The D.L. Hughley Show

The Question of the Day asks whether Democrats were strategically smart or just lucky in the overwhelming 427–1 House vote and unanimous Senate vote to release the Epstein files; which is a stunning bipartisan shift that even DL admits never happens in American politics. Callers weigh in on whether this was tactical chess or accidental timing driven by leaked emails, victim pressure, and fea...

The show opens with the shocking story of a man who shot a cleaning woman who mistakenly arrived at the wrong home. This case is now making national headlines as he faces manslaughter charges. The team uses the tragedy to highlight how “guns + fear + bad judgment” continues to produce senseless violence across the country.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The D.L. Hughley Show jumps right into the day’s biggest headlines with a rare piece of good news. Johns Hopkins University announces that beginning in the 2026–27 school year, it will offer free tuition to students with financial need, a move made possible by one of the largest private donations in higher-education history. Free tuition will be offered to students who’s family m...

The DLHS crew then welcomes comedian and author John Fugelsang for part two of his interview, diving deeper into religion, politics, and the way power is marketed in America.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The episode closes with the debut of “Ask an African,” a humorous new segment where cultural misunderstandings meet honest, unfiltered answers—giving listeners laughs, insight, and just enough discomfort to spark real conversation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johns Hopkins University announces that beginning in the 2026–27 school year, it will offer free tuition to students with financial need, a move made possible by one of the largest private donations in higher-education history. Free tuition will be offered to students who’s family makes less than $200,000 a year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tone shifts as DL takes on the explosive national conversation around the 427–1 vote in Congress to release the Epstein files, asking listeners what they think the lopsided vote truly means. Web updates confirm the lone “no” vote came from Rep. Clay Higgins, while both Democrats and Republicans overwhelmingly supported transparency—raising questions about which powerful...

The D.L. Hughley Show kicks off with a rare political twist. This episode opens with a surprising political twist: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly apologizing for contributing to America’s “toxic politics,” a move the team dissects with equal parts disbelief and laughter. They highlight how Greene, once a champion of misinformation, now distances herself from Trump as the ba...

The show wraps with Jasmine Sanders’ comedic top-five list, “Reasons Not to Tell Your Mama About Your Breakup,” rounding out an episode that blends political critique, community uplift, and D.L.’s trademark sharp comedy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DLHS crew celebrate during the Human Being of the Week segment, spotlighting Meharry Medical College, which raised over $400 million to expand training for Black doctors—one of the largest fundraising hauls in HBCU medical school history. The team praises Meharry for “doing God’s work” and advancing health-equity for future generations.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

The Question of the Day has listeners weighing in on why Donald Trump keeps resisting the release of Epstein-related documents—especially after the House voted 427–1 to make them public. Callers and the crew speculate on embarrassment, political fallout, and deeper secrets Trump may want buried, amplified by Greene’s sudden push for transparency.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

The DLHS Podcast opens with a surprising political twist: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly apologizing for contributing to America’s “toxic politics,” a move the team dissects with equal parts disbelief and laughter. They highlight how Greene, once a champion of misinformation, now distances herself from Trump as the battle over the Epstein files intensifies.  See omnyst...

The DLHS crew kicks off the show with a sharp dive into one of Florida’s most controversial new laws, as a federal appeals court refuses to halt the state’s discriminatory property restrictions targeting immigrants from China and several other nations. Civil rights groups have warned the law mirrors Cold War–era xenophobia and may violate the Fair Housing Act. From there, the Que...

The episode closes with a discussion of Mike Epps’ recent controversial joke about cutting SNAP benefits, using it as a springboard to examine food insecurity, political weaponization of welfare programs, and the ongoing cultural divide over public assistance in America.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D.L. welcomes R&B singer Kevin Ross, who opens up about songwriting, collaborating with industry heavyweights, and staying authentic in an era where image often overshadows musicianship.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Question of the Day sparks a fiery debate after a social media influencer says a man asked her to go makeup-free for their next date. The crew and callers unpack whether the request is controlling, superficial, or simply honest—touching on beauty standards, dating expectations, and how “preferences” often reveal power dynamics.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

The DLHS crew kicks off the show with a sharp dive into one of Florida’s most controversial new laws, as a federal appeals court refuses to halt the state’s discriminatory property restrictions targeting immigrants from China and several other nations. Civil rights groups have warned the law mirrors Cold War–era xenophobia and may violate the Fair Housing Act.  See omnystudi...

It is Monday, but the D.L. Hughley Show Podcast will make you feel like it is the weekend with a What Had Happened Was Friday. Today fans will hear some of the best callers from last week’s Questions of the Day. On What’s Trending , social media is in a frenzy over some of the outfits and accessories of North West, the oldest daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. People think that...

Sometimes people get upset with some of the things that D.L. has to say, so he gives them the opportunity to say, F- You D.L. Hughley with our F- You D.L. Hughley correspondent, little Niecy James.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oleebo the streaming hack warrior is back with another bootleg movie review. Today, Oleebo reviews the thriller movie, Nuremberg , starring Russell Crowe. It is based on the 2013 novel, The Nazi and the Psychiatrist by Jack El-Hai.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is Monday, but the D.L. Hughley Show Podcast will make you feel like it is the weekend with a What Had Happened Was Friday. Today fans will hear some of the best callers from last week’s Questions of the Day.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media is in a frenzy over some of the outfits and accessories of North West, the oldest daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. People think that what she wears is entirely too “grown” for someone so young.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The D.L. Hughley Show Podcast, D.L. and the crew serves up a full plate of reality check. The show opens with a viral social experiment: an influencer calling churches to find the most benevolent one, only to learn that compassion is in short supply. According to her tally, 33 churches refused to help a “struggling mother,” while only 9 offered support—and most...

The show ends on a lighter note as Jasmine Sanders drops her Top 5 Ways Men Flirt That Come Off Creepy, calling out behaviors like staring, grabbing, and confusing a drink purchase with a marriage proposal—all delivered with the trademark DLHS humor that keeps the audience laughing even in the middle of heavy headlines.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show opens with a viral social experiment: an influencer calling churches to find the most benevolent one, only to learn that compassion is in short supply. According to her tally, 33 churches refused to help a “struggling mother,” while only 9 offered support—and most of those were Black or Buddhist congregations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.