What Should Parents Know Before Entering the All Star Cheer World?
Release Date: 09/17/2025
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When tempers flare, emotions run wild, and the cheer world gets loud, great leaders learn to stay steady. In this MotUS Edge episode, Stacy Rowe and Casey Jones unpack real stories and hard-earned lessons on emotional intelligence—from reading the room to handling parent chaos to leading with heart and logic. Whether you’re coaching, directing a program, or keeping your gym afloat, this episode gives you the mindset tools to lead with strength, grace, and a whole lot of humanity. ******************************************* Connect with the MotUS Team: Online | ...
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Stacy Rowe and Casey Jones sit down with Cat Haley of Cat Haley Cheerleading to talk athlete longevity, flexibility, injury prevention, and their opinions of the Pro Cheer League. Cat shares her powerful personal story, breaks down why flexibility is neurological—not muscular—and explains how coaches, gym owners, and parents can better protect athletes’ bodies for long-term success. From injry prevention to practical stretching strategies, this episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about building stronger, healthier cheer programs. *******************************************...
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How Is Data Changing the Future of All Star Cheerleading?
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In this MotUS Edge Podcast, Stacy Rowe and Kevin Brubaker sit down with Alex Gaggioli, founder of Cheer Theory, to unpack the data-driven backbone of All Star cheerleading. From tracking over 1,300 competitions a season to understanding industry trends, scoring transparency, and the evolution of Worlds teams, Alex shares how Cheer Theory became the go-to resource for coaches, gym owners, and fans. This candid conversation covers cheer history, technology, positivity in coverage, and what it will take for cheerleading to truly grow as a sport *******************************************...
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What Have We Learned After One Year of The MotUS Edge Podcast?
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In this milestone episode of the MotUS Edge Podcast, Stacy Rowe, Casey Jones, Cole Stott, and Kevin Brubaker celebrate one full year behind the mic and reflect on the wins, challenges, and growth of 2025. From business expansions, mergers, book launches, and leadership lessons to balance, health, family, and bold plans for 2026, this episode is equal parts reflection and forward momentum. Honest insights, real talk, dad jokes, and rapid-fire questions make this a must-listen for gym owners and industry leaders ready to build smarter and lead stronger into the new year. ...
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🎄 Christmas Traditions, Laughs & Cheer: A MotUS Edge Holiday Mini Episode
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In this festive MotUS Edge Mini Christmas Podcast, Stacy Rowe, Casey Jones, and Kevin Brubaker swap holiday traditions, favorite Christmas movies, family memories, and a perfectly groan-worthy dad joke. From Italian Christmas Eve feasts and potluck breakfasts to Santa visits, candlelight services, and Die Hard debates, this lighthearted episode is a reminder to slow down, laugh often, and cherish the season. A warm, witty holiday sendoff from the MotUS Edge crew before the new year kicks in. ******************************************* Connect with the MotUS Team: Online | ...
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In this power-packed episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, Stacy Rowe and Casey Jones sit down with leadership truth-teller and author Tilmer Wright to unpack his hit book How to Manage Without Being a Jackass. From the sacred duty of leading humans to the messy art of honest feedback, the trio dives into real-life stories, hard-won lessons, and the humanity at the heart of great leadership. If you’ve ever wondered whether you might be part of the problem—or how to avoid becoming the kind of boss people dodge in the hallway—this episode delivers the clarity, humor, and gut-checks you need....
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Stacy Rowe, Casey Jones, Cole Stott, and Kevin Brubaker tackle one of the most essential—and misunderstood—topics in business and life: budgeting. From running a profitable gym to managing personal finances, the crew dives into how to build a budget that’s not a restriction but a roadmap to freedom. They share hard-earned lessons, common mistakes, and tips on balancing financial discipline with life experiences—all wrapped in classic MotUS humor and honesty. ******************************************* Connect with the MotUS Team: Online | Email | ...
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How Do You Rebuild a Business After a Life-Altering Setback?
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In this powerful episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, Stacy Rowe, Casey Jones, and Cole Stott sit down with Carmine Silano, founder of CheerSounds, to talk about transforming cheer music, scaling a business with tech, and overcoming life’s toughest challenges. Carmine shares his journey from computer science to cheerleading, the creation of CheerSounds’ groundbreaking music platform, and how he rebuilt his business while facing brain surgery. He also dives into the future of AI in cheer music, the importance of processes like OKRs, and why giving every team—big or small—the best service...
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The Jones family takes us inside their grueling 29029 Everesting adventure — eight climbs, 36 hours, no excuses. Stacy and Casey sit down with Heather and Emily Jones to unpack the training, the fear, the grit, and the life-changing triumph of summiting again and again. From near-quitting moments to powerful family breakthroughs, this unforgettable story shows what happens when ordinary people choose an extraordinary challenge. Perfect for athletes, coaches, parents, and anyone hungry for a spark of courage. 29029 Eversting Website: *******************************************...
info_outlineIn this episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, hosts Stacy Rowe and Casey Jones sit down with Jason Larkins, and host of Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast. Jason shares how he launched his show during COVID, the hurdles he overcame, and the lessons he’s learned about transparency and leadership in the cheer industry. He also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his brand-new book, Upside Down and Back Again: A Parent’s Guide to All-Star Cheerleading, offering invaluable insights for parents navigating the All-Star cheer world. Packed with inspiration, laughter, and even a dad joke challenge, this episode is a must-listen for gym owners, parents, and cheer fans everywhere.
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Be sure to check out our other projects too:
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Cheerfest • www.cheerfest.com
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Production by Clanton Creative www.clantoncreative.com
Custom Music through CheerSounds
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