SmartLess

"Pedro Pascal"

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pull over and turn the car off— it’s “the ultimate Daddy” a.k.a. Pedro Pascal, stuck in an empty interrogation room with us. This week include...

"Kaley Cuoco"

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A haiku for Kaley Cuoco:Comedy's delight,Kaley's wit ignites laughter,Podcast joy takes flight.Please support us by supporting our sponsors. Subscribe...

“Depeche Mode”

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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— ...

"Matthew Rhys"

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 y...

"Paul Anka"

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

"Bill Hader"

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Things we discuss with the insanely talented Bill Hader: Portal-to-portalA hat on a hatPot roast for breakfastNut allergiesHow high can you jump?Did y...

"The Russo Brothers"

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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....

"Joaquin Phoenix"

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“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 Joaqui...

"Simon Le Bon"

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 B...

"Rob Lowe"

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

"Ben Affleck"

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 fi...

"Keanu Reeves"

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome fellow goalie “cool breeze over the mountains” a.k.a. Keanu Reeves to the show to discuss sellin’ cornflakes, workin’ on workin, an...

"Jon Favreau"

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"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 concen...

"Al Michaels"

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

"Natasha Lyonne"

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gather ‘round for some storytelling with this week’s guest, Natasha Lyonne. The flock flies us through ATM shenanigans, toasties & flat whites, an...

"Brendan Fraser"

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

"Billy Crudup"

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

"Eugene Levy"

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

"Tracee Ellis Ross"

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

"Dana Carvey"

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 capita...

"Bono"

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

"Steven Spielberg"

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 castl...

"John Krasinski"

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

"Alejandro Iñárritu"

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We suspend reality with the one and only Alejandro Iñárritu, discussing bear attacks, finger dexterity exercises, and a little bit about filmmaking....

"Edward Norton"

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

History major Edward Norton swims with the pod this week, uncovering rare treasures like a Portillo’s private plane, Asian long-horned beetles, a wo...

"James Cameron"

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s raining Skittles this week, as the ultra-cool James Cameron shows us how to swim. We dive into the abyss of invented reality… a world of deep...

"Emily Blunt"

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We find our Quiet Place with the wonderfully charming Emily Blunt. Will auditions for Friends, Emily pronounces “Arnold Palmer” with precision, an...

"Sigourney Weaver"

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The illustrious Sigourney Weaver trains us to breathe underwater, look into camera, and make chocolates for agents. “Get off my mountain!” It’s ...

"Rian Johnson"

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pull those Knives Out and lay some Brick: it’s writer/director Rian Johnson. We discuss ‘making movies with a bunch of friends,’ and a hairy Yul...

"Kumail Nanjiani"

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we host the illustrious Kumail Nanjiani to discuss weight gain tips, the definition of a real man, and a snake fighting a mongoose. “Happy...

"Charlize Theron"

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welkom by ‘n nuwe SmartLess, where Sean makes Sloppy Joes, we all get tattoos, and we finally get to talk golf, tennis, and pickleball with the one ...

"Wayne Gretzky"

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You’re gonna give a puck about this week’s guest, Mr. Wayne Gretzky. We sit down with The Great One to talk figure skating, golf tips, and Chex Mi...

"President Joe Biden"

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to SmartLess… with The 46th President of the United States, Joe Biden. Need we say more? Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new ep...

"Elisabeth Moss"

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We have our cake (and eat it too) with the ultra-talented Elisabeth Moss. Sean gets Lizzy’s address, Will tries to figure out how cool Jazz is, and ...

"Steve Carell "

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sapphire-Steve Carell joins us this week via Wicked SmahtLess Satellite-Uplink. We review his resume from resident DJ to mail carrier… to just a guy...

"Tony Hale"

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Set your sails, it’s Tony Hale! We’ve got the double-Emmy winner and good friend of the show Busting in this week. Jason gets his hands dirty, Wil...

"Kevin Bacon"

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We sizzle up some Kevin Bacon on this week’s ep of our little pea pod. Sean almost reinterprets Footloose, while Will and Jason duke it out over who...

"Anderson Cooper"

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Strap on your helmet and grab your go-bag; we’ve got Anderson Cooper live on the scene. We go floor-to-floor via fireman’s pole, sharing war stori...

"Allison Janney"

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Figure skating champ, Allison Janney rolls between takes on your favey poddy. We learn some hand-to-hand combat, how to smoke around a bird, and Jason...

"Katy Perry"

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve got the lovely Katy Perry on the mic this week, who gives parental advice, talks pop anthems and halftime shows, and fine, you’re gonna hear...

"Ethan Hawke"

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The uber-talented Ethan Hawke joins us this week on the wunderpod. We talk acting, directing, and of course, alternate Elvis realities. Plus Sean cons...

"John Legend"

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Legend has it, we got an EGOT on the pod. John Legend joins us this week and we hum some nonsense together, talk crosswords, and get trained on proper...

“Ewan McGregor”

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We rustle up a motorcycling Obi-Wan-of-a-kind: Mr. Ewan McGregor, coming to us from the sanctum of his tiny house. The guys get some much-needed golf ...

"Kenan Thompson"

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kenan Thompson, SNL’s longest-tenured cast member, joins us this week from Atlanta. Everyone has a go at their best Lorne voice, and we quickly real...

"Shawn Levy"

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Talk about great hair… it’s Shawn Levy comin’ through from a Hungarian hotel to educate us on cinematic heft and settle-down hands. We try to qu...

"Arcade Fire"

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grab your joystick and a handful of kindling; Win Butler and Régine Chassagne of Arcade Fire join us from New Orleans to jam a bit and talk nimble fu...

"Kerry Washington"

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The incredibly talented actor/producer Kerry Washington joins us this week to give us a safer-sex education. Sean becomes our next Barbara Walters, Wi...

"Jordan Peele"

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Master of puppets, Mr. Jordan Peele surprises us this week on the pod. We of course cover the ‘illusion’ of le cinéma, the ‘spectacle’ of Hol...

"James Burrows"

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James a.k.a. “Jimmy” Burrows (co-creator of Cheers and prolific television director of shows such as Taxi, Frasier, Friends, Will & Grace, the lis...

"Jack Black"

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Thomas Jacob Black, a.k.a. “Jack Black” reveals himself from behind a piece of toilet paper for this week’s rich and buttery (yet subtle and nut...

"Jeff Bridges"

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We come to you from the ranch, where we do some trim tabbing and advanced pretending with Jeff Bridges, a.k.a. “Uncle Jeff.” So grab your shades a...

"Jenny Slate"

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

"Chris Pratt"

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are surprised and delighted this week by door-to-door salesman, Chris Pratt. We discuss the emotional rollercoaster of golf, pineapple shrimp, lemo...

"Bradley Cooper"

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grab your Pepcid AC; it’s time for a spicy-hot Episode 100 of SmartLess. Come laugh and cry with us, as we wet the reed and snap with both hands for...

“Phil Lord & Christopher Miller”

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our Surprise Guest(s) this week are the dynamic duo: Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. “The Hall & Oates of film & television” make us a few table...

"Kristen Wiig"

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Go fig… it’s Kristen Wiig! Born in the Amazon basin, and having never used electricity prior to the age of 18 (when she began her journey as a wor...

"Ben Stiller"

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We go into some deep shoppe-talk with the hilarious and ultra-talented Ben Stiller. We cover all the necessary nuances, like applying makeup in front ...

"John Mulaney"

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As John Mulaney always says: “sugar goes into this body.” This week’s guest gets deep about his former tag crew, hypnotism, and proper swaddle t...

"Mike Myers"

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Will invites another Canadian treasure this week: Mr. Mike Myers. 18 seconds of pleasure and a lifetime of responsibility, 2% water and 98% ham, and a...

“Liam Neeson”

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Avid fly fisherman Liam Neeson brings his very particular set of skills (and his Stanley thermos) to the show this week. To Sean’s dismay, we don’...

"Bill Maher"

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a large-scale diorama at the Museum of Natural SmartLess. This week Bill Maher teaches us about the finer details in life, like bottle serv...

"Craig Robinson"

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sean’s old college buddy Craig Robinson hops aboard the SmartLess catamaran as we sail into a sea of laughs and journey through history. From Craig’...

"Michael Lewis"

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re an island of misfit toys with big-brained Michael Lewis (author of books such as Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game and The Big Shor...

"Jon Hamm"

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The guys go full-Yamaha this week with avid golfer, Jon Hamm. It’s mad, man. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ...

"David Spade"

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this diamond of an episode, ace comedian David Spade shuffles on in. Our hearts are captured as we get royally flushed, and you bet your bottom dol...

"Thom Yorke & Jonny Greenwood"

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s smart-plate special: Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood from that tiny band Radiohead. Bon appétit. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to list...

"Cate Blanchett"

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We roll up our sleeves and get down to business with none other than Cate Blanchett. She reveals her aspirations to make cheese, Sean fans-out on Lord...

"Paul Thomas Anderson"

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Italian candy expert, amateur filmmaker (and recipient of 11 Academy Awards) Paul Thomas Anderson joins us this week to dig into the businesstry and t...

"Charlie Day"

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ab...

“Courteney Cox”

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The universe served up Ms. Courteney Cox this week for an education on steak sauce recipes, upgrading your home decor, and the secret to the bachelor’...

“Eddie Vedder”

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A song comprised of quotes from this episode:Midnight shifts, foiling 3 feet off the waterThe waves are X amount of feet highThis is breakfastYou’re...

“Adam McKay”

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jump into a bouncy castle full of hyenas and long-stemmed wine glasses with this week’s guest, Adam McKay. It’s SmartLess. It’s a podcast. Subsc...

"Johnny Knoxville"

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of JackLess: PJ teaches us how to be brave, Jason gets a new operating system, Will shamelessly promotes, and Sean finally ...

“Michael Moore”

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time for a Canadian strip-search this week: we have Michael Moore on the pod. And when it comes to this episode description, clearly less is Mo...

“David Byrne”

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re SmartLess, so things Stopped Making Sense a while ago… but it’s David Byrne, people! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new epis...

"Kathryn Hahn"

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

First we cross Jordan then head to Serbia and Greece with the ultra-talented Kathryn Hahn. Kathryn makes us giggle uncontrollably, Will critiques Jaso...

“Barry Sonnenfeld”

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Barry Sonnenfeld, call your mother! The game-changing Director and Cinematographer joins us this week to teach us the rules: don’t have surgery on y...

"Woody Harrelson"

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We dive into trash bags with Woody Harrelson, who comes to us live from Winnipeg. We explore Woody’s life and career, we get our first ‘random lis...

"Will Forte"

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the words of Will Forte, "It's almost too much for your eyes and ears to handle." Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Smar...

"Jimmy Fallon"

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The host with the most Mr. Jimmy Fallon teleports to us from NYC. Jimmy takes over Lorne's office, he describes his new show about jellies, and teache...

"Sandra Bullock"

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sandra Bullock speeds over for this week’s episode. Sandra teaches us German, Jason probes her on charcuterie, Will auditions for her new marketing ...

"Dave Grohl"

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The pod’s like a house of mud-wrestlers this week when Dave Grohl rolls on through. We learn how to live on corn dogs, we discover there’s another...

"Halle Berry"

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are surprised this week by the amazingly talented Halle Berry. Actor, director, activist, and mother, Halle joins us to discuss her directing debut...

“Dr. Vivek Murthy”

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we welcome our nation’s doctor, The United States Surgeon General. Dr. Murthy blesses us with his wisdom across light topics of discussio...

"Jerry Seinfeld"

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Aspiring Little League coach Jerry Seinfeld joins us this week to talk about the History of the Pop-Tart and the power of “No, thank you.” So spla...

"Tom Hanks"

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are very T.Hankful this week, with surprise guest Tom Hanks. Tom renames the show “HelpLess,” Sean practices his critically-recognized hosting ...

"Joe Buck"

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We go Buck wild with strong-shouldered sports commentator Joe Buck. From dads to daddy issues and hair transplants to high-intensity potty breaks, we ...

"Chelsea Handler"

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

"David Remnick"

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why is David Remnick always so cold? He’s surrounded by drafts. Editor of The New Yorker and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer David Remnick joins us th...

"Jeff Daniels"

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This wonderful week brings us thespian-extraordinaire Jeff Daniels. We deep-dive on craft, hear about collaborators from Sorkin to Cagney to Forman, a...

"Jon Stewart"

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Day bartender and Egyptian silk connoisseur Jon Stewart joins us for a chat. Comedian, writer, director, and television host, Jon shares so much with ...

"Ken Burns"

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are blessed to have Ken Burns sit down with us this week. Ken clears up the rumors about George Washington’s wooden teeth and teaches us how much...

"Tiffany Haddish"

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Actor and comedian Tiffany Haddish sits down with us on 'opportunity day.' She tells about growing up in South Central Los Angeles and her journey to ...

"Fred Armisen"

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our hombre Fred Armisen comes to us via satellite uplink on another extra-special episode in Podland, USA. The hijinks never end, with Will & Sean mak...

“Sean Penn”

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Yo, folks– it’s Sean Penn. Humanitarian, actor, director, writer, and surfer, Sean Penn joins us for a chat and a smoke break. We discuss his new...

"Octavia Spencer"

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are blessed by our guest Octavia Spencer this week. Octavia is an Academy Award winning actor, producer, and author, and the first black actress to...

"Daniel Ricciardo"

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Formula One race car driver Daniel Ricciardo cruises through to talk with the gang, discussing everything from Daniel’s water weight management syst...

"Tony Hawk"

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We shred some serious pod this week with the raddest dude of all: Tony Hawk. Tony teaches the newbs proper parlance, tells us about his foundation The...

"J.J. Abrams"

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We’re surprised and delighted this fine Monday… by Mr. J.J. Abrams. This wildly creative filmmaker and musician gives us an hour inside his brain....

"Joy Reid"

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Joy Reid blesses us with her magical presence on this week’s episode of ChairPod SmartArm. Joy is host of MSNBC's "The ReidOut," and (this...