The Trey Gowdy Podcast

What's going to happen with former Special Counsel Jack Smith's judiciary deposition? Trey answers a listener question on the Office of Special Counsel's investigation. He also shares his disappointment in his favorite teams this college football and NFL season. Plus, Trey gives his book recommendations for the new year and shares a glimpse into his sequel of The Color of Death. Learn more about y...

Trey is joined by Former Biden White House Advisor Yemisi Egbewole, a young woman whose path through Washington gives her a rare view of how power, influence, and people truly intersect. From working behind the scenes of the Biden administration to joining notable television networks as a Democratic strategist, Yemisi has seen the political system from angles most never do.  Trey and Yemisi dive i...

A New Year comes with new questions, and there's no shortage of headlines to dominate the early days of 2026.  Trey weighs in on the legal road ahead for former Venezuelan president, Nicolás Maduro, breaking down his legal proceedings and what potential outcomes are on the table. He also reflects on the state of the judicial system and the steps needed to restore public trust.  Learn more about yo...

As 2026 begins, Trey reflects on moments from his past that shaped his understanding of American power, sacrifice, and leadership. He contrasts painful chapters like Iran and Afghanistan with recent operations in Venezuela that showcased careful planning, strong intelligence, and decisive execution. Trey closes by honoring the often-unseen men and women of the intelligence community and military,...

Happy New Year! Trey is taking a moment to look back at a few listener questions that sparked conversation, debate, and a few laughs throughout 2025. It’s a chance to revisit moments that stood out and remember why curious questions are the foundation for understanding and growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the final Tuesday of 2025, Trey pauses to reflect before turning the page to a new year. With new questions and moments ahead, he revisits a handful of conversations that encapsulate this past year. It’s a moment to look back with perspective, appreciate the voices that shaped the year, and prepare for the conversations to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

Merry Christmas! On this holiday encore, Trey revisits a thoughtful conversation with New York Times best-selling author and Harvard professor Arthur Brooks about how happiness is understood, measured, and often misunderstood across cultures.  They explore common barriers to experiencing happiness, and how faith, purpose and “working on the soul” help remove them. Learn more about your ad choices....

This holiday season, Trey revisits a thoughtful conversation with Senior Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Houston, Dr. Ben Young. Together, they reflect on the Christmas Story through a theological lens, exploring the meaning behind Christ’s humble birth, the faith of Mary and Joseph, and why those details still matter today. Their conversation also looks ahead to the New Year, offering perspect...

Trey answers the final set of listener questions for 2025! He examines the slayer statute and whether Nick Reiner will be entitled to an inheritance, plus he shares his solution for decorum returning to Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“The world is flawed, and it is imperfect, but we should not surrender to that.” Trey reflects on the recent acts of violence that overtook the weekend during what is supposed to be a season of joy and family, forcing a hard look at human cruelty and callousness.  He contrasts the darkness with moments of courage and sacrifice, reminding us that decency still exists, often in unexpected places. Le...

It's December, which means it's almost time for the final questions of the year. Trey answers about the redistricting process and shares the top questions he would ask Special Counsel Jack Smith if given the opportunity. Plus, Trey reflects on the end of the 2025 College Football season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"How often should I forgive someone who sins against me?" Mercy is powerful, but it also raises difficult questions about gratitude and choice. Trey reflects on forgiveness as both a gift and a responsibility, intersecting a modern political moment and a timeless biblical parable about grace and gratitude. He implores listeners to consider how mercy should shape our outcomes, and the choices that...

Hello December!  Trey answers questions on the evolution of the Republican Party, the DC National Guard shooting and the final touchdown in the South Carolina Gamecocks 2025 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"It is doubtful anyone is going to pay you to sit around and think. And yet, it is one of the most important traits we can develop." Trey reflects on a Thanksgiving weekend filled with family debates, football, and unexpected lessons, and uses it as a springboard into a larger conversation about philosophy. He encourages asking honest questions, listening closely, and weighing ideas before accepti...

This Thanksgiving, Trey takes a look back at one of his favorite conversations, a thoughtful discussion with New York Times best-selling author and Harvard professor Arthur Brooks, about what truly drives human happiness. Together, they explore whether money can influence joy, how to distinguish pride from confidence, and why moments of unhappiness can be just as important as moments of joy.  Lear...

In celebration of Thanksgiving and the kickoff to the holiday season, Trey sits down with his good friend Clinical Psychologist, Kevin Gilliland, Psy. D  for a conversation on how to prepare for the holidays mentally and emotionally. They discuss navigating grief, uncomfortable conversations and finding joy and gratitude in the midst of it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

“You are in essence surrendering your majority.” Trey explains why the rarely used discharge petition became the center of an internal GOP fight, and why it sparked questions about transparency, consistency, and selective outrage. He also discusses why he believes releasing investigative files is no substitute for real prosecutions and clarifies how lawyers are disciplined by state bars. Plus, Tre...

Trey reflects on a full-circle moment as he watches his son take the oath to join the South Carolina Bar. He uses that moment to highlight his concerns about political favoritism in the state’s judicial system. Plus, he shares his weekend on the golf course with President Trump and offers his own perspective on questions about the president’s health. Trey closes by addressing the Epstein files and...

"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 s...

"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 importan...

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 h...

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 perspec...

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

“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 app...

"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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...