SmartLess

Andrew Garfield is the guest on this SmartLess episode. The show notes reference a conversation about 'not-enough-ness,' a 'Canadian Fincher,' 'shrinking bears,' and 'tigers being tigers,' but a full transcript is unavailable at this time.

Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes sit down with actor Steve Zahn. The conversation covers a range of quirky, freewheeling anecdotes and personal stories from Zahn's life and career, touching on unusual friendships and bizarre on-set moments.

Sandra Bullock returns to SmartLess for a freewheeling conversation that jumps from rural fowl to unconventional pet care. The hosts and Bullock dive into absurd tangents including chickens, the concept of giving care, canine ophthalmology, and a comedic brainstorm on how to monetize milk-fat content. It's a quintessential SmartLess episode—equal parts heartfelt and hilariously unhinged.

Tim Robbins joins the SmartLess crew for a lively conversation filled with laughter and nostalgia. The discussion touches on Robbins' fondness for deep, imaginative games like Dungeons & Dragons and the strategy baseball simulator Strat-o-matic, revealing a playful, detail-oriented side of the actor. The group also riffs on the idea of transforming life into a curated "destination" or "experience," a humorous yet insightful look at modern priorities. The episode is defined by its rapid-fire wit and the easy, warm dynamic between Robbins and the hosts, making for a freewheeling and thoroughly enjoyable listen.

SmartLess re-releases its conversation with Kaley Cuoco. The episode was originally released on June 3, 2023.

Comedian Robby Hoffman joins the SmartLess hosts for a conversation that's equal parts brutal and funny. The discussion ranges from class divides and the absurdities of daily inconvenience to the simple joys of brand-new towels. Hoffman's sharp, dark humor drives the episode, making for a memorable and unpredictable hour.

The SmartLess hosts welcome physicist Brian Cox. They dive into black holes, the fundamental building blocks of space and time, and the collaborative effort needed to push the frontiers of physics. Cox emphasizes the role of humility in scientific progress, and in a surprise twist, reveals an unexpected pastime: cage dancing. It's a conversation that mixes cosmic wonder with down-to-earth humor.

Marcus Mumford joins the SmartLess hosts for a wide-ranging conversation filled with humorous anecdotes. He shares a story about Kevin Costner's bluntly dismissive 'Neat,' a bizarre run-in with Kendrick Lamar in his underwear, and his vocal warm-up routine involving straws. The group also tackles penguin impressions and Mumford's formative years at Bible camp, all framed by a theme of gratitude.

Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett chat with Timothy Olyphant about the quirks of acting, being taken too seriously, a story involving cheap champagne and a pocket full of chips, and the unintended humor in classic films like Taxi Driver.

Will Ferrell stops by for a surprise visit on this re-released episode of SmartLess. The hosts and Will discuss the infamous Columbia House records club, the absurdity of throwing a son's cellphone out of a moving car, and the deadpan suggestion to keep landlines. It's a light, funny conversation full of comedy memories and parental exaggerations.

Olivia Wilde joins Jason, Will, and Sean for a fast-moving chat filled with jokes and tangents. They touch on her role as the 'ham of the family,' the idea of learning filmmaking through observation ('proxy film school'), a memory about Tony's mothballs, an artistic concept called the Rockwell Technique, and a lively game of Hendrix pickleball. The episode has the hosts' signature banter, with Olivia holding her own and cracking jokes.

Ike Barinholtz joins Will, Jason, and Sean for a freewheeling conversation that covers his early hustle days working bottle service, the strange dynamics of nightlife, and the grind of trying to make it in comedy. The discussion veers into college stories, trivia obsessions, and the unsettling concept of true mirrors, before Ike recounts a chaotic Southwest flight home that ends with a perfectly timed punchline. Throughout, the hosts trade rapid-fire jokes and digressions, making for a classic SmartLess mix of irreverent storytelling and genuine curiosity.

Emma Thompson joins the SmartLess crew for an hour of laughter and storytelling. The conversation touches on the lost art of browsing at Barney's, the benefits of boredom, and a memorable encounter with haggis. The hosts cap it off with a playful ice challenge.

Amy Adams joins Sean, Will, and Jason for a freewheeling conversation that bounces from an Indigo Girls sing-along to discussions of telepathy, her childhood as an Army brat, a hair-raising medical emergency, her personal code of neutrality, and a bizarre White House bathroom anecdote.

Jennifer Lopez joins the SmartLess hosts to share her philosophy of continuous learning and staying curious, the power of putting unfinished work into the world, and a quirky life hack involving a piece of tape. The conversation is full of the show's signature humor, including another installment of Dr. Dingdong's questionable advice.

Surprise guest Tom Hanks joins the hosts, renames the show 'HelpLess,' and pitches two blockbuster TikTok films. Sean Hayes flexes his hosting skills while Tom delivers a classic movie line twist: 'There’s no crying in podcasts!' A lighthearted, comedy-filled reunion.

The SmartLess hosts welcome actor Jon Bernthal for a lively and unpredictable conversation. They jump from candle-burning techniques to hitting metaphorical walls, and share a story about stealing a turkey sandwich. The hour is full of the show's trademark banter and Bernthal's trademark intensity.

In this episode of SmartLess, hosts Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes welcome Saturday Night Live's Bowen Yang. The conversation drifts through an eclectic mix of topics including the importance of 'vibes,' a lighthearted therapy chat, the metaphor of trade winds, a mysterious silver fedora, and newfound knowledge about Celine Dion. It's a funny and loose chat full of the show's signature banter.

Nick Jonas joins Jason, Will, and Sean for a lively chat full of childhood stories. They revisit his early acting days, including playing Ebenezer Scrooge at age eight, and dive into the best of New Jersey—hair salons, diners, bowling alleys, and shopping malls. The conversation also touches on family chiropractors and the inside joke command to 'just collapse on the floor.' It’s a warm, funny trip through unexpected memories.

Nate Bargatze joins the SmartLess hosts for a lighthearted conversation covering odd topics like magic, the Easter Bunny, a KFC-catered family reunion, an elevator in the ocean, and mimes.

Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes sit down with legendary musician Sting for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on digital silence, noblesse oblige, the enduring tradition of nonsense songs, and why claiming to like jazz has become a cultural flex.

Kareem Rahma joins the SmartLess hosts for a conversation centered on the quirks of New York City life. They dive into the daily experiences of sidewalk traffic, the cast of characters you encounter on the streets, and the unwritten rules of urban etiquette. A particularly memorable exchange emerges over dessert etiquette, when one voice firmly advocates for everyone ordering their own, leading to a playful but relatable debate.

In this special live episode from the Avalon theater in Hollywood, Jonah Hill joins the SmartLess crew for an unscripted, hilarious conversation. The group covers everything from Hill’s teenage years in the entertainment industry, to the peculiarities of San Diego, to the existential musings of radio signals from space. The energy of the live audience elevates the banter, with spontaneous moments that only a live show can deliver.

Colin Jost appears on SmartLess. The sparse show notes hint at a freewheeling conversation touching on sleeping upright, separating mesh, Swedish Fish in a blender, and a midnight bowl of bolognese. Exact details are thin, but the episode promises the kind of chaotic, offbeat humor the hosts are known for.

Nick Kroll joins Jason, Sean, and Will for a freewheeling conversation that careens from his passion for elaborate celebrity scavenger hunts to a personal work-life philosophy he calls the “fuse mechanism protocol.” He explains why aiming for a B-minus across the board beats chasing perfection, and the group turns a simple gum tasting into a full-blown bit, jokingly rechristening the podcast “ChewLess.”

Let’s take a run: it’s Nick Kroll. Celebrity scavenger hunts, fuse mechanism protocol, and how to aim for a B-minus across the board. The gum IS as good as it sounds… on an all new ChewLess (otherwise known as SmartLess).

Time for spaghetti and donuts; it’s Aubrey Plaza. Dancing, beams of sunshine, gum advocacy, and D. All Of The Above. We’re just [metaphorically] singing in the shower in the iso-booth but pretending not to be looking at ourselves in the mirror… on an all-new SmartLess.

Aubrey Plaza brings her signature deadpan wit to the SmartLess crew for an hour of offbeat humor. The conversation swings from gum advocacy to dancing, with digressions into the psychology of singing in a soundproof booth and a running gag about 'D. All of the above.' The episode is a showcase of Plaza's comedic timing and the hosts' talent for turning the absurd into gold.

Speak into the foam thingy: it’s Amanda Peet. New York, stage fright, unsolicited headshots, a second sleep, and ‘the strategy on removal.’ Life is like a box of Pop Tarts… you never know which variety pack you’re gonna get [on this week’s toaster-ready treat a.k.a. an all-new SmartLess].

Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes sit down with actress Amanda Peet, who opens up about stage fright, tells a story about unsolicited headshots, and explores the historical concept of a 'second sleep.' The conversation also covers a philosophy of 'removal' as a strategy, all wrapped in the show's signature absurd humor, including a riff on Pop-Tarts variety packs.

Charlie Day joins Jason, Sean, and Will on SmartLess for a lively conversation covering career advice, acting tips, and some surprising revelations. Jason Bateman discovers the concept of 'voluntary additional school,' while Sean Hayes provides an impromptu slide-whistle performance. Will Arnett teases intimate details about his relationship with Forte, adding to the show's trademark banter.

Wrap yourself in cashmere and come sit by the fire with Mr. Charlie Day, who joins us this week to give career advice and acting tips. Jason learns about ‘voluntary additional school,’ Sean wails on the slide-whistle, and Will teases us with intimate details about his relationship with Forte.

In the 300th episode of SmartLess, hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett welcome Stephen Colbert for a freewheeling conversation that touches on his post-Late Show ambitions, nostalgic technology like pagers and blackout days, and a bizarre hypothetical about playing shirts-vs-skins basketball on Mount Everest. The episode is lighthearted and celebratory, peppered with Colbert's trademark wit and a nod to Alexander Pope's caution about the perils of superficial knowledge.

Walk the Wok and let’s celebrate: it’s future MMA fighter Stephen Colbert. The blackout days, beepers & lovely melon, plus shirts v. skins on Mt. Everest. “A little knowledge is a dangerous thing,” …on the 300th correct-isode of SmartLess.

Elle Fanning joins the SmartLess hosts for an hour of playful conversation. They cover her latest projects, the quirky significance of the number 5, the contrast between imagination and reality, and a heartwarming real-life baby story. The episode is filled with the show's signature blend of humor and genuine curiosity.

Tornado-warning: it’s Elle Fanning. The Number 5, Imagination vs. Reality, the Power, and a real-life baby. We all love each other, blah blah blah… on another gorgeously fresh new epiz of SmartLess.

We walk the tightrope with Maggie Gyllenhaal. Come explore the edges of the mind: stacking wood, eating avocados, bird watching, and what is exercise? It’s fake learning for real… an all-new SmartLess.

Jason, Sean, and Will sit down with actor and director Maggie Gyllenhaal. They wander into the curious corners of the mind, touching on grounding habits like stacking wood and bird watching, the simple joys of eating avocados, and what even counts as exercise. Along the way, the conversation flirts with the idea of ‘fake learning for real,’ leaving listeners with a playful, reflective vibe.

Heat up your pizza-pocket: it’s Cillian Murphy. We talk law, rock n’ roll, instinct, energy over perfection, and making ends MEAT. Welcome to The Circus Of The Unemployable …on an all-new SmartLess.

Cillian Murphy joins Jason, Will, and Sean for a wide-ranging conversation covering law, rock n' roll, and his acting philosophy. They discuss the importance of instinct and energy over perfection, and the episode closes with a lighthearted segment about 'making ends MEAT.' It's a lively and unpredictable chat with the acclaimed actor.

Emma Stone joins Sean, Will, and Jason for a conversation that covers Albert Einstein, The Spice Girls, and the cure for hiccups, among other lighthearted topics. The episode features the hosts' characteristic banter and a riff about getting matching family tattoos.

Actor and web-designer Emma Stone joins us this week to discuss poignant topics like Albert Einstein, The Spice Girls, and the cure for hiccups. Get tattoos with your whole family… Welcome to HairLess [scratch that] an all-new SmartLess. This episode was originally released on 12/11/2023.

We're off to the races with Kris Jenner. School, Social, Smooch, Smart Cookies, and meeting a Mint Julip.

Kris Jenner joins the SmartLess crew for a lively conversation. She reflects on her early dismissal of the internet as a fad and how that miscalculation shaped the family's media empire. The hosts pull her into their signature "Smart Cookies" game, touching on topics like school, social life, and a memorable Mint Julep story, all while Jenner describes her life as existing in a separate, surreal reality.

The hosts of SmartLess sit down with actor Brian Cox for a freewheeling conversation that touches on tempura salad and geese. As expected from the show, the chat is filled with playful tangents and aimless humor. No serious subject matter is explored.

In this crossover episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with Will Arnett for a hilarious and wide-ranging conversation. Arnett opens up about his fitness routine and his recent push to cut out sugar, while the trio also dissect the unexpected viral life of their podcast clips. They go behind the scenes of Arnett’s new film, Is This Thing On?, sharing practical insights into the filmmaking process. The conversation also touches on a mysterious text exchange between Pally and Arnett, and Gabrus contemplates a cheeky new swimwear purchase.

Hey, Smarties! Please enjoy the first half of this hilarious, in-depth interview with Will Arnett on SmartLess Media’s show Staying Alive!

Engage your core: it’s Chris Hemsworth. Back tats, trigger environments, a dorsal fin, not-caring, and the sheer adventure of it. “Your mind goes blank but your mouth keeps talking,” …on an all-new SmartLess.

Chris Hemsworth joins the SmartLess hosts for a conversation covering his back tattoos, the concept of trigger environments, and a humorous story about his mind going blank while his mouth kept talking.

Margot Robbie joins the SmartLess crew for a lighthearted conversation covering her beauty favorites, Australian mafia ties, on-set stories with Leonardo DiCaprio, and a mysterious trunk. The hosts also explore her unexpected love of hockey.

We go incogneets this week with hockey-fan Margot Robbie. A new bronzer, an Aussie Mafia, slapping Leo, and much more! But at the end of the day… (what was in the trunk?) It’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early.

In this re-release of a 2022 conversation, Jon Hamm joins the hosts for a lighthearted chat, touching on his passion for golf and other casual topics. The episode is short on details but features the hosts joking about going 'full-Yamaha' in reference to Hamm's golf obsession.

The guys go full-Yamaha this week with avid golfer, Jon Hamm. It’s mad, man. This episode was originally released on 4/4/2022. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early.

Andrew Huberman drops by SmartLess for a lively and wide-ranging discussion. The conversation covers surprising animal biology, the neuroscience behind daily habits, and the subtle signals we send with our bodies. Huberman shares his takes on morning motivation, the surprising origins of a blockbuster drug, and the antioxidant everyone should know about. Packed with practical takeaways and laugh-out-loud moments, the episode shows why Huberman is one of the most compelling science communicators around.

What’s up, Doc: it’s the one-and-only Andrew Huberman. Gila monsters, flabby-brain, bed vs. battle, the art of winking, and a multitude of other pearls of wisdom await. Prepare to be glutathione’d to your headphones… on an all-new SmartLess.

Grab an apple and paint the soup– it’s Charli xcx. We’re charmed by spontaneity, the Brat lexicon, synesthesia, pink Wednesdays, and daring to suck. Don’t quantize your electric toothbrush… the groove is in the gums. Welcome to SmartLess.

Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes chat with pop star Charli xcx about her creative process, the phenomenon of her album 'Brat', and the unexpected language it spawned. She opens up about experiencing music in color through synesthesia and the ritual of Pink Wednesdays. The conversation swings from spontaneous tangents to reflections on risk-taking, as Charli champions the value of being willing to 'suck' in pursuit of originality. A running joke about over-perfecting everyday actions crystallizes into a playful metaphor for keeping the human groove.

It’s 87 days of chicken piccata with the wonderful Leanne Morgan. A yelling beagle, breast-feeding & hemorrhoids, plus all those girls shooting boars in their panties. And yes, of course: some follow-up questions about the chicken and the porch. “Every day’s a party,” …on an all-new SmartLess.

Leanne Morgan joins Jason, Will, and Sean to share hilarious, unfiltered stories from her life. She recounts the time she made chicken piccata for 87 days straight, a chaotic tale involving a yelling beagle, and vivid memories of motherhood that include breastfeeding and hemorrhoids. The conversation turns to her rural upbringing, with a memorable image of girls shooting boars in their underwear. Throughout, Leanne's warmth and genuine humor shine as she declares 'every day's a party.'

Settle your face — we’ve got Pixies. Where is our mind? On things like the dictionary, the draft, communal showers, and the highly-underrated color brown. Serving up “some delightful words to trip over,” …on an all-new SmartLess.

The Pixies join Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes for a freewheeling episode that jumps from the dictionary to the military draft, communal showers, and an impassioned defense of the color brown. The band members share their distinctive humor and perhaps musical insights, making for a delightfully unpredictable hour. The conversation is full of wordplay and offbeat tangents, typical of SmartLess at its most playful.

SmartLess presents a promo for CrimeLess, a new comedy-true-crime podcast hosted by comedian Rory Scovel and journalist Josh Dean. Each episode of CrimeLess dives into a different outrageous caper—from heists to crypto disasters to monkey-driven chaos—blending deep research with hilarious hypotheticals. The show promises weird facts and party-worthy trivia, described as 'You're Wrong About meets Florida-Man-level mayhem.'

CrimeLess is a weekly comedy talk show exploring the wild crime questions you’d never act on—but secretly want answered.

Throw on a nightshirt and a bonnet– it’s Jennifer Lawrence. The Sass, a legacy of chaos, and hockey equipment in the boiler room. “This is what it’s like to be one of the guys,” on an all-new SmartLess.

In this episode, the hosts interview Jennifer Lawrence, touching on her signature sass, a legacy of chaos in her family, an oddball story about hockey equipment in a boiler room, and her thoughts on fitting in with male friends. The conversation also features lighthearted banter about her at-home attire, showcasing her unpretentious, game-for-anything humor.

In this re-released episode from 2021, Chelsea Handler joins the SmartLess hosts for a wild conversation covering pinky rings, $2000 cab rides, and the awkwardness of a nasal swab first date. Handler brings her signature blend of candidness and humor, turning everyday chaos into comedic gold. The result is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud discussion that epitomizes the show's off-the-cuff charm.

Handler!? You hardly even knew 'er! But now you're gonna, on a wild ride through pinky rings, $2000 cab rides, and nasal swabs on first dates... with none other than Chelsea Handler. Can you even handler it!? This episode was originally released on 10/18/2021.

This week we find Mr. Ricky Gervais, dusting off old awards from 20 years ago (again!?). Trade secrets, cannibals, getting a crab drunk, and table tennis in a snorkel. Honesty is funny, so how do we look in these slacks? Welcome to an all-new SmartLess.

Ricky Gervais joins the SmartLess hosts to dust off old awards, share trade secrets from his comedy career, and dive into bizarre tangents about cannibals, drunken crustaceans, and ping-pong in scuba gear. The conversation circles around why honesty is the funniest approach, with Gervais demonstrating his signature blend of brutal truth and absurd humor.

Join us for a hero’s journey with the great Macaulay Culkin. Find your light, hit your marks, systematically sabotage the Wet Bandits. It’s Magic v. Sexy v. Naughty… on an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early.

From Shameless to SmartLess — it’s Jeremy Allen White! We chat dancing, cookies, and dream-roles this week (and our favorite Chicago lunches). “Eat like you’re doing a podcast.” It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Grab your breakfast sushi – it’s Walton Goggins. Seven horses, five camels, two gallons of yak vodka, and an eagle hunter. Plus, imposter syndrome: what is that? This is your reality… on an all-new SmartLess.

"The Sandman" a.k.a. the unstoppable legend Adam Sandler, drives a golf-ball right onto the SmartLess fairway and we all take a ride on the cart of life through blackout nerves, comfort-zones vs. ambition, the importance of family, and the nuances of the comedy brain. Fore!

Collapse your stroller: it’s Laura Dern. Sixteen ice cream cones, the hardest acting job of her life, and Nepo Hayes. Save it for the sequel, guys… it’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early.

Have a spirulina shake, it’s Noah Hawley. Siberia with family restaurants, pitching the segue, and the Mayor of Childhood. “Family programming… that ship has sailed.” It’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early.

Step into our stretch limousine — it’s Benedict Cumberbatch. Corndogs, Nature vs. Nurture, and [very lightly touching upon] How-To Clean Yourself. It’s a podcast, folks… and it’s called SmartLess, k?

It’s our start-gift: Claire Danes. Cursed cows, Moroccan cats, a Kentucky Schnoodle, and “very cute dirt.” It’s another episode of ‘How To Remain Employed and Local,’ also known (in some circles) as SmartLess.

Our lovely surprise guest Jenny Slate joins from a supply closet to give us the 5-day weather outlook, the difference between drop and dropper, texts about ‘the patriarchy,’ and so much more. Come ruin your minds with us, here at Chateau SmartLess. This episode was originally released on 6/27/2022.

Take the Jimmy Jet to Timbuktu: it’s Tom Freston. No experience in television, selling toilet paper, various red-light districts, and a Bob Marley ring-tone. It’s really good to be with you… on an all-new SmartLess.

Sean Hayes (from SmartLess, one of our podcast dads) is here! We get into Gleem toothpaste commercials and weird 1-800 hotlines, and give Jenny advice on a meme featuring her getting some seriously unwanted attention. Plus: hear Gabe and Max try out their Delco accents.

Ok with the pretzels; it’s David Duchovny. A ship of fools, Dads’ novels, making music, and finalllllly teaching Jason how to read. “I mean, dishwashing liquid is pretty good.” …on an all-new SmartLess.