#24 BONUS EPISODE: When the Athletes Interview the Coach
This is a bonus episode — and a slightly chaotic one.
During the school holidays, two of our athletes asked if they could interview me. I had no idea what they were going to ask, what the rules were, or why forward rolls were suddenly involved… but I said yes anyway.
We talk cheer gym ownership, competitive teams, favourite levels, stunts, tumble passes, competitions, and what I’d do if someone handed me a million dollars. We also talk about performing, goal setting, growing up as a gym baby, and what the athletes are most excited about this season.
It’s spontaneous, funny, honest, and very real — exactly what happens when you give kids the microphone and let cheer life unfold.
No fluff. No script. Just a fun bonus chapter.
📚 Cheer Chapters – Cheerleading, Creativity & the Author Life
Welcome to Cheer Chapters — where cheerleading led me, slightly sideways, into author life.
I’m Allison. I’ve spent over two decades on the mats, in gyms, at competitions, and behind the scenes building cheer programs, coaching athletes, and learning things the hard way so you don’t have to. This podcast is for cheer parents, coaches, and program owners who want real stories, practical tools, and zero fluff.
I’m also a mum with dyslexia, ADHD, and a brain that enjoys the occasional side quest — so expect honesty, humour, detours, and growth along the way. We talk openly about supporting young athletes, running a gym without losing your mind, navigating cheer life as a family, and what inspired me to start writing books in the middle of it all.
In this podcast, you’ll hear:
• Straight-talk cheer coaching insights
• Behind-the-scenes of gym ownership
• Interviews, wins, fails & lessons learned
• Sneak peeks into my writing & publishing journey
• Real-world cheer life — the fun and the messy bits
New episodes drop regularly. Follow the podcast and join our cheer family — because in cheerleading, every chapter counts.
Allison xx
📚 FIND THE BOOKS
Author Exclusive Shop
https://thecheerleaderbookclub.com/shop/
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🤸 FREE DOWNLOAD
The Cheer Brilliance Blueprint
Map out a positive, confident cheerleading journey at home — because a happy cheerleader is a powerful one.
👉 https://thecheerleaderbookclub.com/#freedownload
🔗 TOOLS & RESOURCES I USE
Some of the links below are affiliate links. They may earn me a small commission at no extra cost to you and help support the podcast and books. I only share tools I genuinely use or recommend.
📚 Books & Author Tools
• ISBNs (AU) – Thorpe & Bowles
https://www.myidentifiers.com.au/
• Findaway Voices (Audiobooks)
https://www.voicesbyinaudio.com/
• BookVault (Print-on-Demand)
https://bookvault.app/join-the-team/
• ALLi – Alliance of Independent Authors
https://www.allianceindependentauthors.org/members/join?affid=20523
• Free ISBN Barcode Generator
https://kindlepreneur.com/isbn-bar-code-generator/
• IngramSpark (Global Distribution)
• Publisher Rocket (Keyword Research)
https://cheerchapters--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket/
• Amazon KDP
• BookLinker (Universal Amazon Links)
🎧 Podcasting
• RedCircle (Podcast Hosting & Distribution)
https://app.redcircle.com/sign-up
💼 Business & Websites
• Hostinger + WordPress
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• Namecheap (Domains & Email)
• Fiverr (Freelancers & Creatives)
• Canva (Design & Graphics)
• QuickBooks (Accounting)
https://quickbooks.intuit.com/
📱 Social Media & Content Tools
• Buffer (Scheduling)
https://buffer.com/join/66c386f3a7c32ef283f3be733cb8623df06b16fe81ceada6911ac8b57829ed3b
• Opus Clip (Short-Form Video Clips)
https://www.opus.pro/?via=760090
🌐 CONNECT & FOLLOW
• Website – The Cheerleader Book Club
https://www.thecheerleaderbookclub.com
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⚠️ DISCLAIMER
This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Please seek appropriate qualifications or professional guidance for coaching, training, business, or financial decisions.
