Netflix is expanding its nonfiction and talk-based lineup with a new partnership with Barstool Sports, announced as a multi-year agreement that will bring exclusive video versions of three of Barstool’s most popular sports podcasts to the streaming platform.
Beginning in early 2026, Netflix subscribers in the United States will be able to watch new video episodes of Pardon My Take, The Ryen Russillo Podcast, and Spittin’ Chiclets. Additional international markets are expected to follow, though no rollout timeline beyond the U.S. launch has been disclosed.
The Netflix Barstool Sports partnership applies exclusively to the video format of these shows. Audio versions will continue to be distributed widely across existing podcast platforms, maintaining their current availability outside of Netflix.
What the Netflix Barstool Sports Partnership Includes
Under the terms of the agreement, Netflix will host all new video episodes from the three podcasts, along with a curated selection of library episodes from each show. The press release does not specify how extensive the library offering will be or whether episode availability will rotate.
Netflix confirmed that the partnership focuses on video podcasts rather than traditional episodic television production. Episodes will retain their established format and hosts, with no changes announced to runtime, release cadence, or editorial structure.
The Podcasts Joining Netflix in Early 2026
The Netflix Barstool Sports partnership centers on three long-running shows that anchor Barstool’s podcast ecosystem.
Pardon My Take, hosted by Big Cat and PFT Commenter, is Barstool’s top-ranked sports podcast. The show blends sports commentary with recurring segments and interviews, and has maintained a consistent release schedule for years.
The Ryen Russillo Podcast features host Ryen Russillo’s analysis of major sports topics alongside interviews and extended conversations with athletes, media figures, and industry voices.
Spittin’ Chiclets, hosted by Ryan Whitney, Paul Bissonnette, and Rear Admiral, focuses on hockey coverage, particularly the NHL, while also incorporating broader sports and pop culture discussion.
Netflix did not announce plans to add additional Barstool podcasts beyond this initial lineup.
How the Partnership Fits Netflix’s Content Strategy
The Netflix Barstool Sports partnership reflects Netflix’s continued experimentation with unscripted formats that sit outside traditional series and film structures. Video podcasts have increasingly blurred the line between streaming television and digital-first talk content, and Netflix has been selective in how it integrates these formats into its platform.
This deal does not signal a shift away from Netflix’s core scripted slate, nor does it replace existing sports programming tied to live events. Instead, the partnership adds recurring, personality-driven content that complements Netflix’s broader nonfiction offering.
Netflix Vice President of Content Licensing and Programming Strategy Lauren Smith described the partnership as a way to broaden how members engage with sports commentary on the platform. No additional Barstool-related projects were announced alongside the deal.
Barstool Sports and Platform Reach
Barstool Sports enters the Netflix Barstool Sports partnership with an established audience built across podcasts, social media, video, and live events. The company confirmed that the collaboration is designed to introduce its shows to Netflix’s subscriber base while keeping its existing distribution model intact.
Founder Dave Portnoy acknowledged the dual-platform approach, noting that the partnership allows both companies to reach new audiences without removing access for current listeners.
Release Timing and Availability
Netflix confirmed that the video podcasts will debut on the platform in early 2026, starting in the United States. International availability will expand over time, though Netflix has not specified which regions will be included or when.
This marks Netflix’s third podcast partnership, following earlier deals with Spotify and iHeartMedia.
Key Details
- Partnership: Netflix Barstool Sports partnership
- Platform: Netflix (video podcasts only)
- Launch window: Early 2026
- Initial availability: United States, with additional markets to follow
- Podcasts included: Pardon My Take, The Ryen Russillo Podcast, Spittin’ Chiclets
- Format: Video versions of podcasts
- Audio availability: Remains widely available on existing podcast platforms
- Library content: Select past episodes included
- Companies involved: Netflix and Barstool Sports
- Release schedule: Ongoing episodes; specific cadence not announced
