The D.L. Hughley Show

The show opens with a sharp dive into Kanye West being officially barred from entering the UK, a move that led to the full cancellation of London’s Wireless Festival after major sponsors like Pepsi and Diageo pulled out. UK officials cited West’s long history of antisemitic remarks, saying his presence was “not conducive to the public good,” turning what was supposed to be...

The crew opened with fire over Donald Trump’s latest budget proposal, which includes $152 million to begin reopening Alcatraz as a federal prison, a plan critics say could ultimately cost billions despite the island’s history of closing due to extreme operating expenses. D.L. didn’t hold back, slamming the administration’s priorities as short‑sighted whi...

The show wrapped with a deep dive into the backlash surrounding LeBron James’ recent comments about Memphis, where he suggested the Grizzlies relocate to Nashville and criticized the city’s accommodations—remarks that sparked outrage from fans, city leaders, and sports commentators who argued the comments dismissed Memphis’ cultural and economic significance. LeBron later d...

The laughs and side‑eye continued as comedy legend George Lopez joined the crew, sharing personal stories, cultural observations, and reflections from a career that now includes hit TV projects like  Lopez vs. Lopez  and renewed conversations around Latino identity in entertainment.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation then pivoted to a heated Question of the Day: is a woman wrong for telling her mother she can’t sleep in the same bed as her boyfriend while staying in her home—the very rule her mother enforced years earlier? Listeners, callers, and the crew debated whether it’s petty payback or simply “your house, your rules.”  See omnystudi...

The crew opened with fire over Donald Trump’s latest budget proposal, which includes $152 million to begin reopening Alcatraz as a federal prison, a plan critics say could ultimately cost billions despite the island’s history of closing due to extreme operating expenses. D.L. didn’t hold back, slamming the administration’s priorities as short‑sighted while everyday American...

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 What’s Trending, Jasmine Sanders spoke comedian and actor Leslie Jones, and how her recent interview has a lot of people in an uproar and giving their opinions. Jones said that marriage is...

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 action-comedy horror movie  They Will Kill You  starring Zazie Beetz and Myha’la.   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.

Comedian and actor Leslie Jones recently did an interview that has a lot of people in an uproar and giving their opinions. Jones said that marriage is a form of modern-day slavery and does not benefit the women and urges her fans to not get married.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show kicks off with a fiery take on the backlash surrounding HBO’s new  Harry Potter  series after Black British actor Paapa Essiedu was cast as Professor Snape, a role made famous by Alan Rickman. The casting sparked racist online outrage, including threats, which Essiedu has publicly addressed, saying the hate only fuels his commitment to the role and to r...

The episode wraps with humor as Jasmine Sanders delivers her Top Five list of Nick Cannon’s most head‑scratching public statements—from confusing Mother’s Day with baby‑mama math to revisiting his widely criticized antisemitic remarks that previously cost him industry deals before later apologies and reconciliation efforts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

The conversation turns political as D.L. breaks down Donald Trump’s newly signed executive order restricting mail‑in voting, which directs the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration to create a national list of verified voters and threatens penalties for states that don’t comply. Voting rights advocates argue the move could disenfranchise millions...

The crew jumps into a spirited “Question of the Day” debate over a viral list naming the 20 Greatest Female R&B Vocalists of All Time. While legends like Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston topped the list, listeners and hosts alike questioned omissions such as Tina Marie, Jennifer Hudson, and Stephanie Mills, reigniting the age‑old debate: are we judging vocals, performance,...

The show kicks off with a fiery take on the backlash surrounding HBO’s new Harry Potter series after Black British actor Paapa Essiedu was cast as Professor Snape, a role made famous by Alan Rickman. The casting sparked racist online outrage, including threats, which Essiedu has publicly addressed, saying the hate only fuels his commitment to the role and to rep...

Government shutdown chaos, political hypocrisy in plain sight, and cultural double standards all collide in a no‑holds‑barred episode of The D.L. Hughley Show . D.L. tears into leaders playing power games while everyday Americans suffer, calls out viral outrage surrounding Lindsey Graham’s shutdown vacation photos, and dismantles conspiracy theories following the deadly Charlie Kirk shooting...

D.L. closes the show with unfiltered commentary on global conflict, calling out leadership, hypocrisy, and Fox News rhetoric while reacting to the Pope’s blunt criticism of war and U.S. foreign policy. Jasmine Brand counts down jaw‑dropping things Donald Trump has actually said about women, while trending news revisits the viral backlash surrounding Lindsey Graham’s shutdown vacation p...

R&B icon Maxwell joins the show to talk touring, new music, love, legacy, and why fans have been waiting so long for his next album. But the vibe shifts fast as D.L. unleashes the Shoe Booty of the Week on viral reality star Taylor Frankie Paul , diving into scandal, “soft swinging,” domestic violence footage, and reality TV hypocrisy. Journalist Sybil Wilkes breaks down major head...

The debate heats up as D.L. dives deeper into a question that has parents and grown kids arguing everywhere: should adult children — especially those moving back home with a partner — be required to pay rent? Callers sound off with passionate, hilarious, and brutally honest takes about responsibility, entitlement, and parenting in today’s economy. The hour also brings laughs with...

DL Hughley kicks off the show with a fiery breakdown of the government shutdown, calling out political power plays that punish everyday Americans while politicians vacation and posture — including viral photos of Lindsey Graham sparking backlash online. Jasmine Brand delivers trending news, from controversy surrounding the shooting of Charlie Kirk and the conspiracy theories swirling around...

What starts as a joke can turn into a $27 million nightmare—and that’s just the beginning. The crew kicks things off breaking down the viral controversy surrounding comedian Learnmore Jonasi, who’s now facing a massive lawsuit from  Lion King  composer Lebo M after joking that the iconic “Circle of Life” chant tra...

The episode closes on a powerful note with Jasmine Sanders’ “My Top 5” spotlight, celebrating women actively shaping history right now—including Jennifer King, the first Black woman to serve as a full‑time NFL coach; filmmaker Ava DuVernay, whose work continues to redefine Black storytelling; Chief Master Sergeant JoAnne Bass, the first woman to hold the top enlisted role i...

On the world stage, the tone turns serious as the Secretary of War claims the end may be in sight for U.S. military operations in Iran. Officials point to declining missile launches and drone activity as signs the conflict is nearing its final phase, even as critics question the humanitarian cost and the lack of a clear exit strategy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation pivots to pop culture accountability as Chilli from TLC finds herself under fire after reposting a debunked conspiracy theory about Michelle Obama and revelations that she donated to Trump‑aligned fundraising groups. Chilli insists the repost was accidental and says she’s “not MAGA,” but the panel debates whether her explanation holds up in the age of a...