Let’s Talk Cheer: The Cheerleading Podcast For Parents & Coaches

By Jason Larkins, BleavSports

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Let’s Talk Cheer: The Cheerleading Podcast For Parents & Coaches episodes

June 01, 2021 Understanding Cheer Tryouts: What Every Athlete and Parent Should Know About Placement Decisions
In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore talk all about tryouts, evaluations, and team placements. Jason tells Brittany about the mistakes he sees families make year after year at tryouts and leading up to tryouts and some of the worst reactions to not making the team they want. Jason also explains why taking a year off of cheer to tumble doesn't work. Brittany has some great questions about how teams were made and we find out which team Brittany's twins made. The CheerMad.com question of the week comes to us from Alexis Renee and she wants to know how Jason deals with parents that think their athlete should level up when the program doesn't think they are ready? And get out your popcorn for the quote of the week!
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1 hr 21 min
May 18, 2021 Is The Summit Really the Ultimate Cheer Experience? Our Unfiltered Take
In this episode Jason and Brittany recap end-of-season events including The Summit, Regional Summit, The Pinnacle and the All-Star Worlds. They talk about American Cheer losing Coach Christina for Cheer Central Suns but gaining Coach Josh from California Flyers. The CheerMad.com question of the week is from an anonymous listener about the gym's role in disciplining athletes and Jason has TWO quotes for the quote of the week. Definitely a great episode, if you enjoy the listen, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and subscribe.

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1 hr 8 min
April 20, 2021 Keeping Cheer Athletes Safe in the Digital Age: Safety Tips Every Parent and Coach Needs to Know, with Dan Cotton
In this episode Jason talks with special guest Dan Cotton, owner of Oregon Dream Teams, and police officer, about how parents can help make their athletes safer against the dangers of social media and technology. If you're new to the show, be sure to subscribe and to send your questions in have them answered in an upcoming episode.
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1 hr 14 min
April 06, 2021 What Really Happens in the Warm-Up Room: The Unspoken Tensions of All-Star Cheer
In this episode Jason and Brittany talk about American's first live event in Myrtle Beach and the nuances of two-day live events versus pre-recorded virtuals. Jason takes you behind the scenes to what really happens in the warm-up room, and the CheerMaD.com question of the week comes from a mom that has concerns that their gym is cheating them out of opportunities.
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1 hr 22 min
March 23, 2021 The Cheer Q&A Episode: Advice and Answers for Cheerleaders, Coaches, and Parents
In this episode Jason and Brittany take questions from CheerMad.com, Instagram and Facebook and answer them all. This is a really fun episode, definitely check it out! If this is your first time listening, we appreciate the listen, and be sure to send in questions of your own. If you love cheer, you'll love this podcast
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1 hr 16 min
March 09, 2021 The Controversial Topic of Abuse in Allstar Cheer: Why Silence Isn’t an Option
In this episode Jason and Brittany react to #CEAisOver, and give their opinion on abuse in the industry. The CheerMad.com question of the day comes from Shea Crawford of Brandon Allstars, and then Jason follows up with a question of his own for Brittany. Lastly, they wrap up with the quote of the week. If you're new to the channel, be sure to subscribe to, and to share this with a friend who loves cheer as much as you do.
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1 hr 7 min
February 23, 2021 How to Create a Clean Cheer Routine: Practical Tips to Polish Your Performance
In this episode Jason and Brittany talk about having to quarantine the gym after a COVID outbreak happened within the program. They also talk about Varsity's recent email that says that they will not be cancelling anymore events this season. Jason let's coaches know how to have a clean and sharp routine, and Jason answers the CheerMad.com question of the week about the World's scoresheet versus the Varsity scoresheet. If you have questions, definitely send them in, and don't forget to like, share, subscribe and comment!
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1 hr 10 min
February 08, 2021 Mastering the Allstar Cheer Scoresheet: How to Use The Judge's Feedback to Improve Your Team’s Performance
In this episode Jason shares with Brittany how the gym is adjusting to NCA flipping to a virtual event, and Brittany is also interested in what coaches do after they receive scoresheets. They both share their thoughts on the gym's most recent virtual event with The Spirit Network and recognize that each athlete is on their own personal journey throughout the season. Lastly, Jason shares the quote of the week and why he doesn't debate online
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1 hr 8 min
January 25, 2021 Virtual Cheer Competitions: Are They the Future? My Thoughts After Our First Try
In this episode Jason and Brittany talk about their experience with the program's first virtual event, and how Jason felt when he heard that NCA All-Star Nationals was going virtual
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59 min
January 11, 2021 Is a 2021 All-Star Cheer Season Really Safe? Addressing the Controversy
In this episode Jason sits down with Cheer Mom, Brittany Moore, and talk about what all-star cheer looks like in the midst of a pandemic.
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51 min