Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 28: Gina Bartel on Cheer Moms Anonymous, Cheer Parenting & Life Behind the Mat

Cheer Dads Unfiltered – Episode 28: Gina Bartel on Cheer Moms Anonymous, Cheer Parenting & Life Behind the Mat

Our first ever Cheer Mom has officially entered the chat This week on Cheer Dads Unfiltered we're joined by Gina Bartel, creator of Cheer Moms Anonymous and unofficial co-host of Let's Talk Cheer alongside Jason Larkins. From Pop Warner to All Star Cheer, coaching her daughter, navigating gym changes, surviving tryouts, team moms, competition weekends, Pizza Paul, Crock-Pots at Summit, and everything in between, Gina gives us an honest look at what life is really like from a cheer mom's perspective. If you've ever wondered what goes through a cheer parent's mind behind the scenes this episode is for you. In this episode: • Why Gina created Cheer Moms Anonymous • The biggest mistakes new cheer parents make • The emotional side of tryouts and team placements • Why parents become so invested in cheer • The truth about All-Star Cheer vs. Rec Cheer • Team moms, travel weekends and competition life • Pizza Paul, hot dogs, standing fulls and plenty of laughs Whether you're a cheer mom, cheer dad, coach, athlete or just beginning your cheer journey, we hope this conversation reminds you that we're all figuring it out together. 🎧 Follow Gina: Instagram & TikTok: @ginablivin 📘 Join Cheer Moms Anonymous on Facebook 🎙️ Listen to Let's Talk Cheer with Jason Larkins and Gina Bartel 🏆 Gina is nominated for Best Social Media Presence at the Cheer Choice Awards! Vote here: https://cheerawards.org If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, leave a review and share it with another cheer family. 📲 Follow Cheer Dads Unfiltered Instagram: @cheerdadsunfiltered YouTube: Cheer Dads Unfiltered We're here for every count

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

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 [https://fullout.energy/] Follow Cheer Dads Unfiltered for more conversations with cheer parents, coaches, gym owners, athletes, and leaders across the cheer community.

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

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 [https://instagram.com/cheerdadsunfiltered] 🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@cheerdadsunfiltered [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