iHeartMedia Partners with Netflix for Video Podcast Distribution
iHeartMedia enters into an exclusive video podcasting partnership with Netflix for some 15 of its video podcasts to be available on Netflix in early 2026 in the US, with more markets to follow. Podcasts joining the streaming service include: “The Breakfast Club,” “My Favorite
Murder,” “Joe and Jada,” “Dear Chelsea” with Chelsea Handler and “This Is Important” with “Workaholics” stars Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson. iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman states, “Audio podcasting has been the fastest-growing medium over the past 20 years, and now we’re thrilled to expand that experience with an exciting new category – video podcasts. Netflix has a leading video-first service, and this partnership perfectly complements our strong audio foundation. 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.”