The D.L. Hughley Show

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 protected by the First Amendment, reinforcing artists’ rights to criticize public officials and turning a bad situation into a...

This episode of  The D.L. Hughley Show Podcast  jumps from science to society to soul, blending sharp humor with timely conversations that keep listeners informed and entertained.  The show kicks off with a lively discussion around research suggesting that people perceived as more attractive may have stronger immune responses—specifically higher activity of natural k...

The episode also tackles a heated political issue: ICE agents stepping in to assist TSA at airports during the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown. While officials say the move is meant to manage crowd control amid staff shortages, critics argue it raises concerns about training, accountability, and fear among travelers, especially immigrant communities.  See omnystudio...

Grammy-winning icon Toni Braxton joins the show, opening up about creativity, longevity in the music industry, and staying authentic in an era that constantly pushes artists to chase trends. Her appearance comes amid renewed attention on her work, including recent honors and touring highlights that celebrate her lasting impact on R&B.  See omnystudio.com/list...

The Question of the Day: What do women do better than men? From multitasking and emotional intelligence to resilience and leadership, the conversation reflects both cultural debate and research showing that while some studies suggest women excel in areas like verbal communication and stress management, others find differences are more situational than biological.  See omnystudio.com...

The show kicks off with a lively discussion around research suggesting that people perceived as more attractive may have stronger immune responses—specifically higher activity of natural killer cells, which help fight infections. Scientists say this could be tied to evolutionary cues around health and mate selection.   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. During What’s Trending, Jasmine Sanders spoke about the late civil rights activist Cesar Chavez legacy is coming under great scrutiny over accusations of sexual assault and rape of minor girls an...

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  Moses the Black  starring Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa and Chukwudi Iwuji. This movie is about a gang leader who begins to question his choices.   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.

The late civil rights activist Cesar Chavez legacy is coming under great scrutiny over accusations of sexual assault and rape of minor girls and women who were apart of UFW. This has caused a ripple effect of his name being taken off of schools, and streets, along with Los Angeles canceling Cesar Chavez Day.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Wild laws, tough parenting questions, global shockwaves, and relationship truths collide in a no-holds-barred episode of  The D.L. Hughley Show Podcast . DL and the crew kick things off with disbelief and dark humor over the fact that Florida still allows first cousins to legally marry after lawmakers failed to pass a ban—keeping the state among a shrinking mino...

Rounding out the episode, DL lightens things up with a sharp “Top 5” on the things you can never take back in a relationship, echoing what relationship experts consistently warn: certain words—especially comparisons to exes, insults about family, or cruel honesty—can permanently damage trust and intimacy.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tone shifts as the show addresses escalating tensions in the Middle East following confirmation that Iran’s intelligence minister, Esmail Khatib, and other top officials were killed in targeted Israeli strikes—marking a major blow to Iran’s leadership and raising fears of wider regional fallout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation then turns to the Question of the Day: should a woman be required to pay child support after giving full custody to her ex? As listeners weighed in, the discussion underscored that U.S. child support laws are gender-neutral and based on custody and income—not whether the parent is a mother or father.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DL and the crew kick things off with disbelief and dark humor over the fact that Florida still allows first cousins to legally marry after lawmakers failed to pass a ban—keeping the state among a shrinking minority nationwide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From global power plays to personal family battles, this episode of  The D.L. Hughley Show Podcast  doesn’t pull any punches. The crew breaks down President Donald Trump’s latest inflammatory rhetoric after he suggested the U.S. could “take” Cuba, comments that came as the island faces widespread blackouts, fuel shortages, and a deepening economic crisis tied...

The episode also spotlights Women’s History Month with a Top 5 rundown of everyday items that cost women more than men, from razors to dry cleaning—an example of the widely documented “pink tax,” which studies show results in women paying more over time for nearly identical products. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show tackles a heated Question of the Day sparked by a man seeking divorce after refusing to let his transgender in‑law babysit his children, igniting a raw conversation about parental protection, prejudice, and what research consistently shows—that a person’s gender identity is not linked to child safety, and that fear-based assumptions often do more harm than good to fa...

The mood shifts as Grammy‑nominated singer, songwriter, and Mint Condition frontman Stokley joins the crew to talk artistry, longevity, and why R&B is far from dead, highlighting how today’s artists are pushing the genre forward beyond traditional radio and into live shows and digital spaces.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew breaks down President Donald Trump’s latest inflammatory rhetoric after he suggested the U.S. could “take” Cuba, comments that came as the island faces widespread blackouts, fuel shortages, and a deepening economic crisis tied to tightened U.S. sanctions and blocked oil supplies. International leaders, including Cuba and Russia, quickly pushed back, warning that the rema...

If you think you’ve heard it all, this episode proves there’s always another headline waiting to spark debate. The D.L. Hughley Show kicks things off with a viral conversation about unconventional side hustles, as social media buzzes over reports of women earning significant supplemental income through niche online platforms—fueling a broader discussion about...

The show wraps with lighter fare during the “My Top 5” segment, breaking down the biggest conversational red flags people say you should never drop during intimate pillow talk—an idea echoed widely in relationship psychology and communication advice circles.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show also dives into a deeply emotional Question of the Day after a woman goes viral for revealing she believed her father abandoned her—only to learn later in life that her mother kept him away. The crew and callers unpack the lasting emotional impact of parental alienation, a topic that has increasingly gained attention on social media and in family law discussions nationwide...

The episode takes a somber turn as the show honors the life and legacy of Keke Shepard, the longtime  Showtime at the Apollo  co-host who passed away at age 74 after a sudden heart attack. Shepard was celebrated for her elegance, cultural impact, and role in helping introduce generations of talent to the iconic Apollo stage, leaving behind a lasting mark on Black entertainment and televi...