SmartLess

By Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will ArnettComedy Society & Culture Education

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SmartLess episodes

April 08, 2025 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 "Arrested Development" movie. Listen to the full conversation between Jason and Conan on “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” wherever you get your podcasts.
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5 min
April 07, 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 podcast is. Bring-your-own-hamburger, we’ll do a din. It’s an all-new SmartLess.
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55 min
March 31, 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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48 min
March 24, 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 SmartLess.
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1 hr 2 min
March 20, 2025 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 by one letter, and the remaining letters can be rearranged to answer the given clue. Keep track of all discarded letters to defeat the MegaClue!

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New episodes every Monday and Thursday.
Puzzles in this episode are by Josh Richmond.
Script by Elliott Kalan.
Music and sound effects by Devon Torrey Bryant.
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16 min
March 17, 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. Bellissima!
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55 min
March 13, 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.
This episode was originally released on 5/16/2022.
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57 min
March 10, 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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1 hr
March 03, 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 all-new SmartLess.
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1 hr 5 min
February 24, 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 all-new SmartLess.
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56 min

About SmartLess

From the publisher's feed

"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.

Best of SmartLess

Ranked by our users in the last 21 days

Number 1: "Michael Douglas"
Oct 51 hr 2 min
Number 2: "Jessica Biel"
Oct 1255 min
Number 3: "RE-RELEASE: Ben Affleck"
Oct 81 hr
Number 4: "Seth Meyers"
Sep 281 hr
Number 5: "Benny Blanco"
Sep 211 hr 6 min

FAQ about SmartLess

What's this show about?
SmartLess, hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett, connects people from all walks of life to learn about shared experiences through dialogue and humor. Each episode features a surprise guest.
What's it like to listen to?
The show delivers unscripted, authentic conversations filled with laughter and knowledge. The hosts have a natural rapport, and the format encourages lively discussion.
What are recent episodes about?
Recent episodes feature interviews with Cillian Murphy, discussing his career; Emma Stone, discussing her career and childhood; Kris Jenner, discussing her business and family; Brian Cox, discussing his career; Will Arnett, discussing health and fitness; Chris Hemsworth, discussing his career; Margot Robbie, discussing her career; Jon Hamm, discussing his career; Andrew Huberman, discussing health and wellness; and Charli xcx, discussing her music career.
Who's behind the mic?
Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett host SmartLess. Jason Bateman is an actor, director, and producer, known for roles in Arrested Development and Ozark. Sean Hayes is an actor and comedian, best known for his role in Will & Grace. Will Arnett is an actor and comedian, recognized for his work in Arrested Development and BoJack Horseman.
How long is each episode?
Episodes typically run between 30 minutes and 1 hour 20 minutes.
When do new episodes drop?
New episodes are released regularly.
What are the main topics?
Comedy, interviews, entertainment, celebrity guests, pop culture
Who should listen to this?
Listeners who enjoy celebrity interviews, comedy, and candid conversations will appreciate SmartLess. Fans of Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett will find the show particularly engaging.