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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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- 5 days agoconversational59 min7-min read
"Seth Meyers"
Seth Meyers joins the Smartless podcast for a long-overdue, hilarious conversation with hosts Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes, diving into his early days in comedy, SNL struggles, and how he found his groove in late night. The gang reflects on their own quirks, aging, parenting, and the absurdity of tech fails during podcasting.
- 1 weeks agoconversational1h 5m6-min read
"Benny Blanco"
Benny Blanco, the hit-making music producer and husband of Selena Gomez, joins the SmartList crew for a hilariously unhinged conversation about his fear of flying (he takes boats to Europe), his early hustle in music (including producing beats for softcore porn at 15), and how he accidentally fell in love with Selena after years of platonic studio sessions. It’s a wild ride of neuroses, nostalgia, and heartfelt hustle.
- 2 weeks agoconversational1h 5m5-min read
"RE-RELEASE: Matthew Rhys"
The SmartLess crew reunites with a mix of levity and heartfelt reflection, mourning the loss of Will’s close friend Jeremy while celebrating their upcoming Max documentary. They welcome Matthew Rhys, diving into his Welsh roots, RADA training, chaotic love story with Keri Russell, and his role in Perry Mason, all wrapped in the show’s signature absurd banter.
- 2 weeks 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.
- 3 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.
- Aug 31, 2026conversational54 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.
- Aug 24, 2026conversational55 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.
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About 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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