The D.L. Hughley Show

The crew starts with Jasmine Guy’s response to ageist social-media criticism following her return as Whitley Gilbert-Wayne in Netflix’s A Different World sequel, where she reminds critics that “beauty, style, and joy don’t have an expiration date.” That opens a broader conversation about the double standard women face while aging in public. Then D.L., the team, and ca...

Jasmine Sanders breaks down five unspoken rules for couples moving in together: close the bathroom door, make room for separate nights out, claim a permanent side of the bed, protect your partner’s harmless secrets, and speak up early when the arrangement is not working.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The episode also celebrates Molson as Human Being of the Week for putting women’s hockey players above its own branding. Through its multi-year partnership with the Professional Women’s Hockey League, the “See My Name” campaign moved player names below jersey numbers—where long hair would not hide them—while Molson placed its own logo in the less-visible space a...

D.L., the team, and callers sound off on Judge Judy Sheindlin’s declaration that people who dislike America or want to change it should “go somewhere else,” arguing instead that challenging the country to improve has always been part of its progress.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew starts with Jasmine Guy’s response to ageist social-media criticism following her return as Whitley Gilbert-Wayne in Netflix’s A Different World sequel, where she reminds critics that “beauty, style, and joy don’t have an expiration date.” That opens a broader conversation about the double standard women face while aging in public.  See omnystudio.com/li...

From sharp social commentary to hilarious cruise trivia and heartfelt reflection, this episode of The D.L. Hughley Show delivers a powerful mix of news, comedy, culture, and community. D.L. and the crew dive into the ongoing scrutiny surrounding the death of Noah Wells, discussing the reopening of investigations and broader concerns about justice and accountability, while also weighing in on repor...

The episode closes on a heartfelt note as the crew pays tribute to legendary broadcaster Angela Stribling, the beloved former BET Screen Scene host and longtime WHUR radio personality, who recently passed away after a two-year battle with brain cancer. Remembered for her pioneering work in Black media and her signature voice that touched generations of listeners, Stribling leaves behind an endurin...

Comedian Aida Rodriguez joins the show for an inspiring conversation about solidarity between Black and Latino communities, systemic inequality, and using comedy as a vehicle for truth.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laughter balances the conversation with a lively edition of One Voyage Jeopardy hosted by Jamal Kingsley, spotlighting classic R&B hits and building excitement for the upcoming One Voyage Cruise.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump is seeking to cancel approximately $810 million in congressionally approved federal funding through a controversial budget maneuver known as a “pocket rescission.” The proposed cuts would affect programs serving refugees, migrant students, minority-owned businesses, and children, sparking criticism from lawmakers across the political spectrum.  Music Credits: ...

It is Monday, but DL Hughley and the crew will make you feel like the weekend with a What Had Happened Friday. DL and the crew will play the best callers from last week’s Questions of the Day.   A federal judge has ordered the USDA to restore grant money for black farmers. The allotted grant money of $127 million was designed to help black farmers with access to land, financial resource...

Sometimes fans get upset with some of the things that DL has to say, so he gives them the opportunity to say F- You DL Hughley.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is Monday, but DL Hughley and the crew will make you feel like the weekend with a What Had Happened Friday. DL and the crew will play the best callers from last week’s Questions of the Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oleebo the streaming hack warrior, is back with DL for another bootleg movie review. Today, Oleebo is reviewing the Netflix released, Why Did I Get Married, Again. This is the third movie in the Tyler Perry franchise, Why Did I Get Married. This film has the cast reprise their roles, with Taraji P. Henson replacing Janet Jackson. Now the adults' children are getting married.    See omnys...

A federal judge has ordered the USDA to restore grant money for black farmers. The allotted grant money of $127 million was designed to help black farmers with access to land, financial resources, and markets.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode has everything: D.L. dives deep into the Nolan Wells case and Mississippi's long, ugly history of racial injustice while questioning why America seems more sympathetic to a woman who murders her children than a mother searching for answers. The Trump administration is making an unprecedented move to control press access to the White House — is this the authoritarian playbook eve...

D.L. takes it back to his childhood with stories that will have you in tears — from the time a neighborhood kid convinced him he got a girl pregnant with a kiss, to the infamous incident involving crabs, bug spray, and a trip to Martin Luther King Hospital that had doctors lining up to see the damage. Then Jasmine breaks down the top five signs his workaholism has gone too far — and th...

D.L. gets personal with stories from his upcoming memoir *Charlie's Boy*, including the time his father laughed so hard watching the legendary Sammy Davis Jr. moment on *All in the Family* that the whole family came running. Then the Militant Man Jamal Kingsley is back exposing hidden racism in everyday life — from your computer screensaver to your little black book. Sybil Wilkes delivers th...

The plane seat showdown reaches a fever pitch as listeners from across the country weigh in on whether the man was wrong for refusing to trade his window seat for a middle seat. One caller even calls it a setup. D.L. shares a wild first-class story involving luggage, a gate agent, and someone who picked the wrong person to mess with — plus Jasmine opens up about being profiled while flying f...

D.L. kicks things off with a gut-wrenching look at the Nolan Wells case in Mississippi — a state with a dark history of racial injustice that somehow keeps getting worse. The Trump administration is making a bold power grab to control which reporters get White House access, and D.L. has plenty to say about the authoritarian playbook unfolding in real time. Meanwhile, Obamacare enrollment is...

The crew unpacked the viral controversy surrounding Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones after she revealed regrets about sending her daughter to underfunded New York City public schools despite having the means to choose other options, sparking a nationwide debate about race, privilege, school choice, and whether successful Black families should invest in their communities or pri...

Jasmine Sanders shared her Top 5 benefits of sleeping nude, highlighting research that suggests cooler sleep conditions can promote deeper rest, improve skin health, reduce stress, and support overall wellness by helping the body regulate temperature more effectively.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show also welcomed funk icon Morris Day, who reflected on his legendary career with The Time, his friendship with Prince, and the enduring influence of classics like “Jungle Love,” “The Bird,” and Purple Rain.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew unpacked the viral controversy surrounding Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones after she revealed regrets about sending her daughter to underfunded New York City public schools despite having the means to choose other options, sparking a nationwide debate about race, privilege, school choice, and whether successful Black families should invest in their communities or pri...

The conversation continued with the Question of the Day, as listeners sounded off on NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal accepting an honorary FBI Special Agent designation from FBI Director Kash Patel during a National Academy graduation ceremony, a move that has generated significant backlash and debate online.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.