Netflix Expands Into Podcasts Through iHeartMedia Partnership

New Video Podcast Lineup Set for 2026

Netflix has announced a major step into the audio‑visual podcast arena by striking a multi‑year agreement with iHeartMedia, one of the world’s largest radio‑network operators.

The collaboration will bring roughly 30 video‑podcast series to the streaming platform over the next few years, with the first wave slated for launch in 2026.

Among the upcoming titles is the acclaimed morning show The Breakfast Club, which will be adapted into a visual format for Netflix’s global audience.

Netflix’s move reflects a broader industry trend of blending traditional radio content with on‑demand streaming, offering viewers a richer, more interactive experience.

Both companies say the partnership will leverage iHeartMedia’s extensive library of talent and Netflix’s production capabilities to create “immersive, story‑driven podcasts” that can be watched as well as listened to.