Alameda PostCast

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A weekly ten-minute roundup of news and information for the city of Alameda, CA. Hosted by Scott Piehler. Visit https://AlamedaPost.com/podcast for more!

September 12, 2025 – Episode 171
Last Friday at 7:00 AM

In Episode 172, Scott Piehler's topics include: APD keeps busy. Students stage a walkout. A preview of the next City Council meeting. Job and volunteer opportunities. Farewell to a local restaurant. Plenty to do this weekend. And Scott joins the airwaves of KCSM-HD2. 

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September 5, 2025 – Episode 170
#170
09/05/2025

In Episode 170, Scott Piehler's topics include: APD busts a gambling ring. Books Inc. gets a new owner. The Central Ave. Mobil saga continues. A new occupant for an old building. The latest real estate sales. The Food Bank could use a hand. From the Bard to Baseball to the Big Top to Barbecue, a bounty of activities to choose from. And, a huge thank you from all of us at the Post.
 

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August 29, 2025 – Episode 169
#169
08/29/2025

In Episode 169, Scott Piehler's topics include: A water main break shuts down Webster. Businesses coming and businesses going. Expect a busy City Council meeting. A potential addition to Lincoln Avenue. Questions regarding Alameda High’s softball field. St. George Distillery lends a hand to the Alameda Food Bank. The Bay State comes to the Bay Area. Plenty to do this holiday weekend, and Bryan Woo makes history. 
 

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August 22, 2025 – Episode 168
#168
08/22/2025

In Episode 168, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda PD thwarts a bank robbery. AUSD turns down the heat. Alameda represented on the SF Bay Ferry board. Real estate sales. Plenty to do this weekend, including a growing comic convention. Time to shred some documents, and a special lunar event. 

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August 15, 2025 – Episode 167
#167
08/15/2025

In Episode 167, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda PD makes a wish come true, and warns of a growing scam. The Electrify Expo returns. Blueberries, birds, and blue moons. The Hornet prepares to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Plus events to feed body mind and spirit. 

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August 8, 2025 – Episode 166
#166
08/08/2025

In Episode 166, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda Point complications. Busy times for our first responders. Back to school means new traffic patterns. The latest real estate sales. And plenty to keep you busy this weekend. These stories and more on this episode of the Alameda PostCast.

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August 1, 2025 – Episode 165
#165
08/01/2025

In Episode 165, Scott Piehler's topics include: A major discrepancy in political donations. The Planning Board approves an eight-story project. A mystery from 2008 is solved. Encouraging results from a chemical removal test. An Alameda rower breaks a dry spell for the USA. Plus arts and the outdoors.

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July 25, 2025 – Episode 164
#164
07/25/2025

In Episode 164, Scott Piehler's topics include: A pipe bomb shuts down traffic. Alameda PD adds patrols and shares the latest crime statistics. The Planning Board to discuss an eight story structure. Local golf, boating, and baseball in the news. Great events for the younger set. Radio Day by the Bay is a success. And, if you think it’s been cold lately, you’re right.


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July 18, 2025 – Episode 163
#163
07/18/2025

In Episode 163, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council approves funding for the World Cup. The City Attorney’s office receives national recognition. National politics affecting the Alameda Food Bank. FAAS welcomes their new CEO. A local dog adoption goes viral. The latest real estate sales. And another weekend full of great events. 

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July 11, 2025 – Episode 162
#162
07/11/2025

In Episode 162, Scott Piehler's topics include: A busy 4th of July Weekend brings highs and lows. Changes at the Coast Guard. The City Council to discuss an assist to the World Cup. SFO and OAK are at it again. AC transit gets ready to realign the route system. A new restaurant in a familiar location. Lots to do this weekend, and Alameda produces an All-Star. 

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July 4, 2025 – Episode 161
#161
07/04/2025

In Episode 161, Scott Piehler's topics include: The big parade is here, along with road closures and bus changes. An arrest at an Alameda school. July brings price increases.  City Council moves the Aquatic Center forward, and honors an Alameda centenarian. Housing construction just got easier. The latest real estate sales. Another airport name change. And bankruptcy for a historic company. 

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June 27, 2025 – Episode 160
#160
06/27/2025

In Episode 160, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council approves the Pacific Fusion purchase. A would-be entrepreneur makes a head-scratching pitch. The City and Port of Oakland’s Turning Basin project. AHS names its scoreboard. The Prosecution and Public Rights Unit reflects on 2024. A stronger than usual Alameda connection for Pixar’s latest. Events for the weekend, and Scott digs in at some local favorites.

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June 20, 2025 – Episode 159
#159
06/20/2025

In Episode 159, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda PD takes down a scammer, and honors one of their own. Three thousand take part in Alameda’s “No Kings” rally. Mia Bonta declares “California is for all.” The latest real estate sales. Get to know Mozart and Verdi. Quilts and pinball: celebrating the achievements of women.  Events to get you up and moving. Plus, Scott mentors the next generation of podcasters. 

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June 13, 2025 – Episode 158
#158
06/13/2025

In Episode 158, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda joins the No Kings protests. EBMUD raising rates. The Planning Board approves extended hours for a gas station. City Council to vote on the Pacific Fusion sale. The Estuary shuttle is adding more service. How much do you know about pelicans? Remembering Weezie Mott. And, weekend events. 

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June 6, 2025 – Episode 157
#157
06/06/2025

In Episode 157, Scott Piehler's topics include: A water quality update. Changes in the Master Fee Schedule. A Planning Board preview. Alameda and the current administration. New members of the AFD Dive team. Crime statistics. A look at real estate sales. Tennessee Williams at Altarena. Plus lots to do with Fido this weekend. 

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May 30, 2025 – Episode 156
#156
05/30/2025

In Episode 156, Scott Piehler's topics include: Sinking ships and sick pets-bad news from the water. The District Attorney drops charges in the Radius Recycling Fire. The Planning Board addresses affordable housing. A look ahead to the next City Council meeting. Congratulations to our local Special Olympians. Alameda is one of the top Entrepreneurial cities in America. Plus weekend events. 

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May 23, 2025 – Episode 155
#155
05/23/2025

In Episode 155, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda Police on the job, and at City Council. The Planning Board sets their budget. An apartment fire displaces residents. Added security for Ferry commuters. An unexpected change at the Coast Guard. Alameda Health System gets some good news. The latest real estate sales. Activities for your holiday weekend. Congratulations to a local high school thespian. And a change to a local favorite brew.


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May 16, 2025 – Episode 154
#154
05/16/2025

In Episode 154, Scott Piehler's topics include: EBMUD proposes rate hikes. A surf park for Alameda? More on Pacific Fusion. A preview of the next City Council meeting. The return of the terns. Events and activities to keep you busy. Congratulations to Alameda Brewing. And, get to know the people in your neighborhood.

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May 9, 2025 – Episode 153
#153
05/09/2025

In Episode 153, Scott Piehler's topics include: The CARE Team is renewed. The Planning Board and Nuclear Fusion. The Alameda Rent Program had a busy 2024. Real estate sales and rules. An honor for some local boaters. Another Post story picked up by San Francisco media. Getting to WNBA games just got easier. New CHP cruisers might not catch your eye. Plus, activities for your Mother’s Day Weekend, including an art show for a great cause. 

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May 2, 2025 – Episode 152
#152
05/02/2025

In Episode 152, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board grapples with short term rentals. The latest crime statistics. Tunnels and traffic. The car show that wasn’t. The Real ID Deadline is upon us. Canine helpers at Alameda Hospital. A preview of the next City Council meeting. Your chance for free ferry tickets. Weekend events, and get ready for some blustery weather.  

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April 25, 2025 – Episode 151
#151
04/25/2025

In Episode 151, Scott Piehler's topics include: A lawsuit dismissed. A sad sight on Easter Morning. Make your voice heard on transportation issues. From slow streets to Greenways. An F-18’s final journey. A potentially life-saving drug now available easily and affordably. APD welcomes a great bit of history. Weekend events. A Bay-area inspiration for runners of all ages. And a shoutout to Admiral Maltings. 

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April 18, 2025 – Episode 150
#150
04/18/2025

In Episode 150, Scott Piehler's topics include: A plea deal in a murder case from five years ago. A relatively uneventful city council meeting. Another prank call, another shelter in place order. Police and Fire equipment in the news. The latest Real Estate sales. No shortage of events to choose from. And relief from a long-running annoyance.

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April 11, 2025 – Episode 149
04/11/2025

In Episode 149, Scott Piehler's topics include: APD busts a fencing ring. AUSD’s Teacher of the Year. A preview of the Planning Board and the City Council. The Hands Off Rally draws 1,000 protestors. Mayor Ashcraft named to the national Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety. A few changes to the ferry schedules. National Poetry Month. Altarena Playhouse is honored. And another Alameda restaurant says goodbye.

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April 4, 2025 – Episode 148
#148
04/04/2025

In Episode 148, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council focuses on the business of business. A morbid discovery on Bay Farm Island. AUSD helping underrepresented students. More affordable housing opening at Linnet Corner. The latest real estate sales. Lots to see on stage, and right under your nose. Plus time to expand your horizons. 

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March 28, 2025 – Episode 147
#147
03/28/2025

In Episode 147, Scott Piehler's topics include: A busy day for our firefighters. The APD Auditor's report is in. A potential deficit in the city budget. An easy preview for upcoming City Council meetings. AUSD reacts to the potential closing of the Department of Education. Honoring and housing our veterans.  Openings and closings. Plus a look at upcoming events. 

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March 21, 2025 – Episode 146
#146
03/21/2025

In Episode 146, Scott Piehler's topics include: A marathon City Council meeting. Alameda and the airport come to an understanding. The city takes action against a landlord. Did you feel the earthquake? The latest real estate sales. Spring musical season is upon us. Plenty to do this weekend. And a great way to reduce plastic waste!  

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March 14, 2025 – Episode 145
#145
03/14/2025

In Episode 145, Scott Piehler's topics include: The latest crime statistics. A full agenda for the planning board. Is Alameda the strongest? The annual bird count is in. GrannyCon descends upon the city. Restaurant Week is here. A major thank you to Post readers for your support of a worthy cause. And congratulations to a local favorite sports bar. 

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March 7, 2025 – Episode 144
#144
03/07/2025

In Episode 144, Scott Piehler's topics include: Red light cameras coming to Alameda. An update on the Climate Action and Resiliency Plan.  A fire at Otis and Park. The latest real estate sales. Whisk Cake Creations opens their new location.  Walking history tours are back. The Post brings you a new online game, and don’t forget the time change.  

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February 28, 2025 – Episode 143
#143
02/28/2025

In Episode 143, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board addresses accessibility and reviews RESHAP. Mia Bonta unveils her legislative agenda. California looks to end the deny and delay insurance cycle. FAAS is setting up shop, and offering help for grieving pet owners. Plant some trees, and a variety of events to choose from this weekend. 

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February 21, 2025 – Episode 142
#142
02/21/2025

In Episode 142, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council approves the next step for Pacific Fusion. AUSD reviews bond expenditures. President’s Day protests. The Jordan Fam Fest. Latest real estate sales, and seven days isn’t enough to contain SF Beer Week. 

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February 14, 2025 – Episode 141
#141
02/14/2025

In Episode 141, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board addresses short term rentals. Thieves hit a new low on Park Street. A sad update to last week’s Coast Guard story. Seaplane Lagoon hosts an old friend, and hits the million passenger mark. Birds on the beach. A dog rescue to warm your heart. Celebrating QTAC. Suggestions for your Valentine's Day weekend. And get ready for Restaurant Week. 

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February 7, 2025 – Episode 140
#140
02/07/2025

In Episode 140, Scott Piehler's topics include:
City Council hears from APD, and renews the Urban Forest Plan. Credit card fraud uncovers additional crime. AC Transit unveils one new system, but battles bugs in another. An Alameda-based Coast Guard cutter in the news. The latest real estate sales. And FAAS gets snarky for Valentine’s day. 
 

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January 31, 2025 – Episode 139
01/31/2025

In Episode 139, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board discusses trees and inclusionary housing. Crime in the news. Busy times for the Fire Department. Dinner and a show. Indoor events as we prepare for another atmospheric river visit. 

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January 24, 2025 – Episode 138
#138
01/24/2025

In Episode 138, Scott Piehler' topics include: City Council addresses sea level rise. Nuclear fusion coming to Alameda Point? New road safety measures, but in the wake of an unfortunate accident. Voices are heard at Saturday’s People’s March. Books Inc. files for bankruptcy. A guide to activities this weekend, and a look at dim sum in Alameda. 

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January 17, 2025 – Episode 137
#137
01/17/2025

In Episode 137, Scott Piehler's topics include: Multiple Alameda schools briefly under shelter in place Thursday. Alameda PD shares some success stories. Help animals affected by the LA fires. 89,000 square feet available on Alameda Point. AMP launches an app. A new pizzeria open for business. Great weekend events. And, we at the Post would like to take a moment to talk about facts. 

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January 10, 2025 – Episode 136
#136
01/10/2025

In Episode 136, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda firefighters head to Los Angeles. Smash and grab robberies vex Alameda businesses. From City Attorney to County DA? The City Council takes up code enforcement. Ferry ridership is up. Alameda Hospital System recognized for excellent pediatric care. New year. New law. New lawsuit. And you can stream movies with your library card. 

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January 3, 2025 – Episode 135
#135
01/03/2025

In Episode 135, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda crime statistics for November. Dignity Commons accepting applications. The latest real estate sales. Mastick Senior Center looks to prevent potentially dangerous falls. The local dining scene gets respect from across the Bay. The Alameda connection currently streaming on Hulu. And new ideas for your New Year.

 

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December 27, 2024 – Episode 134
#134
12/27/2024

In Episode 134, Scott Piehler's topics include: A successful emergency landing at Alameda Point. The final charges are dropped in the Mario Gonzalez case. Cleanup from the last storm, as more wet weather heads our way. Good works from Encinal High, and the folks at Lucky 13. New laws to affect parking and workplace meetings. A look back at the year gone by, and events to kick off 2025 in style. 

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December 20, 2024 – Episode 133
#133
12/20/2024

In Episode 133, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council swears in new members. The Planning Board reviews plans for Radium and Wind River. King tide impacts Alameda. Honors for a pair of local authors. San Francisco Bay Ferry notches another first. The latest real estate sales. Will we see cannabis cafes?. Almanac revives an old favorite for a great cause. Still some great holiday events to be had.

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December 13, 2024 – Episode 132
#132
12/13/2024

In Episode 132, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board addresses the new aquatic center. The tsunami that wasn’t prompts a review of emergency procedures. The November election is certified. Alameda Unified looking for the Teacher of the Year. Beware of EBMUD impostors. The Lighted Yacht Parade has clear sailing. Great holiday events. And, The Post celebrates three years of service to Alameda.

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