Let’s Talk Cheer: The Cheerleading Podcast For Parents & Coaches
Episodes
Tumbling Excellence with Jimbo Kelliher: How to Coach Tumbling Like a Pro from Cheerville’s Best
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode, Jason interviews Jimbo Kelliher of CheerVille and asks him tumbling questions based on the letters F-J. If you enjoy this mini e...
Secrets to Tumbling Success: Shea Crawford’s Expert Advice for Cheer Coaches
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode, Jason interviews Shea Crawford of Brandon Allstars and asks him tumbling questions based on the letters A-E. If you enjoy this m...
Everything You Need to Know About Tumbling: A to Z with Top Coaches in the Country
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by five coaches: Shea Crawford of Brandon Allstars, Jimbo Kelliher of CheerVille, Levi Nickson of Tumble Smart, Corey Ri...
Lessons from My Mistake: How Allowing Bad Culture Drove Great Athletes Away
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode of the Let's Talk Cheer podcast, Jason Larkins shares a story about how letting poor culture corrupt his program, ended up costin...
How to Coach Your Cheer Coaches: Building a Stronger, More Effective Coaching Team
03 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode of the Let's Talk Cheer podcast, Jason answers the Question of the Week, "what is your strategy for training your staff, ...
Wondering How the New United Scoring System Update Affects You? Here’s the Breakdown
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode of the Let's Talk Cheer podcast, Brittany has questions for question on why the teams are seemingly structured differently this s...
United Scoring System Revamped: What Coaches Need to Know About the Latest Update
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason Larkins dives into how the updated United Scoring System has influenced team placements this season for the allstar cheer teams...
Curious About the United Scoring System Changes? Here’s How They Affect You
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode of the Let's Talk Cheer podcast, Jason shares his thoughts on the updated United Scoring System. If you enjoy this episode, be su...
Struggling with Disappointments in Cheer? Here’s How Changing Your Perspective Can Help
27 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode of the Let's Talk Cheer podcast, Jason shares the quote of the week, "It's not things that make us upset, it's our opinion a...
How Does My Cheerleader's Age Group Get Chosen? What Parents Need to Know About Team Placements
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode of the Let's Talk Cheer podcast, Jason answers the question of the week, "which team should my daughter be on, the youth lev...
Wondering How the Updated United Scoring System Affects You? Here’s What You Need to Know
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason Larkins answers the Question of the Week "Would an 11-year-old be a better fit on a jr level 2 or a youth level 2?" A...
What American Cheer Icon Could Mean for the Future of Cheerleading: Insights from Ryan Maag
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ryan Maag, Creative Director of the new show American Cheer Icon, takes us on his journey through the cheerleading industry. Ryan sha...
Wondering How Allstar Cheer Tryouts Really Work? We Break Down Everything You Need to Know
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason Larkins shares his insights on team dynamics, tryouts, and team placement strategies. He answers common questions like whether ...
Lessons from The Summit: Highs, Lows, and What Every Cheer Team Can Learn from This Year’s Championship
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason Larkins recaps his trip to The Summit and reflects on Sr Black's season and weekend, Sr Red's season and weekend, and Jr Blue's...
Wondering How the New USASF Score Sheet Affects You? My Reaction and Key Takeaways
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason Larkins talks about the many benefits of VarsityTV, including exclusive access to live events, and on-demand content. The episo...
Inside Varsity All-Star: Justin Carrier and Damianne Albee Steward on What’s Next for Allstar Cheerleading
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Justin Carrier and Damianne Albee Steward of Varsity Allstar. We talk about some of the hot topics such as th...
Keeping Allstar Cheerleaders Motivated: Tips for Cheer Coaches as the Season Winds Down
15 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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How to Be Okay When People Don’t Like You As An Allstar Cheer Coach
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Why Embracing All Scores, Even The Low Ones, Can Make You a Better Allstar Cheer Coach
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast, Quote of the Week is from Andre Carter. “Coaches assume the higher score is the correct one.” Jason shares his per...
How to Determine If a Long Commute Is Too Much for Your Cheerleader
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Brittany discuss if a family should leave their current d2 cheer gym, for another d2 allstar cheer 45 minutes away with hopes of a better ex...
Is the Commute Worth It? How to Decide If the Drive for Cheer Is Too Long
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brittany has a post she wants Jason to respond to for what’s popping with the parents, and Jason has the quote of the week coming u...
Inside the Mind of a Champion: How Ray Jasper Became the World’s Best Allstar Cheer Choreographer
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason Larkins interviews Ray Jasper. We learn about his journey from marching band, to Champion Outlaws, to his founding of Action Sp...
Favoritism in Cheerleading: Its Real Impact and How It's Affecting Your Competition Experience
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of attending competitions with practically no actual teams to compete against, versus deep divisions wher...
Beyond Talent: How CBU Built a Dynasty Through Culture and Strategy
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the 100th episode! In this special episode, we'll take a trip down memory lane with the coaches of CBU Cheer and STUNT, Tami, Olivia, and B...
99 Episodes Later: Lessons Learned, Favorite Moments, and the Journey of Building This Podcast
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the 99th episode of the Let's Talk Cheer Podcast! In this milestone episode, we’re going to be taking a look back at the last three years...
The Ultimate Cheer Coaches Guide: 26 Tips from A to Z with Five Cheer Experts
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by five coaches: John Migaiolo of Spirit Athletics, Becky Herrera of CheerForce, Portia Berger of The California Allstar...
Secrets to Athletic Success from Team USA’s Kelvin Lam: The Power of Consistency and Discipline
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Kelvin Lam, former college cheerleader turned coach. Kelvin shares his journey and experiences from his cheer...
Comparing Allstar Cheer Scoresheets: What the Differences Mean for How You Should Build Your Routines
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we recap our time at Spirit Sports and provide a scoresheet comparison from this season to a past season to show how different scoring has b...
Is Your Tumbling Program Missing Key Elements? Shea Crawford on What Sets Brandon All-Stars Apart
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Shea Crawford, Tumbling Director of Brandon Allstars. They talk about how Shea got into cheer, how he became ...
What Makes The Majors So Special? John Davenport Joins Us to Share His Experience
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason and Brittany recap their thoughts on the American Masterpiece competition. After that, John Davenport of Cheer Athletics joins ...
Is the D1-D2 Split Helping or Hurting Your Allstar Cheerleading Gym? The Real Impact of Guaranteed Divisions
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Order your Let's Talk Cheer T-Shirt before by Jan 31- https://illusiveapparel.printavo.com/merch/563hseth35uya3h5/ In this episode, we dive into the p...
The Ups and Downs of Being a Crossover: What You Need to Know About Competing on Multiple Allstar Cheer Teams
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
👕 Order your Let's Talk Cheer T-Shirt before by Jan 31- https://illusiveapparel.printavo.com/merch/563hseth35uya3h5/ In this episode, we will be di...
Cheerleaders Switching Gyms? How You Should Respond to Athletes Announcing They're Leaving
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason discusses the importance of treating others with respect and kindness in the cheerleading community. Jason shares a personal sto...
We're All Wondering How This a Sloppy Team Could Beat the Clean Team: Featuring Chris Comfort
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s Talk Cheer T-shirts go on pre-sale January 17th! In this episode, Chris Comfort, aka, Cheer Boy Mom from TikTok, joins the show today as a gue...
How to Develop Winning Cheer Routines Like Woodlands Elite Generals: Matt Kelley’s Expert Advice
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Matt Kelley, owner of Karma Returns and coach of Woodlands Elite Generals. They talk through Matt's journey a...
Hazing in Cheerleading: Confronting the Toxic Culture We Need to Leave Behind
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore share their thoughts and experiences with hazing in collegiate cheer after the Sam Houston State Uni...
When to Simplify Your Allstar Cheer Routine for Better Competition Results
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the episode Jason shares with Brittany his rule on when to water down the routine before a competition. He also shares stories on when his coaches ...
Inside the Mind of a Champion-Maker: Edwin Melendez on Lessons from Top Cheer Programs
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Edwin Melendez of Win Choreography. Edwin gives his opinion on the state of cheerleading, what he misses abou...
Are You Contributing to Your Athletes Mental Blocks? Jeff Benson on the Impact of Parental Pressure
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Jeff Benson, mental block specialist on working with athletes who are struggling with mental blocks. Jeff div...
Are You Missing Opportunities at Tryouts? Jordan Alcazar on the Importance of Early Team Placement
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Jordan Alcazar, owner of SC Cheer. They start off talking about how Jordan first got into both cheerleading a...
Why It Might Be Time to Ditch Your Old Choreographer and Start Fresh
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore talk about how the new season has started off. Jason and Brittany have a different perspective on how...
Secrets to a World-Class Tumbling Program: Rommel Osuna on Building Success at World Cup
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have Rommel Osuna, a US Army Drill Sergeant, World Cup Tumbling Director and the President of the Non-Profit Organization, Tumble F...
Leveling Up: Should Allstar Cheer Coaches Introduce Level 3 Skills in Level 2 Practices?
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason and Brittany stream live on TikTok while recording the episode. They take questions from the chat and also dive into the normal...
Why Adding D3 to Allstar Cheer Could Shake Up The Industry For Your Program – For Better or Worse
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason and Brittany discuss the pros and cons of gyms joining unpopulated divisions, they also introduce a new segment, TikTok Cheer Ta...
What You’re Missing as a Cheer Coach: The Obvious Insights Most Coaches Overlook
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't be less, when you can B. Moore! Returning to the show is our co-host Brittany Moore! Jason and Brittany catch up on what Brittany has been up to...
How to Use Social Media to Grow Your Program with Lauren Oklay
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Lauren Oklay, coach and social media manager of Star Athletics. They talk all about social media and how gyms...
Is Your Allstar Cheer Gym Falling Behind? Kevin Brubaker on Why MotUS Could Be the Key to Success
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Kevin Brubaker, the owner of Charlotte Allstars. They talk about how Kevin got his start in cheerleading and ...
Staying or Moving On? Kristen Wheeler on Trusting the Process and Knowing When You Should Switch Gyms
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Larkins has on Kristen Wheeler aka Cheer Mom Blog of TikTok as a guest co-host stepping in for B-Moore. We get to know Kristen a little bit, how...
Is Enough Being Done to Protect Cheer Athletes? A Critical Look at Abuse in the Industry
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins talks with Dan Cotton about the recent allegations of sexual abuse in the allstar cheerleading industry. They talk about...
Coaching Like the Best: John Davenport Shares What Makes Cheer Athletics Teams Exceptional
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews John Davenport, Director of Routine Development at Cheer Athletics, and coach of SassyCats, Cheetahs and Pant...
Is USASF’s Reign Over? Les Stella on Why WASF Could Be the Future of Cheerleading
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Les Stella, the Executive Director of the new World Allstar Federation. Les talks about his start with the US...
The Pros and Cons of Running a D2 Gym with Aly Wenzel
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason interviews Aly Wenzel, the cheer director at Central Coast Elite. Aly talks about the pros and cons of the being a d2 gym, her t...
What It Takes to Cheer in College: Expert Advice from HPU’s Ryan Johnson
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Ryan Johnson, the head cheerleading coach at Hawaii Pacific University. Ryan talks about why HPU cheer went a...
Is the Cheer Industry Headed in the Right Direction? Alex Gaggioli of Cheer Theory Weighs In
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Alex Gaggioli, the face behind the Cheer Theory website. Alex shares why he started Cheer Theory, his thought...
Achieving Success On and Off the Mat: Mandy Morgan’s Guide to Balancing Cheer and Life
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Mandy Morgan owner of The OC Allstars! Mandy shares how she got involved with cheerleading, why she decided t...
How to Build a Strong, Positive Culture in Your Cheer Program With Baileigh Yorba
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason talks with Coach Baileigh about how to build up strong gym culture both within your staff and with the teams that you coach. Coa...
The Impact of the New Scoring System: How It Can Change the Way You Build Cheer Teams
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason shares how he thinks the new scoring system will impact teams and routines. Jason also explains how American Cheer came to focus...
Top Strategies in Motivating Cheerleaders: Building Drive and Confidence in Your Team
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason talks about his terrifying plane ride, the Sounds Like That Question of the Week is about keeping athletes motivated and Jason r...
The Summit or All-Star Worlds: Which Event Truly Reigns Supreme? Chris Comfort’s Take
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have on Chris Comfort aka CheerBoyMom of TikTok as a guest co-host stepping in for B-Moore. We get to know Chris a little bit, her athletes, ...
Why Fitness Matters in Cheer: Danielle Donovan the Importance on Conditioning
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat with Danielle Donovan, CEO and Founder of Cheer Fit, and host of the podcast Life After Cheer. We talk about how she initially ...
Helping Your Cheerleader's Coach Succeed: The Most Valuable Gift Cheer Parents Can Offer
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the question of the week is seeking advice for new coaches and new parents, and Jason talks about the different resources that have he...
The Truth About Winning: Brendan Mathews Reveals What Separates Champions from the Rest
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Brendan Mathews long time coach at CheerForce San Diego, and international choreographer. Brendan shares how ...
Building a Better Cheer Coach: My Ultimate Book List and the Lessons That Can Shape Your Coaching
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason's Ultimate Booklist for Coaches (Amazon links below) How to Win Friends and Influence People Coach Wooden Books What Drives Winning You Win the ...
Lessons from California Allstars SMOED: Eddie Rios on Coaching Excellence and Managing High Expectations
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Eddie Rios coach of The California Allstars SMOED! Eddie shares how he got involved with cheerleading, and th...
When Team Placements Fall Short of Expectations: What Athletes and Parents Should Know
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason and Brittany react to families not "Trusting the Process," when athletes didn't make the team they wanted. We find ou...
Is Fear Holding Your Cheer Gym Back? Charisma Jones on Competing D1 as a D2 Gym and Embracing Tougher Competition
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason interviews Charisma Jones, owner of the South Bay Divas. They talk about her start in cheerleading and how she started her gym....
Should Cheer Tryouts Mean Switching Gyms? Why Changing Gyms Isn’t Always the Best Move
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason and Brittany talk all things tryouts! The question of the week is about our tryout process, how to level up athletes, deciding t...
Tryouts Don’t Define You: A Cheer Coach’s Perspective on Growth and Self-Worth
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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Is Winning Worth the Stress? The Hidden Pressure on Cheer Coaches to Succeed
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
The United Scoring System Explained: What Cheer Coaches and Parents Should Know
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 o...
Are Some Cheer Events Overrated? What Truly Makes a Competition Worth Flying To
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Should Cheer Scoring Change? The Heated Debate Over Introducing a Code of Points
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 havin...
For Cheer Coaches: Lessons on Team Culture from Troy Hedgren of Magic All-Stars
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason interviews Troy Hedgren, owner of Magic Allstars in Anaheim, California. They talk about how Troy got into allstar cheer, also a...
Essential Advice for New Cheer Parents: What to Know Before Your Cheerleader Hits the Mat
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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, h...
Should Cheer Coaches Let Athletes Run Practice? Why I Trust My Cheerleaders to Lead
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 starte...
Why JAMZ Cheer and Dance Refuses to Sell Out: David Sims on Leading The Largest Independent Cheer Competition
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews David Sims, General Counsel and Vice President of Development of JAMZ Cheer and Dance. They talk JAMZ, and al...
NCA All-Star Nationals 101: Key Takeaways from This Year’s Event and What’s New
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Should Parents Complain to Cheer Coaches? The Best Way to Voice Concerns Respectfully
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason brings his own question of the week, "How can parents complain without complaining," and gives parents advice on how t...
What I Learned from My Biggest Coaching Mistakes – and How You Can Avoid Them
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Should You Avoid Strong Opponents? Why Embracing Competition is the Real Path to Success
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 CheerMatch Believes Virtual Competitions Offer Better Feedback Than In-Person Events
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 co...
Why Large Cheer Teams Aren’t Always Superior: The Case for Smaller Cheer Teams
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Why Cheer Coaches and Judges Often Disagree: Insights on the Cheer Scoring Disconnect
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 deal...
Should Coaches Share Score Sheets with Their Teams? Here’s Why I Say No
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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. 💵 $...
Understanding Raw Scores: What They Mean for Your Team’s Performance
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins explains what a team's "Raw Score" is and also talks about the upgrades Varsity made to the scoresheet. Britta...
Why Cheerleaders Are Placed Where They Are: The Secrets Behind Routine Positioning
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Could a Code of Points Improve Cheer Scoring? Here’s What It Would Mean for Athletes and Coaches
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Not Every Competition Is About Winning: How I Use Events to Teach My Athletes Key Lessons
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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'...
Jason talks with Tammy all about TSN's new AIR FLOOR at competitions
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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. Tamm...
Should We Be Worried About Air Floors in Cheer? Tammy Van Vleet Addresses the Risks
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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. Tamm...
Celebrating Every Level of Cheer: Diana Dragan on the Success of Lower Levels Cheer
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Diana Dragan owner of Lower Levels Cheer on Instagram and The Cheer Buzz media company. We talk about everyth...
Is Your Cheer Gym Breaking the Law? Why Music Licensing Matters and How LicenseLinQ Helps
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Jason interviews Jeff Benson on overcoming and preventing mental blocks
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Jeff Benson, author of Unblocked: The Walls Come Tumbling Down, on overcoming and preventing mental blocks. ...
Why Fear of Failure Holds Cheerleaders Back: Embracing Mistakes for Success
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore talk about what it’s like getting cheer music for the first time. Jason also shares a few cheer mus...
How to Make the Most of Practice: The Importance of Efficiency for Cheer Teams
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason emphasizes the importance of attending practice consistently and how it truly makes a difference. The question of the week is ab...
Understanding Cheer Parents: Key Differences in Working with Dads vs. Moms
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason tells Brittany about the differences between working with dads versus working with moms. Jason and Brittany talk about the annou...
Does Missing a Season of Flying or Basing Set Athletes Back? My Thoughts on Skill Progression. Plus, A Tribute to Beth Hendricks Mundell
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason and Brittany extend their condolences to Beth Hendricks Mundell’s family, and gym, Rockstar Arizona, after her recent passing....
Is "The Dark Side of Cheer" Fair to the Cheer Industry? My Reaction to HBO’s Documentary
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason and Brittany give their thoughts on the HBO Real Sports episode, "The Dark Side of Cheer," where HBO explores sexual a...
What Cheer Parents Need to Know About Closed Practices: My Perspective on the Pros and Cons
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore talk about the current events in the industry. The Cheerleading Worlds has added three new divisions,...
From Varsity Buyout to Industry Comeback: Tammy Van Vleet’s Story of Resilience in Cheer
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Tammy Van Vleet, owner of The Spirit Network. Tammy talks about how she first got started in the Allstar chee...