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Allan McLeod

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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S6 · E48
Yesterday · 1 hr 8 min
Eagle Rock with Noah Segan
Walktober is wrapping up like a thief in the night with Noah Segan (The Only Living Pickpocket In New York). Tag along with Allan and Noah as they explore the lovely urban suburb of Eagle Rock, CA. Along the way, Noah talks about going from New Yorker to Eagle Rocker, his love of wristwatches, the new film he wrote and directed starring John Turturro, and Noah & Allan grab a bite at Noah’s favorite local Steakhouse.
S6 · E47
October 21 · 1 hr 21 min
Mid-City with Todd Glass
Walktober mosies along as Allan and comedian Todd Glass (Todd Glass: Act Happy) take a nice night time walk like a couple of night time guys. Along the way, they discuss Todd’s early days in standup, his passion for landscaping, and they admire the residential architecture in Todd’s neighborhood.
S6 · E46
October 14 · 1 hr 5 min
Griffith Observatory with Moujan Zolfaghari
Allan and Moujan Zolfaghari (Mission To Zyxx, Last Week Tonight) climb the hills of Mount Hollywood to get a closer look at the stars. Along the way, chat about space stuff, take in the big city views, and moonwalk around one of the world’s most visited observatories.
S6 · E45
October 7 · 1 hr 17 min
Old Pasadena with Rob Huebel
Allan and Rob Huebel (The 5 Star Weekend, Dark Web) explore the magnificent piazzas and alleyways of Pasadena’s original commercial corridor. Along the way, they take in a variety of public art installations, look for adoptable dogs, and Allan reveals some big news.
S5 · E44
August 26 · 1 hr 1 min
Toluca Lake with Derek Waters
lan and Derek Waters (Drunk History, Mythic Quest) embark on an epic walk around Derek’s neighborhood. Along the way, Allan and Derek reminisce about their shared history, vent about their lives as self-taping actors, and Allan meets Derek’s dogs. We also have a Dispatch from a listener in Manhattan.
S5 · E43
August 19 · 56 min
Scholl Canyon Trail with Alie Ward (Part Two)
In Part Two of our Scholl Canyon hike, Allan and Alie Ward (Ologies) continue making their way among the freeways. Along the way, they discuss Alie’s San Francisco upbringing, the “wit of the staircase”, and they happen upon a trailside memorial. (Audio fixed.)
S5 · E42
August 12 · 55 min
Scholl Canyon Trail with Alie Ward (Part One)
In Part One of this two-part ridgeline romp overlooking L.A.’s Glendale and Eagle Rock neighborhoods, Allan and Alie Ward (Ologies, Brainchild) spot native and invasive plant and insect life, ponder the future of dead malls, and discuss Allan’s first sketch comedy performance at UCB.
S5 · E41
August 5 · 1 hr 7 min
Silverlake with Mary Houlihan
Allan and Mary Houlihan (The Mary Houlihan Show) take a misty morning wander around Silverlake. Along the way, they explore a few hidden staircases, check out some iconic residential architecture, and talk about comedians getting political.
S5 · E40
July 29 · 1 hr 2 min
Franklin Hills with Libby Watson
Allan and Libby Watson (What’s All This Then, Twitch) roam the hills of Los Feliz. Along the way, they stop by one of Walt Disney’s former residences, cross a bridge named for The Bard, and chat about hot cross buns.
S5 · E39
July 22 · 1 hr 10 min
Studio City with Dave Holmes
Allan and Dave Holmes (International Waters, MTV) study a studio-centric city as they walk along one of L.A.’s oldest thoroughfares. Along the way, they visit a bridge over the L.A. River, reminisce about CBS Radford studios, and check out the site of L.A.’s first feature film.
S5 · E38
July 15 · 1 hr 10 min
L.A. Central Library with Traci Thomas
Allan and Traci Thomas (The Stacks Podcast, NPR) take a literary walk around the L.A. Central Library, celebrating its centennial anniversary this month! Along the way, Traci and Allan wander through the nearby Biltmore Hotel, take in the library’s art and architecture, and talk about the World Cup and Traci’s love of sports.
S5 · E37
July 8 · 1 hr 10 min
L.A. State Historic Park with Matt Braunger
Allan and comedian Matt Braunger (Agent Carter, Tank Top Talks) explore a beloved community greenspace that stands as a testament to local activism. Along the way, they discover the “Mother Ditch”, discuss walking while touring, and designing public parks in a thoughtful way.
S4 · E36
May 20 · 1 hr 18 min
The Old Zoo with Rachel Bloom
Allan and Rachel Bloom (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Stop That Train!) embark on an unexpectedly perilous journey to an iconic L.A. ruin, the Old Zoo in Griffith Park. Along the way, they discuss self-guided tragic history tours, “converted spaces” and the importance of “place” in Rachel’s work, and Rachel & Allan literally lose themselves in nature.
S4 · E35
May 13 · 1 hr 18 min
South Pasadena with Morgan Evans
Allan and filmmaker Morgan Evans ( @totallymorgan , Micro-Budget) tour the cinematic casas of South Pasadena. Along the way, they feast their eyes on famous film locations, ponder the state of the TV & film industry, and discuss Morgan’s hilarious new film Micro-Budget -out now on TUBI!
S4 · E34
May 6 · 59 min
Silverlake to Echo Park with Jason Mantzoukas (Part Two)
In part two of this L.A. neighborhood nexus plexus, Allan and Jason Mantzoukas (John Wick 3, The Twits) continue their sunset stroll on Sunset Blvd, leaving Silverlake and entering nearby Echo Park. Along the way, they explore the Avenue Of The Athletes, discuss walking and its connection to creativity, and complete a couple of laps around Echo Park Lake.
May 1 · 5 min
BoCo Preview: The Baxter Stairs Climb
Allan is climbing the Baxter Stairs of Echo Park 18 times (all 231 steps) and it's going to take THREE heart-pounding Dispatches to get him to the top. Hear the Baxter Stairs Trilogy by becoming a MaxFun donor! https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk
S4 · E33
April 29 · 1 hr 10 min
Silverlake to Echo Park with Jason Mantzoukas (Part One)
In part one of this L.A. cross-town tour, Allan and Jason Mantzoukas (How Did This Get Made, Invincible) take a sunset stroll on Sunset Blvd. Along the way, they cruise through Sunset Junction, poke their heads into one of L.A.’s premiere improv training centers, and ponder discuss their nostalgia for this iconic arterial boulevard.
April 24 · 6 min
BoCo Preview: Terrains, Trains, and Bicycle Wheels with Eric Brightwell
In this breezy, low-impact BoCo chat, Allan and Eric Brightwell (Nobody Drives In L.A. pod) discuss Eric’s pathway to the subway, his L.A. cartography, and the joys -and unfortunate realities- of public transit. Hear the full chat buy becoming a MaxFun donor! Go to: EricBrightwell.com Listen to Nobody Drives In L.A. podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2A3eaVssNwhtRz6BuxbsS9 SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk
S4 · E32
April 22 · 1 hr 12 min
Burbank with Carl Tart
Allan and Carl Tart (SNL, Grand Crew) mosey down Magnolia Blvd in Burbank, California. Along the way, they stop by a few family-owned businesses, discuss Burbank’s aviation history, ponder the preponderance of local gun stores, and take on city hall.
S4 · E31
April 15 · 1 hr 6 min
Boyle Heights with Katie Kershaw
Allan and Katie Kershaw (Jockular, Killing It) take in the Victorian era architecture of one of L.A.’s oldest neighborhoods. Along the way, they visit Mariachi Plaza, chat with some geese in Hollenbeck Park, and grab a cup of coffee at Pink & Boujee. LINKS: SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk Listen to Jockular podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/40oClcuRbHLQXds2zD3ee9

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