No one at Reach Media is commenting as of yet, but all indicators are... well... indicating that actor/stand-up comedian D.L. Hughley is in the final stages of preparation for the launch of a syndicated afternoon radio show, reportedly replacing Skip Murphy. As we previously reported, Murphy and co-host Jasmine Sanders replaced Michael Baisden earlier this year. It's important to note that Hughley does have previous radio experience, thanks to an earlier stint doing mornings at former Emmis Urban AC WKRS/New York. As far as Hughley's new show being some big secret, all we can say is that he was openly sharing details about the project during a recent appearance on the syndicated Artie Lange Show, telling Lange he was still shopping for a female co-host. Rumors are also swirling that Hughley, accompanied by sidekick/comedian Steve Wilson will "soft-launch" the new show next Monday, August 12. We anxiously await the official confirmation from Reach Media.
Hughley is not only hilarious, he's quite intelligent. I'd love to listen to that show.
