The D.L. Hughley Show, hosted by comedian D.L. Hughley and produced by Urban One Podcast Network, covers news, politics, pop culture, sports and social justice with comedic commentary. It publishes daily with about 1,000 episodes in the feed, typical full episodes run around 30 minutes, and the show is estimated at 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, with a host-read rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Daily comedy and news commentary from a veteran comedian with a network audience
- Publishes daily with over 1,000 episodes and a two-hour-plus live-style format
- Apple Podcasts shows 209 ratings averaging 4.7 stars
- Hosted by Urban One Podcast Network with high Podcast Index popularity
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, monologue, interview, news commentary
- Tone
- irreverent, topical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 11 to 47 minutes per segment, full episodes about 30 to 40 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Urban One Podcast Network
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; episode titles reference giveaways such as cruise giveaways but no named advertiser.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Feed is not flagged explicit, but titles include adult language such as 'F You' and 'Shoe Booty' and discuss a public execution and federal searches, so brand-safe placement needs review.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.urban1podcasts.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1697977058 |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/78a347aa-3282-4ac… |
Benchmark score: 34 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Full EP | Kelly Clarkson Calls Out Small Business for Unfair Treatment | 2026-10-16 | 29 min |
| DLHS Hour 3 & 4 | Former VP Harris Heads Leaders about AI | 2026-10-16 | 7 min |
| DLHS Hour 2 | Can You Watch a Public Execution | 2026-10-16 | 8 min |
| DLHS Hour 1 | Kelly Clarkson Calls Out Small Business for Unfair Treat | 2026-10-16 | 14 min |
| Full Show | Bimbos, Grammy Winners & Shoe Booty | 2026-10-15 | 47 min |
| DLHS HOUR 4 | The View, Free Cruises & Ghost Pranks | 2026-10-15 | 8 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago.
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…
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About The D.L. Hughley Show
The D.L. Hughley Show is a daily comedy and news commentary podcast hosted by comedian D.L. Hughley and published by Urban One Podcast Network. According to the feed and the network's website, episodes cover the news, politics, pop culture, sports and social justice, often in a comedic, irreverent style. The feed lists about 1,000 episodes with daily updates, and the Apple Podcasts listing shows 209 ratings averaging 4.7 stars.
The show's Apple Podcasts listing and feed indicate an adult audience interested in current events and comedy, and listener estimates are not published. Based on rating volume and the daily schedule, the show is estimated at 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, which is an estimate and not a published figure. The feed shows no named sponsors in recent episodes, so there is no visible host-read ad history.
Brands seeking mass-reach adult audiences in entertainment, media or consumer categories may find this show a fit, with an estimated host-read rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode. Brands with strict family-friendly requirements should review episode content before booking.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The D.L. Hughley Show can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The D.L. Hughley Show
How much does The D.L. Hughley Show charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read rates are about $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on ad placement and the show's booking terms.
What is The D.L. Hughley Show about?
The show is a daily comedy and news commentary podcast hosted by D.L. Hughley. It covers politics, current events, pop culture, sports and social justice in an irreverent style.
How do I contact The D.L. Hughley Show about sponsoring an episode?
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