Walkin' About

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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/ Learn mor

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 Asbur

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.poetryfound

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

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

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 -