Martha Stewart is expanding her media footprint through a major content deal with Netflix.
The lifestyle mogul is bringing two of her popular projects to the streaming platform following the success of her documentary. The new series features broad discussions with prominent figures across entertainment, culinary arts, and corporate leadership.
This new venture comes on the heels of the unexpected end of Meghan Markle’s time with Netflix, after which the streaming giant terminated its deal with her lifestyle brand.
Netflix is expanding its relationship with Stewart by acquiring her audio interview project and culinary show. Building on the momentum of her 2024 documentary, the streaming provider has added both video episodes of her self-titled podcast and her culinary program to its catalog.
The video version of her interview series arrives on the platform on Wednesday through a partnership between Netflix and iHeartMedia. While the audio remains accessible across podcast feeds, full-length video recordings will stream exclusively on the service. Additionally, her cooking show premieres on the platform on Tuesday, August 25.
Expressing enthusiasm about the launch, Stewart shared her thoughts on expanding into video format.
“I’m delighted to bring my podcast to Netflix, and with that, introduce the medium of video to the series,” Stewart said, per Entertainment Weekly.
“Netflix is the perfect partner to share and amplify the thoughtful and informative conversations the show is known for with an even greater audience,” she added.
The debut streaming episode features Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian for a conversation covering personal goals, family dynamics, business ventures, and life alongside his spouse, Serena Williams.
Meanwhile, a few months ago, Netflix appreciated Markle’s vision for her lifestyle brand, while announcing that their business partnership was coming to an end.
Before securing her new Netflix program, Martha Stewart voiced sharp opinions regarding Meghan Markle’s venture into culinary media.
According to The Blast, when asked about Markle’s attempt to establish herself as a culinary personality, Stewart expressed skepticism regarding the shift from acting and royalty to home entertainment.
“If you’re an actress, it’s hard to then transition from a princess into a homemaking guru on a television show. It doesn’t sort of follow,” the 85-year-old remarked.
The lifestyle authority emphasized that shifting across such disparate industries lacks logical career continuity.
Representatives Dispute Claims Regarding Dinner Party Discussions
Following Stewart’s public critiques, individuals close to Markle disputed claims that the Duchess openly discussed private royal matters at the California event.
The exchange followed a confidential family gathering in the United Kingdom, where Markle, Prince Harry, and their children met with King Charles and Queen Camilla at Highgrove.
Although Buckingham Palace requested privacy for the event, Stewart reportedly said she overheard Markle discussing the trip with fellow guests, according to The Blast.
“I had dinner with Meghan Markle the other night. We were both guests at a dinner party in California. And she had just gotten back from the palace. I didn’t talk to her really more than to say a couple words, but I know she was talking about it,” Stewart had stated.
In response, an insider said Markle only mentioned enjoying a European holiday, adding, “I think she must have been confused.” Additionally, the event host said Stewart’s narrative was false, confirming that Markle only said her family enjoyed their trip.
Martha Stewart’s Statements Reportedly Caused Personal Distress for Meghan Markle
Despite the public clarifications, Stewart’s commentary reportedly caused significant distress for the duchess.
Addressing the tension, a media insider framed Stewart’s comments as intentional positioning within the industry.
“Martha is very territorial and very catty,” the source claimed, as reported by The Blast. “Of course she knows that her words carry a lot of weight. No one thinks it’s an accident that she managed to make Meghan look bad and get herself a load of attention in the process.”
Stewart is no stranger to letting her products do all the bragging for her brand. Last year, the entrepreneur marked her birthday by announcing a major brand launch.
The Blast reported that she shared a post revealing her luxury skincare company, Elm Biosciences, developed alongside dermatologist Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali.
Detailing the extensive development process on social media, Stewart expressed excitement about debuting the line after years of preparation.
“After 5 years of working behind the scenes, hundreds of prototypes, and endless hours of research—we can’t wait to finally share @elmbiosciences with you all,” she wrote.
