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On The Fly

Tennessee Education News & Policy

On The Fly takes listeners further into the education stories we cover—featuring in-depth conversations with lawmakers, educators, and policymakers shaping Tennessee's schools.

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Every Episode Delivers

Education insights you can actually use, no fluff, no spin.

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Hear from Tennessee Speaker Cameron Sexton, lawmakers, Congressmen, state reps, and education leaders shaping Tennessee policy.

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Go deeper than headlines. Each episode unpacks the education issues impacting your community with context and clarity.

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Understand what's happening and how it impacts your local schools, students, and families. Knowledge you can act on.

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Everything you need to know about On The Fly.

What is On The Fly podcast about?

On The Fly is the podcast of the Tennessee Firefly, taking listeners further into the education stories we cover, featuring in-depth conversations with journalists, educators, and policymakers.

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On The Fly is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube, and via RSS Feed, listen on any podcast app.

How can I suggest a topic?

Email sky@tnsuccess.org or connect on social media using #OnTheFlyPodcast. We love hearing from listeners.

Who produces the podcast?

On The Fly is produced by The Tennessee Firefly, a project of Tennessee for Student Success focused on independent education journalism.

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