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DLHS Hour 1 | Gary, IN Has Been Without Power for Over a Week Aug 21, 2026

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There is an ongoing crisis in Gary, Indiana, where thousands of residents have been without power for more than a week following devastating storms. Reports indicate tens of thousands of people were still in the dark days after the storm, with schools closed, food spoiling, and residents scrambling for basic necessities while utility crews worked to restore service.

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DLHS Hour 2 | No Media Coverage for Hangings in the South Aug 21, 2026

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The conversation then shifted to the Question of the Day: Why do you think there has been so little media coverage of Black people being found hanging from trees in the South? Using recent cases and listener calls, the show examined concerns about whether these deaths are receiving the level of scrutiny, investigation, and coverage that such alarming incidents warrant, sparking a passionate discussion about accountability, public awareness, and historical context.

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Full EP | Ms. Rachel in Support of Reparations for African Americans; Kids Using Profanity First Day of School; Urban One Founder Ms. Cathy Hughes Joins DLHS Crew; Do Not Post This About Your Partner; and More Aug 20, 2026

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Big conversations, bold opinions, and a celebration of Black excellence take center stage on this episode of The D.L. Hughley Show. D.L. and the crew weighed in on the growing debate surrounding children’s entertainer Ms. Rachel after she publicly supported reparations for African Americans by sharing excerpts from Ta-Nehisi Coates’ influential essay The Case for Reparations, sparking passionate reactions across social media. The show also tackled trending legal and political stories, including Donald Trump’s latest court setback in the E. Jean Carroll case, while D.L.’s “GED Section” focused on accountability, media responsibility, and the role public figures play in shaping conversations within the Black community. Additional context discussed on the show reflects the ongoing national debate over reparations and racial justice, which has gained renewed attention following Ms. Rachel’s social media posts supporting Black-owned businesses and Coates’ call for America to confront the lasting effects of slavery, Jim Crow laws, and discriminatory housing policies.

The Question of the Day sparked lively listener responses after a viral video showed elementary school children using profanity and making obscene gestures on their first day of school. D.L. and Jasmine Sanders debated whether the behavior was harmless childhood fun or a sign of parenting choices that could contribute to future delinquency, while also emphasizing that children should never be written off because of early mistakes. Later, Urban One founder Ms. Cathy Hughes joined the show following her recent recognition with the Key to the City of Washington, D.C., reflecting on her decades-long mission to amplify Black voices and create opportunities through Urban One. Hughes, the first woman to receive the honor from Mayor Muriel Bowser, credited the company’s employees and on-air talent for its success. The episode closed with Jasmine’s “Top 5” list of things couples should never post online, including details about their sex lives, infidelity, finances, exes, and relationship arguments, reinforcing the idea that some parts of a relationship are better kept private.

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DLHS Hour 4 | Do Not Post This About Your Partner Aug 20, 2026

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The episode closed with Jasmine’s “Top 5” list of things couples should never post online, including details about their sex lives, infidelity, finances, exes, and relationship arguments, reinforcing the idea that some parts of a relationship are better kept private.

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DLHS Hour 3 | Urban One Founder Ms. Cathy Hughes Joins DLHS Crew Aug 20, 2026

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Urban One founder Ms. Cathy Hughes joined the show following her recent recognition with the Key to the City of Washington, D.C., reflecting on her decades-long mission to amplify Black voices and create opportunities through Urban One. Hughes, the first woman to receive the honor from Mayor Muriel Bowser, credited the company’s employees and on-air talent for its success.

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DLHS Hour 1 | Ms. Rachel in Support of Reparations for African Americans Aug 20, 2026

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D.L. and the crew weighed in on the growing debate surrounding children’s entertainer Ms. Rachel after she publicly supported reparations for African Americans by sharing excerpts from Ta-Nehisi Coates’ influential essay The Case for Reparations, sparking passionate reactions across social media.

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DLHS Hour 2 | Kids Using Profanity First Day of School Aug 20, 2026

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Full EP | British Author and Academic Self Transitions After Allegations Surfaced; My Ex Drove My New Man’s Car; Mississippi Teenager Saves Two from Drowning; Top Five Trump Lies; and More Aug 19, 2026

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From headline-grabbing controversies to heroic acts of courage, today’s episode of The D.L. Hughley Show tackled the stories everyone is talking about. The show opened with a discussion about British author and former Cambridge professor Jason Arday, whose death followed intense public scrutiny surrounding plagiarism allegations and questions about his academic work. Arday, who made history as Cambridge’s youngest Black professor, had recently resigned amid an ongoing investigation while denying wrongdoing. The conversation explored the pressures of public judgment, accountability, and the human cost of controversy. The crew also highlighted groundbreaking advances in AI-powered medical technology, including emerging tools that could help people with paralysis communicate and allow expectant mothers to monitor pregnancies in real time.

In the Question of the Day, listeners passionately weighed in on a viral relationship dilemma involving a woman who allowed her baby’s father to drive her current boyfriend’s car, with most callers calling the move disrespectful and a breach of trust. The show also celebrated Coreyon Evans, a 16-year-old Mississippi teen recognized for his bravery after jumping into the water to rescue people in danger, reinforcing the show’s theme that everyday heroes still exist. Rounding out the episode, D.L. examined what he called the “Top Five Trump Lies,” revisiting long-debated claims surrounding election fraud, crowd sizes, mail-in voting, the economy, and foreign policy while discussing the ongoing political impact of those narratives. The episode balanced lively debate, social commentary, and inspiring stories, reminding listeners that whether the topic is politics, relationships, or real-life heroism, truth and accountability always matter.

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DLHS Hour 4 | Top Five Trump Lies Aug 19, 2026

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D.L. examined what he called the “Top Five Trump Lies,” revisiting long-debated claims surrounding election fraud, crowd sizes, mail-in voting, the economy, and foreign policy while discussing the ongoing political impact of those narratives.

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DLHS Hour 3 | Mississippi Teenager Saves Two from Drowning Aug 19, 2026

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The show also celebrated the Human Being of the Week, Coreyon Evans, a 16-year-old Mississippi teen recognized for his bravery after jumping into the water to rescue people in danger, reinforcing the show’s theme that everyday heroes still exist.

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