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

What if artificial intelligence could help you become a better cheer coach, develop athletes faster, and remove the guesswork from evaluations? Every cheer coach faces the same challenges: evaluating athletes fairly, giving individualized feedback, managing team communication, and tracking development over time. In this episode, Curve AI founder Shea shares how artificial intelligence is being use...

Have you ever wondered why athletes can make a team in May and still find themselves moved, replaced, or competing in a completely different role by the end of summer? Team placement season brings excitement, anxiety, and plenty of questions from athletes and parents. In this episode, Jason and Gina dive into some of the biggest conversations happening right now, from tag tucks and stunt camp expe...

Have you ever wondered if "tough coaching" is actually helping athletes grow or quietly damaging their confidence? Every coach wants athletes who perform under pressure, stay accountable, and push through challenges. Every parent wants their child to be coached hard while still feeling respected and supported. In this episode, Jason and Gina tackle one of the most debated topics in cheer...

Have you ever celebrated something with the best intentions, only to find yourself at the center of unexpected criticism? Team placement season brings excitement, anxiety, comparison, and sometimes controversy. In this episode, Jason and Gina tackle a real-life situation involving a team reveal that sparked backlash online, leading to a larger conversation about intentions, perception, social medi...

Are team placements keeping your family on edge, and do you really know what coaches are looking for during tryouts? Every cheer season brings the same questions, stress, and uncertainty. Parents wonder if skill matters more than loyalty, athletes worry about moving up or down levels, and everyone anxiously waits for team placements. In this episode, Coach Jason and Gina pull back the curtain on t...

Are cheer tryouts stressing you out more than your athlete? Tryout season brings pressure, anxiety, comparison, and endless overthinking for both athletes and parents. In this episode, Jason and Gina pull back the curtain on the emotional rollercoaster of callbacks, team placements, level expectations, and the difficult decisions coaches face behind the scenes. Listeners will learn how coaches act...

What happens when the judges change the game at the biggest competition of the year? At Summit, routines don’t just need to hit, they need to survive some of the toughest scoring and scrutiny of the season. In this episode, Jason breaks down the emotional rollercoaster of Summit weekend, from navigating lower-than-expected scores to making last-minute routine changes, battling pressure, and coachi...

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Is it actually easier to level up in cheer as a tumbler, or are non-tumblers being overlooked? Tryout season brings stress, confusion, and big decisions for cheer parents and athletes alike. Whether you're wondering why your child didn’t make a team, debating if Summit is worth it, or trying to understand how coaches really make decisions, this episode pulls back the curtain on what’s actually hap...

Are you unknowingly risking deductions, or even losing a championship, because of one small detail in your routine? Cheerleading is more competitive than ever, and the smallest mistakes, like slight changes in skill execution or unclear communication during tryouts, can completely change your season. Whether you're a coach trying to avoid legality issues or a parent navigating team placements, und...

Are the biggest changes in cheerleading history happening right now and do you actually understand what they mean? With the introduction of Small Gym Summit and the controversy surrounding Flex divisions, the cheer world is buzzing with opinions, but very little clarity. That’s why we brought on Justin Carrier , one of the key decision-makers behind these changes, to break it all down. In this epi...

What if the only thing standing between you and a championship is one tiny moment of lost focus? Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, you know how frustrating it is to put in months of work only to fall short when it matters most. In this episode, we break down real competition experiences, the emotional highs and lows of performance, and the hard truth about why even great teams don’t alwa...

What’s really happening in all-star cheer right now and what does it mean for your cheerleaders and gyms? From USA Nationals and NCA staying in Houston to the latest USASF age grid updates and the launch of Small Gym Summit, this episode breaks down the cheer industry changes everyone is talking about. If you’re a cheer parent, coach, or athlete trying to make sense of tryout season, team placemen...

Will three teams really pull off the impossible at NCA and what does it take to win when the pressure is at its absolute peak? If you’ve ever wondered what separates teams that crumble under championship pressure from teams that rise, this episode pulls you straight into the emotional, behind-the-scenes reality of All Star Nationals. From shaky warmups and day-one misses to mindset resets, comebac...

What if the real reason your team isn’t leveling up has nothing to do with talent, and everything to do with mindset? As NCA approaches, emotions run high. Coaches second-guess their prep. Athletes feel the pressure. Cheer moms navigate the intensity of competition weekends. And everyone is asking the same question: Are we really ready? In this episode, we dive into what actually prepares a team f...

Ever walked out of a competition thinking, “That was a winning routine…” and then watched your team place nowhere near where you expected? In this episode, Jason and Gina take you behind the curtain of all-star cheer season chaos, big events, tight scores, parent pressure, and the emotional whiplash of “we hit… but still didn’t win.” You’ll hear what it’s really like at massive nationals weekends...

Are politics, practice schedules, and score sheets quietly tearing your cheer gym apart? Between competition travel, added weekend practices, social media opinions, and the pressure of chasing bids, all-star cheer has become more intense than ever. Parents are asking hard questions. Coaches are balancing expectations. And athletes are caught in the middle. If you've ever wondered: Are we practicin...

In the world of competitive cheerleading, high-pressure performances, fan encounters, and emotional moments collide but so do everyday parenting realities and hilarious behind-the-scenes stories. Whether you're a coach, cheer mom, or just love a good dose of real talk, this episode dives into the heart of the cheer world, where misidentifications, warmth, chaos, and community shine through. Hear J...

Are your athletes just “doing cheer,” or are they actually training like athletes , ready for what’s next in the sport? With STUNT officially earning NCAA championship status, the game is changing, fast. It’s no longer just about showing up to practice or having clean skills. If your athlete wants to thrive at the next level, they need to treat cheer like the elite sport it is becoming. In this ep...

Are poor eating habits and low motivation holding your cheerleader back—while you watch helplessly from the sidelines? If you're a parent of a competitive cheerleader between 13–15 years old, you're likely juggling the emotional tightrope of encouraging performance while protecting your child’s mental and physical health. In this episode, Jason and Gina dive deep into real struggles families face,...

Ever feel like your athlete is more focused on their lashes than their layouts? You're not alone, and this episode tackles the often overlooked imbalance between how athletes look and how they perform. Plus, Jason shares a painfully funny journey of living with a missing tooth while coaching and competing, and Gina opens up about parenting, living vicariously, and why blackout curtains might be th...

Are you the only one showing up while others treat cheer like an option? What should parents really expect from their gym, and each other? In this episode, Jason and Gina dive deep into the reality of prep team practice culture, the pressure of comp season, and how parents can navigate frustration when other athletes don’t show up. Whether you're a cheer coach or a committed parent, this conversat...

Who’s really responsible for your athlete’s growth, gyms or parents? And what happens when those expectations clash? If you’re navigating the world of All-Star cheerleading as a coach, parent, or athlete, you’ve likely asked the hard questions: Should the gym be responsible for individual athlete development? Are you doing enough outside of team practice to help your child level up? This episode p...

Can a simple group chat make you a better coach, parent or even a more consistent gym-goer? With competition season heating up and holiday chaos in full swing, staying accountable and focused is harder than ever, for athletes, parents, and coaches alike. In this episode, Jason and B. Moore dive into how accountability (in the gym and in life) can fuel progress and purpose, whether you're a cheer c...

What really happens behind the scenes of those bid reveals and is your athlete's Instagram helping or hurting their chances? If you're trying to navigate the whirlwind of competition weekends, wildcard bids, injuries, and the emotional rollercoaster of cheerleading culture, this episode gives you a rare peek inside the minds of both coaches and parents. Whether you're losing sleep over your athlet...