Have you caught Netflix’s new doco America’s Sweethearts yet?It’s a look behind the curtain at one of America’s most loved institutions, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. The more we watched the series, the more questions came up about how these professional athletes are treated and compensated. Turns out the reality isn’t as bountiful as the pom poms may lead you to believe… THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia Get $20 off for our birthday. Click here to get a yearly Mamamia subscription for just $49. Conversation about the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders continues on Mamamia Out Loud, listen here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy  With thanks to:  *Maddison & Courtney - former Professional Cheerleaders  *Name has been changed to protect their identity Producers: Claire Murphy  Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Thom Lion  Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.