SmartLess

"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...

"Ryan Reynolds"

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The super-handsome, ultra-talented, and mildly-funny Ryan Reynolds joins us this week on the show. We go deep with the double-R, from stocking shelves...

"LeBron James"

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a whole year, gang. Happy Anniversary... and we love you so damn much it hurts. Also, we found this guy named LeBron James and we went ahead...

"Elizabeth Banks"

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The incred Elizabeth Banks joins us this week from Ireland. Elizabeth is an actor, director, writer, producer, and all-around baller. She teaches us a...

"José Andrés"

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We've got electrolyte-specialist José Andrés on the horn this week for episode numero 50. World-changing Chef, Restauranteur, and Generous Human, Jo...

"David Cross"

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our dear old pal David Cross (comedian, actor, writer, director) jumps into the jacuzzi with us this week. We discuss jail stories, a love for lamp po...

"Justin Theroux"

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our knockaround guy from the old neighborhood, Mr. Justin Theroux, arrives wearing two t-shirts, and departs in only one. Justin is an actor, writer, ...

"Rob McElhenney"

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Golf-buddy Rob McElhenney zips in for some hoots and hollers in Podville, USA. Rob is an actor, writer, director, producer... and co-owner of Wrexham ...

"Mitch Hurwitz"

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The ultra-hydrated Mitch Hurwitz (writer, producer, creator of Arrested Development) rolls on through, teaching us a variety of skills that range from...

"Jake Tapper"

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Jake Tapper surprises & delights us this week. Journalist, CNN lead anchor, author, cartoonist, and cardio-enthusiast, Jake shares workout secrets...

"Zach Galifianakis"

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Zach Galifianakis is upon us. From deep within the Canadian wilderness, this bearded golden-cherub with gorgeously flowing locks helps us see into th...

"Tina Fey"

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What can we say about the lovely Tina Fey? The talented actor, writer, creator and producer is granted 1-hour of time from her parole officer / daught...

"Gwyneth Paltrow"

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The group goes Goop this week with the one-and-only Gwyneth Paltrow. Academy Award winning actor, mom, author, businesswoman, and lover of bone broth,...

"Amy Sedaris"

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are surprised this week by our dear friend, and one of the most hilarious people on the entire planet, Amy Sedaris. She discusses her favorite golf...

"Jessica Meir"

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jessica Meir is truly out of this world. NASA astronaut, marine biologist, physiologist, and role-model-for-all, Jessica joins us this week and shows ...

"Bob Odenkirk"

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome writer, director, actor, and now fight-trained action hero Bob Odenkirk to the show for a strut down the promenade of life. Bob tells us ab...

"Ted Sarandos"

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The gents are thrilled to host their dear friend and boss on the pod this week: Mr. Ted Sarandos (Co-CEO and Chief Content Officer for Netflix). They ...

"Stephen Colbert"

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we take a wild ride through the brain of Mr. Stephen Colbert (host, comedian, pro skier). The gang examines Jason's 'pleasant hostility,' St...

"W. Kamau Bell"

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined this week by Mr. W. Kamau Bell, television host and stand-up comic, and wicked smart dude. He tells us about the birds and the bees, whe...

"Brad Paisley"

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The incredibly talented Brad Paisley shares his perfect blend of country and comedy while we all blush with a crush. "I'm takin' my baby out int...

"George Clooney"

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

George Clooney joins us this week for a hurricane of tears... of joy. Between his ridiculous horseplay and profound, prolific involvement in human rig...

"Awkwafina"

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined this week by the wonderful Awkwafina. She happens to be an expert on the 1999 filmic masterwork: 'Love Stinks' and we're proud to explor...

"David Sinclair"

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Included in the Time 100 as one of the hundred most influential people in the world, David Sinclair parachutes in to learn us some things. Dr. Sinclai...

"Billie Eilish & Finneas O'Connell"

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell are our esteemed first-time-ever Duo Guests in Podland, USA. Welcome to SmartLess, friends. Please keep all arms...

"Judd Apatow"

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Female ice-skating protégé Judd Apatow flies-in to this week's podisode. Wait, hang on. Ok, we're learning now that he’s actually a director. And ...

"Darius Rucker"

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Darius Rucker (singer, songwriter, inspiration) jumps into this week's episode with an apropos hand-held mic. From his Hootie & The Blowfish d...

"Sam Harris"

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The gang takes a journey through the mind of Sam Harris. Sam is a neuroscientist and philosopher who writes and lectures around the world. He is also ...

"Julia Louis-Dreyfus"

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The exquisite and incomparable Julia Louis-Dreyfus joins us this week on the show. Recipient of the Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize for American Hum...