The Cardinal Fly-By

Send us Fan Mail Winning a State Championship was an incredible accomplishment—but for Osborne’s Raiders, it was never meant to be the end of the story. In Part 2 of our conversation with the State Champion Raiders, we turn our attention to what’s next. The team talks about the challenge of defending their title, what it will take to repeat as State Champions, and how the expectations change when...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to become a State Champion? In Part 1 of this special two-part episode of the Cardinal Fly-By, Dr. Needle and Ms. Leonard sit down with members of Osborne’s State Champion Raiders team to hear the story behind their incredible season. The Raiders take us back to the beginning—how they first became involved with the program, what drew them to the challenge of Raid...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Cardinal Fly-By, Dr. Ben Needle and Heidi Leonard sit down with Osborne’s own Ms. Lisa Peacock, recently named the Cobb County School District High School Teacher of the Year! Ms. Peacock shares her journey to Osborne, what makes the Cardinal community so special, and what it was like to discover—in front of students, colleagues, family, and a surprise visit...

Send us Fan Mail Cardinal Fly-By Podcast – Season 4, Episode 1: The School Year is Underway The 2026–2027 school year is officially underway, and we're kicking off Season 4 by looking at where Osborne has been, where we are today, and where we're headed next. Principal Dr. Troy Jones joins the conversation to reflect on the unforgettable Senior Walk that launched the year, celebrate the...

Send us Fan Mail It has been an incredible year filled with energy, growth, and unmistakable excitement off Favor Road! As the fall season took hold, Osborne came alive with a renewed sense of pride and momentum. From the buzz of Friday night lights in Cardinal Stadium to the outstanding performances on stage in our fine arts programs, there has been no shortage of moments that brought our communi...

Send us Fan Mail This week on the Cardinal Fly By Podcast, Dr. Ben Needle and Heidi Leonard sit down with Bri Schwarb, manager of Caribou Coffee and proud Osborne parent, along with Osborne student and Caribou team member, Oscar Segoviano. Together, they talk about what it means to blend community and campus pride — from Caribou’s decision to officially become one of Osborne’s featured business pa...

Send us Fan Mail This week on the Cardinal Fly By Podcast , Ben Needle and Heidi Leonard sit down with someone who represents the very heart of Osborne High School -  Ms. Shanay Brown , our Head Custodian and Classified Employee of the Year. From her warm smile to her tireless work behind the scenes, Ms. Brown keeps Osborne shining - literally and figuratively. In this episode, she reflects on her...

Send us Fan Mail   Cardinal Fly By Podcast | Osborne High School In this inspiring episode of The Cardinal Fly By , hosts Dr. Ben Needle and Heidi Leonard sit down with Osborne alum Dr. Levi Brice Edouna — a former valedictorian whose journey has taken him from the OHS stage and student government to Duke University , George Washington Medical School , and now Emory University , where he practices...

Send us Fan Mail Season 3, Episode 3 – Celebrating Bonus Block at Osborne High School In this episode of Cardinal Fly-By , Dr. Ben Needle and Heidi Leonard take listeners inside Osborne High School’s high-energy Bonus Block celebration —a NEW tradition that rewards academic success with music, games, Kona Ice, community spirit, and much more! Hear from some of our Yearbook students who helped to e...

Send us Fan Mail Cardinal Flyby Podcast: Season 3 Kicks Off with Dr. Jones The Cardinal Flyby Podcast is back—new season, new studio, and bigger than ever! Hosts Ben Needle and Heidi Leonard open by celebrating a major milestone: nearly 5,000 downloads across 30 countries and more than 300 cities . From Marietta to Scotland, Osborne’s story is reaching the world. This season premiere features none...

Send us Fan Mail The Cardinal Fly By: Season 3 is ready for takeoff! Join us as we dive into the heart of Osborne High School—celebrating the students, staff, and stories that make our community soar. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just tuning in, this season promises laughter, pride, and powerful moments that show why Osborne shines. Catch up on Seasons 1 and 2 while you wait—because Seaso...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the second episode in our three-part finale as we wrap up Season 2 of the Cardinal Fly By Podcast. This episode features heartfelt reflections and words of wisdom from three standout graduates—Jason Huynh, Emma Wood, and Jonah Gomez—each of whom earned the honor of speaking at Osborne High School’s graduation ceremony due to their exceptional merit and involvement. Jas...

Send us Fan Mail   As we close out Season 2 of Cardinal Fly By with a special three-part series highlighting standout voices from Osborne’s Class of 2025, this episode features valedictorian Jonah Gomez—an exceptional student, dedicated three-sport athlete, and a powerful voice for his peers. Jonah’s journey through high school was shaped by his decision to use life’s challenges as fuel for growth...

Send us Fan Mail In this fired-up episode of The Cardinal Fly By , we’re joined by none other than Chris Slaughter—a man who turned hustle into a lifestyle. From starting his business with nothing but a single 2005 Toyota Camry, he’s grown it into a powerhouse fleet that now includes award-winning tow trucks, a semi truck, and a lineup of sleek luxury vehicles. Chris brings the realness, the grind...

Send us Fan Mail Cardinal Fly By Podcast – This Week’s Episode Featuring Natalie Rutledge This week, we’re joined by the incredible Natalie Rutledge , Executive Director of Communities In Schools for Marietta and Cobb County. Natalie takes us on a journey through her high school years in Mississippi, the activities that shaped her, and the path that led her to Georgia. In this episode, she shares...

Send us Fan Mail Cardinal Fly By Podcast – Episode: A Senior Spotlight with Mr. & Ms. OHS In this special episode of the Cardinal Fly By Podcast , we are thrilled to welcome Osborne High School’s newly crowned Mr. and Ms. OHS, Moshe Ponce and Emma Wood! These standout seniors have made a lasting impact on their school community through their leadership, involvement, and unwavering Cardinal spi...

Send us Fan Mail On the Road: Osborne’s Senior Cardinal Capstone This week, we took the podcast on the road to capture the excitement of the Osborne Senior Cardinal Capstone for Spring 2025! After months of preparation, hundreds of seniors confidently presented their Five Star Lives to nearly 100 community judges, demonstrating remarkable poise and professionalism. Through this experience, student...

Send us Fan Mail The last time we spoke with Sandra DeSouza, she was gearing up for the biggest challenge of her career—a shot at a state title. Now, after months of relentless training, determination, and hard-fought battles, she has officially earned the title of state champion ! But this victory isn’t just hers alone; it’s also a defining moment for her coach, Troy Pruett, who has been by her s...

Send us Fan Mail Our Wrestlers are going one more round with Dr. Needle and Heidi Leonard! We asked them some tough questions and they did fantastic! Give this special episode a listen and find out who would win in a match amongst their coaches! Henry, Sandra, Jackie, Joseph, & Melaniee bring their humor and honesty to another exciting lightning round!  Remember, great things are going on off...

Send us Fan Mail It's not often that we have this many people in the studio but when you have a wrestling program that is as accomplished as ours, its time to pull in a few extra chairs and start talking. From individual accolades to team accomplishments, we hope that you will enjoy hearing the voices of our wrestling program. Each of our Athletes, Henry Benjamin, Sandra DaSouza, Jackie Oliva...

Send us Fan Mail It's time once again to speed things up with the Lightning Round! Who is faster on their feet with answering on the fly? Who's is the GOAT, MJ or LeBron? Who do these to coaches think is the most athletic admin? Find out these answers and many more on this installment of the Cardinal Fly-By Lightning Round! See some of the great things going on at Osborne by following us...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when physical fitness, quick wit, and an athletic pedigree only rivaled by pro-athletes joins us for the Cardinal Fly-By? Well, sit back and enjoy the results! This episodes features two very involved teachers at Osborne High School. Coach Foster has been a member of the Cardinal Family for over a decade. In that time, he has grown the soccer program into one that ann...

Send us Fan Mail After all of the excitement of the previous episode, there were more questions to be asked and laughs to be had! Find out which teacher keeps them laughing, which teacher would help them survive, and if they would give up once simple gadget for a million dollars! See some of the great things going on at Osborne by following us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/osbornehighs...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Cardinal Fly-By, Dr. Needle and Heidi Leonard exploare many of the beg events that have taken place this fall and also some of the excitement on the horizon! In this episode, we are joined by three Cardinals who are very involved in our school. Join us on a journey with Kevin, Jonah, and Emma! Hear how they are invovled, what leadership opportunities they ha...

Send us Fan Mail The Cardinal Fly By has featured countless events here AT Osborne but on this episode, we share what we do for our students BEYOND the school. Work Based Learning (WBL) is a program offered at schools that helps students to experience the world of work while also getting a credit for class. Shannon Shaw of the Cobb Innovation and Technology Academy and Katie Hunt of Osborne share...