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The D.L. Hughley Show is now here! In this daily podcast, Comic D.L. Hughley provides a dose of truth while commenting on the latest news, pop culture, politics, sports, and social justice. Hughley takes listeners on a no-holds ride of humor and reality, stating, "I'm fast, funny, and topical. I make people laugh a lot and think a little. Some people want to push the envelope – I try to see if I c... more

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The show kicks off with rapper Afroman’s major legal victory after he defeated an Ohio sheriff’s department lawsuit tied to music videos he created using footage from a wrongful police raid on his home. A jury ruled that his satirical songs were prot... more

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The episode also spotlights this week’s Human Being of the Week: a 78‑year‑old Tennessee delivery driver who's slow, determined walk up a customer’s steps was caught on a Ring camera and went viral. Strangers rallied around him, raising nearly $1 mil... more

The conversation shifts to the Question of the Day, where listeners share eye-opening stories about discovering later in life that the name they’ve always used doesn’t match their birth certificate—a discussion made even more relevant by the proposed... more

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Recent Guests

Niecy Nash
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Episode: DLHS Hour 3 | Actor Niecy Nash joins the DLHS crew
Kevin Iso
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Episode: DLHS Hour 2 | Are you okay with Trump bringing back the draft
Keri Hilson
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Episode: DLHS Hour 1 | Mr. Tendernism gets his own restaurant thanks to the help of Keith Lee
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Episode: DLHS Hour 2 | Should Chris Brown and R. Kelly be on Billboards R&B list
Nisi James
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Episode: DLHS Hour 3 | Global oil shipping grounded to a halt due to Iran conflict
Georgia Fort
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Independent journalist based in Minnesota
Episode: Full EP | Fake outrage over Gavin Newsom’s SAT comments; Mom wants dad to bring the money not the clothes; Journalist Georgia Fort joins the DLHS crew; Don Lemon sued by church goer in St. Paul, MN; and More
Adele Givens
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Episode: FULL EP | Reports of DOJ removing files from the Epstein files; Is it disrespectful to not visit the President after winning a championship; Comedian Adele Givens joins the DLHS crew; Five well known black figures who made a difference; and More
Anthony Anderson
Actor and comedian, known for his role in 'Black-ish'
Black-ish
Episode: FULL EP | Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyers try to block the release of thousands of documents; Dad takes an ax to son’s television; Actor Anthony Anderson joins the DLHS crew; Man with Tourette’s yells out the N-word during BAFTA Awards; and More

Host

D. L. Hughley
Host of The DL Hughley Show; dominant voice and moderator; drives political and cultural commentary.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 272 ratings
  • Marcellus Wiley

    🎤🫳🏼 Why anyone would come for DL is beyond comprehension. DL is a master of reads, and he doesn't mince words. Very well said, as per usual, Sir. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThankGodForPods
    United States5 months ago
  • Selling out

    His take is bought in blood don’t cancel because Stephen smith is black and cancelling fox hasn’t worked. What about Birmingham boycott what about the sit in movement he r is a sell out and he wants in

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    IndependentAmerican
    United States5 months ago
  • Conspiratorial, apologist waffle

    Tuned in to hear about the sad death of D’Angelo which was the headline topic of episode. Barely mentioned him. Instead heard weird ramblings about how people calling out Kamala for her part in the genocide were paid to do so 🤦‍♂️

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kramjam
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Amateur

    Stupidly racist. Psychopath vibe. He’s been lurking around for so many years, I forget if he was ever funny

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dfgyxcv
    United States6 months ago
  • Good show but…..

    I really enjoy listening to the show. It’s very entertaining but with only one detractor would be the constant interruption from the co host Jasmine Saunders. I really don’t understand the need to interrupt Mr. Hughley during the show I.d. but it’s really annoying. I find it distracting and seems to me as desperate attention seeking or some passive aggression I’m not really sure. I most admire Mr. Hughley’s political commentary on the show. I wish more hosts would be as honest and withdraw from ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    YankeeFan0nE
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Viewers appreciate the direct, no-nonsense political commentary and humor.
Some listeners feel the banter can be uneven or interruptive, but overall praise the show's honesty and energy.
Guest contributions are seen as a strong plus when they align with current events and pop culture.

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DLHS Hour 3 | Journalist Georgia Fort joins the DLHS crew
Q: What are you exactly charged for and why? Can you talk about the charges?
The guest explains she is facing two federal charges and reiterates she was reporting in her professional capacity, not protesting, emphasizing the importance of journalistic protections.
Full EP | Fake outrage over Gavin Newsom’s SAT comments; Mom wants dad to bring the money not the clothes; Journalist Georgia Fort joins the DLHS crew; Don Lemon sued by church goer in St. Paul, MN; and More
Q: What are you exactly charged for and why?
Fort explains she faces two federal charges related to her reporting and defense of journalistic activity; she emphasizes she was operating in her capacity as a journalist and argues journalism is not a crime.
DLHS Hour 2 | Dad takes an ax to son’s television
Q: Did the father lose control or was it good parenting?
It's a mix; sometimes you have to lose control to implement effective parenting techniques.
FULL EP | DL Hughley Show Reloaded: President’s Day Edition; Omar Epps joins DL and the crew; Maxwell is Talking all that Jazz; and More
Q: What do you think is the biggest thing that Hollywood is getting right in terms of black films?
Black films make money and there's a new wave of filmmakers creating opportunities.

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2. Kevin Iso
3. Keri Hilson
4. Keith Lee
5. Arthur Simeon Omisett
6. Nisi James
7. Georgia Fort
8. Adele Givens

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