The Trey Gowdy Podcast

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Q & Trey: A Sword and a Shield Nov 13, 2025

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"If it is gone, human nature tells you someone in power is not going to voluntarily give that power up."

Trey answers a follow-up question about whether a future Senate could ever reinstate a filibuster and explains why, in practice, once the 60-vote rule is gone it is unlikely to return. He uses history, Senate precedent, and even a lesson from Sparta to show how the filibuster serves as both a shield and a limit on majority power. Trey also recommends a favorite myth-inspired novel and offers practical advice for frustrated sports fans navigating YouTube TV’s carriage dispute.

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Lessons From Election Night 2025 Nov 11, 2025

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"I view last Tuesday night as something tantamount to a mock trial for the GOP."
Trey breaks down what last week's election results reveal about the Republican Party’s message and strategy heading into the 2026 Midterms. He reflects on why traditional GOP priorities like crime and border security failed to resonate with voters this election cycle, the risks of political infighting, and the importance of humility and authenticity in leadership.

Trey also calls on Republicans to focus less on ambition and more on governing with decency and compassion

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Q & Trey: Finding Balance in Politics and Patience Nov 06, 2025

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Trey answers listener questions about the future of the filibuster, explaining why the Senate’s 60-vote rule protects against one-party control and encourages compromise, even if it frustrates presidents from both parties. He also discusses what happens if an elected official dies before taking office and closes with a heartfelt defense of South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer, praising his hard work, humility, and determination to build a winning program.

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Strive, Don’t Settle Nov 04, 2025

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Trey reflects on the importance of character and accountability in leadership, calling out the entitlement and misconduct that have made headlines in South Carolina politics. He contrasts that behavior with the humility and hard work of public servants who go unnoticed, and reminds listeners that we should never settle for representatives who fail to lead with decency.

Trey also shares his perspective on the ongoing government shutdown and why Americans deserve better from those elected to keep government running.

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Q & Trey: Controlling The Spotlight Oct 30, 2025

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Trey explains why Republican efforts to reopen the government haven’t gained more traction, pointing to the power of the media to decide which stories get attention. He also answers questions on immigration enforcement and what defines a criminal in the eyes of the law, and ends on a lighter note about his lifelong loyalty t o the South Carolina Gamecocks.

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Time Does Not Stand Still Oct 28, 2025

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“Life really is a compilation of your decisions, including the ones you regret and wish you could do over.”

Trey reflects on life, time, and the value of accepting where we are instead of longing to go back. After a round of golf with friends and his son, he shares how aging brings both peace and perspective. Trey reminds listeners that contentment comes not from rewriting the past, but from appreciating the moments still left to live.

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Q & Trey: Reasoned Passion Oct 23, 2025

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"Anger is your enemy. Fear is your enemy. Lack of preparation is your enemy."

Trey answers questions on preparation and timing, highlighting his own time in both Congress and the courtroom, as well as Arch Manning's college football performance so far this season.

Plus, Trey shares his insight on the ongoing government shutdown.

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Who Do You Blame? Oct 21, 2025

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Trey takes a hard look at South Carolina’s criminal justice system, using his home state as an example of how politics, policy, and priorities shape public safety. He explains why prosecutors face impossible caseloads, how judges are chosen, and what it really means to be tough on crime.

Trey also closes with a personal reflection on his longtime friend, former DNI and current CIA Director John Ratcliffe.

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Q & Trey: Order In The Court (And On The Field) Oct 16, 2025

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"Technically, the chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court does not have to be a lawyer."

This week, Trey explains how it's possible for a judge to not need a law degree. He answers questions on whether state and local leaders can interfere with federal law enforcement, and weighs in on how college sports are changing under the new NIL era.

Plus, Trey shares a hopeful update on last episode's conversation about living with balance issues - and the importance of finding help when an illness feels invisible.

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Living With An Invisible Illness Oct 14, 2025

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"It's a non-fatal disease that can actually wreck your life."

Trey sits down with the Director of the Vestibular Program in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina, Dr. Habib Rizk, to uncover the power of the vestibular system - the tiny network inside your head that helps you balance, move, and navigate the world.

They discuss what happens when the vestibular system malfunctions, leading to debilitating, and often misunderstood vestibular disorders. Trey and Dr. Rizk also dissect the challenges of diagnosing these invisible illnesses and why awareness, empathy, and patient advocacy matter more than ever.

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