The Bill Simmons Podcast will premiere on Netflix on January 11. The episode will stream live at 11:30 p.m. ET. This marks a significant shift for the popular sports talk show.Following the live broadcast, the video version will be available on Netflix and Spotify. The audio-only episode will release across all standard podcast platforms. This hybrid model aims to reach both video and traditional audio audiences.According to Reuters, this is the first confirmed date for podcasts moving to Netflix under a prior partnership. The deal involves Spotify Studios and The Ringer, Simmons’ media company. Several other Ringer podcasts will follow at a later time.
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The arrival of the Bill Simmons podcast on Netflix is more than a simple show addition. It represents a strategic pivot for the streaming giant into live, topical programming. This move fundamentally alters the video podcasting landscape and offers fans a new way to engage with their favorite hosts.
References: Reuters
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