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by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett
"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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- Yesterdayconversational1h 4m6-min read
"Jennifer Lopez"
Jason, Will, and Sean kick off with their usual chaotic banter about snacks, tans, and vocal health before welcoming mega-star Jennifer Lopez, who dives into her relentless work ethic, the emotional weight of fame, and her journey of self-discovery. From sleeping in dance studios to accidentally inventing Google Images, J-Lo reflects on her career with humor, humility, and hard-won wisdom.
- 5 days ago1h 4m
"RE-RELEASE: Tom Hanks"
We are very T.Hankful this week, with surprise guest Tom Hanks. Tom renames the show “HelpLess,” Sean practices his critically-recognized hosting prowess, and we begin the development process on Tom’s next two blockbuster TikTok films. There’s no crying in podcasts! This episode was originally released on 11/1/2021. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks agoconversational59 min5-min read
"Jon Bernthal"
On Will's birthday, the Smartless crew welcomes Jon Bernthal, the intense, deeply introspective actor known for The Punisher and The Walking Dead, who shares how studying theater in post-Soviet Russia saved his life, how fatherhood reshaped his art, and why he still feels terrified doing eight shows a week on Broadway. It’s a raw, funny, and unexpectedly profound conversation about redemption, failure, and the messy beauty of being human.
- 2 weeks agoconversational57 min5-min read
"Bowen Yang"
Bowen Yang joins the podcast for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation about his chaotic upbringing, accidental path to Saturday Night Live, surviving conversion therapy, and the absurdities of fame and outdoor furniture. The hosts riff with him like old friends, unpacking identity, comedy, and the surreal journey from pre-med student to international treasure.
- 3 weeks agoconversational1h 2m5-min read
"Nick Jonas"
Nick Jonas joins the Smartless podcast for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation about his early start on Broadway, navigating fame as a teen idol, the Jonas Brothers’ rocky journey, fatherhood, and the future of music in the age of AI. The hosts — Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett — riff with him like old friends, diving into everything from s’mores hacks to Indian weddings.
- 3 weeks agoconversational54 min6-min read
"RE-RELEASE: Nate Bargatze"
Comedian Nate Bargatze joins the show for a lively, humorous chat about his upbringing, stand-up journey, and clean comedic style, all while bonding over chain restaurants, family, and the absurdity of fighting orangutans at county fairs.
- 4 weeks agoconversational1h 0m5-min read
"Sting"
Sting, the legendary musician and actor, joins the Smartless podcast for a lively, humorous, and deeply personal conversation about his life, music, and creative philosophy. From his working-class roots in northeast England to global fame with The Police and a storied solo career, he shares candid stories about songwriting, vocal health, and the emotional power of revisiting his past in his musical The Last Ship.
- May 11, 2026conversational1h 0m5-min read
"Kareem Rahma"
Comedian and media entrepreneur Kareem Rahma joins the SmartLess crew for a freewheeling, hilarious conversation about aliens, failed startups, subway interviews, and the existential dread of dessert theft. The gang dives into moon missions, government cover-ups, and why nobody should be allowed to dip into your butterscotch without permission.
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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 laughter and newfound knowledge to feed the SmartLess mind.
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