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**Walkin’ About**

Join Allan McLeod as he moseys through the streets, trails, parks, and public spaces that shape our cities. From tranquil nature hikes and cemetery strolls, to urban exploration and bar crawls, come along with Allan and his funny, famous, and friendly guests as they find their way on foot. Let’s get our walk on!

Latest Episodes:

Dispatch: Walktober Surprise Nov 01, 2024

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Allan answers trail mail and plays the final Walktober calls of 2024.

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Devil’s Gate Dam with Betsy Sodaro Oct 23, 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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Dispatch - Walktober Calls Oct 18, 2024

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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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Ferndell Nature Preserve with Andy Richter Oct 09, 2024

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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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Dispatch - Welcome to Walktober Oct 05, 2024

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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 WalkinAboutHistory@gmail.com and perhaps you’ll hear it on the show!

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LA River with Phil Augusta Jackson Sep 25, 2024

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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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Dispatch - Secret Stairs and Trail Mail Sep 20, 2024

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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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Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook with Nick Wiger Sep 11, 2024

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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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Dispatch - Walking Tours with Hadley Meares Sep 06, 2024

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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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Jersey Shore Boardwalks w/ John Milhiser & Santina Muha Aug 28, 2024

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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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