A Cultural Baggage Tribute to ret Deputy Chief of Los Angeles, Stephen Michael Downing, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, mentor, friend, and champion of justice, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025.  Born October 28, 1938, in Hanford, California, he was married to Adrienne, the love of his life, for 67 years. There will be an intimate family celebration of life.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to organizations that support criminal justice reform or programs that aid vulnerable youth. He will be deeply missed and forever loved. Our guests discuss Steve's life history are Diane Goldstein the Executive Director of LEAP and ret. Superior Court Judge James P. Gray.