Affion Crockett

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  1. Full EP | Pilot trial “Straight to the Gate” starting at Boston Airport; Man helps wife from multiple attackers; Comedian Affion Crockett joins DLHS crew; Five feelings women only understand; and More

    May 21

    Full EP | Pilot trial “Straight to the Gate” starting at Boston Airport; Man helps wife from multiple attackers; Comedian Affion Crockett joins DLHS crew; Five feelings women only understand; and More

    The show kicks off with a mix of sharp political commentary and trending headlines, including a new “straight to the gate” travel pilot in Boston that lets passengers clear TSA security miles away from the airport before being shuttled directly to their flights—part of a broader push to reduce long airport lines and streamline travel. Meanwhile, the “Question of the Day” sparks a heated debate after a viral incident where a husband stepped in to defend his wife from multiple attackers, with listeners split between praising his protection and questioning the limits of self-defense in public altercations, a conversation the team leans into with humor and strong opinions.   Later, comedian Affion Crockett joins the show, bringing insight and laughs as he talks about navigating comedy in today’s sensitive climate, staying authentic on social media, and balancing humor with respect—reflecting his broader career in stand-up, film, and independent projects rooted in hip-hop culture. The episode rounds out with lighter moments, including a relatable breakdown of “five feelings women only understand,” from the pain of stylish shoes to the freedom of taking off a bra after a long day, giving the show its signature mix of humor, culture, and everyday truth.   Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-dl-hughley-show  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min
  2. I Spent Years Forcing Relationships… Here’s What I Learned ft. Affion Crockett

    Apr 15

    I Spent Years Forcing Relationships… Here’s What I Learned ft. Affion Crockett

    Shout out to the sponsor of this episode Tonal. Right now, Tonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase. Just go to tonal.com and use promo code LOVERS. Big love to the sponsor of this episode, Masterclass. Right now, our listeners get an additional 15% off any MasterClass annual membership at https://www.masterclass.com/lovers  ——————— In this episode of Lovers, I sit down with Affion Crockett for a conversation about love, timing, and what it really takes to build a relationship that works. Affion is actually part of my own love story. He’s the reason Jared and I met. But in this conversation, we turn the lens on him. Now in his 50s, after years of dating, therapy, and the loss of his father, Affion shares that he finally feels clear on what he’s looking for in a partner, and what he’s no longer willing to force. For a long time, he believed in the idea that if you try hard enough, you can make a relationship work. But watching his father spend years in an unhappy marriage, and ultimately pass away still carrying that weight, changed how he sees love completely. We talk about why some relationships aren’t meant to work no matter how much effort you put in, why “happy wife, happy life” doesn’t always lead to real fulfillment, and what it looks like to pursue a relationship that actually adds to your life instead of draining it. This isn’t a story about giving up on love. It’s about getting honest about what love should feel like, and having the clarity to wait for the right fit. If you’ve ever tried to make something work that just didn’t click, or wondered if it’s too late to find the kind of relationship you really want, this episode is for you. Want to manifest a love that FEELS exactly as you’ve always dreamt it would (in your wildest dreams)? Get specific with that language using our LOVERS feelings wheel + Romantic Wishlist worksheet https://www.loversbyshan.com/resource/the-feelings-wheel---newsletter-subscribers-only   Follow Affion CrockettInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/affioncrockett/Watch A Hip-Hop Story Now → https://www.ahiphopstory.com/  Want more Lover?Receive the weekly Love Letter → http://loversbyshan.com/newsletterJoin the Lovers Community → https://www.loversbyshan.com/communityExplore quizzes and worksheets → http://loversbyshan.com/quizzes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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