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. 6 days ago

    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

    1hr 23min

  2. 4 Jun

    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

    1hr 20min

  3. 28 May

    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

    1hr 31min

  4. 21 May

    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

    1hr 22min

  5. 14 May

    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

    1hr 34min

  6. 7 May

    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.

    1hr 16min

  7. 30 Apr

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 19: Roger Schonder on All-Star Cheer, The Pro League and What Parents Get Completely Wrong

    This one’s different. We sat down with Roger Schonder — co-founder of Stingrays, Team Manager for Atlanta Air (Pro Cheer League), and a 30+ year veteran of all-star cheer — to break down what’s REALLY happening behind the scenes. From tryouts… to Worlds… to the future of the sport. If you’re a cheer parent, this episode will change how you see everything. We cover: The biggest misconceptions parents have about cheerWhat actually determines team selection (it’s not what you think)The reality of Worlds-level competitionHow the Pro Cheer League is changing the gameWhy development matters more than winningWhat separates elite programs like Stingrays This is one of those episodes you send to every cheer parent you know. 🎧 Listen now and see cheer differently. 📲 Follow us: Instagram: @cheerdadsunfilteredSpotify: Cheer Dads UnfilteredYouTube: Subscribe for weekly episodes — This is Cheer Dads Unfiltered We’re here for every count

    1hr 17min

  8. 23 Apr

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 18: Brooke on Choreography, Scoring Secrets, and What Actually Wins Routines

    This week, we brought in someone who sees cheer from every angle… Coach. Judge. Gym owner. Choreographer. Brooke (Queen B Choreo) breaks down what really goes into building a routine and it’s way more than just dance. We went in as first-year cheer dads… and came out realizing we’ve been watching routines completely wrong. In this episode, we get into: 👉 What choreographers actually do (it’s not just dance)👉 How routines are built to maximize the score sheet👉 Why most parents misunderstand scoring👉 The difference between difficulty vs execution (and what actually wins)👉 How small details decide competitions👉 What happens when coaches tweak routines after choreo👉 Behind-the-scenes judging insights you’re not supposed to know Plus… 🔥 Hot takes on:– Clean vs difficult– Do coaches mess up routines?– What really matters more: stunts or dance?– The most overrated skills in cheer If you’re a cheer parent, athlete, or coach… This is one of those episodes that changes how you watch the sport. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify & YouTube 📲 Follow for more real conversations from the cheer world We’re here for every count

    1hr 18min
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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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