The show also mixed culture, controversy, and relationships—starting with New York’s backlash against the Met Gala over billionaire involvement. Protesters across the city called for a boycott after Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos were named honorary chairs, with activists accusing Amazon of labor abuses and excessive influence over cultural institutions, including demonstrations and viral protest visuals near the event. 

The show also mixed culture, controversy, and relationships&mdash;starting with New York&rsquo;s backlash against the Met Gala over billionaire involvement. Protesters across the city called for a boycott after Jeff Bezos and Lauren S&aacute;nchez Bezos were named honorary chairs, with activists accusing Amazon of labor abuses and excessive influence over cultural institutions, including demonstrations and viral protest visuals near the event.&nbsp;

The D.L. Hughley Show is now here! In this daily podcast, Comic D.L. Hughley provides a dose of truth while commenting on the latest news, pop culture, politics, sports, and social justice. Hughley takes listeners on a no-holds ride of humor and reality, stating, "I'm fast, funny, and topical. I make people laugh a lot and think a little. Some people want to push the envelope – I try to see if I can singe it a little."

The D.L. Hughley Show is now here! In this daily podcast, Comic D.L. Hughley provides a dose of truth while commenting on the latest news, pop culture, politics, sports, and social justice. Hughley takes listeners on a no-holds ride of humor and reality, stating, "I'm fast, funny, and topical. I make people laugh a lot and think a little. Some people want to push the envelope – I try to see if I can singe it a little."

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DLHS Hour 4 | New Yorkers call for boycott of Met Gala due to Jeff Bezos 

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The D.L. Hughley Show kept it real and wide-ranging, kicking off with a heated discussion on immigration policy as Congress approved a nearly $70 billion funding package for ICE and Border Patrol—locking in enforcement funding for years to come and sparking criticism over aggressive immigration tactics. The conversation then shifted from politics to relationships with a viral “Question of the Day”: should a man ask a woman to go makeup-free by the second date? While opinions were split, research shows makeup can significantly influence perceived attractiveness and confidence, which helps explain why the topic hit such a nerve. The crew also shared health insights, highlighting how poor sleep—especially among people with diabetes—is linked to higher health risks, reinforcing the importance of rest as more than just a luxury.  

Things took a lighter (but still insightful) turn with legendary DJ and producer D-Nice, who broke down how authenticity—not just strategy—helped him explode from modest followings to massive audiences during his “Club Quarantine” era, where hundreds of thousands tuned in nightly during the pandemic. The show wrapped by celebrating the legacy of Black women in Hollywood, honoring pioneers like Hattie McDaniel—who became the first Black Oscar winner in 1940—and trailblazers like Halle Berry, the first Black woman to win Best Actress, spotlighting how far representation has come while acknowledging the work still ahead.  

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The D.L. Hughley Show kept it real and wide-ranging, kicking off with a heated discussion on immigration policy as Congress approved a&nbsp;nearly&nbsp;$70 billion&nbsp;funding package for ICE and Border Patrol&mdash;locking in enforcement funding for years to come and sparking criticism over aggressive immigration tactics. The conversation then shifted from politics to relationships with a viral &ldquo;Question of the Day&rdquo;: should a man ask a woman to go makeup-free by the second date? While opinions were split, research shows makeup can significantly influence perceived attractiveness and confidence, which helps explain why the topic hit such a nerve. The crew also shared health insights, highlighting how poor sleep&mdash;especially among people with diabetes&mdash;is linked to higher health risks, reinforcing the importance of rest as more than just a luxury.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Things took a lighter (but still insightful) turn with legendary DJ and producer D-Nice, who broke down how authenticity&mdash;not just strategy&mdash;helped him explode from modest followings to massive audiences during his &ldquo;Club Quarantine&rdquo; era, where hundreds of thousands tuned in nightly during the pandemic. The show wrapped by celebrating the legacy of Black women in Hollywood, honoring pioneers like Hattie McDaniel&mdash;who became the first Black Oscar winner in 1940&mdash;and trailblazers like Halle Berry, the first Black woman to win Best Actress, spotlighting how far representation has come while acknowledging the work still ahead.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-dl-hughley-show">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-dl-hughley-show</a>&nbsp;

Full EP | The House funds ICE three more years with $70 Billion; Date two no makeup please; DJ/producer D-Nice joins DLHS crew; Five black women won Oscars; and More  

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The show wrapped by celebrating the legacy of Black women in Hollywood, honoring pioneers like Hattie McDaniel—who became the first Black Oscar winner in 1940—and trailblazers like Halle Berry, the first Black woman to win Best Actress, spotlighting how far representation has come while acknowledging the work still ahead.  

The show wrapped by celebrating the legacy of Black women in Hollywood, honoring pioneers like Hattie McDaniel&mdash;who became the first Black Oscar winner in 1940&mdash;and trailblazers like Halle Berry, the first Black woman to win Best Actress, spotlighting how far representation has come while acknowledging the work still ahead.&nbsp;&nbsp;

DLHS Hour 4 | Five black women won Oscars  

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Things took a lighter (but still insightful) turn with legendary DJ and producer D-Nice, who broke down how authenticity—not just strategy—helped him explode from modest followings to massive audiences during his “Club Quarantine” era, where hundreds of thousands tuned in nightly during the pandemic. 

Things took a lighter (but still insightful) turn with legendary DJ and producer D-Nice, who broke down how authenticity&mdash;not just strategy&mdash;helped him explode from modest followings to massive audiences during his &ldquo;Club Quarantine&rdquo; era, where hundreds of thousands tuned in nightly during the pandemic.&nbsp;

DLHS Hour 3 | DJ/producer D-Nice joins DLHS crew  

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DLHS Hour 4 | New Yorkers call for boycott of Met Gala due to Jeff Bezos

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