APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Ever wondered what cheer directors are thinking when it comes to communication and extra practices? How are cheer coaches and directors handling the news about the allegations happening in cheer right now? Jason Larkins is the All Star Cheer Director of American Cheer in Bakersfield, California, and the host of the Let's Talk Cheer Podcast. Jason has some thoughts about communication between directors and parents, and last-minute cheer practices. WHY IS IT SO DIFFICULT TO GET BOYS TO JOIN CHEER? Jason got into cheer by accident (as so many of us do!) His cousin could ... view the post
ENCOURAGING BODY CONFIDENCE
| APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE | We've all had body issues at one time or another (I know I have!) We might not even be aware of them, but our critical self-talk can sometimes be louder than anything. Add in small uniforms, and constant demands on "image" in the cheer industry, and it's a recipe for our athletes to feel insecure about the way their bodies look. Jennifer Wagner is an author, a podcaster, and an educator for women to help the see their body is GOOD just as it is. Although she lost over 150 pounds, she still didn't feel comfortable and confident in her own skin. She had to do some ... view the post
NOW WHAT? A FOLLOW UP ON THE ALLEGATIONS IN CHEER
| APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE | WOW...I had no idea that the last episode of the podcast would resonate with so many of you. I am honored that it meant something to you, and that you trusted me to try and tell this story on behalf of those who came forward. So, now what? What do we do with all of this? In today's episode, I'm going to give a couple of updates, go a little deeper into what we can do as cheer parents and answer some of the questions you sent me. Remember, you can email me at hi@thecheermomblog.com, DM me on Instagram, or send me a voicemail. I would love to answer more of your ... view the post
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN CHEERLEADING RIGHT NOW?
| APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE | CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes explicit content and subject matter that may be triggering for some. A bomb has dropped on the All Star cheerleading industry. Since late August, a series of events has unfolded that has left it impossible to be left undiscussed. Allegations, lawsuits, and a prominent, nationally known program ceased to exist, literally overnight. This isn't a regular podcast episode and it was incredibly difficult for me to record. I battled over whether or not to even record it. But in order for the truth to be known and change to come about, we ... view the post
