Walkin' About

Allan and Johnny Pemberton (Fallout, The Lowdown) take a walk in the rough and tumble streets of Burbank’s gritty industrial district. Along the way, they talk about trees, trains, and trying to act under a mountain of makeup.  See Johnny LIVE! https://www.johnnypemberton.dog/ Help support the show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at ​​ https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk For pics from o...

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 fav...

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. ToddGlass.com Watch Todd on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@thetoddglassshow Help support the show a...

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.  Discover Griffith Observatory! https://griffithobservatory.lacity.gov/ Listen to Mission To Zyxx! https://www.missiontozyxx...

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.  Discover Old Pasadena! https://www.oldpasadena.org/visit/ Watch Dark Web! https://www.youtube.com/@enterthedarkweb Help support...

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.  Help support the show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at ​​ https://maximumfun.org/join...

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.)  LINKS: Ologies Podcast https://www.alieward.com/ologies SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: ​​ https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk For pics from our wal...

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. LINKS: Ologies Podcast https://www.alieward.com/ologies SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: ​​ https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk F...

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.  LINKS: The Mary Houlihan Show https://www.youtube.com/c/MaryHoulihan SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: ​​ https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk For pics from our walk, follo...

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. LINKS: What’s All This Then pod https://www.patreon.com/cw/whatsallthisthen Libby on Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/libtron SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: ​​ https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk For...

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. LINKS: International Waters Pod https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/international-waters/ Dave at Esquire https://www.esquire...

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. LINKS: The Stacks Podcast https://www.thestackspodcast.com/ SUPPORT WALK...

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. LINKS: VISIT THE PARK: https://lastatehistoricpark.org/ MattBraunger.com Tank Top Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com...

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. LINKS: RachelDoesStuff.com SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: htt...

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!  LINKS: Follow Morgan @totallymorgan on insta and TikTok! Morgan’s Movie Location Map: https://shorturl.at/3ds9Y...

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. LINKS: How Did This Get Made pod @hdtgm h...

Allan McLeod 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 Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk

 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. LINKS: DinosaurImprov.com How Did This Get Made pod https://hdtg...

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’ ABO...

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.  LINKS: XOXO, BADA BINGS: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KHN0Vys5uurjzfygbXpO4 SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: ​​ https://maximumfun.org/joinwalk Help support...

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...

Allan and award-winning reporter Sam Sanders (KCRW’s The Sam Sanders Show) explore the majestic, scenic trails of this Baldwin Hills greenspace. Along the way, they visit a monument to MLK with a sweeping view of Downtown L.A., chat about the importance of public media and Sam’s pathway to radio journalism, and chase his rambunctious pup (Welsey Snipes).  LINKS: SUPPORT WALKIN’ ABOUT: ​​ https://m...

In Part Two of this 2-part New York wander, Allan and Charlie Todd (Improv Everywhere, UCBNY) explore The Ramble in Central Park. Along the way, they take in the beautifully landscaped views, observe the wildlife, and chat with a kindly resident Rambler. LINKS:  Improv Everywhere MP3 Parties https://improveverywhere.com/missions/the-mp3-experiments/ Charlie’s Ramblin’ Man T-Shirt https://www.teepu...

In Part One of this 2-part New York walk, Allan and Charlie Todd (Improv Everywhere, Pixar In Real Life) hoof it around Midtown Manhattan, from Hell’s Kitchen to Central Park. Along the way, they utilize the expansive “Super Sidewalk”, observe the pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, and discuss Charlie’s safe streets advocacy. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at...

Allan and Phoebe Robinson (2 Dope Queens, Everything’s Trash) wander the wonderful city of WeHo. Along the way, they take in some rock’n roll clubs of the 80’s, browse the WeHo Library, and discuss Phoebe’s life as a prolific girlboss. Watch Phoebe’s hilarious new stand-up special Phoebe Robinson: I Don’t Wanna Work Anymore on YouTube.  STORIES: The AIDS Monument is now open: https://aidsmonument....