Passing The Mantle

LAist Studios

Larry Mantle is the host of LAist 89.3’s AirTalk, the longest-running daily talk show in Southern California — and even though his son Desmond is studying law and pursuing a different career, he shares his dad’s fascination with the world and his drive to understand why things are the way they are. Read more

Society & Culture

Episodes

Imperfect Paradise: How the Rent Brigade took on LA’s landlords

05/07/2025 00:39:27Imperfect Paradise: From ranchers with guns to gurus with crystals: How extremism in the American West has evolved

04/30/2025 00:26:03 Imperfect Paradise: Can Oakland point the way for the future of liberal cities

04/23/2025 00:34:50Imperfect Paradise: The fallout over LAFD funding: Bass vs. Crowley

04/16/2025 00:36:13Imperfect Paradise: Rebuild or leave? One Black family in Altadena decides their future after Eaton Fire

04/09/2025 00:40:25 Show all episodes

Our take on Passing The Mantle podcast

Hosted by Larry Mantle, a seasoned radio voice, and his son Desmond, Passing The Mantle is a weekly dive into how our world shifts and what stays the same through generations. They tackle everything from gender issues to mental health with a personal touch, sharing stories that hit close to home. It's a refreshing listen that bridges generations and will leave you thinking.