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Outside Lands Podcast Episode 595: Marta Lindsey, Discovering Golden Gate Park

Nicole and author Marta Lindsey discuss her new guide to Golden Gate Park, and spill the tea on rival recreation groups, her history boyfriend John McLaren, and their mutual love for this magical place that is bigger than Central Park. Plus, they enjoy authentic Golden Gate fortune cookies with Drew!
by Nicole Meldahl, Marta Lindsey, Drew Moss - Mar 22, 2026

Outside Lands Podcast Episode 595: Marta Lindsey, Discovering Golden Gate Park Outside Lands Podcast Episode 595: Marta Lindsey, Discovering Golden Gate Park

(above) Golden Gate Park, May 1, 1928

John McLaren posing with Hazil Balin dressed as May Queen at May Day Festival in Golden Gate Park. [dpwbook42 dpwA1209]
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