The Drive with Trey Radel

THIRD HOUR - This full hour of The Drive with Trey Radel features political strategist Ford O’Connell joining Trey for an in-depth discussion on national politics and the upcoming elections . The conversation covers the current political climate, voter sentiment, key battleground states, messaging strategies, and what both parties are signaling as election season intensifies. Trey and Ford break d...

On this episode of The Drive with Trey Radel , Trey opens the show by talking about his experience hosting the nationally syndicated Glenn Beck Program , sharing behind-the-scenes insights, what it’s like filling in on a major national platform, and how the conversation differs when the audience expands coast to coast. In the second half of the show, the microphones open up for Free Style Friday ,...

THIRD HOUR - WINK News Safety and Security Specialist Rich Kolko joins Trey Radel to provide an in-depth briefing on the missing fishermen off the Southwest Florida coast . Rich breaks down the timeline, search efforts, investigative handoff, and what key details matter most as authorities work to determine what happened. The discussion focuses on maritime safety, search-and-rescue realities, and...

HOUR TWO - This hour of The Drive with Trey Radel takes a hard look at the growing Minnesota fraud scandals and how they exposed massive government failures and lack of oversight. Trey also breaks down the newly proposed WALZ Act in Congress , what it aims to do, and why critics say it expands bureaucracy instead of fixing the real problems.   #MinnesotaFraud #WALZAct #GovernmentFailure #Congress...

THIRD HOUR:  Christopher Briggs joins Trey Radel for an in-depth discussion on the current U.S. health insurance system and why it continues to fail consumers. The conversation focuses on Obamacare, its real-world impacts, rising costs, limited choices, and why many Americans feel trapped in a broken system.   #HealthInsurance #Obamacare #HealthcareReform #TheDrive #TreyRadel #FoxNews925 #Conserva...

SECOND HOUR -  Trey discusses filling in for Glenn Beck on 12/29 , what listeners can expect, and the significance of stepping into a nationally recognized time slot. The hour also includes a recap of the Southwest Florida missing boater mystery , reviewing the latest developments and unanswered questions surrounding the case.  #TheDrive #TreyRadel #FoxNews925 #GlennBeck #RadioTalk #SouthwestFlori...

FIRST HOUR - Trey covers the heartbreaking update out of Southwest Florida , as the U.S. Coast Guard suspends the search for missing fishermen Randall Spivey and Brandon Billmaier , last seen heading out on a fishing trip roughly 70 miles offshore . Trey walks through the timeline of events, the discovery of the vessel, the expanding search efforts, and the transition of the case as the FBI assume...

THIRD HOUR - Trey breaks down Australia’s renewed push for gun bans and mandatory buybacks following a mass shooting, examining what measures are being proposed and how they compare to past Australian gun policies. The discussion looks at public safety claims, civil liberties concerns, and what lessons—if any—apply to the U.S. gun debate.  #AustraliaGunBan #GunBuyback #GunPolicy #MassShooting #Sec...

SECOND HOUR -  Trey takes a hard look at tolls, water assessments, and taxes, explaining why these “temporary” government charges never go away and how they reflect long-term government failure and lack of accountability. The hour then opens up with Freestyle Friday , as listeners call in to weigh in on these issues and anything else on their minds.   #TheDrive #TreyRadel #FoxNews925 #Taxes #Tolls...

FIRST HOUR - It’s Freestyle Friday on The Drive with Trey Radel as Trey opens the phones for open lines , letting listeners sound off on politics, current events, and whatever topics are on their minds. No script, no agenda—just real conversations and strong opinions from Southwest Florida and beyond.  #FreestyleFriday #OpenLines #TheDrive #TreyRadel #FoxNews925 #TalkRadio #CallInShow #Conservativ...

THIRD HOUR Trey sits down with Ford O’Connell for a frank and fast-paced political discussion. O’Connell — a well-known conservative media voice from Southwest Florida and former Trump White House and Campaign Surrogate — breaks down the latest national political shifts and what they mean heading into 2025. They also touch on sports, culture, and the broader mood of the country as Ford brings his...

FIRST HOUR - Trey breaks down President Trump’s latest speech , offering reflections on the key moments, tone, and political implications. The phones open up as listeners weigh in with reactions, praise, criticism, and their take on what the speech means heading into upcoming elections.   #TrumpSpeech #CallInShow #TheDrive #TreyRadel #FoxNews925 #ConservativeTalk #PoliticalAnalysis #TalkRadio  Sta...

THIRD HOUR -  Dr. Jon F. Strohmeyer, MD joins Trey to discuss the 2025 Candlelight Christmas Carols , now moving to Baker Park , and what attendees can expect after last year’s overwhelming success. The conversation covers event details, the new layout, and the addition of food and beverage trucks stationed in the park’s entrance circle as preparations ramp up for an even bigger celebration.   #Ca...

 Trey is joined by Tom McClure for a deep dive into Florida property taxes and the growing movement to eliminate property taxes on homesteaded properties . They discuss how the proposal would work, who benefits, potential consequences for local governments, and what it means for homeowners across the state.  #FloridaPropertyTaxes #HomesteadExemption #FloridaPolitics #TaxReform #TheDrive #TreyRadel...

FIRST HOUR -  Trey breaks down the allegations involving Cape Coral City Council member Rachel Kaduk , who has been accused of DUI, and discusses what is known so far, the legal process ahead, and how this could impact public trust and local governance. The conversation focuses on accountability, transparency, and how elected officials are held to a higher standard.  #CapeCoral #LocalPolitics #DUI...

On this episode of The Drive with Trey Radel , Trey breaks down voter ID laws across the United States and explains how dramatically the rules vary from state to state. From strict photo ID requirements to states that allow voting with little or no identification, Trey walks listeners through what the law actually says versus how the issue is often portrayed in the media. The discussion covers why...

On this episode of The Drive with Trey Radel , Trey breaks down the terror attack in Sydney , focusing on what is currently known, how authorities are responding, and what early details suggest about motive and method. As information continues to develop, Trey examines the security posture in major Western cities , warning signs that are often missed, and the policy failures that leave civilians e...

On this episode of The Drive with Trey Radel , Trey tackles the often-used — and often weaponized — phrase “acting presidential.” What does it really mean, who defines it, and why is it almost always applied differently depending on political party? Trey compares Donald Trump’s style and behavior with that of previous presidents from both parties, highlighting actions, rhetoric, and decisions that...

THIRD HOUR - On this episode of The Drive with Trey Radel , Trey breaks down the growing debate over mid-decade redistricting and why it has suddenly become a national political flashpoint. The discussion covers how redistricting traditionally works, why altering district maps outside the normal census cycle is controversial, and how both parties use redistricting as a tool to gain or protect poli...

SECOND HOUR - On this episode of The Drive with Trey Radel , Trey takes a deep dive into one of the most important questions of the decade: Should artificial intelligence be regulated, or should innovation be allowed to run free? As AI rapidly transforms business, media, national security, and everyday life, the political debate over government involvement is heating up fast. The discussion explor...

FIRST HOUR - On this episode of The Drive with Trey Radel , Trey opens the show with a forward-looking discussion on AI-driven music creation , exploring how artificial intelligence is now capable of generating music from raw tracks, reshaping the creative industry, and raising serious questions about originality, ownership, and the future of human artistry. In the second half of the program, Trey...

THIRD HOUR In this episode of The Drive with Trey Radel , Trey breaks down reports of Jasmine Crockett eyeing a run in Texas and what it could mean for the state’s political landscape. Then we dive into America’s growing affordable housing crisis — why it’s happening, who’s responsible, and what’s coming next.   #TreyRadel #TheDrive #TexasPolitics #JasmineCrockett #AffordableHousing #HousingCrisis...

FIRST HOUR - It’s Free Style Friday on The Drive with Trey Radel as Trey opens the mic for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest political stories of the day, current events, and whatever topics are driving the national conversation. No script, no filter — just sharp analysis, strong opinions, and real talk. HASHTAGS: #FreeStyleFriday #TheDrive #TreyRadel #FoxNews925 #ConservativeTalk #Politica...

HOUR TWO -  It’s Free Style Friday on The Drive with Trey Radel as Trey opens the mic for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest political stories of the day, current events, and whatever topics are driving the national conversation. No script, no filter — just sharp analysis, strong opinions, and real talk.   #FreeStyleFriday #TheDrive #TreyRadel #FoxNews925 #ConservativeTalk #PoliticalTalk #Ta...

THIRD HOUR - Trey takes a hard look at how LGBTQ individuals are treated across various Middle Eastern nations, contrasting U.S. political rhetoric with the real-world consequences faced in countries with harsh, often theocratic legal systems. The discussion highlights the imprisonment, persecution, and even capital punishment that LGBTQ people face under these regimes. Trey challenges listeners t...