The D.L. Hughley Show

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DLHS Hour 2 | Should Rep. Hakeem Jeffries Met Secretly with Jared Kushner Aug 27, 2026

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The conversation also centered on reports that House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a private meeting with Jared Kushner, prompting questions from listeners and hosts alike about transparency, political strategy, and whether elected officials should engage in behind-the-scenes discussions with figures who hold no official government role.

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DLHS Hour 1 | Major Watson Violated Several Articles and Fans Rally Aug 27, 2026

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The crew weighed in on the case of Air Force Maj. Jason Watson, who is facing military charges after publicly calling for President Trump’s impeachment while in uniform. Watson has been charged under Articles 88, 92, and 133 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice for alleged contemptuous remarks, disobeying orders, and conduct unbecoming an officer, a rare and closely watched military case that has sparked debate over free speech and political expression in the armed forces.

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Full EP | Texas Roadhouse ‘White Servers Only’ Group; Are You Going to See R. Kelly if Released; Former Deputy Who Shot Sonya Massey Dies in Prison; Five Things You Can Do Now Kids Back in School; and More Aug 26, 2026

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The crew weighed in on the uproar surrounding Texas Roadhouse after social media users circulated allegations that a racist Facebook group encouraged white servers to tamper with Black customers’ food. While the claims sparked outrage and boycott calls online, Texas Roadhouse has publicly denied the accusations, calling them unfounded and saying it launched an investigation, with reports later noting that the company believes the allegations may have originated from an online hoax. The show also debated whether fans would support R. Kelly if he were released from prison and returned to the stage. Most callers said they could separate the music from the man, while D.L. admitted the issue remains a personal moral conflict. The discussion comes as Kelly, who is serving a 31-year federal sentence for sex trafficking and related convictions, recently petitioned for a presidential commutation that could shorten his time behind bars.

The conversation then turned to justice and accountability following the death of former Illinois deputy Sean Grayson, who was convicted in the 2024 killing of Sonya Massey after body camera footage showed him fatally shooting her inside her home. Grayson died in prison after a battle with advanced colon cancer while serving a 20-year sentence, closing a chapter in a case that fueled national conversations about policing and police accountability. To lighten the mood, the show wrapped with a humorous look at life now that children are back in school, celebrating the return of peace and quiet for parents everywhere, from enjoying uninterrupted time at home to finally reclaiming a little personal freedom after a long summer break. Along the way, the crew also reflected on the legacy of Dolly Parton, praising her decades of music, philanthropy, and impact on generations of fans.

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DLHS Hour 4 | Five Things You Can Do Now Kids Back in School Aug 26, 2026

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The show wrapped with a humorous look at life now that children are back in school, celebrating the return of peace and quiet for parents everywhere, from enjoying uninterrupted time at home to finally reclaiming a little personal freedom after a long summer break.

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DLHS Hour 3 | Former Deputy Who Shot Sonya Massey Dies in Prison Aug 26, 2026

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DLHS Hour 2 | Are You Going to See R. Kelly if Released Aug 26, 2026

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The show also debated whether fans would support R. Kelly if he were released from prison and returned to the stage. Most callers said they could separate the music from the man, while D.L. admitted the issue remains a personal moral conflict. The discussion comes as Kelly, who is serving a 31-year federal sentence for sex trafficking and related convictions, recently petitioned for a presidential commutation that could shorten his time behind bars.

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DLHS Hour 1 | Texas Roadhouse ‘White Servers Only’ Group Aug 26, 2026

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Full EP | Ranchers Upset with Trump for Tons of Imported Ground Beef; Ax to Child’s Game Too Much or Good Parenting; Singer, Producer, Songwriter Raphael Saadiq; Gary, Indiana and Puerto Rico Still in Need of Assistance; and More Aug 25, 2026

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D.L. and the crew weighed in on growing backlash from ranchers after President Trump announced plans to allow up to 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef into the U.S. tariff-free for 90 days in an effort to lower consumer prices. Ranchers and cattle industry leaders argue the move could hurt domestic producers at a time when the U.S. cattle herd is already at its lowest level in decades and beef prices continue to climb. The show also sparked a lively Question of the Day discussion after a viral video showed a frustrated father taking an ax to his son’s television over unfinished chores. Callers shared personal stories about discipline and consequences, leading to the debate: Was the dad being a good parent or going overboard? D.L. explored whether the dramatic punishment was an example of accountability or a sign that emotions had gotten out of control.

Music legend Raphael Saadiq joined D.L. and the crew as he reflected on his remarkable career spanning Tony! Toni! Toné!, Lucy Pearl, solo success, and his work as a songwriter and producer for some of the biggest names in music. Saadiq also discussed the creative drive that continues to push him forward, as he remains active with live performances and storytelling shows that celebrate more than three decades in the industry. The show closed with a look at communities still waiting for relief, including Gary, Indiana, where thousands of residents have faced prolonged power outages following severe storms, and Puerto Rico, which continues to face concerns about infrastructure and disaster recovery. Residents and local leaders have been calling for faster assistance and long-term solutions as families struggle to recover from disruptions that have left many without essential services.

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DLHS Hour 4 | Gary, Indiana and Puerto Rico Still in Need of Assistance Aug 25, 2026

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During What’s Trending, Jasmine spoke about communities still waiting for relief, including Gary, Indiana, where thousands of residents have faced prolonged power outages following severe storms, and Puerto Rico, which continues to face concerns about infrastructure and disaster recovery. Residents and local leaders have been calling for faster assistance and long-term solutions as families struggle to recover from disruptions that have left many without essential services.

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DLHS Hour 3 | Singer, Producer, Songwriter Raphael Saadiq Aug 25, 2026

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