Overview
- Netflix and Spotify confirmed a distribution deal to feature a curated selection of Spotify video podcasts on Netflix.
- The initial slate draws from Spotify Studios and The Ringer, including The Bill Simmons Podcast, The Rewatchables, The Zach Lowe Show, The McShay Show, Dissect, Serial Killers, and Ringer shows on the NFL, NBA, Fantasy Football, and F1.
- Availability is scheduled to start in the United States in early 2026, with later expansion to other markets such as Mexico on timelines not yet specified.
- Netflix executive Lauren Smith said the collaboration delivers full video versions across pop culture, lifestyle, true crime, and sports for audiences on both platforms.
- More titles will roll out over time, reflecting the broader shift toward video-first podcast viewing, with YouTube cited as a major competitor.