Cheer Dads Unfiltered

Cheer Dads Unfiltered

Cheer Dads Unfiltered is a real, raw and hilarious podcast about life as a competitive cheer dad. Hosted by Tom, Geoff and David we break down everything no one warns you about once your kid joins cheer. The long nights, early mornings, gym culture, competitions, money, emotions, wins, losses and the chaos in between. From the stands to the car ride home this show is for parents, families and anyone living the cheer life who wants honest conversations, laughs and a place to feel seen. No filters. No fluff. Just real talk from dads in the thick of it

  1. vor 6 Tagen

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 27: Hallie Green on Navarro, Worlds & Becoming a Pro Cheer Athlete

    Hallie Green has lived nearly every level of cheerleading imaginable From starting cheer at just 3 years old, to competing with Stingrays, Cheer Athletics, Navarro College, and now Dallas Drive in the Professional Cheer League, Hallie joins the Cheer Dads to share what it really takes to reach the highest levels of the sport In this episode we discuss: ✅ Growing up in All Star cheer ✅ Competing at Summit and Worlds ✅ Being recruited to Navarro ✅ The reality behind Cheer on Netflix ✅ College cheer vs. All-Star cheer ✅ The importance of great coaches and stunt groups ✅ Life as a Dallas Drive professional athlete ✅ The future of Pro Cheer If your athlete dreams of cheering in college, competing at Worlds, or one day becoming a professional cheerleader, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration. Follow Hallie:@stingray.hallie@dallasdrive_pcl

    1 Std. 11 Min.

  2. 18. Juni

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 26: Joe Rodgers on Cheer Scoring, FullOut Energy & Building Cheer Data

    In this episode of Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we sit down with fellow cheer dad Joe Rodgers, founder of FullOut Energy. Like many parents, Joe found himself sitting at competitions wondering: "How did that score happen?" After years of trying to understand score sheets, deductions, rankings, and what actually separates winning teams from the rest, Joe decided to build a solution. What started as a spreadsheet turned into FullOut Energy — a platform helping parents, athletes, coaches, and gyms better understand competitive cheer through data, scoring insights, team performance tracking, athlete profiles, and more. We dive into: • Joe's journey into competitive cheer • The reality of cheer scoring • Why so many parents struggle to understand score sheets • How FullOut Energy was built • The future of athlete profiles and cheer data • Cheer parent myths and conspiracy theories • White shoes vs black shoes • Why cheer develops incredible work ethic in athletes • What the future of the sport could look like Whether you're a new cheer parent or a seasoned veteran, this episode offers a unique look at the numbers behind the sport we all love. Learn more about Joe and FullOut Energy: https://fullout.energy Follow Cheer Dads Unfiltered for more conversations with cheer parents, coaches, gym owners, athletes, and leaders across the cheer community.

    1 Std. 19 Min.

  3. 11. Juni

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 25: Hollis Hale on Youth Summit, Worlds & Building Cheer Dad Apparel

    In Episode 25 of Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we sit down with fellow cheer dad and founder of Cheer Dad Apparel, Hollis Hale. What started as "just another activity" for his daughter quickly became a full-blown family lifestyle. From local competitions to Youth Summit championships, Worlds, cross-country travel, and building a brand for cheer dads, Hollis shares what it's really like going all-in on the sport. We dive into: ✅ The reality of all-star cheer travel ✅ What most parents don't understand about competitive cheer ✅ Youth Summit, Worlds, and the evolution of the sport ✅ Cheer dad friendships and community ✅ The highs, lows, costs, and memories that come with the journey ✅ How Cheer Dad Apparel was born Whether you're brand new to cheer or several seasons deep, this episode is packed with laughs, stories, and perspectives every cheer family can relate to. Follow Hollis & Cheer Dad Apparel: 📸 @cheerdadapparel If you're enjoying Cheer Dads Unfiltered ⭐ Follow the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review ⭐ Share this episode with another cheer parent ⭐ Help us continue growing the cheer community We're just three dads figuring it out one comp weekend at a time. #CheerDadsUnfiltered #CheerDad #AllStarCheer #YouthSummit #CheerDadApparel #CheerParents #CheerFamily

    1 Std. 23 Min.

  4. 4. Juni

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 24: Judge Mimi on Cheer Scoring, Worlds, Summit & What Judges Really See

    What do judges actually look for during a routine? How much do uniforms, execution, crowd energy, creativity and difficulty REALLY matter? In this episode of Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we sit down with Judge Mimi — one of the most recognizable voices in competitive cheer judging and education online. With 20+ years of judging experience across the cheer world, Mimi breaks down: • What judges actually score• Why execution matters more than most parents realize• The truth about Worlds & Summit scoring• Uniforms, black shoes, and visual presentation• Parent behavior at competitions• Social media’s impact on cheer culture• The evolution of routines, creativity & international cheer• What separates elite programs from good ones We also dive into:🏆 Worlds & Summit takeaways📣 Crowd energy vs athlete performance🎀 Cheer parents vs judges👟 White uniforms vs dark uniforms😂 Geoff trying to become a Level 0.001 flyer …and yes, the legendary “seat roll” debate Whether you’re a cheer parent, athlete, coach, or just trying to understand why everyone is screaming about score sheets every weekend… this episode is for you. 👇 FOLLOW & SUPPORT CDU 👇 📸 Instagram:https://instagram.com/cheerdadsunfiltered 🎥 YouTube:https://youtube.com/@cheerdadsunfiltered If you enjoyed the episode: ⭐ Subscribe⭐ Leave a review⭐ Share with another cheer family New episodes every Thursday #CheerDadsUnfiltered #JudgeMimi #Cheerleading #Worlds2026 #Summit2026 #AllStarCheer #CheerParents #CheerPodcast

    1 Std. 20 Min.

  5. 28. Mai

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 23: Justin Carrier on Varsity Events, Cheer Culture & Athlete Experience

    In Episode 23 of Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we sit down with Justin Carrier — VP of Event Experience & Operations at Varsity Spirit for a real conversation about the evolution of All Star cheer, athlete experience, behind-the-scenes event operations, Pro Cheer League and the future of the sport. Justin shares stories and insights from over 30 years in cheer as an athlete, coach, choreographer and event leader while giving us a look behind the curtain at what goes into creating major competitions and experiences for athletes and families. We talk: • Cheer culture and community• Event operations and behind-the-scenes stories• Athlete confidence and leadership• The growth of Pro Cheer League• Funny competition moments• What parents don’t realize about cheer events• Why the sport matters far beyond the mat A grounded, fun and insightful episode for cheer parents, athletes, coaches and fans alike. 📺 Follow Cheer Dads Unfiltered Instagram: @cheerdadsunfiltered TikTok: @cheerdadsunfiltered YouTube: @cheerdadsunfiltered

    1 Std. 31 Min.

  6. 21. Mai

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 22: Varsity Spirit President Bill Seely on Pro Cheer, Olympics & Cheer’s Future

    This week on Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we sit down with Bill Seely — President of Varsity Spirit — for one of the biggest and most meaningful conversations we’ve had yet. We talk about the future of cheerleading, the rise of the Pro Cheer League, Team USA, Olympic possibilities, Varsity Spirit, parenting through sports, athlete development, confidence, leadership, and why cheer continues to impact families across the world. But more than anything… this episode is about people The athletesThe coachesThe parentsThe memories and the experiences that make this sport so special This conversation felt less like an interview and more like three cheer dads sitting down with someone who genuinely loves the sport and wants to see it continue growing in the right direction. We also: 😂 Pitch a Daddy/Daughter stunt competition🏆 Talk Pro Cheer League growth🌎 Discuss Olympic dreams for cheer💪 Break down why cheer builds incredible life skills👨‍👧 Talk parenting, confidence & resilience through sports Huge thank you to Bill and the Varsity Spirit team for joining us and supporting Cheer Dads Unfiltered. Follow CDU on Instagram, & Youtube, and TikTok@CheerDadsUnfiltered

    1 Std. 22 Min.

  7. 14. Mai

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 21: Hannah Kirby on College Cheer Recruiting, NAIA, Scholarships & What Coaches REALLY Look For

    What does it REALLY take to cheer in college? In Episode 21 of Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we sit down with Hannah Kirby — Head Cheer Coach at Taylor University — to unpack the world of collegiate cheer from the coach’s side of the mat. From recruiting and scholarships to All-Star vs school cheer, Hannah breaks down what college coaches are ACTUALLY looking for in athletes… and it’s not always what parents think. We get into: The truth about college cheer recruitingNAIA vs NCAA explainedWhat separates athletes at the next levelWhy attitude matters more than talentSocial media mistakes athletes makeThe role parents SHOULD (and shouldn’t) playAll-Star vs school cheer debateCheer culture, team dynamics & leadershipHow Hannah built Taylor University’s programWhy cheer can open doors far beyond the sportPlus: Tom tries to enroll at Taylor University, Geoff relives his football days from “1901” and Hannah officially calls out hand-in-hands as overrated 😂 Whether you’re a cheer parent, athlete, coach, or just trying to understand the road to college cheer this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and real perspective. 🎧 Listen now and send this to a cheer parent who needs to hear it #CheerDadsUnfiltered #CollegeCheer #Cheerleading #AllStarCheer #TaylorUniversity #CheerParents #NAIA #NCAA #CheerPodcast #YouthSports

    1 Std. 34 Min.

  8. 7. Mai

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 20: Cody from Cheer Dad Life on $1,000 Weekends, Cheer Parent Mistakes & Raising Athletes

    This week on Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we sit down with Cody from Cheer Dad Life — a 10+ year cheer dad veteran and author of The Cheer Dad’s Survival Guide: All Star Cheer Edition. We get REAL about: 💸 The famous “$1,000 cheer weekend”📣 The biggest mistakes new cheer parents make📈 Why parents rush progression too fast🏆 Winning vs development🧠 Raising confident athletes through cheer👨‍👧 The emotional side of being a cheer parent This episode is packed with perspective, laughs, hard truths, and relatable moments every cheer family will understand. Whether you're brand new to all star cheer or years deep into the chaos… this one will hit home. 📘 Check out Cody’s book:“The Cheer Dad’s Survival Guide: All Star Cheer Edition” Follow Cody / Cheer Dad Life:Instagram: @cheerdadlife 🎙️ Cheer Dads Unfiltered Real dads. Real cheer conversations.

    1 Std. 16 Min.
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Cheer Dads Unfiltered is a real, raw and hilarious podcast about life as a competitive cheer dad. Hosted by Tom, Geoff and David we break down everything no one warns you about once your kid joins cheer. The long nights, early mornings, gym culture, competitions, money, emotions, wins, losses and the chaos in between. From the stands to the car ride home this show is for parents, families and anyone living the cheer life who wants honest conversations, laughs and a place to feel seen. No filters. No fluff. Just real talk from dads in the thick of it

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