The D.L. Hughley Show

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DLHS HOUR 3 | Eric Benet Unchained Jul 09, 2026

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Eric Benet has traded his barefoot crochet bell-bottoms for combat boots — and he's done biting his lip. Jasmine sits down with the R&B legend for a raw, wide-open conversation about Black ownership of BET, mental health and suicide among young Black men, the lessons that come from suffering in silence, and why being over 40 means you simply don't care anymore.

Meanwhile, the crew hypes the One Voyage 2026 cruise featuring T.I., Keith Sweat, Anthony Anderson, and Ced the Entertainer. Sybil Wilkes drops a bombshell What You Need to Know — U.S. strikes on Iran, Mitch McConnell's mystery health status, and Jermaine Dupri suing Sony over royalties for Da Brat and Xscape. And someone tried to outrun a DWI in Louisiana — straight into a swamp full of alligators.

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DLHS Hour 2 | Listeners Call In To React To The Nolan Wells Story Jul 09, 2026

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ICE just fatally shot another man in Houston — and DL's performing there this weekend. That sets the stage for a no-holds-barred conversation sparked by the disappearance of Nolan Wells: would you let your Black child go on a camping trip with rich white kids? The crew shares personal stories, callers go in hard on both sides, and Skip Cheatham of the legendary Plano Cheathams weighs in with his signature diplomacy. Plus, the mysterious case of Nolan Wells deepens — the group has lawyered up, scrubbed their socials, and one of their moms is a judge. R&B star Eric Benet is teased for the next hour.

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DLHS HOUR 1 | Marcellus Wiley is getting dragged + MORE Jul 09, 2026

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Marcellus Wiley is getting dragged — and Jason Whitlock is the one riding to his defense. DL and the crew break down the bombshell domestic abuse accusations against the former ESPN analyst, why his wife's past behavior makes it complicated, and whether he deserves the compassion he never gave others. Then Jasmine runs through what's trending, including the controversy swirling around the animated movie Minions and the Monsters — yes, people think it's satanic. And DL gets deeply personal in his GD Section note, drawing on stories from his new memoir Charlie's Boy to ask the question America needs to answer: aren't you tired of Trump's America delivering nothing it promised?

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Full EP | Mississippi Teen Nolan Wells Found Dead After 4th of July; American Flags Make You Feel Paranoid or Patriotic; F- You DL Hughley; Five Reasons USMNT Loss to Belgium; and More Jul 08, 2026

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A Fourth of July celebration turned tragic as the show opened with the heartbreaking story of 18-year-old Mississippi college football player Nolan Wells, whose body was found after he disappeared during a holiday outing on Horn Island. As authorities continue investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, Wells’ family has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump and is seeking answers about what happened during his final hours. The conversation then shifted to a passionate Question of the Day about whether seeing an abundance of American flags inspires patriotism or unease. The discussion reflected a broader national debate, with recent polling finding that views of the American flag have become increasingly polarized along racial, generational, and political lines. The crew explored how a symbol historically associated with unity now sparks very different reactions depending on personal experiences and perspectives.

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. The show also celebrated everyday heroism by recognizing a California man who helped stop a gunman during a World Cup watch party, potentially saving lives in the process. Wrapping things up, the team broke down the U.S. Men’s National Team’s disappointing 4-1 World Cup loss to Belgium, mixing sports analysis with comedy after a defeat that ended America’s tournament run. Despite a brief spark from Malik Tillman’s equalizer, Belgium’s clinical attack proved too much, sending the USMNT home and leaving fans to wonder what comes next for American soccer.

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DLHS Hour 4 | Five Reasons USMNT Loss to Belgium Jul 08, 2026

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Wrapping things up, the team broke down the U.S. Men’s National Team’s disappointing 4-1 World Cup loss to Belgium, mixing sports analysis with comedy after a defeat that ended America’s tournament run. Despite a brief spark from Malik Tillman’s equalizer, Belgium’s clinical attack proved too much, sending the USMNT home and leaving fans to wonder what comes next for American soccer.

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DLHS Hour 3 | F- You DL Hughley Jul 08, 2026

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DLHS Hour 1 | Mississippi Teen Nolan Wells Found Dead After 4th of July Jul 08, 2026

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Full EP | Spouses of US Citizens subjected to deportation; Should men pay for hair and nails; Q. Parker from 112 joins DLHS crew; India.Arie not feeling “Spend Dat” and More Jul 07, 2026

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The show opened with a discussion about growing concerns among immigrant families after reports that some spouses of U.S. citizens are facing increased deportation risks despite being in the legal immigration process. Recent reporting has highlighted tougher immigration policies and greater scrutiny for green card applicants, creating uncertainty for many mixed-status families. The crew also weighed in on the Question of the Day: whether men should pay for their partner’s hair, nails, and beauty upkeep. Listeners chimed in from all sides, debating whether those expenses are personal responsibilities or thoughtful relationship gestures that come with caring for a significant other.

Later, R&B star Q Parker of 112 joined the show to discuss his three-decade career, his ongoing “Romance Movement,” and his mission to bring classic love songs back to modern R&B. The conversation then shifted to one of the biggest music debates online after India.Arie criticized the widespread popularity of Yung Miami’s viral hit “Spend Dat.” The Grammy-winning singer clarified that she was not calling for a boycott but expressed concern about the values celebrated in the song, which recently climbed the Billboard charts and sparked intense social media discussion about music, culture, and influence.

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DLHS Hour 4 | India.Arie not feeling “Spend Dat” Jul 07, 2026

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The conversation then shifted to one of the biggest music debates online after India.Arie criticized the widespread popularity of Yung Miami’s viral hit “Spend Dat.” The Grammy-winning singer clarified that she was not calling for a boycott but expressed concern about the values celebrated in the song, which recently climbed the Billboard charts and sparked intense social media discussion about music, culture, and influence.

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DLHS Hour 2 | Should men pay for hair and nails Jul 07, 2026

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The crew also weighed in on the Question of the Day: whether men should pay for their partner’s hair, nails, and beauty upkeep. Listeners chimed in from all sides, debating whether those expenses are personal responsibilities or thoughtful relationship gestures that come with caring for a significant other.

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