Sidelined w/ Brooke Fletcher & Dani Klupenger
Sidelined is the sports podcast that finally gives women a space to talk about the game—without leaving behind everything else they love. Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger have spent over a decade as sports broadcasters but they realized their conversations weren’t solely based on sports- they were about fashion, pop culture, beauty and even reality tv. They know they are not the only ones. If you’ve ever felt like an outsider or ‘sidelined’ in sports talk, this podcast is for you. Why should sports only be for the guys? It’s for the girls too!
Episodes

Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
This week on Sideline, Brooke and Dani discuss the NFL's wild free agency, including Justin Fields' move to the Jets and DK Metcalf's return to Russell Wilson. Dani breaks down March Madness, explaining key terms and offering bracket tips. We celebrate women's college basketball stars Hailey Van Lith and Dawn Staley, spill the tea on celebrity sightings, and share some exciting pregnancy announcements! Get ready for an action-packed episode!

Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
On the latest episode of Sidelined, Brooke and Dani bring you their favorite looks from the red carpet at The Oscars and which athletes turned heads. Also, Dani breaks down Serena Williams venture into WNBA ownership and how it impacts the league. We then preview the upcoming tennis season and the possibility of Cooper Flagg staying at Duke for another year!

Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Join Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger on Sidelined as they chat with Ohio State National Champion and former NFL linebacker, Joshua Perry! This episode is a wild ride covering Joshua's NFL Combine experience, the controversies of NIL deals and the transfer portal in college football, and his surprising love for reality TV (Real Housewives, anyone?). We also discuss Dani's new brunette look and Brooke's experience reporting on a game where her husband was across the diamond. Get ready for laughs, insightful sports commentary, and a healthy dose of reality TV gossip!

Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
This week on Sidelined, Brooke and Dani discuss Jannick Sinner's shocking doping ban in the world of tennis. Then, their very first guest, sports broadcaster Ashley Brewer, shares her incredible journey balancing a high-profile career with marriage to NBA player Frank Kaminsky, along with hilarious wedding stories and insights from her time hosting The Bachelor. Plus, we tackle the realities of being a woman in sports and Ashley's unforgettable experiences living in Europe!

Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Join Brooke Fletcher and Dani Klupenger on Sideline as they recap a Super Bowl filled with emotional tributes, a dominant Eagles victory, and underwhelming commercials. Dani shares her slightly less glamorous airport adventure that almost kept her from the game! Then, they dive into the new NBA All-Star format, debating whether the changes will reignite excitement. Plus, Brooke makes a HUGE announcement about her dream job with the Chicago White Sox! Finally, they tackle Valentine's Day covering everything from gifts to breakups.

Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Join Brooke Fletcher and Dani K for the very first episode of Sidelined, a podcast that blends the excitement of sports with the fun of pop culture! In this debut episode, Brooke and Dani discuss the shocking Luka Doncic trade, analyzing the Mavericks and Lakers' moves and the fallout in Dallas. They also break down the Chicago Bulls' roster shakeup and what it means for their future. Then, get ready for Super Bowl LIX! Brooke and Dani give you THREE reasons to root for both the Chiefs and the Eagles, covering everything from Patrick Mahomes' GOAT potential, Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift to Saquon Barkley's inspiring journey and Jalen Hurts' all-female management team. Plus, they debate the best way to watch the Super Bowl – at home or at a bar? – and share their expectations for the Kendrick Lamar halftime show. We're setting the stage for a season full of sports talk, pop culture, and fun!