News Kevin Durant’s Boardroom Signs Podcast Deal With Amazon’s Wondery By A.Z. Jun 22, 2026 3:01 PM – Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JULY 10: Kevin Durant #7 of the United States walks on the court after the team’s 86-72 victory over Canada in their exhibition game ahead of the Paris Olympic Games at T-Mobile Arena on July 10, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman’s media company, Boardroom, has entered a new partnership with Amazon-owned podcast network Wondery, marking another step in the company’s expansion beyond sports media and into premium audio programming. The agreement will bring several Boardroom-produced podcasts to Wondery’s distribution and advertising network. Financial terms were not disclosed. The deal comes as Amazon continues to strengthen Wondery’s podcast portfolio through partnerships with high-profile creators and media brands. In recent years, Wondery has secured major agreements involving some of the industry’s most recognizable personalities and shows, reflecting growing competition among podcast distributors seeking larger audiences and advertising revenue streams. Boardroom was founded in 2019 by Durant, the NBA superstar, and longtime business partner Rich Kleiman. The company focuses on the intersection of sports, business, entertainment and culture. What began as a content platform has evolved into a broader media brand with events, newsletters, video programming and original podcasts. Read Next HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – MAY 30: Mario attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Columbia Pictures’ “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” at TCL Chinese Theatre on May 30, 2024 in Hollywood, California. 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Through Boardroom and investment firm Thirty Five Ventures, he has built a portfolio spanning media, technology, sports and entertainment. The company has sought to create content that highlights the business decisions, investments and cultural influence of athletes and executives. Boardroom’s podcast lineup has featured conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers and business leaders. The shows often focus on leadership, innovation, ownership and personal branding, topics that have become central to the company’s identity. Amazon Continues Podcast Push Read Next NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 01: Savannah Guthrie is seen on the NBC Today Show Citi Concert Series at Rockefeller Plaza on October 01, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by NDZ/Star Max/GC Images) Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Reportedly Died Shortly After Abduction, Ransom Note Claims The Boardroom agreement arrives as Amazon continues investing in podcast content through Wondery. The company recently expanded its slate with additional creator partnerships and exclusive distribution arrangements, underscoring the strategic role podcasts play across Amazon Music and other Amazon-owned platforms. Industry observers view podcasting as an increasingly important area for media companies seeking new advertising opportunities and direct relationships with consumers. While competition remains intense among major audio platforms, premium content partnerships continue to be a primary strategy for attracting listeners. Neither Boardroom nor Wondery has publicly outlined a launch timeline for new programming under the partnership. However, executives from both companies described the agreement as a way to broaden access to Boardroom’s content and create new opportunities for storytelling across sports, business and culture. 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