If you enjoy watching the Barstool Sports’ Pardon My Take podcast on YouTube, change is in the air beginning in 2026. Dan “Big Cat” Katz and Eric “PFT Commenter” Sollenberger, hosts of the popular sports podcast, announced that the show’s video version will be exclusively available on Netflix beginning January 2026.
“In 2026 January. We don’t have the exact date, but we have come to a deal with Netflix. Pardon My Take is going to be on Netflix. So here’s how it’s going to work: our podcast video will be exclusively on Netflix,” Katz said during Thursday’s episode.
The move marks a major expansion for the podcast, which has grown into one of the most influential sports media brands over the past decade. Katz said the partnership with Netflix represents both a personal milestone and a strategic opportunity for the show.
“It’s a big deal for the podcast. It’s surreal. I think it’s going to open some more doors for us. It also allows us to compensate and let some of the behind-the-scenes guys—guys in the booth. All these other guys—share in the success of the podcast. So we’re very excited about that part,” Katz added.
Despite the platform change for the video portion of the podcast, Katz emphasized that the content of Pardon My Take will remain unchanged.
“Nothing is changing in terms of content. Netflix, we talked to them, a great partner, so nothing’s going to be changing. It’s just that’s where the podcast is going to live now, and we’re excited,” he said.
Katz also highlighted the growth potential and the significance of the milestone for the show’s trajectory. “This has been a crazy journey, and obviously the podcast is doing very well. It’s cool to have an opportunity like this. So we’re pumped,” he said.
Katz explained that for audio consumers of Pardon My Take, there will be no changes as to how listeners can consume the product. Pardon My Take has consistently been a top 100 podcast on YouTube’s weekly podcast charts all year.
Sollenberger noted the potential benefits of a mainstream platform for reaching new audiences, particularly families.
“One thing that I’ve really liked over the years is when we find out about parents and their kids listening to Pardon My Take, that it’s becoming something they bond over. It’s nice to hear. I feel like, even with Netflix, that’s going to be a good barrier to clear with parents. Trying to explain to my mom how to get on YouTube or to watch the podcast—it’s kind of difficult. She’s locked and loaded on Netflix,” he said.
Netflix has also arranged agreements in the same manner with two other Barstool Sports’ podcasts. Spittin Chiclets, and The Ryen Russillo Show will launch in the U.S. market, with more countries to follow. Barstool founder Dave Portnoy confirmed thew news in a video post on X. The deal includes both new and select episodes from each show’s libraries. Audio versions of the shows will remain normal on all podcast platforms.
“We’re thrilled to team up with Barstool Sports and bring their top video podcasts to Netflix,” said Lauren Smith, Netflix’s VP of content licensing and programming strategy, in a statement to Front Office Sports. “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.”
Yesterday, iHeartMedia, the nation’s leading audio company, and Netflix announced an exclusive video podcasting partnership that will bring more than 15 original iHeartPodcasts to the streaming service. The deal includes all new episodes of participating shows, as well as select episodes from their existing libraries.
Earlier this year, Netflix and Spotify have announced a new partnership to bring some of the digital audio company’s biggest podcasts to the video streaming platform next year. Many of the podcasts included in the deal are from The Ringer, which was launched by Bill Simmons in 2016 and purchased by Spotify in 2020 for $250 million. The network’s roster features more than 50 programs.
The announcement signals a growing trend for Netflix, where popular podcasts are increasingly securing partnerships with the streaming platform. As the podcast prepares for its Netflix debut, fans can expect the same mix of sports commentary, interviews, and comedic segments that have made Pardon My Take a cultural touchstone in sports media.
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