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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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- 3 days ago1h 5m
"RE-RELEASE: Matthew Rhys"
Open a bottle of beer with a key and grab a fire poker, we’ve got Matthew Rhys on the horn this week. We sit down with the intelligent yet dashing yet wise yet charismatic Actor (and skilled traditional Welsh Chef) to hear recipes from the heart and tales of yore. Grab a slice of meat pie— it’s cooling on the windowsill. #EatSmart #SmartLessThis episode was originally released on 5/22/2023. 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.
- 6 days agoconversational1h 0m5-min read
"Sharon Horgan"
The gang reunites with a mix of levity and heartbreak, mourning the loss of legendary TV director Jim Burroughs while diving into a lively chat with the brilliant Sharon Horgan about her career, creative process, and new HBO series Youth. From bizarre Hollywood Bowl encounters to sleep hacks involving facials, the episode is a rollercoaster of emotion, humor, and behind-the-scenes storytelling.
- 1 weeks agoconversational1h 3m5-min read
"Andrew Garfield"
Andrew Garfield swings by the SmartList podcast for a hilariously homoerotic, deeply personal, and wildly entertaining chat about his latest projects, childhood trauma involving a Russian gymnastics coach, and the existential joy of lying around doing nothing. The hosts lose their minds over his Alessi zip-up and his ability to survive 30 laptop-smashing takes in The Social Network.
- 2 weeks agoconversational54 min5-min read
"Steve Zahn"
Steve Zahn, the beloved character actor known for his chameleon-like roles and offbeat charm, joins the Smartless crew for a freewheeling, hilarious conversation about his career, life on a Kentucky farm, and the absurdities of actor life — from cold camp showers to Werner Herzog cooking him steak. The episode is a love letter to Zahn’s eclectic journey, punctuated by campfire stories, hockey tales, and behind-the-scenes magic.
- 3 weeks agoconversational55 min6-min read
"Sandra Bullock"
Sandra Bullock joins the Smartless podcast for a deeply personal and emotionally resonant conversation, reflecting on her journey through grief, caregiving, motherhood, and resilience after the private battle with ALS and passing of her longtime partner, Brian. Amidst the heavy themes, the hosts balance humor and warmth, celebrating Sandy’s strength and spirit while also riffing on milk fat percentages and peanut butter sandwiches.
- Aug 17, 2026conversational56 min5-min read
"Tim Robbins"
In a sweltering summer episode of SmartLess, hosts Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes welcome the legendary Tim Robbins for a freewheeling, hilarious, and unexpectedly profound conversation about baseball, Dungeons & Dragons, acting, directing, prison reform, and the existential dread of European August heatwaves.
- Aug 13, 2026conversational55 min6-min read
"RE-RELEASE: Kaley Cuoco"
On this all-new episode of SmartLess, Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes celebrate Will’s birthday and May the Fourth with their signature chaotic charm, before welcoming guest Kaley Cuoco. The actress opens up about her near-leg-amputation horseback riding accident, her whirlwind romance with Tom Pelphrey, and starring in her new Peacock series Based on a True Story — which she filmed while five months pregnant.
- Aug 10, 2026conversational54 min6-min read
"Robby Hoffman"
Robbie Hoffman, a sharp-witted comedian raised in a Hasidic household in Montreal, joins the Smartless crew for a hilarious, heartfelt conversation about her unconventional upbringing, coming out as gay, and her meteoric rise in comedy thanks to John Mulaney’s support. The episode blends absurd humor with emotional depth, touching on identity, class, and the messy joy of family.
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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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