SmartLess

Pull out your ham glazing kit, it’s Paul Rudd. Forensics, a death in the audience, and the best WiFi in town. Are they hocks? They can be. It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

Well, well, well… it’s Amy Poehler. How did you start in comedy? Do you like TV and Movies? Let’s bundle it. Benvenuti… al duecentocinquantesimo.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

On this special Monopoly-themed episode of ClueLess, host Elliott Kalan and constant contestant Sean Hayes invite Sean’s husband Scotty Icenogle to play a new game where the instructions are very simple: Do Not Pass Go! Elliott will give a series of clues, and every answer ends in the letters G-O. The questions increase in difficulty, leading to a MegaClue round where they are worth five points each! Subscribe to ClueLess HERE. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Puzzles in this episode are by Josh Richmond and Jason Reich. Script by Elliott Kalan. Music and sound effects by Devon Torrey Bryant.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

Unhinge your jaw, it’s Jeff Goldblum. Jazz, urgency, true happiness, and ducks going to Moscow. Leave your kids with their helper, they’re good people. It’s a podcast; it’s called SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

The guys are surprised by renowned astrophysicist, planetary scientist and author, Neil deGrasse Tyson. Neil teaches the guys about the wonders of the universe, the concept of infinity, the power of mind-blowing inspiration, and even his own potential parallel universe. Gravity and Levity all at once. This episode was originally released on 7/27/2020.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

Jason recently joined Conan on his podcast “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” to talk about everything from the intense pressures of child acting to the iconic actor who wanted to play him in the "Arrested Development" movie. Listen to the full conversation between Jason and Conan on “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” wherever you get your podcasts.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

It’s the first day of your friendship… with Maria Shriver. Topics include: airline food, emotional sobriety, throwing and going, how to stay engaged and not be mean, and Sean offers to explain what a podcast is. Bring-your-own-hamburger, we’ll do a din. It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

We surely do believe in angels— it’s Elton John & Brandi Carlile. Teleprompters in therapy, Joni’s living room, and the 250-pound mushroom. No more kissing; it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

Every once in a while we class it up over here: John Lithgow. Acting by osmosis, figuring out the funny, a wizard dog, and a witch with a pizza. Excuse me sir, is this your ID? It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

On this episode of ClueLess, host Elliott Kalan and constant contestant Sean Hayes invite Sean’s good friend Jeff Max to hit the gym for Word Workout! Each of the words we give you wants to slim down by one letter, and the remaining letters can be rearranged to answer the given clue. Keep track of all discarded letters to defeat the MegaClue! Subscribe to ClueLess HERE. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Puzzles in this episode are by Josh Richmond. Script by Elliott Kalan. Music and sound effects by Devon Torrey Bryant.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Oh My Goodness: it’s Adam Scott. Black-out curtains, a ’68 Rambler, homonymous encounters, and “what is it about your wife that drives you crazy?” Sleep with your eyes open… on an all-new SmartLess. Bellissima!

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

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 technique. Plus Sean pitches a new compost idea. This episode was originally released on 5/16/2022.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Everyone’s turning 21 this week with Millie Bobby Brown. Accentgate, a cautionary tale, exposed bacteria ports, and Dads. Coyotes are terrified of donkeys… on an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Mama didn’t raise no fool this week, folks; it’s Jelly Roll. Incarceration, the need to write music, and the Nobody Cries Alone Policy. Put on your shower-shoes and go for the heat package… it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

It’s a point of contention already… with our guest Bill Burr. A soliloquy, much needed advice to plumbers, and underground hockey conspiracy theories. Does your dog need Prozac, or do you? It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

Grab your power converters, it’s our national treasure, Mr. Mark Hamill. Spices in space, body-part autographs, time machines, and Scotty’s first pod. Revert to your 9 year-old nerd self… it’s an all-new SmartWars.

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

His name is Ricky Gervais. He likes a crisp IPA, a ripe international spy thriller, and he also happens to care deeply about humanity. Welcome to another wild & crazy episode of SmartLess. This episode was originally released on 12/7/2020.

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

Open the Windows, let’s be BASIC, but don’t XP your pants… it’s the one and only Bill Gates. Pointing, clicking, The Golden Rule, and the dangers of peanut brittle. You have violated the pun law— it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

We're having tea with the dames in heaven: it's Ariana Grande. Moon masks, singing on the treadmill, a wicked slumber, and an insane journey with music. Knock knock, is everyone ok? It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2025

Now there’s a nice fella; it’s Jesse Eisenberg. We talk ‘businesstry’ and beyond: the secret to slapping, magic, anthropology, social networks, and Jimmy Kimmel’s acting. Clip on your hairpiece... it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2025

Ladies and gents, it’s our pal Tig Notaro. Party bits, dabbling for decades, a lesbian flying a helicopter, and a dream come true. Pop on your eagle jacket and hop in your Zamboni; it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2025

Put down the sugar– we have the wonderful Peter Berg. A rash, a seething ball of confusion and rage, and a love for the game. Happy New Year, Listener. It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2025

Gather ‘round listener, it’s Selena Gomez! We talk Craigslist, a hot Barney, and blissful ignorance. Practice your mirror-face; it’s an all-new SmartLess. This episode was originally released on 1/8/2024.

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2025

Mr. Jason Blum finally attains the golden chalice. A babbling brook, a flash of brilliance, and a commercial/residential electrician. “You can swallow saliva, you know. It’s built for that.” Welcome to SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2025

Come fly away with us, it’s Luis Elizondo – former Director of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program. Tin foil hats, muddy bootprints, and “we are the coyote.” The goal of the head is to be round; it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2024

It's a holiday miracle! We love you, listener.

Transcribed - Published: 25 December 2024

Let it cascade; it’s Kieran Culkin. Acting, not-acting, Jazz, meat, and no hobbies. All this could be yours. Welcome to SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2024

Life is in session right now, with Denis Villeneuve. Twilight anesthesia, addiction to power, teenage dreams… and Paddles still makes it to dinner. We are not a medical podcast; it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2024

Superhero Maya Rudolph skydives in for some cork-popping fun on another juicy episode of the pod. Songs are sung, stories are told, and Maya educates us all, by example, on how to be the coolest cucumber around. This episode was originally released on 9/7/2020.

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2024

Lay out your reefer jacket and matching trousers, we have a Commander in the Royal Navy a.k.a. Mr. Daniel Craig giving orders this week. We examine self-reflections such as “do I want to turn into a film horse?” what it’s like to be a Storm Trooper, a numb thumb and no bump, and Room Service: LIVE! Just slide the potatoes under the door… it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

Escape [room] with us and our Triple-A, Zoe Saldaña. The Universal Language, Scientists, Animals & Children, The Volume, and gelato every day. To your point, welcome in… it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2024

Ladies and gents, it’s Jim Gaffigan the clapping sea lion! 200 commercials, 11 specials, 5 children, and a bunch of bottles o’ bourbon. “Did they introduce new numbers?” Welcome to SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024

On the debut episode of ClueLess, host Elliott Kalan and constant contestant Sean Hayes welcome Sean’s SmartLess pals Will and Jason to play a round of It’s A Numbers Game - we give you a simple math problem in the form of famous TV show titles with the numbers removed, can you solve the clues faster than Sean and friends? And even if you do, can you reckon with the MegaClue?! Subscribe to ClueLess here: https://landing.podtrac.com/9mai72vi New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Puzzles in this episode are by Matt Broussard and Josh Richmond.

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2024

This week, Hugh Grant joins us pre-coffee and commando. Diplomacy, an evil Champagne Baron, the Shanks, Greed & Laziness, and the very slippery slope of douchebaggery. “The whole thing started by mistake,” it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2024

Watch out, folks— it’s Don Cheadle, a.k.a. “Donchalant.” What is Jazz? Did Don have a good slumber last night? Get ready for some hard-hitters, like a deadly mignonette, the most rarified air, and both Kansas Cities. From our lips to pods’ ears, it’s an all-new SmartLess. This episode was originally released on 4/8/24.

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2024

Hey Jude… Law. Make room for a new best friend this week, as we have a run in with the Law. Aliens, storytelling, separating the jaw, and a 3 job off-ramp. There’s no brain in the full-body scan… it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2024

Listener, if you please: it’s Alicia Keys. Stride piano, a concrete jungle, the audacity to write a song, a double negative, and a double positive. “That’s the vibe right there…” on an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2024

We chop some pillows with one of our favorite humans: Ms. Keri Russell. M is for Monday, The Mickey Mouse Club, microplastics, and Margo Martindale. Get real much? It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2024

Introducing the new host of Bad Dates, Joel Kim Booster! Each week, Joel's funniest friends will share their stories of where romance goes to die. New episodes available now! https://link.chtbl.com/cSz5MbvY

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2024

This week: the incredible Governor Tim Walz, candidate for Vice President of the USA. We run the gamut with the Governor: from runs, cars, and maps to greased lightning and Maslow’s Hierarchy… and the withholding of a really good joke in really poor taste for the first time ever. We all do better when we all do better – get out and vote!

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2024

Get a haircut; it’s Sacha Baron Cohen. Feeding sharks, clown school, Section 230, and a bomb-proof amplifier. What do you think your face is doing right now? It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2024

GoalLess is a podcast that highlights the passion, personalities, and pitch drama that make soccer beautiful... and hilarious. Hosted by comedian and soccer obsessive Russell Howard and Major League Soccer commentator Chris Wittyngham, GoalLess covers the biggest stories from the Champions League, featuring analysis, laughs, and great guests. What's the goal? You tell us! Brought to you by SmartLess Media and Meadowlark, with Paramount+ https://link.chtbl.com/goalless

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2024

On this week’s episode of Farm Camp: Gillian Anderson! Chicago, computers, industrial films, pornography, and evolution. Do you believe in aliens? It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2024

It’s our bestie Laura Linney, here to collab on a brand new t-shirt idea. We discuss a cleaned-up chicken coop, a whole new winter wardrobe, and how would a turtle walk? Let sleeping dogs lay… whilst podding on an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2024

Will joined Ted and Woody on their new podcast “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (sometimes)” to give them advice on hosting a podcast, delve into Will’s Cheers fandom, and dig into Will’s roots that led to him landing his starring role on "Arrested Development". Listen to the rest of Will’s episode and check out episodes with other guests like Kristen Bell, Conan O’Brien, Jeff Goldblum, Lisa Kudrow, and more by heading over to “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (sometimes)” to subscribe.

Transcribed - Published: 25 September 2024

Let us introduce you to our newest friend Jimmy Flau, a.k.a. James McAvoy. Come along for the orange of performance art, a wanker gym over there, and a 2-liter bottle of ginger. We’re just glad to be there for the middle-point of his career… on an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

Our white whale Mr. Howard Stern joins us LIVE in The Hamptons. An amuse-bouche, a sit-down-Jimmy, two glass eyes, and the loss of all inhibition. Howard you doing? It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2024

No stranger to having a laugh: Mr. Ted Danson joins us for chili… and the silliness of men. Psoriasis commercials, AP English, the Berlin Wall, and No Sasquatch! “Do I look puffy?” Es un episodio nuevo de SmartLéss. Salud.

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024

"Forget about that whole authentic thing," it’s Michael Keaton. The practicality of a Ferrari, puppets, good fortune, and an obscure movie about a bat. Yeah 220, 221, whatever it takes… it’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 2 September 2024

This week: Jared Leto’s first podcast. We free dive into the unknown, exploring fundamentals like brotherhood, the great caves, a bone epidemic, and the Empire State Building. “Wow, you’re so tan.” It’s an all-new SmartLess.

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2024