Alameda PostSome educators at Encinal High School have begun assigning more in-class essays to "curtail the use of AI." Gene Kahane chats with EHS teacher Kevin McNulty about navigating the changing technological landscape in schools. "Students still light up when reading a good book," assures McNulty. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-kevin-mcnulty-talks-about-ai-use-in-school/
An Encinal High graduate has made it big—really big. Catch "Marty Supreme" at Alameda Theatre & Cineplex to see the outstanding work by costume designer Miyako Bellizzi. There's a chance she sat in those theatre seats too. In the meantime, check out Bellizzi's interview with Gene Kahane. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/5q4-miyako-bellizzi/
Meet Mike Stevens, the owner, operator, and deli sandwich architect at Island Savoy Market. Mike chats with Gene Kahane about Sandwich Philosophy, "There's only one absolute: Diagonally is the ONLY way to slice a sandwich." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-mike-stevens/
"...there is absolutely no way I could live in this world without doing art and sharing it with people who appreciate and love it," says local artist Macy Voyevad. She answers five questions with Gene Kahane about life, art, and beyond. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/5q4-local-artist-macy-voyevad/
Improv Central, a beautiful new community space, has arrived in Alameda. Founder Claire Slattery tells Gene Kahane, "I want to create a space where everyday people, regardless of background, profession, or experience, can engage with the powerful, playful practice of improv through their own lens." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-claire-slattery/
From free cookies to home visits for those in need, The Kindness Coalition is making a difference. Deirdre Freeman tells Gene Kahane, "When we gather around kindness, we become a quiet revolution — one capable of transforming hearts, communities, and the ways we move through the world." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-the-kindness-coalition/
Gene Kahane continues his interviews with local heroes by chatting with Chris Tam, the Executive Director of All Good Living Foundation. Check out the story behind this inspiring nonprofit and see how to get involved. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-chris-tam/
This March, Will Green’s fifth grade students from Amelia Earhart School gathered with their friends and families for an evening of poetry at Books Inc. Green chats with Gene Kahane about the energetic event, his students, and his love of poetry. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/5q4-will-green/
He's been delivering packages—and smiles—for 25 years. There's a good chance you've already had the privilege of meeting today's 5Q4 star and beloved local UPS driver. "This is no secret—I’m on this route because of my customers," Derrick Reynolds tells Gene Kahane. "All of them." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-king-derrick/
Gene Kahane introduces a special guest to kick off a new era of 5Q4, highlighting local people who work outside of the spotlight. "Sarah Henry’s secret weapon is that she’s genuine... She’s the kind of person who makes you believe everything is going to be OK, because she believes it herself." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-sarah-henry/