Alameda PostCast

In Episode 219, Scott Piehler's topics include: Bayview Drive backyards encroaching on public property. Previews for the Planning Board and City Council, plus a look at Council candidates. Porchfest is upon us.  Dogs and birds in the news, and weekend activities.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 218, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council gets back to work. An update on the Clement/Tilden project. Bay Farm restaurant troubles. A look at the mayoral candidates. Real estate, both commercial and residential. The Island Bowl is upon us. And events for your long weekend.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 217, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board hears more about the proposed Oakland Roots relocation. Woodstock and the City Council get back to work. An update on Alameda Point cleanup.  Pipeline construction to affect residents. Animal Control to the rescue. News in the news, and events for your weekend.  Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 216, Scott Piehler's topics include: Felony charges in an armed robbery attempt at South Shore. Some consumer tech helps APD. Woodstock stays on the injured list. Otis School comes tumbling down. Help available to fix up your rental. The latest real estate sales. Alameda honors a great artist, and some upcoming events for your calendar.  Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

UPDATE: Since recording time, SF Bay Ferry has provided an update on the Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle. Service is now expected to return Friday, August 21st.In Episode 215 Scott Piehler's topics include: Woodstock remains on the injured list. The November ballot is finally set. More changes at City Hall. Could an AI data center set up shop at Alameda Point? APD busts an identity theft operation. The Roots state their case. A familiar name reopens at South Shore. Events for your weekend, and a surprisingly good hot dog. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

EDITOR'S NOTE 8/8/26: At recording time, SF Bay Ferry had expected to resume Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle (Woodstock) service on Friday 8/7. Friday afternoon, it was announced that service would be suspended until further notice, with their website stating no service through the weekend.In Episode 214, Scott Piehler's topics include: The November ballot is just about set. Changes at the Board of Education. Get to know our new City Manager. APD again proves that suspects are not the most detail-oriented lot. Woodstock takes a couple of unexpected days off. The latest real estate sales. New and returning businesses. Events for the final weekend before Back to School. Be informed before you hit the water, and  the Food Bank could use a hand. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 213, Scott Piehler's topics include: Safety improvements, and the money to pay for them. Wood Middle School is ready for its close up. Along the coast and across the estuary: boats in the news. Alameda says goodbye to a familiar name. Events for your weekend, including a rare look inside an Alameda treasure. An Alameda institution hits reality TV. A look at the best places to eat when you get off the ferry. And The Post welcomes its first full-time reporter. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 212, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council tackles bonds, bureaucracy, and bikes. The city launches a mobile legal clinic. A former AUSD custodian arrested. The latest real estate sales. Winners from the July 4th parade, and a great turnout for Radio Day By The Bay. Art & Wine Faire this weekend, and a look ahead to Blues, Brews, and BBQ. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 211, Scott Piehler's topics include: Busy times for the City Council and the Planning Board. A sunken ship finally being removed from the estuary. Alameda Brewing brings home the Gold. A bit of Hollywood here in Alameda. Burger King reopens. Plus something for everyone this weekend, including getting to know the Caroline of Caroline street. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 210, Scott Piehler's topics include: An arrest in the June 11th beach takeover shooting. The Oakland soccer team pulls up roots. The annual Public Rights report. You can help tell Alameda’s story, both for people, and for birds. The latest real estate sales. Congratulations to 76 new citizens, and a look back at the July 4th parade. Activities for your weekend, including your chance to meet a pair of Alameda Post creators. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 209, Scott Piehler's topics include: Busy times for our first responders. Whatever happened to the Grand Street/Shore Line restroom? A no bid contract, and more at City Council. A Council hopeful ends his candidacy before it really starts. The big parade. Congratulations to three local museums, and one local golfer. Plus, a couple of hidden gems for you.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 208, Scott Piehler's topics include: No answers in the dismissal of Coach Arnerich. The Planning Board discusses pro soccer on Bay Farm. An Alameda County grand jury examines Alameda’s emergency operations. An extended look at our local real estate market. Local rowers bring home the gold. West Nile is detected in Alameda County. Another great Sand Castle competition. Plus events for the first full weekend of Summer. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 207, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council adopts a new plan. A shooting at Crown Beach. A Planning Board preview.  One of the world’s top sailors is headed to Alameda. A changing of the guard on Coast Guard Island. Beer downtown, and birds and bites at Alameda Point. Activities for your weekend, including ways to say “Thanks, Dad.” Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 206, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board studies the next phase of development at Alameda Point. A preview of the next City Council meeting. The Corica Golf dispute is settled. EBMUD has an unexpected repair. Graduations in the news. A fish frenzy. APD looking to catch you in the act…of doing the right thing. The latest real estate sales, and events for your weekend. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 205, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council approves a parking plan for the Jean Sweeney aquatic center. The Planning Board prepares for one of their biggest challenges. The Primary may be over, but the tallying continues. Encinal Field gets a new name. Changes to schedules and fares at AC Transit. Alameda receives some welcome funding. And, with the end of the school year,  events to keep you occupied. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 204, Scott Piehler's topics include: The effect of inclusionary housing changes already being felt. The City Council returns to the subject of the Jean Sweeney Aquatic Center. The Naval Air Museum makes their case. Turkeys, E-bikes, and park entrances in the news. Congrats to our Special Olympians. The latest real estate sales. And, events for your weekend. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 203, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council makes some changes. Our representatives push for answers on the stalled VA project. Alameda reports a reduction in homelessness. A new curriculum for AUSD. The Naval Air Museum asks for your help. Events for your weekend, including Memorial Day at the USS Hornet. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 202, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda Hotel Apartments hit the market. The Planning Board examines ADU to Condo conversion.  A look ahead to next week’s City Council meeting. SF Bay Ferry set to increase rates. The Clement/Tilden project continues. Get to know the birds on the beach. A beloved Park Street retailer set to reopen. Plus, events for your weekend. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In this special edition of the Alameda PostCast, Scott Piehler looks back on over 200 episodes, including the very first episode, as well as the only time the show opened without theme music. Also included: a look at who's listening and how, and your chance to vote for The Bay Area Audiocaster of the Year.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 201, Scott Piehler's topics include: Catholic churches closing in Alameda. Another week, another scam. An ice cream recall. A look ahead to next week’s City Council meeting. The Homeless Warming Shelter closes for the season. The latest real estate sales, and events for your weekend, including a world-class photography exhibit.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •