Cheer Dads Unfiltered

Cheer Dads Unfiltered
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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

  1. 5D AGO

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered - Episode 15: We Didn’t Expect Cheer to Change This Much… (Year 1 Reflections)

    We’re 15 episodes in… and somehow just crossed 1,000 streams 🤯 But more importantly we’re at the end of our first cheer season as dads. In this episode we take a step back and reflect on everything we’ve experienced so far: – First showcase reactions– Daddy-daughter stunt class (round 2 😂)– Regional Summit coming up– and the big question every cheer parent starts asking…what comes next? From not knowing anything about cheer… to being fully invested in it this episode is just three dads talking through what we’ve learned, what’s surprised us, and how this whole journey has changed us more than we expected. If you’re a cheer parent (or about to be)… this one will hit Be sure to like, subscribe and share! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @Cheerdadsunfiltered 📺 Follow us on Youtube @Cheerdadsunfiltered

    1h 18m

  2. MAR 26

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 14: Hit Zero Is a Lie?! Injuries, Pressure & The Reality of Competitive Cheer

    Episode 14 gets real. We’re diving into one of the biggest debates in competitive cheer right now… does “hitting zero” actually matter? From judging controversies and teams playing it safe, to injuries that change everything mid-season, this episode goes deeper than just routines and scores. We also talk about: What happens when a key athlete goes downThe mental pressure these athletes carryWhether it’s worse to fail… or be the reason your team losesAnd the growing cost of competitive cheerThis one hits different. Less surface-level, more real talk. If you’re a cheer parent, athlete, or just trying to understand the world behind the mat… this episode is for you. 🎧 New episodes weekly📲 Follow, share, and tag a fellow cheer parent

    53 min

  3. MAR 19

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 13: We Hit Zero… and Got 5th Place?! (Judging Controversy After Aloha)

    Fresh off our viral episode with Judge Gabby… we put everything we learned to the test at Aloha. Our girls hit their cleanest routine of the season. No falls. No deductions. Full confidence. …and we got 5th place. Yeah. We’re still trying to make sense of it. In this episode we break down: What it actually feels like when judging hits your own team Why “hit zero” doesn’t mean what parents think it means The reality of subjective scoring (and why it drives parents crazy) What we learned from Gabby’s judging breakdown and where we still question it The emotional rollercoaster of cheer comps (and why dads are getting hooked) Plus:🔥 Geoff's Hot Takes return (and they’re even spicier)🔥 Are cheer comps overpriced?🔥 Do uniforms secretly impact scoring?🔥 Why cheer culture is dominated by moms and where dads fit in and the biggest takeaway… 👉 Cheer dads are everywhere👉 They’ve just never had a voice… until now If you’re a cheer parent, a dad trying to figure it out, or just someone who loves real, unfiltered conversations… This one’s for you 🎙️ Follow us on Instagram/YouTube and join the movementWe’re here for every count 💪

    1h 1m

  4. MAR 12

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 12: How Cheer Judging REALLY Works (with Judge Gabby Mauro)

    Welcome back to Cheer Dads Unfiltered! In Episode 12 the dads finally stop guessing about cheer scoring… and bring in an actual judge to break it all down. We’re joined by Gabby Mauro, a cheer judge, educator, and routine review expert who helps teams understand how routines are really evaluated. If you’ve ever wondered: • Does screaming “HIT ZERO” actually help? • Do loud cheer parents affect scoring? • What are judges REALLY looking for during a routine? • Why do some routines place higher than others? Gabby pulls back the curtain and gives us the real inside look at how cheer competitions are judged. Along the way we talk about: • Gabby’s journey in the cheer world • How judging actually works behind the scenes • Common scoring myths in all-star cheer • What parents misunderstand about competitions • Why formations and transitions matter more than you think and of course… the dads still manage to ask the important questions about “farts and toots” Whether you're a cheer parent, athlete, coach, or just trying to understand the chaos of competition season, this episode is packed with insights and laughs. Huge thank you to Gabby Mauro for joining the show! Follow Gabby:📲 Instagram: @scoresheetswithgabbymauro 🎧 Listen to Cheer Dads Unfiltered Real cheer dads. Real conversations. No filters. Follow us for new episodes every week. 📲 Instagram: @cheerdadsunfiltered

    1h 14m

  5. MAR 5

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 11: Dads Need to Step Up in Competitive Cheer

    In Episode 11 it’s just the three of us. No guest No script Just real talk We’re diving into something that doesn’t get talked about enough in competitive cheer: Where are the dads? Too often dads show up as the Uber. The wallet. The quiet one in the stands. But when it comes to our sons? We’re at every practice. Every game. Every rep. So why is it different for our daughters? In this episode we talk about: • Being present vs. being engaged • Why dads matter more than we think in this sport • The uncomfortable dynamic of stepping into a mom-dominated space • Leading by example inside our own gyms If you’re a cheer dad or raising an athlete this one’s for you. Let’s change the culture. Check us out on Instagram and YouTube @Cheerdadsunfiltered

    1 hr

  6. FEB 26

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 10: Why Cheer Needs More Men | Coach Shaq’s Story

    In Episode 10 of Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we sit down with Coach Shaq. An athlete on Team Reign, a coach at USA Gym and one of the most impactful personalities in our cheer community. What started as a conversation about a Daddy-Daughter stunt class quickly turned into something more profound. Shaq opens up about:• Growing up between football and cheer• Navigating stereotypes as a Black, gay male cheerleader• The emotional journey with his father• Almost walking away from the sport• Why mentorship means everything to him• What he hopes young athletes will say about him years from now This episode is honest, vulnerable and powerful. If you’re a cheer parent, athlete, coach or a dad trying to show up better this one will hit. We’re grateful to Shaq for trusting us with his story. 🎙 Watch full episodes on YouTube:@cheerdadsunfiltered 📲 Follow us on Instagram for clips, behind-the-scenes, and updates:@cheerdadsunfiltered

    1h 6m

  7. FEB 19

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 9: The Fall That Fueled Us | Jamfest Recap + 1.25 Deduction Breakdown

    Second comp of the season. 7am arrival. No pit. Private suite with our podcast name on the door. and a 1.25 deduction that changed everything. In this episode we break down: – The early morning chaos – Security drama and no pit reaction – The nugget fall and what really happened – How deductions actually work – Third place emotions – Why failure might be the best thing for this team – Suite life recap – Geoff’s first-ever Hot Takes segment What hit us most? The resilience. One mistake didn’t define the routine. One fall didn’t define the girls. and third place didn’t define the day. If you're a cheer parent navigating the emotional rollercoaster of competition season this one is for you. New episodes every Thursday at 6am MST.

    1h 7m

  8. FEB 12

    Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 8: Through Their Eyes | Our Girls’ First Year in Competitive Cheer

    This episode is a special one. After hearing from our coaches last week, we flip the mic one more time and sit down with the reason this whole journey exists....our daughters. In Episode 8 of Cheer Dads Unfiltered, we talk with Izzy, Everly, and Ruby about their very first season in competitive cheer. From nerves before their first competition, to counting on the mat, to what cheer really feels like through their eyes. This one hits different. After the girls head into practice, the dads jump back on the mic for Part 2: • Our first on-episode Dubby unboxing • Honest reactions (no script, no ad vibes) • Talking comps, expectations, and what feels different heading into Jam Fest • Life as cheer dads learning it in real time This episode is raw, fun, emotional, and exactly what Cheer Dads Unfiltered is all about. Whether you’re a cheer parent, a sports dad, or just figuring it out as you go you’re in the right place. 🎧 Listen, follow, and share with another cheer family. Sponsor: Dubby Energy Use code **CHEERDADSUNFILTERED** for 10% off New episodes every Thursday.

    58 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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