The D.L. Hughley Show

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DLHS Hour 1 | State Department halts immigrant VISAs from seventy-five countries Jan 16, 2026

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The team breaks down the State Department’s stunning decision to halt immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, a move the Trump administration argues is aimed at stopping incoming migrants “likely to rely on public assistance.” This unprecedented freeze affects nations across Africa, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East—including Nigeria, Brazil, Egypt, Russia, and Somalia—and is rooted in expanded “public charge” criteria that critics say function as a modern‑day wealth test.

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FULL EP | Teyana Taylor defends her role in One Battle After Another; Can you date someone with bad hygiene; R&B icon Jeffery Osborne joins DLHS crew; Five resolutions revolved around your relationship; and More Jan 15, 2026

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Teyana Taylor is standing tall in the spotlight, defending her Golden Globe–winning performance in One Battle After Another. Critics say her character Perfidia is overly sexualized, but Taylor insists the role is strategic—a survival tool rather than exploitation. She pointed out that Perfidia handles a gun before anything else and only leans into sexuality when it furthers her revolutionary mission—especially as she grapples with postpartum depression and society’s expectations of Black women. Taylor hopes audiences see her not as a caricature, but as a complex badass whose sexuality is weaponized, not fetishized.

The DLHS crew sparked serious discussion during the Question of the Day, over whether you could date someone with terrible hygiene. From “roaches in the carpet” to oily hands, the consensus was clear—cleanliness matters more than chemistry—people won't compromise basic hygiene even for a perfect partner. Hygiene wasn’t just surface‑level; a dirty space often signals deeper issues, and it becomes a non‑starter.

R&B legend Jeffrey Osborne brought smooth vibes to the show, sharing his journey from drummer to lead singer with LTD, and ultimately to solo success. He explained how his voice, not songwriting, made him stand out, and how he grew by pushing for solo recognition even while in the band. Fans got a look at the musical roots behind chart‑topping classics like “On the Wings of Love.” Meanwhile, Outside the studio, Osborne is hitting the road—he kicked off his January tour in Greenbelt, MD, and has more shows lined up through spring.

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DLHS Hour 4 | Five resolutions revolved around your relationship Jan 15, 2026

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Jasmine Sanders dropped her My Top 5 relationship resolutions for 2026:

Pick your battles.
2.Don’t let outsiders overshadow your partner.
3. Avoid keeping score.
4. Prioritize date nights and stick to them.
5. Watch your tone.

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DLHS Hour 3 | R&B icon Jeffery Osborne joins DLHS crew Jan 15, 2026

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DLHS Hour 2 | Can you date someone with bad hygiene Jan 15, 2026

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DLHS Hour 1 | Teyana Taylor defends her role in 'One Battle After Another' Jan 15, 2026

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Teyana Taylor is standing tall in the spotlight, defending her Golden Globe–winning performance in One Battle After Another. Critics say her character Perfidia is overly sexualized, but Taylor insists the role is strategic—a survival tool rather than exploitation. She pointed out that Perfidia handles a gun before anything else and only leans into sexuality when it furthers her revolutionary mission—especially as she grapples with postpartum depression and society’s expectations of Black women. Taylor hopes audiences see her not as a caricature, but as a complex badass whose sexuality is weaponized, not fetishized.

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FULL EP | National Opera walking away from the Kennedy Center; I will not pay your bills when you have a husband; John Hopkins University free for under privilege children; and More Jan 14, 2026

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It’s been a dramatic week in culture and relationships—from opera stages to household grudges. The Washington National Opera has officially cut ties with the Trump-bridged Kennedy Center after more than 50 years, citing the Center’s new requirement for fully-funded productions and a string of event cancellations amid political unrest. Meanwhile, on the home front, a woman’s plea for her baby daddy to help restore her electricity sparked debate on the Question of the Day. With a husband in the mix, callers passionately argued that spousal duties should take precedence—not former relationships—a stance that ignited a lively, real-world conflict echoing on-air.

On a brighter note, Johns Hopkins University declared their undergraduate tuition will be free for families earning up to $200,000 annually—along with living-expenses help for those under $100K—started spring 2026, thanks to an $1.8B endowment expansion from Bloomberg. And for fans of love advice, Jasmine Sanders shared her top five steps to rekindle romance with an ex: granting space, keeping communication calm, honestly addressing fixable issues, reopening dialogue on your terms, and committing to real change once reunited—an expert-backed blueprint for second chances.

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DLHS Hour 4 | Five ways to get back with your ex Jan 14, 2026

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Jasmine Sanders shared her top five steps to rekindle romance with an ex: granting space, keeping communication calm, honestly addressing fixable issues, reopening dialogue on your terms, and committing to real change once reunited—an expert-backed blueprint for second chances.

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DLHS Hour 2 | I will not pay your bills when you have a husband Jan 14, 2026

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A woman’s plea for her baby daddy to help restore her electricity sparked debate on the Question of the Day. With a husband in the mix, callers passionately argued that spousal duties should take precedence—not former relationships—a stance that ignited a lively, real-world conflict echoing on-air.

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DLHS Hour 3 | John Hopkins University free for under privilege children Jan 14, 2026

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Johns Hopkins University declared their undergraduate tuition will be free for families earning up to $200,000 annually—along with living-expenses help for those under $100K—started spring 2026, thanks to an $1.8B endowment expansion from Bloomberg.

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