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Walkin' About
Author: Hyperobject Industries
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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!
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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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Allan and Eva Anderson (Briarpatch, You’re The Worst) roam the hallowed Hollywood Forever Cemetery, reflect on departed celebrities, and discuss immersive experiences. Special appearance by historical journalist Hadley Meares.
Discover Hollywood Forever Cemetery! Hollywood Forever Cemetery
The Young And The Dead Documentary https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0259747/
Hollywood Forever Cemetery Walking Tour https://www.cemeterytour.com/
Mel Torme’s Funeral https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1999-jun-08-mn-45301-story.html
Eva’s most recent immersive theater collaboration https://www.theshapeofthenight.com/aboutaotw
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Allan and Mike Mitchell (Doughboys, Twisted Metal) take an evening stroll around Silverlake Reservoir, discuss the benefits of walking on sleep, and encounter a few creatures of the night.
LINKS:
Discover Silverlake Reservoir! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/iXbeQwJDKJRPvwVJ7
Silverlake Reservoir History - https://www.pbssocal.org/shows/lost-la/how-mulholland-made-ivanhoe-canyon-into-silver-lake
Light Cap - https://a.co/d/17NKBq5 (Affiliate link.)
Killroy - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kilroy_was_here
The plan at remake Silverlake Reservoir - https://la.urbanize.city/post/draft-eir-released-silver-lake-reservoir-master-plan
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Allan and Janet Varney (Legend of Korra, You’re the Worst) explore Bronson Caves and the surrounding canyon trails, discuss plants, and practice walking meditation.
LINKS:
Discover Bronson Caves! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/3k22Vt1snRMuXKy36
Kula Women's Pee Cloth - https://www.rei.com/product/182956/kula-cloth-reusable-antimicrobial-pee-cloth
“All walking is discovery. On foot we take the time to see things whole.”
- Harold "Hal” Borland
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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!
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