The D.L. Hughley Show

The show celebrates moms with a playful yet sincere Top Five, highlighting everything from unconditional support to believing in you long before you believe in yourself—a reminder that amid politics, culture wars, and economic pressure, mom is still the real MVP.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A commencement speaker at North Carolina State University stunned graduates by announcing he would pay off all final‑year student loan debt for the class, a gift he made in honor of his late father and one that instantly went viral for changing students’ futures overnight.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation then pivots into a fiery debate about professionalism in schools as viral videos spotlight teachers facing discipline—or termination—for outfits critics say show “too much curve.” While some argue dress codes should prevent classroom distractions, others push back, calling the backlash body‑shaming and noting that many of these educators are accused of bein...

The D.L. Hughley Show as D.L. sounds the alarm on a move by Tennessee Republicans to stop automatically notifying voters when polling locations change—a shift critics say could suppress turnout, especially after redistricting dismantled the state’s only majority‑Black congressional district. Transparency groups warn the policy forces voters to hunt online for new polling...

The D.L. Hughley Show delivers four nonstop hours of comedy, controversy, and cultural truth as D.L. breaks down a viral Mother’s Day argument that had couples across social media divided over gifts, gender roles, and marriage survival tactics. From there, the show dives headfirst into politics, with unfiltered commentary on Donald Trump, Project 2025, voting rights rollbacks, and why Black...

The final hour brings raw emotion as D.L. recounts a tense Mother’s Day parking‑lot incident involving his daughter and a white man who felt way too comfortable crossing the line—sparking a larger conversation about racism, entitlement, and how quickly “nothing” can turn dangerous. The show also features the return of fan‑favorite character Jamal Kingsley, exposing the absu...

Hour 3 jumps from sharp political commentary to real‑world money stress as D.L. Hughley weighs in on Donald Trump, global tensions, and why Trump supporters keep finding themselves defending scandal after scandal. The hour then pivots to a must‑hear financial conversation with attorney and financial expert Blake Walker, who breaks down saving money when you’re living paycheck to paycheck, hi...

D.L. Hughley pulls no punches in a powerful, politically charged hour that tackles what he calls a deliberate and coordinated attack on Black Americans—politically, socially, and economically. From Donald Trump, Project 2025, and the gutting of the Voting Rights Act, to Republican talking points echoed by controversial voices like Stephen A. Smith, D.L. breaks down how elections, courts, and...

D.L. Hughley and the crew dive headfirst into a heated viral argument that had couples everywhere arguing after Mother’s Day: should a man buy gifts only for his own mother—or also for the mother of his children? What starts as a seemingly logical debate quickly turns into a battle over marriage, expectations, and survival instincts at home. Callers flood the lines with strong opinions...

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 What’s Trending, Jasmine Sanders discussed the Department of Homeland Security’s decision to shut down the Office of the Immigration Detention Ombudsman, the watchdog responsible...

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 RZA directed movie,  One Spoon of Chocolate . The was not only directed by RZA but written and produced as well. It stars Shameik Moore and Paris Jackson.   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 Department of Homeland Security’s decided to shut down the Office of the Immigration Detention Ombudsman, the watchdog responsible for investigating abuse and misconduct inside immigration detention centers. The closure—blamed on congressional funding decisions—has raised alarms among civil rights advocates, especially as detention populations and deaths in custody...

Sometimes one episode feels like a culture check-up—and this one didn’t disappoint. The show opens on a somber but headline‑making moment as the crew discusses the tragic death of influencer Ashlee Jenae, whose fiancé Joe McCann broke his silence after being excluded from her funeral, a move tied to ongoing questions surrounding her death during a trip to Zanzibar. Onl...

The episode closes on a lighter but heartfelt note, celebrating teachers and the often‑overlooked reality of their impact, long hours, and influence on future generations, reinforcing why educators remain essential to society even when they’re underappreciated.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation then shifts to media history with the passing of Ted Turner at age 87, the outspoken founder of CNN and pioneer of 24‑hour cable news, whose legacy reshaped how the world consumes breaking news and media.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show dives into a fiery Question of the Day that struck a nerve with listeners nationwide: would you convert to another religion for love? The discussion was sparked by a viral story of a woman requiring her boyfriend to convert to Islam before meeting her parents, igniting debate about faith, boundaries, and deal‑breakers in modern relationships. Callers passionately weighed in, with many say...

The show opens on a somber but headline‑making moment as the crew discusses the tragic death of influencer Ashlee Jenae, whose fiancé Joe McCann broke his silence after being excluded from her funeral, a move tied to ongoing questions surrounding her death during a trip to Zanzibar. Online reaction has been intense, as her family continues to challenge early findings while McCann publicly m...

When chaos hits the headlines,  The D.L. Hughley Show Podcast  doesn’t tiptoe around it—it dives right in. The crew unpacked the jaw‑dropping arrest of a Trump‑assigned Secret Service agent in Miami, who authorities say was caught engaging in inappropriate behavior at a hotel while off duty. The incident, which reportedly involved the agent following femal...

To balance the heavy topics, the show wrapped with laughs during a “Top Five” segment breaking down the most relatable—and ridiculous—reasons people wake up in someone else’s bed, tapping into a trend of viral memes and pop‑culture humor that proves sometimes comedy is the best reality check.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation shifted to health and humor with guest Dr. Ian Smith, who joined the crew to discuss his new podcast  Black Health Unfiltered , a platform addressing medical issues disproportionately affecting Black communities—from heart disease to systemic bias in healthcare. Dr. Smith emphasized rebuilding trust in credible medical information and empowering listeners with culturall...

The show also tackled the viral backlash facing Killer Mike, after the rapper urged civic engagement following the Supreme Court’s recent decision weakening the Voting Rights Act. Critics flooded social media, calling out what they see as contradictions in his past political stances, while others argued his message—mobilizing voters amid aggressive redistricting efforts in several Sout...

The crew unpacked the jaw‑dropping arrest of a Trump‑assigned Secret Service agent in Miami, who authorities say was caught engaging in inappropriate behavior at a hotel while off duty. The incident, which reportedly involved the agent following female guests, sparked sharp commentary about professionalism and trust within elite security ranks, especially given the heightened scrutiny su...

The show kicks off with a fiery breakdown of why women are dragging  Stephen A. Smith  online after his viral comments saying his partner should both work  and  have a hot meal waiting for him. The crew doesn’t just crack jokes—they unpack why many listeners see his remarks as outdated, especially at a moment when conversations around gender roles, labor,...