"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+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
What this show covers
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What listeners will find here
Ben Affleck drops in to talk Air, money, friendship, and filmmaking
Ben Affleck joins the hosts for a conversation that ranges from Air to splitting incomes as a pair, rare long-term friendships, and the craft of filmmaking. It’s a re-release of the 2023 episode, with a mix of personal and career-focused chat.
Michael Douglas joins SmartLess for a loose, funny ride through work and beachwear
Michael Douglas is the guest on a wide-ranging SmartLess episode that veers from work and not-working to nasty kids, sweet peas with butter, and the mysterious Ding Hose. Expect a playful, offbeat conversation that mixes celebrity charm with the hosts’ usual curiosity about the human condition.
Seth Meyers drops in for a playful, offbeat SmartLess hang
Seth Meyers is the guest on this episode of SmartLess, promising the show’s usual mix of quick wit and oddball detours. The notes hint at running jokes, busy creative energy, and a conversation that leans more charming and unpredictable than formal.
Benny Blanco steers SmartLess into maritime chaos and breakfast-sandwich detours
Benny Blanco joins SmartLess for an episode that sounds loose, oddball, and proudly hard to predict. The conversation teases maritime insanity, post-pod showers, breakfast sandwiches, intimate apparel, and a guest who claims to have nothing to say.
Matthew Rhys brings heart, humor, and a windowsill meat pie
Matthew Rhys joins for a re-release packed with stories, recipes, and an easygoing, playful vibe. The episode leans into his charm and wit, with talk of traditional Welsh cooking, tales from the past, and plenty of SmartLess-style banter.
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