Spotify’s first ever TV channel is coming exclusively to Samsung TVs – and it’s completely free to access

Original story by: TechRadar Last updated: Oct 16, 2025

Context: Spotify is expanding into free TV streaming by launching an exclusive channel on Samsung TV Plus, featuring video podcasts from The Ringer network. This move follows a recent announcement of a similar partnership with Netflix.
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Detailed Summary:
- Spotify has partnered with Samsung TV Plus to launch a new, free streaming channel.
- This channel will exclusively feature video podcast episodes from The Ringer, a podcast network owned by Spotify.
- The content will be presented in a 24-hour loop and is accessible on Samsung TVs equipped with the Samsung TV Plus app.
- Popular shows from The Ringer, such as "The Rewatchables," "Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay," and "House of R," will be available.
- Not all of The Ringer's shows, including "The Bill Simmons Podcast," are currently included in this offering.
- This initiative aligns with Spotify's broader strategy to promote its video podcast format, as also indicated by an upcoming partnership with Netflix in 2026 to bring video podcasts to that platform.
- Samsung has welcomed this partnership, viewing it as an expansion of entertainment options for their TV Plus users.