Dave Frank is one of the busiest solo jazz pianists and music educators on the scene today. He is the author of the best-selling Hal Leonard book and video series, Joy of Improv and Breakthrough to Improv, was an Associate Professor of piano at Berklee College of Music in Boston from 1987-2004, and was a co-founder of the New York School of Jazz. His involvement in the Dave Frank School of Jazz in New York is kind of self-evident, and his mastery of the piano will be evident very quickly. From September 26th, 2025 Daniel Peck is your host for a solo piano performance from the great Dave Frank…Live at the Bop Stop.

This episode is an hourlong survey of Simpson Records, the eponymously-titled gospel label of Richard "Bishop" Simpson. Artists include the COGICS, Utterbach Concert Ensemble, Kendrix Singers of LA, Gospel Descendants, Gospel Clefs (pictured), and others.

Gerry Beaudin is the recently appointed City Manager for Alameda. Mr. Beaudin previously served Alameda as Assistant City Manager before accepting the position of City Manager for the City of Pleasanton. With a history of service in the planning and community development field, Gerry brings years of expertise as Alameda’s post-Naval story continues.

Scott Kurashige is author of American Peril: The Violent History of Anti-Asian Racism. For over 170 years, anti-Asian racism in California has been fueled by a volatile mix of economic anxiety and xenophobia. During the interview session Kurashige provides historical context on these deep-seated issues both in California and across the country.

Kinship With Nature. John Hausdoerffer - John discusses his passion for integrating environmental ethics with social justice. He has found in his experience that labor forges deeper connections with nature than leisure; seeing nature as kin fosters a sense of responsibility and care. For there to be any meaningful change, we must move beyond abstract concepts and embrace a relational and love-based approach to environmentalism.

Spin Cycle. Since 2014, contemporary jazz band Spin Cycle has been bringing their original music to clubs and concert halls across the US and Canada. Co-lead by Scott Neumann and Tom Christensen, the band highlights their flexibility, reach and capacity to surprise their audiences. On any given song, you might encounter the modal influence of John Coltrane, the second-line funk of New Orleans, or the edgy experimentation of free jazz. For this performance, theyre working the kinks out of new material before going into the studio in late 2026. Featuring Tom Christensen on Saxophone, Pete McCann on Guitar, Matt Pavolka on Bass and Scott Neuman on Drums, and from an October 5th, 2025 performance, Daniel Peck is your host for Spin Cycle… Live at the Bop Stop