The Trey Gowdy Podcast

This week, Trey sits down with Executive Director of Georgetown University's Institute of Politics and Public Service, Mo Elleithee as they share thoughts of contrast without conflict. Mo argues that there's an increase in ideological "filter bubbles," that are influencing stronger socio-economic division. Plus, Trey and Mo share their tell-tale sign of guessing someone's political party affiliation. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey shares his thoughts on the attachment of Amendments to congressional and federal bills. Trey reveals what Founding Fathers he would invite over for dinner and the questions he would ask and later tackles a question about the government and society's response to violence and the fragility of life. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Ben Carson as he provides a glimpse into his childhood and early adult life. Dr. Ben and Trey revel in the immeasurable value of education and Dr. Ben shares anecdotes from his forthcoming book Created Equal: The Painful Past, Confusing Present, and Hopeful Future of Race in America. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with PGA Tour golfer, Kevin Kisner as he shares his passion outside of golf; philanthropy. Plus, Kevin shares how he mentally prepares for a tournament and reveals some admirable and annoying mannerisms of his fellow competitors, on the golf course. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Q & Trey, Trey sheds light on some of the legal reasoning for the original Roe v. Wade decision, giving listeners context for what may happen should the court overturn the decision later this year. Plus, Trey explains the downsides to when unelected officials unilaterally expand the scope of their jobs, as well as some advice for recent college graduates. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey shares his thoughts on the evolving status of student loan forgiveness. Trey shares two fundamental principles to keep in mind when experiencing transformative moments in life: "What brings you joy?" and "never settle." Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey revisits a conversation with the Aunt of murder-victim Tamika Huston, Rebka Howard, to discuss Tamika's 2004 disappearance and murder. Rebka details her persistence with law enforcement and the media to ensure Tamika's case received the national spotlight it deserves. Later, Trey and Rebka discuss racial disparities in media coverage of missing person's cases. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey shares his take on the status of open borders and illegal immigration in America. Trey reminisces the beginning moments of his life-long friendship with Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) and later answers a question that will always be asked, "What is impeachment?" Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with the Host of The Faulkner Focus and Outnumbered on the FOX News Channel, Harris Faulkner as she shares memories from her life built on faith, purpose, and beauty. Plus, Harris reflects on her upbringing in a military family and Sundays in Church. Later, Harris shares how her faith is the catalyst for the woman she is today. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains the logic behind a democratic republic and its role in American elections. Trey reveals the songs on his playlist and how they symbolize the various seasons of his life. Later, Trey celebrates the true host of Q&Trey, Mary-Langston's birthday. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with American Football player and author of Mission Possible, Tim Tebow, to share his story of faith, love, and hope. Plus, Tim shares the peace in knowing that although he may not always understand the ways of the world, God does. Later, Tim offers invaluable advice for young people finding their way. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Q&Trey, Trey recaps Scottie Scheffler's Masters win and shares his favorite Easter traditions as well as the Bible verses on the story of Easter that mean the most to him. Later, Trey breaks down some of the myths regarding gun control and sheds light on what he believes is the most effective way to curb gun violence. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with anchor of FOX News @ Night and host of the Livin' The Bream podcast, Shannon Bream, to examine faith and discernment in preparation for one of the holiest days of the year in the Christian faith. Plus, Shannon shares the inspiration for her latest book, The Mothers and Daughters of The Bible Speak. Later, Shannon discusses the innerworkings of the Supreme Court. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains why he believes there's a disconnect in the public's understanding of the criminal justice system. Later, Trey shares his pride in his beloved South Carolina Gamecocks Women's basketball team and explains the influence of bipartisan relations on Supreme Court Justice confirmations. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey breaks down what he believes the federal government can do to help stem the rising tide of violent crime. Drawing on his background as a Federal Prosecutor, he explains why understanding the interconnectivity between state and federal crimes could be key to solving this issue. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Q & Trey, Trey gives insights into the processes of giving and receiving political endorsements and explains why it is very rare that someone is endorsed merely because they deserve it. Later, he gives an inside look at how members of Congress socialize and get along with one another outside of work. Then, uses his background as a scratch golfer to analyze and predict how The Masters may play out next week. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH), to discuss how his background as a wrestling coach has helped him during his time in Congress. Congressman Jordan weighs in on everything from fighting back against Big Tech censorship, big government, and specifically what Republicans will do if they win back the House during the 2022 midterms. Plus, Jordan sheds light on whether President Trump may run again in 2024. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, with the negative and tragic headlines saturating the news, Trey decides that now is a better time than ever to revisit his tips for how to live a joyful life. Plus, drawing on the example of Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) Trey ponders what sort of qualities we should look for in our leaders. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, as the Senate holds hearings for the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, Trey revisits a previous episode from the last Supreme Court confirmation hearings. Here, Trey explains why the Supreme Court has become a "cultural background," and why modern Supreme Court hearings have become so contentious. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains why the Biden Administration was able to halt the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline, and what it would take for construction to begin again. Later, Trey breaks down why Congress did not have a say in the Iran deal, as well as some of the faults of the agreement. Plus, Trey explains how he would run the front office if he oversaw the Dallas Cowboys. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey ponders what line Russia would have to cross in order for the U.S. to get involved militarily in Ukraine. Drawing on the wisdom of Winston Churchill and military veterans, Trey wonders whether or not some acts that Russia has already committed might be enough. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Q & Trey, Trey explains how it would serve American interests to become energy independent and why the US is no longer buying oil from Russia. Later, Trey breaks down the complex nature of identifying what is considered an act of war and elaborates on the difficulties of selecting a jury for high-profile cases. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), to discuss everything from what it means to lead, to becoming the first woman elected to the Senate in Tennessee. Plus, Senator Blackburn sheds light on why the confirmation process of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett became so partisan. Later, the Senator gives her insight into Russia's war on Ukraine and gives a simple solution as to how the U.S. can stop relying on Russian oil imports. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re revisiting an episode from May 2021, where Trey examined the interworkings of a news cycle. Following a week where the United States faced growing troubles in Afghanistan, a gasoline shortage, a pandemic, and ongoing tensions at the U.S. Southern border, the media primarily focused on the ousting of Representative Liz Cheney from her post as the Chair of the House Republican Conference. Trey examined the media's agenda, and whether Americans should care about "the third highest-ranking person in the minority party." Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Q&Trey, Trey breaks down why he believes America needs to step up and lead in the face of Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. He also breaks down what world leaders can do to deter Russia's aggression. Plus, Trey touches on some of the faults of the U.S. immigration system as well as why he believes the media was erroneous in their coverage of the Benghazi report. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, Trey breaks down his thoughts on the Russian invasion of Ukraine and questions whether the U.S. has done, or is doing enough to prevent further atrocities from occurring. Later, he breaks down President Biden’s Supreme Court Nominee as well as his State of the Union Address. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey breaks down how our judicial system truly is run by the people, as he explains the role of jurors. Plus, he also revisits memories from his first TV interview. Later, Trey answers a question on many of our minds, about his lovely Q & Trey co-host, Mary-Langston. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with the Mother of a child lost to addiction, Carroll Easterling. She tells the heartbreaking story of how she lost her son and what she is now doing to help others facing that same battle. Later, she gives advice to anyone with family or friends that may be struggling with addiction and explains what they can do to help. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey gives the inside scoop on how Congressional offices address the needs of their constituents. Plus, he breaks down golfer Jordan Speith's life-threatening shot at Pebble Beach, and whether Trey would have taken the shot. Later, Trey breaks down the power the Supreme Court and the Speaker's office actually have. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey sits down with the Anchor and Executive Editor of The Story on the FOX News Channel, and the host of The Untold Story podcast, Martha MacCallum. Martha shares her career journey to the FOX News Channel, whom she would most like to interview next, and the importance of recognizing your own perspective while covering a story. Later, Martha and Trey share a poignant moment. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Q & Trey, Trey breaks down what happens to juveniles who commit serious crimes before they turn 18, as well as if there is a possibility the parents can be charged too. Then Trey shares his honest opinion on why he still feels that the media coverage of the Benghazi report did not accurately reflect the magnitude of the issue and discusses the effects of redistricting. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with the Head Coach of the University of South Carolina Football team, Shane Beamer. Coach Beamer discusses his successful first season in Columbia, South Carolina, which saw him win the FWAA First-Year Coach of the Year award. Coach Beamer discusses what it was like growing up around football as his father, Frank Beamer, was the Head Coach of Virginia Tech for 29 years. Later, Coach Beamer weighs in on the future of the SEC, and his time working under college coaching heavyweights such as Steve Spurrier, Lincoln Reilly, and Kirby Smart. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains why he believes the United States may face a labor shortage and breaks down how redistricting will affect this year's midterm elections. Later, Trey explains his motivation behind transitioning from Congress to hosting a podcast and a television show. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) to discuss everything from what it takes to make it as a Navy SEAL, to how he ended up in Congress, and the inside stories of what it is like to serve. Plus, Rep. Crenshaw gives his honest take on many of the negatives of the modern political arena, and how he manages to navigate them to best serve his constituents. Follow Trey On Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains why Election Day isn’t a federal holiday, and whether that can be changed and explains the motives behind attorney generals who are soft on crime. Later, Trey explains what sort of mental health programs prisons can offer their inmates, and how effective they can be in making a positive change in that person’s life. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey breaks down why the Voting Rights Act is a misleading name for what is actually in the bill and sheds light on common misconceptions of what voting in America is like. Then, Trey draws an unlikely comparison between a challenge shared by both the criminal justice system and by those voting in America. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains how the Department of Justice monitors the FBI to ensure it is acting ethically and describes why the U.S. changed Senatorial elections to be done via the popular vote. Later, Trey breaks down what the Department of Justice can and cannot do to make sure that local law enforcement jurisdictions enforce all laws. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey sits down with the Anchor of FOX News @ Night and Host of the Livin’ The Bream podcast, Shannon Bream, to discuss her faith journey and why faith plays such an important role in her life. Plus, Shannon shares some of her favorite stories from her time at the FOX News Channel. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey breaks down who is most affected when prosecutors decide what laws they enforce and which ones they don’t. Then, Trey reflects on his own experience to give advice to a future law student. Plus, Trey explains how his Congressional office found the best ways to serve all of their constituents. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey weighs in on why it is so important people are reminded that the United States is a Republic and not a direct Democracy. He also shares why he believes the Electoral College is so important and why the policies of New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg, are as undemocratic as it gets. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains how he stays grateful and attempts to project kindness in all aspects of his life, and shares his take on why the tone of political conversation looks a lot different between everyday Americans and what is portrayed in the media. Later, he gives his nuanced opinion on what proper immigration reform would look like. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Trey revisits his perennial message for the new year. Trey reflects on New Year’s Eve, new beginnings, and the idea of hope on the horizon. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains how golf is one of many universal languages of peace and shares thoughts on assigning grades to define, not only the year but political administrations. Later, Mary-Langston shares with Trey how she's searching for the word she wants to encapsulate the upcoming year. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey answers questions about music, bipartisan relationships, and philosophy. He also highlights the importance of being prepared in life and knowing who you are. Later, Trey shares great advice as we prepare to enter 2022. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey answers questions about the political and cultural direction of America, in 2022. He also expresses his thoughts on how Senator Joe Manchin's (D-WV) refusal to accept the Build Back Better bill will impact law-making decisions within individual political parties. Later, Trey turns the tables on Mary Langston and asks her what she wants for Christmas. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey has a thought-provoking conversation with Congressional Reporter for POLITICO, Olivia Beavers. Olivia focuses on House Republicans and GOP leadership and discusses why she enjoys her job and shares what inspired her to be a journalist. Later, Olivia explains why fairness in reporting is vital to the integrity of journalism and why trust is important during an interview. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey explains why he believes the President doesn't use the line-item veto on bills, because lawmakers add certain provisions to compromise on legislation in order to get the bill passed. He also expresses his thoughts on allowing cameras in the courtroom. Later, Trey shares his book recommendations for the holiday season. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey sits down with the sixth McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University, Robert George. They discuss Robert's many achievements including earning twenty-two honorary doctorates. Later, Robert shares his book recommendations for people who want to learn how to think critically. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey shares his thoughts on the death penalty and explains how he gets people to be reasonable with each other. Later, Trey and Mary-Langston share places they want to go to that they've never been to and Trey discusses the current state of journalism. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Trey sits down with Louisiana State University Head Women's Basketball Coach, Kim Mulkey, to talk about her leaving Baylor University for a brand new challenge at LSU. Kim also talks about how she feels her coaching style has changed over the years. Later, Trey asks Coach Mulkey about some officials' calls in previous games to see how she felt about them at the time and how she feels about them now. Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices