"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. New episodes on Mondays for free. Listen ...
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Listen Now: Spellcaster: The Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried
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From Wondery and Bloomberg, the makers of The Shrink Next Door, comes a new story of incredible wealth, betrayal, and what happens when “doing good” goes really, really bad. When nerdy gamer Sam Bankman-Fried rocketed to fame as the world’s richest 29-year-old, he pledged to donate his billions to good causes. But when Sam's crypto exchange FTX col…
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A haiku for Kaley Cuoco: Comedy's delight, Kaley's wit ignites laughter, Podcast joy takes flight. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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We speak & spell with Dave Gahan and Martin Gore of [the French fashion magazine] Depeche Mode. Truly, we just can’t get enough from these gents— from soccer fights and removing clutter, to The Berlin Wall… and “life to prolong,” you might as well just smash a bug on your forehead. Enjoy the Silence; Enjoy the SmartLess. Please support us by suppor…
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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 #SmartLess Please…
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Wondery Presents - Flipping The Bird: Elon vs Twitter
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When Elon Musk posted a video of himself arriving at Twitter HQ carrying a white sink along with the message “let that sink in!” It marked the end of a dramatic takeover. Musk had gone from Twitter critic to “Chief Twit” in the space of just a few months but his arrival didn’t put an end to questions about his motives. Musk had earned a reputation …
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Drink some olive oil with a squeeze of lemon – it’s Paul Anka Day! We’re at the end of the Canadian quota, as Paul teaches us about The Rat Pack, The Mob, and Moose Jerky. Because, in the words of Richard Ehrlich, “this body is not a fluke.” Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online ther…
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Things we discuss with the insanely talented Bill Hader: Portal-to-portal A hat on a hat Pot roast for breakfast Nut allergies How high can you jump? Did your parents listen to Charo? It's SmartLess - here we go! Please support us by supporting our sponsors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar…
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The bread market is skyrocketing this week at a dollar a slice and 50 cents for the heels, ‘cause we’ve got Anthony and Joseph Russo on the poddy. We learn how to make a show for 2 corned-beef sandwiches, we go deep and get Arrested, and we get pitched on The Great Lakes Avengers. So put on your see-through Fendi raincoat and squeeze some juice-os……
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“Whatever happens is a part of it, and it’s ok.” Well it’s more than ‘ok’ this week, and we’re not just jokering around… it’s Joaquin Phoenix comin’ to us from a genny powered trailer. So don’t even finish the script, say “fuck yeah,” make a discovery in the moment, and turn the steamer ship around; it’s an all new SmartLess. Please support us by s…
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Put on your smokey-eye and come out from behind the soda machine, because we’ve got a le-bona-fide rock star on our hands this week, with Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran. And y’heard it here first: “It’s not fear… it’s adrenaline. It’s just your mind and your body preparing you to do something extraordinary. And you will do something extraordinary.” -S…
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How lowe can we go? Yeah, it’s Rob Lowe. So grab your lollipop and wait in line for three hours… it’s an all-new SmartLess. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/SMARTLESS and get on your way to being your best self. See Privacy Policy at https://art19…
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Ben Affleck comes to us from his lair to let down his hair, talk about Air, splitting incomes as a pair, how long-lasting friendships are rare, and filmmaking fare vedere. So listen to this episode… um… if you dare. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.co…
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We welcome fellow goalie “cool breeze over the mountains” a.k.a. Keanu Reeves to the show to discuss sellin’ cornflakes, workin’ on workin, and the results of being an unlicked cub. “Be excellent to each other.” Stick around at the end of the episode for a special surprise where we introduce our new podcast, Bad Dates with Jameela Jamil, out now wh…
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"So a bounty hunter walks into a bar..." Jump into the ring with none other than Mr. Jon Favreau. We're fixin' for a species reveal, meticulous concentration, and the big balloon, so have your Mrs. Beasley's muffins on standby for another delectable episode of SmartLess. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you b…
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In the words of Al Michaels, “please God, when I open my mouth, let air come out.” Join us for some punchball, stickball, Ringolevio, stoop ball, and motorcycles on ice. It’s the game of life, and it’s called SmartLess. Now, play ball! Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a …
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Gather ‘round for some storytelling with this week’s guest, Natasha Lyonne. The flock flies us through ATM shenanigans, toasties & flat whites, and bus-fulls of bozos. Read between the texts - it’s SmartLess. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.…
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Weaze the juice…it’s Brendan Fraser. Items you’ll need for this ep: a punch card, a video magnetofon, prison WIFI, pork and beans, and a hidden Yorkshire Terrier. Safety first; it’s SmartLess. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/SMARTLESS and get on …
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This week let’s suit-up with Billy Crudup! We all sit down and indulge in some ‘Classic Crudup,’ like priceless voiceover campaigns, 800 numbers, and timeshares on the moon. After all, to quote the great William Gaither Crudup, “poolside furniture is my specialty.” Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by Bett…
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Find an excuse to cancel dinner and let’s take a journey through the brain of the great Eugene Levy. We talk comedy, we talk travel, and we all get a timeshare in Goodwood… amongst other things. Join us for another SmartLess, and let us never forget: “God loves a terrier.” Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you…
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Put on your uniform and get your wiggles out: it’s Tracee Ellis Ross. We sit down and explore a cappella panic, crying in the mirror, and a village of unicorns. So organize your closet, it’s time for another searing episode of Star Search. Wait, scratch that – it’s SmartLess. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. Disclaimer: 21+ in select s…
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We go on a hike with the incredible Dana Carvey. This week we’re plonkin’, we’re chuggin’ vitamins, and we’re explorin’ free market capitalism, a.k.a. 900 types of cereal. Come tickle your ribs with us; it’s SmartLess. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp…
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We needed a lead vocalist, so we got Bono. Come join us for breaking-news, the similarities between Ireland and Jamaica, the difference between EQ and IQ, and, um… World of Warcraft. Tune your dials, folks— it’s SmartLess. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at better…
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Let’s all go to the movies… with Steven Spielberg. We fall in love with Doctor Zhivago, indulge in some tainted lamb, and build a lucky sand castle. In the words of Steven Spielberg, “I have to tell the story; it’s in my marrow.” Please support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not…
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We spend a fortnight in the future with our dear friend, John Krasinski. Baby weight record-holder a.k.a. ‘Kras’ schools us on Call Of Duty, Sean auditions for an Esurance ad, and we all get burritos at Sharky’s. Come join us for a listen– we’re serving cardboard and almonds! Please support us by supporting our sponsors! This episode is brought to …
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We suspend reality with the one and only Alejandro Iñárritu, discussing bear attacks, finger dexterity exercises, and a little bit about filmmaking. In the words of Alejandro, “turn off your co-pilot of rational demandings and just let yourself go. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give onli…
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