Comedian Ejected from Popular Podcast SmartLess After 10 Minutes
Will Arnett, the host of the popular podcast SmartLess, disclosed an incident where he had to eject a comedian from the show just ten minutes into their conversation. This revelation came during an interview on The Ramesh Ranganathan Show, where Arnett described the unnamed comedian as a “f—ing rank a–hole.”
Incident on SmartLess Podcast
During the interview, Arnett, who is also known for his role in Arrested Development, revealed the challenges faced while hosting the podcast. Alongside fellow hosts Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes, the show is built around surprise guests, ensuring one host invites someone unknown to the others.
Podcast Format and Challenges
- Launched in 2020 during the pandemic.
- Hosts: Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes.
- Format: One host invites a surprise guest unknown to the others.
Arnett expressed that the audience would be shocked to learn the identity of the difficult comedian but chose not to disclose the name. He noted an instance where another comedian requested that her episode not be aired at all due to her concerns about her rising career.
SmartLess and Golden Globe Recognition
SmartLess garnered significant acclaim by receiving a nomination for the inaugural Golden Globe Award for Best Podcast in December. However, the trio lost out to Amy Poehler, Arnett’s ex-wife.
The 291st episode of the podcast featured British pop artist Charlie XCX. During that episode, Bateman faced backlash for inquisitive comments regarding XCX’s choices about having children.
Awkward Interview Moments
In a back-and-forth exchange, Bateman pressed XCX on whether she planned to have more than one child. “I actually don’t really want to have kids,” she replied. The situation became more strained when it was revealed that XCX was married to George Daniel, the drummer of The 1975 band. Bateman’s blunder highlighted the challenges of not preparing for surprise guests.
Despite the awkward moments on the podcast, SmartLess continues to be a significant player in the entertainment space, captivating audiences with its unique format and engaging discussions.
