the soles of our... more
We go head-to-head with the wise and opinionated Bill Simmons (podcaster, sportswriter, cultural critic, founder of The RInger). And yes,... more
This week, it’s bread balls, zero-glide potential, protein shakes, and tofu… with tennis player turned rock legend, Lars Ulrich of... more
Matthew McConaughey: Take 2. We get the legend back on the pod for a second time… and this time, we... more
Relish this dish, an ep not to squish… espesh hackers, crackers, and phishers. Ladies and gents, it’s our guest Kara... more
Animal husbandry, Wisconsin, the craft of acting, and most importantly, the craft of being a good human being. Welcome to... more
Night Nurse Jimmy Kimmel prepares our warm milk and rocks our 6-City-Tour to beddybyeeeeee, LIVE from Los Angeles. (Recorded Feb.... more
Press room’s graceful guide, Jen Psaki’s words, truth and tide, Wisdom flows inside. Welcome to an all-new-HaikuLess. This episode was recorded on July 11,... more
We Hart LA… LIVE with Kevin Hart. (Recorded Feb. 12, 2022)
Stop and smell the Roses, but don’t get Byrne’t by the molten lava of sheer podcast excellence - we’ve got... more
This week Matt-is-on from Madison… Matt Damon, that is (with a quick visit from Tracey) comin’ atcha LIVE from Wisconsin.... more
We’re serving up poached pears with sweet potato ice cream as we slow-roast with the great Jessica Chastain. So kick... more
Mark Cuban sends us to business school, LIVE in Chicago. (Recorded on Feb 08, 2022)
All’s well that end-swell with the illustrious Paul Giamatti. Moth protection, boxing tips, the Hummus Diet, and everything in-between (colonoscopies... more
It’s hard to find a descriptor… for the delights of Andy Richter. (Recorded on February 08, 2022)
Greta Gerwig joins us from atop a Fire Station on this scorching summer morn. We chat in-depth about the importance... more
We sat down in Brooklyn with the lovely Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to talk Harry Potter, edible gummies, and Sean For President. (Recorded... more
A shot, a line, a transition, an idea, a font, anything. It’s Bolivian spirit dealer and ‘the Taylor Swift of... more
We went to Brooklyn and sat down with both David Letterman and his sidekick (The Beard) for a hell of... more
This week we’ve got the Mayor of Laughland coming to us live from Charleston: Mr. Danny McBride. We discuss vacation... more
Find out more about mechanical cats doing Cats on Broadway… with our esteemed surprise guest: physicist, cosmologist, and machine-learning researcher... more
Happy 3rd Birthday, SmartLess! On another trip around the sun, a limerick for our guest: There once was a lad named... more
We had a wicked pissah with "the opposite of Tom Brady" a.k.a. Conan O'Brien. (Recorded on February 04, 2022)
This week we have a world-famous DJ, undefeated kickboxer, land-speed record holder at 180 mph in a Bentley on a... more
We met the exotic big cat named Will Ferrell in our country's capital... and we let him out of his... more
We fit a round Pegg in a round pod with this week’s guest, the incredible Simon Pegg. Agent Lorenzo Zoil... more
“When’s the last time you dealt with a parabola?” is one of the many questions we explore with the lovely... more
Pull over and turn the car off— it’s “the ultimate Daddy” a.k.a. Pedro Pascal, stuck in an empty interrogation room... more
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We speak & spell with Dave Gahan and Martin Gore of [the French fashion magazine] Depeche Mode. Truly, we just... more
Open a bottle of beer with a key and grab a fire poker, we’ve got Matthew Rhys on the horn... more
Drink some olive oil with a squeeze of lemon – it’s Paul Anka Day! We’re at the end of the... more
Things we discuss with the insanely talented Bill Hader: Portal-to-portal A hat on a hat Pot roast for breakfast Nut allergies How high can you... more
The bread market is skyrocketing this week at a dollar a slice and 50 cents for the heels, ‘cause we’ve... more
“Whatever happens is a part of it, and it’s ok.” Well it’s more than ‘ok’ this week, and we’re not... more
Put on your smokey-eye and come out from behind the soda machine, because we’ve got a le-bona-fide rock star on... more
How lowe can we go? Yeah, it’s Rob Lowe. So grab your lollipop and wait in line for three hours…... more
Ben Affleck comes to us from his lair to let down his hair, talk about Air, splitting incomes as a... more
We welcome fellow goalie “cool breeze over the mountains” a.k.a. Keanu Reeves to the show to discuss sellin’ cornflakes, workin’... more
"So a bounty hunter walks into a bar..." Jump into the ring with none other than Mr. Jon Favreau. We're... more
In the words of Al Michaels, “please God, when I open my mouth, let air come out.” Join us for... more
Gather ‘round for some storytelling with this week’s guest, Natasha Lyonne. The flock flies us through ATM shenanigans, toasties &... more
Weaze the juice…it’s Brendan Fraser. Items you’ll need for this ep: a punch card, a video magnetofon, prison WIFI, pork... more
This week let’s suit-up with Billy Crudup! We all sit down and indulge in some ‘Classic Crudup,’ like priceless voiceover... more
Find an excuse to cancel dinner and let’s take a journey through the brain of the great Eugene Levy. We... more
Put on your uniform and get your wiggles out: it’s Tracee Ellis Ross. We sit down and explore a cappella... more
We go on a hike with the incredible Dana Carvey. This week we’re plonkin’, we’re chuggin’ vitamins, and we’re explorin’... more
We needed a lead vocalist, so we got Bono. Come join us for breaking-news, the similarities between Ireland and Jamaica,... more
Let’s all go to the movies… with Steven Spielberg. We fall in love with Doctor Zhivago, indulge in some tainted... more
We spend a fortnight in the future with our dear friend, John Krasinski. Baby weight record-holder a.k.a. ‘Kras’ schools us... more
We suspend reality with the one and only Alejandro Iñárritu, discussing bear attacks, finger dexterity exercises, and a little bit... more
History major Edward Norton swims with the pod this week, uncovering rare treasures like a Portillo’s private plane, Asian long-horned... more
It’s raining Skittles this week, as the ultra-cool James Cameron shows us how to swim. We dive into the abyss... more
We find our Quiet Place with the wonderfully charming Emily Blunt. Will auditions for Friends, Emily pronounces “Arnold Palmer” with... more
The illustrious Sigourney Weaver trains us to breathe underwater, look into camera, and make chocolates for agents. “Get off my... more
Pull those Knives Out and lay some Brick: it’s writer/director Rian Johnson. We discuss ‘making movies with a bunch of... more
This week we host the illustrious Kumail Nanjiani to discuss weight gain tips, the definition of a real man, and... more
Welkom by ‘n nuwe SmartLess, where Sean makes Sloppy Joes, we all get tattoos, and we finally get to talk golf,... more
You’re gonna give a puck about this week’s guest, Mr. Wayne Gretzky. We sit down with The Great One to... more
Welcome to SmartLess… with The 46th President of the United States, Joe Biden. Need we say more?
We have our cake (and eat it too) with the ultra-talented Elisabeth Moss. Sean gets Lizzy’s address, Will tries to... more
Sapphire-Steve Carell joins us this week via Wicked SmahtLess Satellite-Uplink. We review his resume from resident DJ to mail carrier…... more
Set your sails, it’s Tony Hale! We’ve got the double-Emmy winner and good friend of the show Busting in this... more
We sizzle up some Kevin Bacon on this week’s ep of our little pea pod. Sean almost reinterprets Footloose, while... more
Strap on your helmet and grab your go-bag; we’ve got Anderson Cooper live on the scene. We go floor-to-floor via... more
Figure skating champ, Allison Janney rolls between takes on your favey poddy. We learn some hand-to-hand combat, how to smoke... more
We’ve got the lovely Katy Perry on the mic this week, who gives parental advice, talks pop anthems and halftime... more
The uber-talented Ethan Hawke joins us this week on the wunderpod. We talk acting, directing, and of course, alternate Elvis... more
Legend has it, we got an EGOT on the pod. John Legend joins us this week and we hum some... more
We rustle up a motorcycling Obi-Wan-of-a-kind: Mr. Ewan McGregor, coming to us from the sanctum of his tiny house. The... more
Kenan Thompson, SNL’s longest-tenured cast member, joins us this week from Atlanta. Everyone has a go at their best Lorne... more
Talk about great hair… it’s Shawn Levy comin’ through from a Hungarian hotel to educate us on cinematic heft and... more
Grab your joystick and a handful of kindling; Win Butler and Régine Chassagne of Arcade Fire join us from New... more
The incredibly talented actor/producer Kerry Washington joins us this week to give us a safer-sex education. Sean becomes our next... more
Master of puppets, Mr. Jordan Peele surprises us this week on the pod. We of course cover the ‘illusion’ of... more
James a.k.a. “Jimmy” Burrows (co-creator of Cheers and prolific television director of shows such as Taxi, Frasier, Friends, Will &... more
Thomas Jacob Black, a.k.a. “Jack Black” reveals himself from behind a piece of toilet paper for this week’s rich and... more
We come to you from the ranch, where we do some trim tabbing and advanced pretending with Jeff Bridges, a.k.a.... more
Our lovely surprise guest Jenny Slate joins from a supply closet to give us the 5-day weather outlook, the difference... more
We are surprised and delighted this week by door-to-door salesman, Chris Pratt. We discuss the emotional rollercoaster of golf, pineapple... more
Grab your Pepcid AC; it’s time for a spicy-hot Episode 100 of SmartLess. Come laugh and cry with us, as... more
Our Surprise Guest(s) this week are the dynamic duo: Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. “The Hall & Oates of film... more
Go fig… it’s Kristen Wiig! Born in the Amazon basin, and having never used electricity prior to the age of... more
We go into some deep shoppe-talk with the hilarious and ultra-talented Ben Stiller. We cover all the necessary nuances, like applying... more
As John Mulaney always says: “sugar goes into this body.” This week’s guest gets deep about his former tag crew,... more
Will invites another Canadian treasure this week: Mr. Mike Myers. 18 seconds of pleasure and a lifetime of responsibility, 2%... more
Avid fly fisherman Liam Neeson brings his very particular set of skills (and his Stanley thermos) to the show this... more
Welcome to a large-scale diorama at the Museum of Natural SmartLess. This week Bill Maher teaches us about the finer... more
Sean’s old college buddy Craig Robinson hops aboard the SmartLess catamaran as we sail into a sea of laughs and... more
We’re an island of misfit toys with big-brained Michael Lewis (author of books such as Moneyball: The Art of Winning... more
The guys go full-Yamaha this week with avid golfer, Jon Hamm. It’s mad, man.
On this diamond of an episode, ace comedian David Spade shuffles on in. Our hearts are captured as we get... more
This week’s smart-plate special: Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood from that tiny band Radiohead. Bon appétit.
We roll up our sleeves and get down to business with none other than Cate Blanchett. She reveals her aspirations... more
Italian candy expert, amateur filmmaker (and recipient of 11 Academy Awards) Paul Thomas Anderson joins us this week to dig... more
Wrap yourself in cashmere and come sit by the fire with Mr. Charlie Day, who joins us this week to... more
The universe served up Ms. Courteney Cox this week for an education on steak sauce recipes, upgrading your home decor,... more
A song comprised of quotes from this episode: Midnight shifts, foiling 3 feet off the water The waves are X amount of... more
Jump into a bouncy castle full of hyenas and long-stemmed wine glasses with this week’s guest, Adam McKay. It’s SmartLess.... more
Welcome to another episode of JackLess: PJ teaches us how to be brave, Jason gets a new operating system, Will... more
It’s time for a Canadian strip-search this week: we have Michael Moore on the pod. And when it comes to... more
We’re SmartLess, so things Stopped Making Sense a while ago… but it’s David Byrne, people!
First we cross Jordan then head to Serbia and Greece with the ultra-talented Kathryn Hahn. Kathryn makes us giggle uncontrollably,... more
Barry Sonnenfeld, call your mother! The game-changing Director and Cinematographer joins us this week to teach us the rules: don’t... more
We dive into trash bags with Woody Harrelson, who comes to us live from Winnipeg. We explore Woody’s life and... more
In the words of Will Forte, "It's almost too much for your eyes and ears to handle."
The host with the most Mr. Jimmy Fallon teleports to us from NYC. Jimmy takes over Lorne's office, he describes... more
Sandra Bullock speeds over for this week’s episode. Sandra teaches us German, Jason probes her on charcuterie, Will auditions for... more
The pod’s like a house of mud-wrestlers this week when Dave Grohl rolls on through. We learn how to live... more
We are surprised this week by the amazingly talented Halle Berry. Actor, director, activist, and mother, Halle joins us to... more
This week we welcome our nation’s doctor, The United States Surgeon General. Dr. Murthy blesses us with his wisdom across... more
Aspiring Little League coach Jerry Seinfeld joins us this week to talk about the History of the Pop-Tart and the... more
We are very T.Hankful this week, with surprise guest Tom Hanks. Tom renames the show “HelpLess,” Sean practices his critically-recognized... more
We go Buck wild with strong-shouldered sports commentator Joe Buck. From dads to daddy issues and hair transplants to high-intensity... more
Handler!? You hardly even knew 'er! But now you're gonna, on a wild ride through pinky rings, $2000 cab rides,... more
Why is David Remnick always so cold? He’s surrounded by drafts. Editor of The New Yorker and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer... more
This wonderful week brings us thespian-extraordinaire Jeff Daniels. We deep-dive on craft, hear about collaborators from Sorkin to Cagney to... more
Aspiring Little League coach Jerry Seinfeld joins us this week to talk about the History of the Pop-Tart and the power of... more