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

In this episode, Jason talks all things Summit 2022, the good, the bad and the ugly, and opens up about pain of losing. The Sounds Like that Question of the Week is about Wildcard bids and how they work. 🤸🏽‍♀️Spring Tumbling Conference June 4th and 5th- https://www.springvirtualtraining.com/springconferencestore 📧 To set up a summer clinic, coaches training, routine cleaning, or to get a video...

In this episode, Jason explains to Brittany why he, as the Cheer Director, doesn't get particularly close to the parents at the gym. Jason gives his opinion on the problems with the new Unified Scoring System. Jason and Brittany react to the viral TikToks of the coach who calls himself the "CEO of Mean Coach." Lastly, the Sounds Like That Question of the Week is about tryouts, and when i...

Jason and Brittany talk about One Up Nationals in Nashville, and Jason wants to know which events on their current schedule Brittany would fly across the country for if they weren't already driving distance. Lastly, Jason and Brittany talk about what makes a great event. *Spring Tumbling Conference- https://www.springvirtualtraining.com/springconferencestore *🎵 Sounds Like That is the official mu...

A lot people in allstar cheer have been really supportive of introducing a Code of Points scoring system into the industry. So instead of judges having their own personal opinion on what points to award a team, in essence, difficulty scores would be pre-determined. Sounds great, but not everyone thinks that that is a solution that can be practically implemented. So today I have on Shea Crawford, S...

In this episode Jason interviews Troy Hedgren, owner of Magic Allstars in Anaheim, California. They talk about how Troy got into allstar cheer, also about his long time World's team, Fantasy, and what they have meant to him over the years, how he became known as the "Pyramid Guy," and about one of Coach Troy's mentors, Coach John Wooden. Follow Coach Troy on Instagram- https://www.instag...

In this episode Jason Larkins gives advice to new cheer parents, and also shares with coaches how to get parents to “Trust the Process.” Lastly, he shares with Brittany Moore how he gets athletes to believe in themselves.   🎵 Sounds Like That is the official music producer of the Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast and of American Cheer, so if you’re interested in getting music from Sounds Like That, click...

In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore are celebrating the 50th episode of the Let's Talk Cheer Podcast! They look back at how it got started and where they are today. Jason talks about a recent athlete-led practice where the athletes planned the practice and conducted it. The Sounds Like That question of the week is about number of athletes on the floor compared to how many stunts you p...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews David Sims, General Counsel and Vice President of Development of JAMZ Cheer and Dance. They talk JAMZ, and also Jason gets to know who the man is behind the brand. If you’re new to the channel, welcome, please be sure to subscribe so that you never miss an episode. 🎵 Sounds Like That is the official music producer of the Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast and of Ame...

In this episode Jason Larkins shares his thoughts on NCA Allstar Nationals, how the event ran, his thoughts on the scoring changes that NCA made due to the weather, and shares how each of his teams did during the event. Jason also answers the question of the week on how coaches prepare for smaller competitions versus bigger events. If you’re new to the channel, welcome, please be sure to subscribe...

In this episode Jason brings his own question of the week, "How can parents complain without complaining," and gives parents advice on how to approach coaches with issues that they may have. Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore recap JAMZ nationals and Jason continues the Cheer A-Z segment and is on the letter "B" for "Bring It In Formation." NCA Nationals has decided to...

In this episode Jason Larkins explains how his coaching style has recently changed, and goes over some of his recent coaching mistakes. Jason also is giving coaches tip for all of the letters in the alphabet, and this week's letter is "A," so Jason explains why you should use the word "and" instead of "but." Lastly, Jason has to decide which has to go forever, bad jud...

In this episode Jason Larkins explains how the cheer scoresheet differs from gymnastics, and also about the importance of head to head competition and why that is vital to success. Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore also talk about Spirit Sports and how they liked the event. 🎵 Sounds Like That is the official music producer of the Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast and of American Cheer, so if you’re interes...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Josh Rowzee and Kyle Schmitt from Cheer Match. They talk all about who they are in the industry and in the company, how Cheer Match got started, along with what has made Cheer Match stand out as an event producer in both scoring and events. Keep up with all things Cheer Match by going to their website or Instagram Website- https://cheermatch.com/ Instagram-...

In this episode Jason gives his opinion on NCA nationals not using team size for A/B division splits, and shares his thoughts on who has the advantage, smaller or larger teams. Jason also shares with Brittany why he doesn't think the industry will ever be happy with scoring, and how scoring in cheer compares to the NFL overtime rules. Lastly, Jason starts off the show with one of his favorite quot...

In this episode Jason Larkins explains why he thinks there’s such a disconnect between coaches and judges. He also talks about what it was like dealing trying to prepare for competition with so many athletes out with COVID. 🎵 Sounds Like That is the official music producer of the Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast and of American Cheer, so if you’re interested in getting music from Sounds Like That, click...

In this episode Jason Larkins answers the question of the week and explains why coaches don't share scores or judges notes with their own team. 💵 $100 giveaway. To enter on YouTube- Like the video, Comment and Subscribe. To enter on Facebook just share the podcast on your page, screenshot it and dm the screenshot to Jason or Brittany. Someone is going to win, why not you?! 🎵 Sounds Like That is...

In this episode Jason Larkins explains what a team's "Raw Score" is and also talks about the upgrades Varsity made to the scoresheet. Brittany Moore tells Jason about another gym having music problems and wants to know how he would handle it. 🔗 The episode has been brought to you by https://LicenseLinQ.com , insurance for you mix. Visit them today to get more information 💵 $100 giveawa...

In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore talk about if Varsity should switch the scoresheet in the middle of the season, Jason also brings up a scenario if an athlete is on the same level for multiple years, how they should deal with it, and the question of the week is about how coaches determine where athletes go in the routine. 🔗 The episode has been brought to you by https://LicenseLin...

In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore talk about if the all-star cheerleading industry should switch to a Code of Points for scoring, their experience competing with Cheer Match, and at American Grand. Jason also awards the best team he saw in the warm up room at American Grand, and Brittany has a question about athletes staying on the same level for multiple years 🔗 The episode has be...

In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore talk about the first cheer competition of the season. Brittany wasn't too pleased with her daughters' team routine and Jason shares how he treats some competitions differently and sometimes allows the athletes to look like a hot mess. 🔗 The episode has been brought to you by https://LicenseLinQ.com , insurance for you mix. Visit them today to get m...

In this episode Jason Larkins brings Tammy Van Vleet back on the show to talk all about the AIR FLOOR her events have starting using this season. Tammy addresses the negative comments and the misinformation being spread about the floor. 💙 https://instagram.com/thespiritnetwork 💚 https://thespiritnetwork.net 🔗 The episode has been brought to you by https://LicenseLinQ.com , insurance for you mix...

In this episode Jason Larkins brings Tammy Van Vleet back on the show to talk all about the AIR FLOOR her events have starting using this season. Tammy addresses the negative comments and the misinformation being spread about the floor. 💙  https://instagram.com/thespiritnetwork 💚  https://thespiritnetwork.net 🔗 The episode has been brought to you by https://LicenseLinQ.com , insurance for you m...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Diana Dragan owner of Lower Levels Cheer on Instagram and The Cheer Buzz media company. We talk about everything from how she got started in cheer to how she grew such a large following and the impact she has been able to have on the industry. 💙 https://www.instagram.com/lowerlevelscheer/ 💚 https://www.instagram.com/the.cheerbuzz/ 💛 https://www.thecheerb...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Nathan Voss co-owner and co-found of the app License LinQ. Nathan talks about his music app, and how this is the must have app for all gyms, music producers and event producers. Download the app by clicking the link here https://licenselinq.com/optin-498334181627011190183#scroll-LLQ%20downlaod Sounds Like That is the official music producer of the Let’s Tal...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Jeff Benson, author of Unblocked: The Walls Come Tumbling Down, on overcoming and preventing mental blocks. 📕 Buy the book- unBlocked 🎵 Sounds Like That is the official music producer of the Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast and of American Cheer, so if you’re interested in getting music from Sounds Like That, click the link below to receive more information. shor...