The D.L. Hughley Show

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DLHS Hour 2 | Can Your Child Marry Outside Your Race Jul 30, 2026

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The show also tackles the Question of the Day: would parents have a problem if their children married outside their race? Listeners share personal stories and perspectives, leading to a candid conversation about love, family, culture, and changing attitudes across generations.

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DLHS Hour 1 | Howard University Admits Poor Handling of Unenrolled Students Jul 30, 2026

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The crew dives into the growing backlash surrounding Howard University after more than 500 incoming students were unexpectedly unenrolled over tuition and financial aid issues. Howard later acknowledged concerns about how the situation was handled, while students and families across the country voiced frustration over communication breakdowns and enrollment deadlines.

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Full EP | Ryan Clark Felt ‘Too Black’ for ESPN; Do You Agree with Tuskegee University’s Dress Code; Georgia Police Officers Buys Gift for Teen; Craziest Funeral Stories; and More Jul 29, 2026

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Sometimes the biggest conversations start with a personal story—and this episode of The D.L. Hughley Show delivers plenty of them. The crew reacts to former NFL player and analyst Ryan Clark’s emotional comments about feeling he “couldn’t be too Black” while working at ESPN, a discussion that gained national attention after Clark opened up about identity, workplace culture, and authenticity following his departure from the network. The conversation then shifts to Tuskegee University’s newly announced dress code, which bans items such as bonnets, durags, and bedroom slippers in certain campus settings as part of a broader push toward professionalism and career readiness. D.L. and listeners debate whether the policy is a necessary life lesson or an unnecessary restriction on personal expression.

The show also shines a spotlight on a heartwarming story out of Georgia, where Officer Eric Colleran surprised a teenager with a PlayStation after learning the young man was going door-to-door looking for yard work to earn money for one himself—a gesture that turned a neighborhood complaint into a powerful moment of encouragement and community support. Along the way, D.L. shares reflections on accountability, personal growth, and the state of the country, while the cast swaps some of the wildest and funniest funeral stories they’ve ever witnessed, proving that even in life’s most serious moments, unexpected comedy can still find a way to show up.

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Bon Voyage/Ryan James Carr/Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

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DLHS Hour 4 | Craziest Funeral Stories Jul 29, 2026

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Along the way, D.L. shares reflections on accountability, personal growth, and the state of the country, while the cast swaps some of the wildest and funniest funeral stories they’ve ever witnessed, proving that even in life’s most serious moments, unexpected comedy can still find a way to show up.

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DLHS Hour 3 | Georgia Police Officers Buys Gift for Teen Jul 29, 2026

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The show also shines a spotlight on a heartwarming Human Being of the Week story out of Georgia, where Officer Eric Colleran surprised a teenager with a PlayStation after learning the young man was going door-to-door looking for yard work to earn money for one himself—a gesture that turned a neighborhood complaint into a powerful moment of encouragement and community support.

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DLHS Hour 1| Ryan Clark Felt ‘Too Black’ for ESPN Jul 29, 2026

Show notes

The crew reacts to former NFL player and analyst Ryan Clark’s emotional comments about feeling he “couldn’t be too Black” while working at ESPN, a discussion that gained national attention after Clark opened up about identity, workplace culture, and authenticity following his departure from the network.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DLHS Hour 2 | Do You Agree with Tuskegee University’s Dress Code Jul 29, 2026

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The conversation then shifts to the Question of the Day, where Tuskegee University’s newly announced dress code, which bans items such as bonnets, durags, and bedroom slippers in certain campus settings as part of a broader push toward professionalism and career readiness. D.L. and listeners debate whether the policy is a necessary life lesson or an unnecessary restriction on personal expression.

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Full EP | Tighter Rules for Mail-In Ballots Denied; Should Woman Pay Child Support After Signing Dad; Talking All That Jazz with Rapper and Educator Griot B; Enhanced Audio of Nolan Wells Released; and More Jul 28, 2026

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From heated political fights to thought-provoking social debates, today’s episode covered some of the biggest conversations making headlines. D.L. Hughley weighed in on a federal appeals court decision blocking key portions of efforts to tighten mail-in voting rules ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, a legal battle that continues to spark debate over election access and state authority. The show’s Question of the Day tackled a viral case involving a woman ordered to pay child support after signing her former partner’s child’s birth certificate, prompting listeners to weigh personal responsibility against what many viewed as flaws in the legal system. The crew also discussed the latest developments surrounding the death of Nolan Wells, including newly enhanced audio from a distress call connected to the case that has fueled public speculation as investigators continue searching for answers.

The show also welcomed rapper, educator, and School Yard Rap founder Griot B, who shared how he is using hip-hop, history, and live performances to make learning engaging for students across the country. His growing movement blends music with lessons on Black history, civics, and cultural awareness, while his latest project, Good Trouble, explores the history of voting rights and civic engagement. Throughout the conversation, Griot B emphasized the importance of making education both entertaining and empowering, a mission that has helped bring his curriculum and performances to schools nationwide.

Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-dl-hughley-show

Music Credits:

Bon Voyage/Ryan James Carr/Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

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DLHS Hour 4 | Enhanced Audio of Nolan Wells Released Jul 28, 2026

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The crew also discussed the latest developments surrounding the death of Nolan Wells, including newly enhanced audio from a distress call connected to the case that has fueled public speculation as investigators continue searching for answers.

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DLHS Hour 3 | Talking All That Jazz with Rapper and Educator Griot B Jul 28, 2026

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