The Trey Gowdy Podcast

Trey is joined by Eighth Circuit Solicitor and South Carolina Attorney General Candidate David Stumbo for a candid conversation about the South Carolina legal system. Drawing on their shared experience as prosecutors, they discuss the challenges of managing thousands of cases with limited court time and why "truth in sentencing" is necessary for victims to find closure. They also take a look at the unique way South Carolina selects its judges and why Solicitor Stumbo believes the current process needs to change as he seeks the office of Attorney General. 
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Trey answers listener questions on how missing person cases actually work, debunking the "mythical" 24-hour waiting period for investigators. He also shares a lighter look into his life at home, from his passion for college sports to the thematic naming process of his family's dogs.

Plus, Trey shares a special birthday tribute to his daughter, Abigail! 
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Drawing on his experience as a former prosecutor, Trey breaks down why he feels the legal handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case has been "inexplicably bad." He explains the legal mechanics of a criminal conspiracy and why the inclusion of high-profile names in the recent DOJ file release feels more like a calculated "publicity stunt" than a genuine pursuit of justice.

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Trey answers questions on the investigative hurdles in the high-profile kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie and explores whether legitimate ransom notes can truly be untraceable in the age of VPNs. He also gives an inside look on the federal grand jury system to explain the long-term impact of serving on such an intense investigative body.

Plus, Trey shares his candid—and often humorous—reasons for choosing to watch college sports over the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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Head Coach of the University of South Carolina Football team Shane Beamer rejoins Trey to discuss the evolving landscape of college athletics, including the challenges of the transfer portal and his hiring process for assistant coaches. Coach Beamer also emphasizes his commitment to building a program with longevity and shares how he navigates media scrutiny and game officiating.

Plus, Trey and Coach Beamer applaud the success of former Gamecocks who played in Sunday's Big Game!
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