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Allan and Lauren Lapkus (Another Happy Day, Comedy Bang Bang, Big Bang Theory) tip-toe through the tulips of the magical Huntington Gardens of San Marino, CA. Along the way they explore the art, culture, and horticulture of this unique & historic greenspace.
Lauren Lapkus @LaurenLapkus
Newcomers https://headgum.com/newcomers
Threedom https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/threedom/id1437002676
Haunting https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/haunting/id1754393900
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Allan is joined by hilarious actor & comedian Josh Fadem (Loki, Better Call Saul) who gives us a lovely little walking tour of the Edgemere Park area of Oklahoma City, OK.
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Allan and Katherine Spiers (SmartMouth Podcast, How To Eat LA) take a bite out of Hollywood’s brightest boulevard, the Walk Of Fame. They partake in some old-fashioned dining, scope out the poolside scenery, and capture the view from the Hollywood Hills at magic hour.
Katherine on Instagram @Katherine_Spiers
Katherine’s Podcast @smartmouthpodcast
Katherine’s Blog https://www.howtoeatla.com
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Allan answers trail mail and plays the final Walktober calls of 2024.
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Allan and Betsy Sodaro (Ghosts, A Funny Feeling, Hubie Halloween) explore the mysterious and beautiful Hahamongna Watershed Park. They play some pick-up disc golf, talk about spooky stuff, and venture into the terrifying Portal To Hell.
Betsy's Podcast: A Funny Feeling: https://headgum.com/a-funny-feeling
Betsy on Instagram @BetsySodaro
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Happy Walktober! Allan celebrates the most walkingest month of the year by listening to calls submitted by listeners and past guests.
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Allan and Andy Richter (Conan, Andy Richter Call-In Show, The 3 Questions) stroll along the magical Ferndell Spring of Griffith Park. They discuss the artificiality of L.A. architecture, Andy’s Chicago comedy origins, and his relationship with cardio.
LINKS
Discover Ferndell! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/RDNPivjo965dsKzr5
Andy Richter Call-In Show - https://www.siriusxm.com/blog/andy-richter-call-in-show
Enchanted Ferndell - https://nhm.org/stories/scoop-ferndell-griffith-parks-enchanted-nature-museum
Kit Carson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kit_Carson
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Today we usher in WALKTOBER, and Allan talks about a couple of pedestrian infrastructure projects he has his eye on. If you have a Walktober voice memo you want to send Allan from your Walktober stroll, send it to [email protected] and perhaps you’ll hear it on the show!
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Allan and Phil Augusta Jackson (Grand Crew, Insecure) explore the Glendale Narrows stretch of L.A.’s wild waterway. They discuss Phil’s writing, his new album Mr. Phil, and the relationship between creativity & walking. Special guest appearance by Friends Of The LA River CEO Candice Dickens-Russell.
LINKS:
Discover the LA River! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/DGtBJ2iGqYSztbXv5
Phil Augusta Jackson on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/4tZmL5TWBVv8GUljlVzH71
Phil Augusta Jackson on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3sKMvY1vWwNsrU1dYb417Q
Friends Of The LA River - https://folar.org/
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Allan reads some listener mail before descending into the twisted world of LA's most secret staircases.
Book - Secret Stairs: A Walking Guide to the Historic Staircases of Los Angeles by Charles Fleming
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Allan and Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Get Played) climb steep stairs and enjoy the scenic experience that is Baldwin Hills Overlook. They talk public transit, video games, and the benefits of walking.
LINKS:
Discover Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook! - Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook
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Today we’re talkin’ walkin’ tours with historical journalist and bonafide tour guide Hadley Meares (Vanity Fair, Atlas Obscura).
- Designing Walking Tours with Hadley Meares - https://www.atlasobscura.com/experiences/walking-tour-course
- Journey Through LA’s Vibrant Art Scene with Hadley - https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/5331791
- http://www.hadleymeares.com/
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In this JERSEY-SIZED episode, Allan is joined by a couple of Garden State natives: Actor John Milhiser (SNL, 911) takes Allan for a stroll along the wholesome Ocean City boardwalk, and actress Santina Muha (One Day At A Time, Dollface) guides Allan around the birthplace of the "Jersey sound", Asbury Park.
LINKS:
- Ove's
- 4th Grade Talent Show
- Sopranos Clip
- Boho House in Asbury Park
You can find Stacy Elaine Dacheux's SITTING in these fine Highland Park book shops:
- North Figueroa Bookshop
- The Pop Hop
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In this little side quest from the main Walkin’ About program, Allan McLeod chats about all things walkin’. Today we’re talkin’ about one of Allan’s favorite L.A. guidebooks, readin’ some trail mail, and havin’ a little bit of surprise fun.
Architectural Guidebook To Los Angeles - https://amzn.to/46Old7f
Arroyo Seco poem by Harryette Mullen - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poetrymagazine/poems/160868/arroyo-seco-64cc3cf5c102f
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Allan and actor Dan Stevens (Cuckoo, Solar Opposites) explore the idyllic canyon trail along the Arroyo Seco in Pasadena, CA. They talk about fly-fishing, archery, and the beauty of seeing the world on foot.
LINKS:
Discover Lower Arroyo Seco Park! - https://www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec/parks/lower-arroyo-park-area/
Pasadena Casting Club - https://www.pasadenacastingclub.org/
Pasadena Roving Archers - https://www.rovingarchers.com/
Lower Arroyo Park Revitalization Project - https://www.pasadenastarnews.com/2024/05/25/pasadenas-arroyo-seco-trail-restoration-close-to-breaking-ground/
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Allan and Ed Begley, Jr (A Mighty Wind, St. Elsewhere) stroll around the park, scope out the Hollyhock House, and discuss Ed’s new memoir To The Temple Of Tranquility… And Step On It! Special guest appearance by historical journalist Hadley Meares, and Allan’s dad John McLeod.
Ed Begley, Jr. - https://begleyliving.com/
To The Temple Of Tranquility… And Step On It! A Memoir - https://www.walden.org/product/to-the-temple-of-tranquility-and-step-on-it-a-memoir/
Aline Barnsdall - https://www.pbssocal.org/history-society/barnsdall-art-park-lofty-ambition-amongst-the-olive-leaves
Barnsdall Park - https://www.barnsdall.org/
Hollyhock House - https://www.laconservancy.org/learn/historic-places/hollyhock-house/
Hadley Meares http://www.hadleymeares.com
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Allan and Amy Nicholson (Washington Post, Unspooled) hoof it up Horse Poop Hill Trail, ponder squirrel genitals, and discuss movies, walking, and walking movies.
Charles Fleming article about Horse Poop Hill Trail - https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2019-09-11/griffith-park-hike-travel-town
Secret Stairs by Charles Fleming - https://secretstairs-la.com/
Stacy Interviews Amy - https://medium.com/the-awl/the-rehabilitation-of-tom-cruise-61db30ee6c87
Amy’s Book - Tom Cruise (Anatomy of an Actor) - https://amzn.to/4cEdt9h
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Allan and Jon Gabrus (High & Mighty, 101 Places To Party Before You Die) fly high in Downtown L.A., traverse pedestrian bridges, relax in the Bonaventure Hotel, and discuss walkability & infrastructure.
Discover the Bonaventure & the Bunker Hill Pedway! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/CPmV9uRSWMkVANfRA
Follow Gabrus on Instagram and Twitter
HEAT Shootout - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL9fnVtz_lc
Futures Unrealized: The Pedway - https://transitinglosangeles.com/2022/09/06/pedway/
Exploring Calvin S. Hamilton Pedway - https://www.pbssocal.org/history-society/exploring-downtowns-calvin-s-hamilton-pedway
Last Surviving Bunker Hill Houses @ Heritage Square Museum - https://www.heritagesquare.org/
The Exiles - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLlsAme5fIQ
Rihanna - Savage X Fenty 2021 (video shot in the Vonaventure and on the Pedways) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jhxx7naUOYE
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Allan and Colton Dunn (The Recruit, Superstore) take in the scenery of Glendale’s beautiful Brand Park, discuss it’s historic architecture, and ponder the idea of legacy. Special guest appearance by historical journalist Hadley Meares.
Discover Brand Park! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/wJeq3dKTSdQxVgZC8
Colton Dunn on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/captdope/?hl=en
Colton Dunn on Threads - https://www.threads.net/@captdope
Brand Library & Art Center - https://www.brandlibrary.org/
A little Brand Park history - https://www.pbssocal.org/history-society/brand-park-and-the-gates-of-miradero-the-strange-life-of-glendales-first-family
The Recruit - https://www.netflix.com/tudum/the-recruit
Hadley Meares http://www.hadleymeares.com/
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Allan and Whitmer Thomas (The Civil Dead, The Golden One) wander the streets of Highland Park (mostly York Blvd), discuss skater culture & community, their Alabama roots, and LA experiences.
Discover Highland Park! – https://maps.app.goo.gl/1YLgkm1cyBMaWGEUA
A little Highland Park History - https://www.pbssocal.org/shows/departures/highland-park-one-of-los-angeles-first-suburbs
Whitmer Thomas - https://whitmerthomas.com
Bob Baker Marionette Theater - https://www.bobbakermarionettetheater.com/
Ford V Ferrari Fight Scene - https://youtu.be/OnNGwO_2uMI?si=345B-u7RxPNKOH08
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