Sidelined w/ Brooke Fletcher & Dani Klupenger

Brooke and Dani are joined by Dodgers on-field reporter Kirsten Watson, who reflects on an unforgettable Dodgers World Series run, the emotional roller coaster of Game 7, the championship parade, and life in the offseason. Kirsten walks through her unique path from college volleyball to ESPN, the NFL, the WNBA, and ultimately the Dodgers — plus how pageants, fashion, and travel shaped her journey....

Brooke and Dani pull back the curtain on what really happens behind the camera with two pros who make the stars shine — celebrity makeup artists Amy De La Rosa and Jessica Marie. From their starts in retail to working with major TV networks and Hollywood talent, Amy and Jessica share how they broke into the industry, what it takes to thrive on set, and why confidence and calm matter as much as ski...

Brooke and Dani swap sideline interview stories — from unexpected walk-offs to guests answering phone calls mid-hit — and break down what it takes to stay composed when the chaos hits live TV. Then, they shift to NBA Opening Night and the nostalgia of basketball’s return to NBC, debating the new “heave rule” and early season storylines. Plus, the duo reacts to The Athletic’s Top 25 college footbal...

It’s a cozy catch-up on Sideline! Brooke Fletcher and Dani K talk slowing down, catching up on sleep, and why “binge cheating” on a show might be relationship sabotage. From Halloween plans and fall fashion to Angel Reese hitting the Victoria’s Secret runway, Brooke’s Maryland trip, and trying Pilates for the first time — it’s all laughs, vibes, and a little sports talk to wrap things up.

Brooke and Dani kick off a cozy, fall-themed episode of Sideline with Halloween decor, baseball heartbreak, and a special reunion guest — Chicago native and new Bulls Pre & Postgame Live host, Cam Smith. From growing up on the West Side to playing college hoops under Matt Painter, Cam shares his incredible journey to landing his dream job with CHSN. He opens up about patience, family, faith, a...

On the latest episode of Sidelined - Brooke shares what it was like covering White Sox–Padres while her husband was on the field for the other team — a rare collision of work and home. Dani pulls back the curtain on the grind of tennis pros, from travel chaos to why the “off-season” barely exists. And both give long overdue credit to the real MVPs of every broadcast: the runners who make it all po...

Brooke and Dani welcome their longtime friend and Yahoo! Sports MLB Insider Russell Dorsey to Sidelined. Russ shares how he carved a path as an MLB insider, the grind of breaking news, and the balance between networking and building true relationships. Then, they look back at their days together in Chicago under Bally Sports and debate how the industry is shifting toward influencers and an appetit...

Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger are back on Sideline with a little lake life and a lot of sports. Brooke recaps Week 1 on the college gridiron from Eugene—mascot-head chaos included—and a full-circle Dante Moore moment. Dani compares lake vs. beach life and explains the Jeep “ducking” phenomenon Brooke stumbled into. The US Open takes center court: Naomi’s surge, Coco’s pressure, the Townsend–O...

NFL champion Will Blackmon joins Dani and Brooke to share stories from his NFL journey—from being recruited out of Rhode Island to navigating the Favre/Rodgers era in Green Bay and winning a ring with the Giants. He also explains how Charles Woodson inspired his love of wine, why Champagne is always his go-to, and what it’s like running his own label, Blackmon Cellars. Plus, Will opens up about hi...

Brooke and Dani welcome Kait Maniscalco, creator of Baseball for Baddies, for a lively conversation about making baseball more inclusive for women and casual fans. Kait shares how she turned a TikTok side project into a growing sports brand, her approach to humanizing athletes, and the importance of balancing analytics with the “eye test.” They dive into game-day fashion dos and don’ts, the realit...

On this episode of Sidelined, Brooke and Dani catch up in a lively, wide-ranging episode covering everything from Fox Sports’ behind-the-scenes football seminar to a quirky new US Open dating show. They swap stories about meeting sports legends, dish on tennis traditions with a fresh perspective, and debate the wildest fantasy football punishments they’ve seen. The conversation also touches on sta...

Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger are joined by Annie Costabile of Front Office Sports for a jam-packed conversation on all things WNBA. From the WNBA's plan for expansion to breaking down what’s driving the league’s growth and the real story behind those “Pay Us What You Owe Us” shirts. The group also unpacks the upcoming CBA negotiations, Caitlin Clark’s recent stalker incident, and why player...

On this episode of Sideline, Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger dive into their Fourth of July festivities, including beach parties, boating trips, and Brooke’s behind-the-scenes NASCAR experience. Dani shares insights on Amanda Anisimova’s inspiring Wimbledon run and why American tennis is having a moment. The two also discuss Ben Shelton and Trinity Rodman’s rising star couple status, the mental...

It’s a full catch-up sesh on this week’s Sideline as Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger reunite after some travel and time off. From Dani’s new beach volleyball league and Brooke’s ongoing closet organization mission to their shared nostalgia over early-2000s hip-hop. The duo dives deep into the latest on the White Sox, Coco Gauff’s Wimbledon struggles, the tennis WAG influencer economy, and why D...

Baseball stories, shirtless TV appearances, boy bands, and Bert Kreischer?! Danny Graves joins Brooke and Dani live from the College World Series in Omaha and delivers an all-time performance—no mound required. The Reds Hall of Famer recounts pitching for the Savannah Bananas (in the same clothes for days), mixing it up with fans in Cincinnati, and what he really thought about Jessica Simpson. Plu...

TNT & NBATV's Lauren Jbara joins the show for an inspiring and wide-ranging conversation about her whirlwind year—from navigating a thyroid surgery scare to covering some of the biggest events in sports. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from the NBA Playoffs, what it’s really like interviewing legends like Steph Curry, and how she’s balanced her rising national TV career with newlywed life...

Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger are back for a good old-fashioned catch-up. Brooke reflects on her recent trip to NYC—including a surprise Summer House sighting at Citi Field—while Dani opens up about much-needed R&R after her Europe whirlwind. The two dive into the grind of life on the road, the realities of being a woman in sports media, and an eye-opening conversation about the Brett Fav...

Emmy Award winner and ESPN College Gameday's Jen Lada joins the show to reflect on her career journey—from working midnight shifts in Chicago to becoming a vital part of College GameDay. Jen shares what it’s like to report on emotional stories, how she finds her balance in a demanding industry, and what it means to be an authentic voice in sports media. She talks about the highs and lows of storyt...

This week on Sideline, Brooke and Dani are joined by one of the most familiar faces in baseball broadcasting — Lauren Shehadi of MLB Network. From sending out 100 VHS tapes to breaking down playoff moments on national television, Lauren shares her incredible journey through sports media. She talks about the nerves that never go away, why preparation is everything, and how authenticity has shaped h...

From a Vatican Conclave in Rome to a power outage across Europe, Dani Klupenger has been at the heart of historic moments—while Brooke Fletcher wraps up her 4-game visit to Kansas City. The two catch up across time zones to swap wild travel stories, debate the Met Gala’s best (and worst) looks, and talk about how sports leagues are stepping up their player marketing game—from MLB’s new partnership...

Join Brooke and Dani on this episode of Sidelined as Dani kicks off her month long work trip. First stop? Madrid, Spain! Dani and Brooke give us their travel hacks and essentials when away from home. We also get into the tennis scene as some veterans seem to be struggling while there is young talent emerging. And finally we talk about the value of running backs, Shedeur Sanders' landing spot, and...

This week on Sideline, Brooke and Dani discuss Dani's Monte Carlo trip and upcoming travels, necessities for a month-long European adventure, and the explosive situation surrounding Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava and NIL deals. They're joined by ESPN & SiriusXM's Kris Budden, who shares insights on Iamaleava's departure, her own career journey balancing family and a demanding job, and ad...

On this episode of Sidelined, Brooke and Dani speak with Loyola Chicago Head Coach Drew Valentine! We delve deep into Drew's inspiring journey, from his Lansing, Michigan roots to his time under coaching legends Tom Izzo and Greg Kampe. We discuss Loyola Chicago's impressive season, their deep NIT run, and the unique challenges and triumphs of navigating the modern landscape of college basketball,...

On this episode of Sidelined, Dani talks about traveling for tennis tournaments and the mental bandwidth it takes to cover sports. Then we dive into the life and career of Brooke Fletcher. We get into her first day as the White Sox Reporter on Opening Day of the MLB season and the challenges of getting through a broadcast. We then get into Brooke's time competing in Miss Georgia Teen USA and Miss...

Join Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger on Sideline for an unforgettable episode featuring Taylor McGregor, Chicago Cubs reporter and ESPN college football correspondent! We dive deep into Taylor's incredible experience covering the Cubs-Dodgers series in Tokyo. Hear firsthand accounts of Shohei Ohtani's legendary status in Japan, the unique cultural differences, and the surprising realities of ti...