Netflix is going after your favorite podcasts
Netflix is in talks to snag exclusive streaming rights for some of SiriusXM's biggest video podcasts, like Call Her Daddy, SmartLess, Dateline NBC, Morbid, and Rotten Mango.
The deal would keep these hits off YouTube, with Netflix aiming to expand its content ecosystem and keep subscribers engaged.
Spotify deal and talent agency outreach
Netflix isn't stopping with SiriusXM. It already has a Spotify deal lined up for shows like The Bill Simmons Podcast starting in early 2026 and is eyeing similar partnerships with iHeartMedia.
Plus, it's reaching out to top talent agencies (think WME, UTA, CAA) to sign big-name podcasters ahead of launching a new video podcast hub next year.
Why this matters for you
YouTube might rule video podcasts right now—with over a billion monthly viewers—but Netflix wants in.
By adding popular podcasts and originals to its platform, Netflix hopes to keep things fresh and give you more content options beyond movies and series.
For anyone who loves binge-worthy audio or video stories, this could mean even more reasons not to leave the app.