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Sideline Stories
Indiana University
Indy 500
IU Football
Curt Cignetti
Fernando Mendoza
National Championship
Big Ten Championship
Women's Sports
Football
Basketball
Lauren Shehadi
MLB
Heisman Trophy
Oregon
Peach Bowl
Rose Bowl
Indiana Football
NCAA March Madness
Indiana
Conor Daly

Sideline Stories is an engaging podcast featuring interviews with leading athletes and sports broadcasters, talk about fashion, beauty and lifestyle, and the unique insights of two incredible women. Sideline Stories is co-hosted by Apple TV+ baseball sideline reporter Tricia Whitaker and former Indiana University women's basketball player Sydney Parrish, two women who have been in around competiti... more

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This week on Sideline Stories, hosts Tricia Whitaker and Sydney Parrish welcome Indiana country music star Clayton Anderson for an unforgettable conversation about Indiana pride, the Indy 500, women’s sports, country music, and IU football’s incredib... more

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The month of May has arrived, and Sideline Stories is heading to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Tricia Whitaker and Sydney Parrish sit down with Indiana native and IndyCar fan favorite Conor Daly to talk about the magic of the Indianapolis 500, wh... more

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Tricia Whitaker and Sydney Parrish sit down with Carter Smith, one of the foundational pieces behind Indiana football’s national championship run.

Carter shares what it was like going from the lowest points of IU football to the top of the sport, wh... more

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Sideline Stories is BACK.

After Indiana football’s national championship run, Tricia Whitaker and Sydney Parrish return to catch up on everything — from Sydney’s rise covering March Madness on the Big Ten Network to the realities of breaking into sp... more

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Recent Guests

Clayton Anderson
A/Berkeley-born musician and Indiana sports figure, owner of Clayton's Country Bar in Indianapolis
Clayton's Country Bar, Bedford/Indiana region
Episode: Clayton Anderson on IU Football’s Title Run, Indy 500 Memories & Caitlin Clark Mania | Sideline Stories
Conor Daly
IndyCar driver
IndyCar/Team Daly
Episode: Conor Daly on the Indy 500, Indiana Sports Fever & Chasing Racing History | Sideline Stories
Carter Smith
Offensive lineman for Indiana football
Indiana Hoosiers
Episode: Carter Smith on IU’s National Title, Playing Through Injury & Running It Back | Sideline Stories
Jeremy Gray
Senior Associate Athletic Director at Indiana University
Indiana University
Episode: IU’s Rose Bowl Run, the Bison Reveal & Curt Cignetti Behind the Scenes with Jeremy Gray
Mike Katic
Former offensive lineman for Indiana football
Barstool Sports
Episode: Mike Katic on IU’s Big Ten Title, Fernando Mendoza’s Heisman & Life After Football | Sideline Stories
Don Fischer
The play-by-play voice of Indiana football and basketball since 1973
Indiana University
Episode: Don Fischer on 52 Years as the Voice of the Hoosiers | IU Football’s Rise & His Broadcasting Journey
Lauren Shehadi
Sideline reporter for MLB on TBS and host of MLB Central on MLB Network
TBS and MLB Network
Episode: Lauren Shehadi on MLB Postseason Moments, Career Lessons & Life On the Sidelines | Sideline Stories
Scott Dolson
Athletic Director of Indiana University
Indiana University
Episode: 🎙 Indiana AD Scott Dolson on IU Football, Basketball & The Bison Reveal

Hosts

Tricia Whitaker
Co-host of Sideline Stories; Apple TV+ sideline reporter; long-standing figure in IU athletics media
Sydney Parrish
Co-host of Sideline Stories; former Indiana University women's basketball player

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Great listen.

    Amazing view from a sports and life standpoint.

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    United States9 months ago

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Professional and insightful with strong storytelling.
Energetic hosts create an engaging, positive vibe.
Guest roster is well-connected to college athletics and sports media.
Great blend of sports analysis and personal narratives.

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Conor Daly on the Indy 500, Indiana Sports Fever & Chasing Racing History | Sideline Stories
Q: What would it mean to win this race as an Indiana kid?
It would mean executing the job perfectly, focusing on the process and every pit stop, staying smart and aggressive when needed, and letting the results come from careful, planned execution.
Clayton Anderson on IU Football’s Title Run, Indy 500 Memories & Caitlin Clark Mania | Sideline Stories
Q: What are you most excited about for the Indy 500 and the broader May events?
Clayton anticipates a strong Indy 500 month with performances and fan experiences, and mentions potential after-parties and collaborations that bring together country music, basketball, and IndyCar communities.
Carter Smith on IU’s National Title, Playing Through Injury & Running It Back | Sideline Stories
Q: When did the injury happen during the national championship game, and were you playing through most of the game?
He confirms the injury occurred late in the second quarter, but he continued to play through the game while managing the shoulder and staying focused on finishing strong.
Carter Smith on IU’s National Title, Playing Through Injury & Running It Back | Sideline Stories
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your decision to come back and why you decided to come back?
Carter explains the long process during the playoff, keeping focus on the prize of a national championship, and choosing to return to continue his development and help the team pursue back-to-back success.
🎙 Indiana AD Scott Dolson on IU Football, Basketball & The Bison Reveal
Q: What does it mean to you to go from a student manager to Athletic Director?
I can't believe it, and I want to do well for the university I love.

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What is Sideline Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Sideline Stories features candid conversations with athletes, coaches, and prominent sports broadcasters, anchored by two energetic hosts who bring personal sports histories and real-world insights to each episode. Recent episodes center on Indiana University football's resurgence, big wins, and the broader culture around college sports, while episodes with guests from broadcasting and athletics offer behind-the-scenes storytelling, career lessons, and reflections on leadership, loyalty, and community. The show stands out for its blend of high-stakes sports moments with human-interest anecdotes, a strong female-host dynamic, and guests who bridge athletics, media, and university life, making it appealing to sports fans who enjoy depth, stor... more

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Recent guests on Sideline Stories include:

1. Clayton Anderson
2. Conor Daly
3. Carter Smith
4. Jeremy Gray
5. Mike Katic
6. Don Fischer
7. Lauren Shehadi
8. Scott Dolson

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