[The Good Doctors Diagnose] Netflix’s ‘Cheer’ and the Reality of Systemic Abuse in USA Cheerleading

The Good Doctors dive into Netflix’s documentary “Cheer,” in particular, the fifth episode of the somewhat unexpected season two. They talk about Monica’s obligations as a leader and role model for her team and the arrest of Jerry Harris, as well as the lack of protections for kids in the whole collegiate cheer network.

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Show Notes:

Main Topic:
1. https://www.teenvogue.com/story/jerry-harris-cheer-lawsuit
2. https://www.teenvogue.com/story/the-real-story-of-cheer-on-netflix-is-the-bravery-of-abuse-survivors
3. https://nypost.com/2021/07/21/texas-cheerleading-twins-accuse-coach-jason-mccartney-of-sexual-abuse/
4. https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-northwestern-cheerleader-lawsuit-sexual-assault-title-ix-20210129-dwmpjtoxknh2lcl5uj76hsz3oy-story.html
5. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/investigations/2021/02/05/netflix-cheer-athletes-robert-scianna-mitchell-ryan-arrested-sex-misconduct/4406962001/
6. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2021/09/14/netflix-cheer-athlete-mitchell-ryan-wont-face-sexual-assault-charge/8331192002/

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