Netflix signs multi-year Barstool Sports deal to stream top podcasts starting 2026 — here's what sports fans need to know

Barstool Netflix: Netflix is expanding its presence in sports media with a new multi-year partnership with Barstool Sports that will bring video versions of three of Barstool’s biggest podcasts exclusively to the streaming platform starting in early 2026.

Barstool Sports Podcasts Coming Exclusively to Netflix

Under the agreement, Netflix will stream all new video episodes of Pardon My Take, The Ryen Russillo Podcast, and Spittin’ Chiclets, along with select episodes from each show’s library, as per a report. The audio versions of the podcasts will continue to be available on the platforms where listeners already access them.

Barstool Netflix Launch Set for Early 2026 in the US

The video podcasts will debut on Netflix in the United States, with plans to roll out to additional markets at a later date, as per a Netflix Tudum report.


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Barstool Founder Dave Portnoy Reacts to Netflix Partnership

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy said that, “We’re excited to partner with Netflix and hopefully bring new audiences to each platform," as quoted by Netflix Tudum.

Pardon My Take Leads Barstool’s Netflix Lineup

The three shows represent some of the most prominent voices in modern sports media. Pardon My Take, hosted by Big Cat and PFT Commenter, is Barstool’s top-ranked sports podcast and is known for its mix of sports commentary, recurring segments, and humor.

The Ryen Russillo Podcast Brings Long-Form Sports Analysis to Netflix

The Ryen Russillo Podcast features in-depth analysis and long-form conversations with athletes, media figures, and others across the sports world.

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Spittin’ Chiclets Brings Hockey Culture to Barstool Netflix

Spittin’ Chiclets, hosted by Ryan Whitney, Paul Bissonnette, and Rear Admiral, focuses on hockey culture, combining NHL coverage with pop culture and storytelling.

Netflix Turns to Barstool for Personality-Driven Sports Content

For Netflix, the deal continues its push into sports-related programming that centers on personalities and conversation rather than live games.

Netflix Says Barstool Partnership Delivers What Fans Want

Lauren Smith, Netflix’s vice president of content licensing and programming strategy, said the company is “Thrilled to team up with Barstool Sports and bring their top video podcasts to Netflix,” adding that, “This partnership broadens how our members connect with Barstool’s leading sports voices and delivers exactly what our members crave: unfiltered commentary, sharp takes, and undeniable humor. We look forward to giving fans another exciting way to engage with the conversations they love on Netflix,” as quoted by Netflix Tudum.

FAQs

What is the Barstool Netflix deal?

Netflix signed a multi-year partnership to stream video versions of select Barstool podcasts.

Which Barstool podcasts are coming to Netflix?

Pardon My Take, The Ryen Russillo Podcast, and Spittin’ Chiclets.