BREAKING NEWS: Netflix has just announced a groundbreaking deal to become the exclusive home of the wildly popular podcast, Pardon My Take, starting in January 2026. This move marks a significant shift for the Barstool Sports show, which will continue to be available on audio platforms like Spotify and Apple, but will no longer be hosted on YouTube.
During the latest episode of Pardon My Take, co-host Dan “Big Cat” Katz expressed his excitement, stating, “In 2026, January, we don’t have the exact date, but we have come to a deal with Netflix. So Pardon My Take is going to be on Netflix. It’s a big deal for the podcast. It’s surreal.” Katz highlighted the opportunities this partnership could create for the show’s team, declaring, “It allows us to compensate and let some of the behind-the-scenes guys share in the success of the podcast.”
The podcast currently boasts 659,000 subscribers on YouTube, where episodes typically attract hundreds of thousands of views. Katz’s co-host, Eric “PFT” Sollenberger, added, “Netflix sounds like they’re going to be a great partner,” emphasizing their enthusiasm for the collaboration.
This transition is part of Netflix’s aggressive expansion into the video podcasting arena. Alongside Pardon My Take, other popular Barstool programs including The Ryen Russillo Podcast and Spittin Chiclets are also set to make the move to the streaming platform. Russillo, a prominent figure in sports commentary, was a significant acquisition for Barstool in 2025, previously having honed his skills at The Ringer.
In a broader context, Netflix’s strategy includes a deal with Spotify that aims to bring various popular shows, including The Bill Simmons Podcast, onto its platform. Additional shows like The Zach Lowe Show and The McShay Show are also heading to Netflix, indicating a clear shift in the media landscape as streaming services seek to capture the podcasting audience.
As this partnership unfolds, fans of Pardon My Take and Barstool Sports are left eagerly anticipating a new era for the podcasting world. With Netflix’s resources and audience reach, the show is poised for unprecedented growth.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops, and prepare for a new chapter in podcast entertainment that could redefine how fans engage with their favorite shows.
