The D.L. Hughley Show

Sybil Wilkes breaks down escalating international tension as Vice President JD Vance heads toward Pakistan amid high‑stakes U.S.–Iran peace talks brokered by Pakistani leaders, with reports suggesting negotiations remain fragile and heavily influenced by regional security concerns and ceasefire deadlines.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Question of the Day is sparked by comments from SKIMS executive Emma Grede, who ignited backlash after saying work‑from‑home culture hurts women’s career advancement. While she argued that proximity and visibility still matter for promotions, critics point to research on productivity and “proximity bias,” noting that remote workers—especially women of color—often...

In the Jazzy Report: more women are turning to cannabis, often as an alternative to alcohol, with national data showing women—especially younger women—using marijuana at higher rates than ever before, driven by stress, sleep issues, and access to legal edibles and infused products.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From legal drama at the highest levels of law enforcement to tough conversations about family, discipline, and unimaginable tragedy, this episode of  The D.L. Hughley Show  pulls no punches. The crew opens with a sharp breakdown of Kash Patel, the current FBI Director, suing The Atlantic for $250 million over a report alleging alcohol abuse and erratic behavior—claims Patel st...

The episode closes on a devastating note with coverage of the Shreveport, Louisiana mass shooting, where a father killed eight children—including seven of his own—in what authorities have described as a domestic violence tragedy that has shaken the community and the nation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor and comedian Marlon Wayans joins DL and the crew for a wide-ranging, heartfelt conversation about carving out his own voice in comedy, carrying the Wayans legacy, and his return to the big screen with Scary Movie 6, which reunites him with his brothers and is set for release later this year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show then pivots to the Question of the Day, sparked by a real-life family dispute: should grandparents or other relatives be allowed to spank your children? The conversation reflects a growing generational divide, as recent studies show many parents rejecting corporal punishment while older generations defend it as discipline, not abuse.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

The crew opens with a sharp breakdown of Kash Patel, the current FBI Director, suing The Atlantic for $250 million over a report alleging alcohol abuse and erratic behavior—claims Patel strongly denies while the outlet stands by its reporting, setting up a high-stakes legal fight that reignites debate about media accountability and public officials.  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

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. During the Jazzy Report, Jasmine Sanders discussed a touchy topic during Autism Acceptance Month. According to a new study by the CDC, autism diagnosis rates have gone up in US children. One out of thi...

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.

Oleebo the streaming hack warrior is back with DL for another bootleg movie review. Today, Oleebo is reviewing the Prime Video series  Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat .   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.

During the Jazzy Report, Jasmine Sanders discussed a touchy topic during Autism Acceptance Month. According to a new study by the CDC, autism diagnosis rates have gone up in US children. One out of thirty-one children in 2022 by the age of eight up to one out of thirty-six children in 2020.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew breaks down the major antitrust verdict that found Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly, a decision that could reshape the live‑music industry after states proved fans were overcharged and competitors were squeezed out—a ruling that follows years of complaints from artists and consumers alike. The conversation then turns inward with the Question of the Day:&n...

Jasmine Sanders wraps things up with a reality check on five medical myths we still believe, debunking ideas like eating at night automatically causing weight gain, cold weather making you sick, turkey being responsible for the “itis,” reading in low light ruining your eyes, and the claim that we only use 10% of our brains—myths modern medical research has repeatedly proven wrong...

The episode also features The Militant Man Jamal Kingsley, who delivers sharp, satirical commentary exposing how racism hides in everyday symbolism, language, and “normal” traditions, urging listeners to question what they’ve been taught to overlook.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Question of the Day: Does having a racial preference for who your child dates make you racist? Drawing from listener calls and real‑world examples, the discussion reflects what research shows—that people often default to familiarity when imagining relationships, even as interracial dating continues to rise and challenge long‑held assumptions about race, identity, and bias.&nbsp...

The crew breaks down the major antitrust verdict that found Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly, a decision that could reshape the live‑music industry after states proved fans were overcharged and competitors were squeezed out—a ruling that follows years of complaints from artists and consumers alike.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite winning the popular vote by a  wide  margin, New Edition once again found themselves on the outside of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame looking in—sparking fresh frustration from fans who thought a million-plus votes would seal the deal. But as the show breaks down, the fan ballot only counts as one vote among more than 1,200 industry insiders, reignitin...

Jasmine Sanders lightens the mood with a list of  real  but outrageous tax deductions that have actually passed IRS scrutiny over the years—from body oil used by professional bodybuilders to cat food written off as pest control and cosmetic procedures treated as business expenses.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The episode also goes deeper with activist and civil rights attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong, founder of Moms for Liberation, who connects today’s surge in book bans to a long history of suppressing Black knowledge and power. She lays out how censorship disproportionately targets stories centered on race, justice, and identity—and offers clear ways parents and communities can push back.&...

The Question of the Day: what would  you  do if you found out your spouse was your third cousin? While the panel cracks jokes, the reality is that marrying a third cousin is legal in all 50 states and carries negligible genetic risk—facts that surprised a lot of listeners and fueled a deeper discussion about culture, history, and why this topic still makes people uncomfor...

Despite winning the popular vote by a  wide  margin, New Edition once again found themselves on the outside of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame looking in—sparking fresh frustration from fans who thought a million-plus votes would seal the deal. But as the show breaks down, the fan ballot only counts as one vote among more than 1,200 industry insiders, reigniting long-sta...

A tragic mystery, viral moments, and political fallout collide in this episode of the D.L. Hughley Show Podcast. The show opens with the disturbing and still-unfolding case of Ashlee Jenae, a 31-year-old influencer who was found dead while vacationing in Zanzibar, Tanzania. What was meant to be a dream birthday and engagement trip turned into a nightmare as her family questions conflicting re...

The show closes on an informative note, tying into Autism Acceptance Month with five eye‑opening facts about autism, including how sensory sensitivity affects daily life, why autism is still underdiagnosed in women, and how many people don’t receive a diagnosis until adulthood. It’s a powerful reminder that autism is a spectrum—one that includes challenges, st...