The Trey Gowdy Podcast

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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Trey answers questions on the mechanics of Washington, D.C. explaining why the federal government always seems to be on the verge of a shutdown. He also offers a realistic look at the 2026 midterms, sharing why "divided government" is often a historical norm and where voters should focus their attention.

Plus, Trey introduces the newest (and most "incorrigible") member of the Gowdy household: a Cavapoo named D.A.

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As America’s 250th anniversary looms, Trey steps back from the daily headlines to ask a deeper question: How did a nation that endured so much become so divided? From the coarsening of culture at the Grammys to the way politics and the media operate, he argues we’ve drifted away from basic, timeless values like fairness, honesty, and respect. Trey challenges listeners to move beyond slogans and “lapel-pin politics” and rediscover the shared values needed to preserve the American experiment for the next generation.
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Trey answers listener questions on why clashes tied to ICE operations have escalated, pointing to failures in coordination between federal, state, and local law enforcement.

He explains how lawful protest differs from criminal conduct, and why unclear missions and political interference can put both officers and civilians at risk.

Plus, Trey shares his predictions for next month's Big Game!
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Trey sits down with the man he credits for launching his political career, Dr. David Woodard, Clemson University Professor, political consultant and author of the book  Legacy: The Life and Presidency of George W. Bush.

Dr. Woodard offers a rare glimpse at the private life of President George W. Bush, from moments of faith following the terror attacks on 9/11 to the
decision-making behind selecting Dick Cheney as his running mate and ordering the Iraq surge.

 

Trey also shares a personal story about nearly leaving his first congressional campaign—and the call from Dr. Woodard that changed his mind.
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