On the Sidelines with Mollie and Lindsay

Mollie and Lindsay are two sports-loving friends living in Greater Cincinnati. Join them as they talk with their favorite hometown teams. Mollie and Lindsay will explore life on and off the field with athletes, coaches, families and fans.

Listen to On the Sidelines on the Q102 mobile app, here on WKRQ.com or wherever you get your podcasts.

On the Sidelines is presented by OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.

Latest Episodes

Pt. 2: Dr. Angel Velazquez on Reds players McLain & Encarnacion-Strand’s injuries

Well, injuries and cold bats have derailed the Reds season so far. That continued on Wednesday, May 8, when Christian Encarnacion-Strand was placed on the IL. However, the Reds did get a little good news after Matt McLain’s follow up appointment to evaluate his progress after shoulder surgery—he has been cleared to participate in light baseball activities in the next few weeks. What does this mean? With this type of injury, could we see him back on the field before the season ends? Dr. Velazquez will answer all of those burning questions!

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Pt 1: Paralympian hopeful Kendra Herber & Dr. Angel Velazquez on her journey to the 2024 Paris Paralympics

We have a couple guests joining us On The Sidelines this week! Our first guest is no stranger to the show, she’s talked to us before—2024 Paris Paralympian hopeful Kendra Herbe! She is an absolute ROCK STAR. In addition to Kendra being a world-class athlete, she’s a wife, mother, teacher, author and model. Our second guest is a star in his own right. Dr. Angel Velazquez, from OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. Dr. Velazquez is one of the area’s premiere sports and regenerative medicine experts. He’s a former assistance medical director for the Cincinnati Reds and continues to work with athletes across many sports.

In this episode, we’ll catch up with Kendra on her quest to make the 2024 Paris Paralympics team, challenges she’s faced during training, and her passion for inspiring others and NEVER giving up. Dr. Velazquez will also discuss how he’s helped Kendra on her journey and how regenerative medicine is used to help athletes. 

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Former Dietician for the Chicago Cubs Dawn Jackson Blatner on proper nutrition for active kiddos!

After weeks of practicing batting, catching, and base-stealing, millions of kids across the country are finally back on the diamond for a fresh season of Little League competition! Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in fueling their active and growing bodies amidst their busy schedules of school, practice, and games. Listen as Registered Dietician Dawn Jackson Blatner shares tips and recipes to help fuel your family on the go!

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Circling back with Reds Players Andrew Abbott & Matt Mclain

After learning about Matt McLain’s surgery this week, we thought we’d circle back to our interview with Andrew and Matt from December. We’re sending all the good vibes to Matt and wishing him a healthy and safe recovery.

How about that Opening Day game?! Happy Victory Friday, Reds fans. It’s going to be a great season!

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It’s Opening Day! Who will not be on the field today? Let’s talk McLain, Friedl, Williamson & Marte

Welcome to the show, Dr. Trevor Wilkes of Orthocincy Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine! Dr. Wilkes is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery and sports medicine. In this episode, we will discuss a list we HATE to see grow……the injury list. What’s going on with Matt McLain?! What type of shoulder surgery did he have? Will we see TJ Friedl back on the field this year? What does Boldenone mean? We have a lot of questions and Dr. Wilkes is here to answer them all! Trust us when we say, this is a great episode. 

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Reds PR Director Michael Anderson on his favorite Votto moments, Opening Day excitement & golfing at GABP?!

Welcome to the show, Michael Anderson!! Something we love about Michael… he is an incredible storyteller. In this episode, we’ll chat with him about what’s new at the ballpark this year, his thoughts on this young, talented team and what he loved most about working with Joey Votto. He will also share some pretty amazing stories about Cincy’s favorite Reds player. *Sigh* ….we’re gonna miss Joey V.

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