Uncertain with DL Hughley

DL Hughley
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Sharp jokes. Uncomfortable truths. Zero patience for performative outrage. The only thing I'm certain about is I don't really know s***.

  1. 3D AGO

    The "Smartest People" Were the Easiest to Fool

    In this episode of Uncertain, DL Hughley and the crew break down why Spirit Airlines might be the purest reflection of modern America: chaotic, underfunded, loud, and somehow still functioning. From “you get there when you get there” customer service to aisle fights, baggage fees, and airport survival stories, DL explains why flying Spirit feels less like air travel and more like entering a televised social experiment. What starts with an unusually quiet Cinco de Mayo in Los Angeles spirals into conversations about cable-news chaos, viral political arguments, internet experts suffering from the Dunning-Kruger effect, and why everybody suddenly thinks yelling on television counts as intelligence. The conversation then turns serious as DL dives into celebrity political influence, the erosion of voting rights, and America’s long history of using famous Black voices to help sell policies that ultimately hurt Black communities. From Stephen A. Smith and Killer Mike to Nixon-era politics, Reagan, Clarence Thomas, and the backlash to Barack Obama, DL argues that the country keeps repeating the same playbook while pretending each version is brand new. Along the way, he reflects on Ted Turner’s legacy, why cable news became professional wrestling, and what happens when a nation stops learning from history and starts treating dysfunction like entertainment. This episode is sponsored by Hims: Start your weight loss journey at http://www.hims.com/uncertain This episode is sponsored by Fast Growing Trees: Get 20% off your first purchase at http://www.fastgrowingtrees.com with code UNCERTAIN Sponsor Uncertain: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/uncertain Go see DL Hughley live: https://dlhughleygigs.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min

  2. MAY 1

    No Bad Soldiers, Only Bad Officers

    In this episode of Uncertain, DL Hughley borrows from Napoleon to diagnose what's wrong with this White House: there are no bad soldiers, only bad officers. And right now, the officers are cosplaying. DL breaks down Pete Hegseth running a war he can barely wear the uniform for, JD Vance lecturing the Pope, Linda McMahon bringing WWE energy to the Department of Education, and Kristi Noem getting walked after a $2 million makeup budget. The Peter Principle, live and in color. Then DL gets into the Iran conflict that was supposed to be quick—and why you can't run a simple war with simple minds. Plus: James Comey getting indicted over shells in the sand while the Epstein list stays buried, the FCC trying to muscle ABC, Bill Maher accepting the Mark Twain Award from a president actively trying to kill comedy, the strange Kirk widow press tour, and why anything with Trump's name on it is going to age like a Vanilla Ice album. This episode is sponsored by Hims: Start your weight loss journey at http://www.hims.com/uncertain Sponsor Uncertain: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/uncertain Go see DL Hughley Live: https://dlhughleygigs.com/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min

  3. APR 30

    Political Violence Is More American Than Apple Pie

    In this episode of Uncertain, DL Hughley breaks down why political violence isn't a glitch in the American system—it's the operating system. From Andrew Jackson getting jumped on the Capitol steps to the 13 attempts on Obama's life, DL takes you through a history this country tries hard to forget. He gets into King Charles coming to America to give us a civics lesson on a Constitution this administration treats like toilet paper, and what it says when an actual monarch has to remind us nobody is above the law. Then the conversation turns to the White House ballroom incident and why nothing about that night adds up—from the Secret Service walking past a man with a gun to Caroline Leavitt's eerie warning three days before. Plus: Russell Brand's casual confession to Megyn Kelly about a relationship with a teenager when he was 30, why legality isn't morality, Jim Jordan running Epstein oversight while named in a misconduct lawsuit, and why this administration cares more about firing comedians than releasing the Epstein list. This episode is sponsored by Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off your 90-day subscription starter kit at http://www.fatty15.com/uncertain — use code UNCERTAIN at checkout! This episode is sponsored by Kickoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just $1 at https://getkickoff.com/uncertain Sponsor Uncertain: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/uncertain Go see DL Hughley Live: https://dlhughleygigs.com/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min

  4. APR 23

    The Liquor Cabinet is Drunk on Power

    On this episode of Uncertain, DL Hughley breaks down Tucker Carlson’s sudden apology—and why the only people surprised by Trump were the ones who wanted to be. Then it goes off the rails. From Trump’s reported attempt to access nuclear codes to the DOJ trying to drop charges against Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, DL dives into what happens when power protects itself. The crew also gets into Kash Patel suing over reports of drinking on the job, RFK Jr.’s comments about “re-parenting” Black children, and why Sean Hannity suddenly found religion—but not accountability. It doesn’t stop there. DL unpacks Joe Rogan influencing policy from a podcast, Trump being called everything from the “chosen one” to the Antichrist, and a Defense Secretary quoting fake Bible verses like it’s real scripture. Add in AI replacing jobs, Palantir pushing mandatory service, and a system that feels like it’s breaking in real time—and the question becomes: is this dysfunction… or design? This episode is sponsored by PrizePicks: Download the PrizePicks app today and use code UNCERTAIN to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! This episode is sponsored by Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just $1 at https://getkickoff.com/uncertain Sponsor Uncertain: ⁠https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/uncertain⁠ Go see DL Hughley Live: ⁠ https://dlhughleygigs.com/ ⁠⁠https://www.dlanddl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min

  5. APR 15

    Trump Called Himself Jesus… And It’s Getting Worse

    On this episode of Uncertain with DL Hughley, DL breaks down Trump’s viral “Fake Jesus” moment—and why MAGA drawing the line at a cartoon says everything about where we are right now. DL gets into what Jesus actually looked like, what he actually stood for, and why Trump couldn’t be further from either. Then the conversation takes a serious turn. DL dives into the escalating conflict with Iran—why this isn’t Iraq or Afghanistan, how American hubris keeps putting us in the same situations, and what’s really at stake with the Strait of Hormuz, fertilizer shortages, and global food supply. And it only gets crazier from there… From viral “Lego” propaganda videos getting banned, to JD Vance lecturing the Pope on scripture, to the growing list of political hypocrisy—DL breaks down what’s really happening behind the headlines. Plus: Trump at a UFC fight during global tension The “DoorDash grandma” White House moment The Eric Swalwell controversy vs. Trump’s inner circle Why 80% of American women say they’d rather run into a bear than a man No filter. No spin. Just real talk. This episode is sponsored by Hims: Start your weight loss journey at http://www.hims.com/uncertain Sponsor Uncertain: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/uncertain Go see DL Hughley Live: https://dlhughleygigs.com/https://www.dlanddl.com This episode is sponsored by Fatty 15: Get 15% off your 90-day starter kit at http://www.fatty15.com/uncertain — use code UNCERTAIN at checkout!This episode is sponsored by PolicyGenius: Compare life insurance quotes for free at http://www.policygenius.com/uncertain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min

  6. APR 9

    The Truth Doesn't Care Who Tells It!!!

    In this episode we break down Donald Trump’s shocking Easter meltdown and the escalating conflict with Iran—including the threat that stunned the world and the fragile ceasefire that followed. DL dives into what the U.S. actually gained (or didn’t), the dangerous rise of misinformation, and why America might be looking more like a rogue nation than a global leader. We also get into Tucker Carlson calling out Trump, the controversy around not swearing in on the Bible, and what that says about power, religion, and accountability. Plus, Megan Kelly’s wild comments, the growing divide within MAGA, and why some Democrats are finally pushing back. DL breaks down Stephen A. Smith’s latest takes, the dangers of political distraction, and how media personalities shape public perception. We also talk Kanye’s continued fallout, cancel culture vs. accountability, and why some audiences forgive while others never forget. Plus: military spending vs. everyday Americans, Fox News’ rhetoric on homelessness, and why empathy seems to be disappearing from public discourse. And of course—DL keeps it real on everything from Chick-fil-A boycotts to Rob Schneider catching strays. This episode is sponsored by Fast Growing Trees: Get 20% off your first purchase at Fast Growing Trees! Go to http://www.fastgrowingtrees.com and use the offer code Uncertain! This episode is sponsored by Home Chef: Home Chef is the #1 rated meal kit company! Get 50% off and Free Shipping at http://www.homechef.com/uncertain Sponsor Uncertain: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/uncertain Go see DL Hughley Live: https://dlhughleygigs.com/https://www.dlanddl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 min

  7. APR 2

    Cognitive Dissonance: Candace be Real???

    In this episode we break down Stephen A. Smith’s latest blunder, the cognitive dissonance of trump supporters, Nick Cannon, Chili from TLC, Candace Owens, Bryon Noem's Cross Dressing Secret Life, Marco Rubio's oversized shows, Trump's Birthright Citizenship Supreme Court, the No Kings Protest, Tiger Wood's latest crash, Nick Fuentes, and how Democrats having courage is a sign of the apocalypse. This episode is sponsored by Home Chef: Home Chef is the #1 rated meal kit company! Get 50% off and Free Shipping at http://www.homechef.com/uncertain This episode is sponsored by Nic Nac Naturals: Get your Nic Nacs at http://www.nicnac.com/uncertain and use code UNCERTAIN for 20% off! Sponsor Uncertain: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/uncertain Go see DL Hughley Live: https://dlhughleygigs.com/https://www.dlanddl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min

  8. MAR 26

    The Dark Truth About Rogan & Schulz… And Who’s Paying For It

    In this episode we discuss DL’s unexpected run-in with Van Jones, Joe Rogan and Andrew Schulz’s influence on podcast culture, and whether the biggest voices in media are shaping reality—or being influenced themselves. DL also breaks down how misinformation is driving the war in Iran, why the SAVE Act may be designed to rig elections, Bill Maher getting snubbed by Trump, and how Charlemagne tha God’s role in all of this is starting to come into focus. We also get into why Stephen A. Smith might finally be right, how Markwayne Mullin ended up in power, Steve Bannon’s chilling predictions, the growing impact of podcast misinformation, and why it might be time to pull the plug on the parents from the Necessary Conversations podcast. Plus much more. This episode is sponsored by PrizePicks: Download the PrizePicks app today and use code UNCERTAIN to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! That’s code UNCERTAIN to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. It’s good to be right! This episode is sponsored by Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just a dollar at https://getkikoff.com/uncertain today. Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! This episode is sponsored by Policygenius: Go to https://www.policygenius.com and compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Sponsor Uncertain: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/uncertain Go see DL Hughley Live: https://dlhughleygigs.com/https://www.dlanddl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min
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Sharp jokes. Uncomfortable truths. Zero patience for performative outrage. The only thing I'm certain about is I don't really know s***.

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