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SmartLess

Three friends surprise each other with mystery celebrity guests

★ 4.6 / 5.0 Editors' score

SmartLess is a Comedy podcast hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett. Three friends surprise each other with mystery celebrity guests It has 310 episodes on a weekly schedule, averaging 50 minutes per episode, with its first episode in 2020-07-20. It is rated 4.6/5. Known for mystery guest format, a-list celebrity interviews, three hilarious hosts.

Key Facts

Host Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett
Category Comedy
Episodes 310
Frequency Weekly
Avg. duration 50 minutes
First episode 2020-07-20
Rating 4.6 / 5.0
Last updated 2026-02-24

Overview

SmartLess is a podcast featuring Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett. Each episode features one of the hosts surprising the others with a mystery guest, leading to unscripted and hilarious conversations.

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What Makes It Stand Out

  • Mystery guest format
  • A-list celebrity interviews
  • Three hilarious hosts
  • Unscripted banter
  • Weekly releases

Pros

  • ✅ Fantastic chemistry between hosts
  • ✅ Consistently funny
  • ✅ High-profile guests

Cons

  • ❌ Sometimes feels like an inside joke
  • ❌ Can be too casual for some

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SmartLess podcast about?
SmartLess is a podcast featuring Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett. Each episode features one of the hosts surprising the others with a mystery guest, leading to unscripted and hilarious conversations.
Who hosts SmartLess?
SmartLess is hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett.
How often does SmartLess release episodes?
SmartLess publishes on a weekly schedule, with 310 episodes to date, averaging 50 minutes each.
What are the downsides of SmartLess?
Some listeners note: Sometimes feels like an inside joke; Can be too casual for some.
What podcasts are similar to SmartLess?
See our full list of SmartLess alternatives, with side-by-side details and ratings, on the SmartLess alternatives page.

Last updated: 2026-02-24