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Outside Lands Podcast Episode 408: Uncle John McLaren

Incredulously, after 400+ podcasts, we are only now devoting one to John McLaren, the Superintendent of San Francisco parks - for life. The pod looks at McLaren's lasting legacy throughout the City and beyond.
Outside Lands San Francisco Podcast - Dec 5, 2020

Outside Lands Podcast Episode 408: Uncle John McLaren Outside Lands Podcast Episode 408: Uncle John McLaren

(above) John McLaren, Dec 20, 1937

John McLaren outside McLaren Lodge in Golden Gate Park on his 91st birthday

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