iHeartMedia and Netflix have announced a new video podcasting partnership. The agreement grants Netflix permission to share the content of approximately 15 original iHeartPodcasts.
The lineup of podcasts joining the streamer includes “The Breakfast Club”; “My Favorite Murder”; “Dear Chelsea”; “This Is Important”; “Bobby Bones Presents: The Bobbycast”; and “The Psychology of Your 20s.”
According to a joint press release, the agreement includes all new episodes from the podcast lineup, as well as some library episodes from each show. New video podcast episodes will launch on Netflix in early 2026 in the U.S., with more markets to follow.
In the release, Bob Pittman, CEO of iHeartMedia, said he is excited to expand the world of podcasting with the creation of a new category — video podcasts.
“Netflix has a leading video-first service, and this partnership perfectly complements our strong audio foundation,” said Pittman. “Working with Netflix — an important leader in entertainment — gives fans one more way to connect with the personalities they love and opens the door to new audiences, including viewers discovering these shows for the first time.”
He added that iHeartPodcasts included in the partnership are now available in both an audio format and as a “natural video extension.”
Lauren Smith, Netflix VP of content licensing and programming strategy, said the streamer looks forward to offering subscribers “highly-entertaining podcasts featuring some of the world’s most dynamic personalities.”
Per the press release, iHeartMedia will retain all audio-only rights and distribution for the shows included in the deal. All podcasts will continue to be available on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.
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