#Socialites, come get into: Netflix is officially trying to muscle its way into the video podcast streets!
The streaming giant is gearing up for 2026 with a major pivot, announcing plans to bring more video podcasts onto the platform.
Netflix revealed the news Tuesday morning, stating, “Starting early 2026, Netflix will be the exclusive home for the video versions of iHeartRadio’s top podcasts – including The Breakfast Club, My Favorite Murder, Joe and Jada, Dear Chelsea, Bobbycast, and This Is Important – alongside a robust slate of additional shows.”
Translation? If you want to watch these podcasts, Netflix is about to be the only place to do it…
Right now, YouTube still reigns supreme as the go-to platform for video podcasts, but Netflix is clearly making a calculated move to challenge that dominance. Under the new deal, full video episodes from iHeartMedia’s top shows will no longer be allowed to appear on YouTube. Those visuals will live exclusively on Netflix.
That said, this isn’t a total lockout. iHeartMedia is still holding on to all audio-only rights and distribution, meaning fans can continue listening on traditional podcast platforms without interruption. The real shift here is about visuals and exclusivity.
For The Breakfast Club, this marks a major evolution. What started as a radio show that grew into a cultural staple is now stepping fully into the streaming era, with Netflix betting big on its loyal audience and undeniable influence.
Bottom line: Netflix wants your podcasts, your screen time, and your subscriptions. And starting in 2026, if you want to see The Breakfast Club in full video form, you already know where you’ll be headed.