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SmartLess

Wondery

"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. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Location:

United States

Genres:

Comedy

Networks:

Wondery

Description:

"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. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Twitter:

@smartless

Language:

English

Contact:

323-848-9000


Episodes
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"Jesse Eisenberg"

1/27/2025
Now there’s a nice fella; it’s Jesse Eisenberg. We talk ‘businesstry’ and beyond: the secret to slapping, magic, anthropology, social networks, and Jimmy Kimmel’s acting. Clip on your hairpiece... it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:54:52

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"Tig Notaro"

1/20/2025
Ladies and gents, it’s our pal Tig Notaro. Party bits, dabbling for decades, a lesbian flying a helicopter, and a dream come true. Pop on your eagle jacket and hop in your Zamboni; it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:02:42

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"Peter Berg"

1/13/2025
Put down the sugar– we have the wonderful Peter Berg. A rash, a seething ball of confusion and rage, and a love for the game. Happy New Year, Listener. It’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:58:43

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"RE-RELEASE: Selena Gomez"

1/9/2025
Gather ‘round listener, it’s Selena Gomez! We talk Craigslist, a hot Barney, and blissful ignorance. Practice your mirror-face; it’s an all-new SmartLess. This episode was originally released on 1/8/2024. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:56:53

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"Jason Blum"

1/6/2025
Mr. Jason Blum finally attains the golden chalice. A babbling brook, a flash of brilliance, and a commercial/residential electrician. “You can swallow saliva, you know. It’s built for that.” Welcome to SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:02:05

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"Luis Elizondo"

12/30/2024
Come fly away with us, it’s Luis Elizondo – former Director of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program. Tin foil hats, muddy bootprints, and “we are the coyote.” The goal of the head is to be round; it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:01:09

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"Holiday Bonus"

12/25/2024
It's a holiday miracle! We love you, listener. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:14:00

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"Kieran Culkin"

12/23/2024
Let it cascade; it’s Kieran Culkin. Acting, not-acting, Jazz, meat, and no hobbies. All this could be yours. Welcome to SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:00:17

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"Denis Villeneuve"

12/16/2024
Life is in session right now, with Denis Villeneuve. Twilight anesthesia, addiction to power, teenage dreams… and Paddles still makes it to dinner. We are not a medical podcast; it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:02:01

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"RE-RELEASE: Maya Rudolph"

12/12/2024
Superhero Maya Rudolph skydives in for some cork-popping fun on another juicy episode of the pod. Songs are sung, stories are told, and Maya educates us all, by example, on how to be the coolest cucumber around. This episode was originally released on 9/7/2020. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:45:02

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"Daniel Craig"

12/9/2024
Lay out your reefer jacket and matching trousers, we have a Commander in the Royal Navy a.k.a. Mr. Daniel Craig giving orders this week. We examine self-reflections such as “do I want to turn into a film horse?” what it’s like to be a Storm Trooper, a numb thumb and no bump, and Room Service: LIVE! Just slide the potatoes under the door… it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:00:33

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"Zoe Saldaña"

12/2/2024
Escape [room] with us and our Triple-A, Zoe Saldaña. The Universal Language, Scientists, Animals & Children, The Volume, and gelato every day. To your point, welcome in… it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:51:41

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"Jim Gaffigan"

11/25/2024
Ladies and gents, it’s Jim Gaffigan the clapping sea lion! 200 commercials, 11 specials, 5 children, and a bunch of bottles o’ bourbon. “Did they introduce new numbers?” Welcome to SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:52:10

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SmartLess Presents ClueLess! 101 - It’s A Numbers Game

11/18/2024
On the debut episode of ClueLess, host Elliott Kalan and constant contestant Sean Hayes welcome Sean’s SmartLess pals Will and Jason to play a round of It’s A Numbers Game - we give you a simple math problem in the form of famous TV show titles with the numbers removed, can you solve the clues faster than Sean and friends? And even if you do, can you reckon with the MegaClue?! Subscribe to ClueLess HERE. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Puzzles in this episode are by Matt Broussard and Josh Richmond. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:15:41

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"Hugh Grant"

11/18/2024
This week, Hugh Grant joins us pre-coffee and commando. Diplomacy, an evil Champagne Baron, the Shanks, Greed & Laziness, and the very slippery slope of douchebaggery. “The whole thing started by mistake,” it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:58:01

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"RE-RELEASE: Don Cheadle"

11/14/2024
Watch out, folks— it’s Don Cheadle, a.k.a. “Donchalant.” What is Jazz? Did Don have a good slumber last night? Get ready for some hard-hitters, like a deadly mignonette, the most rarified air, and both Kansas Cities. From our lips to pods’ ears, it’s an all-new SmartLess. This episode was originally released on 4/8/24. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:06:24

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"Jude Law"

11/11/2024
Hey Jude… Law. Make room for a new best friend this week, as we have a run in with the Law. Aliens, storytelling, separating the jaw, and a 3 job off-ramp. There’s no brain in the full-body scan… it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:05:05

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"Alicia Keys"

11/4/2024
Listener, if you please: it’s Alicia Keys. Stride piano, a concrete jungle, the audacity to write a song, a double negative, and a double positive. “That’s the vibe right there…” on an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:01:05:59

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"Keri Russell"

10/28/2024
We chop some pillows with one of our favorite humans: Ms. Keri Russell. M is for Monday, The Mickey Mouse Club, microplastics, and Margo Martindale. Get real much? It’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:56:45

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Bad Dates Season 2 with Joel Kim Booster!

10/23/2024
Introducing the new host of Bad Dates, Joel Kim Booster! Each week, Joel's funniest friends will share their stories of where romance goes to die. New episodes available now! https://link.chtbl.com/cSz5MbvY Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

Duration:00:07:43