Q & Trey: Congress & The Cowboys

Trey takes a hard look at South Carolina’s criminal justice system, using his home state as an example of how politics, policy, and priorities shape public safety. He explains why prosecutors face impossible caseloads, how judges are chosen, and what it really means to be tough on crime. Trey also closes with a personal reflection on his longtime friend, former DNI and current CIA Director John Ratcliffe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Technically, the chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court does not have to be a lawyer." This week, Trey explains how it's possible for a judge to not need a law degree. He answers questions on whether state and local leaders can interfere with federal law enforcement, and weighs in on how college sports are changing under the new NIL era. Plus, Trey shares a hopeful update on last episode's conversation about living with balance issues - and the importance of finding help when an illness feels invisible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"It's a non-fatal disease that can actually wreck your life." Trey sits down with the Director of the Vestibular Program in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina, Dr. Habib Rizk, to uncover the power of the vestibular system - the tiny network inside your head that helps you balance, move, and navigate the world. They discuss what happens when the vestibular system malfunctions, leading to debilitating, and often misunderstood vestibular disorders. Trey and Dr. Rizk also dissect the challenges of diagnosing these invisible illnesses and why awareness, empathy, and patient advocacy matter more than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey explains how judges are chosen to oversee major cases, including the upcoming trial tied to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and why courtroom experience matters more than tenure on the bench. He also answers questions about whether a federal judge could ever overrule a declaration of war, and gives his unfiltered take on Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ recent sideline controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey revisits his thoughts on one of the most foundational principles in the American justice system — due process. He breaks down why every person in the United States, even those guilty of the most horrific crimes, is entitled to fair treatment under the law. He explains the difference between procedural and substantive due process and shares why he believes the conversation surrounding this constitutional right is crucial to have in the world today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"How do we get back to prioritizing fairness as a virtue?" Trey explores how the public can restore their faith in the Department of Justice, answering if it's possible to avoid politically motivated prosecutions. Plus, Trey answers questions on his relationship with Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and reveals key character details from his debut novel The Color of Death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Congress cannot charge anyone with anything." Trey responds to the federal indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, how this case will move forward and the role of Congress in criminal proceedings. He also addresses what many are calling the distasteful fan behavior at the 2025 Ryder Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Trey answers questions on two topics he knows very well: Congress & the Dallas Cowboys. He also shares his thoughts on whether higher education plays a role in societal indoctrination. Plus, Trey reveals if readers can anticipate a sequel to his New York Times best-seller The Color of Death! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following Charlie Kirk’s memorial, Trey reflects on faith, forgiveness, and the power of dialogue over violence. He shows how grace can rise above anger and how love has the power to echo long after cruelty tries to silence it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Miriam Foundation is a program that renews, inspires, and supports young girls to overcome challenges and excel in all aspects of their lives. Trey looks back at his conversation with a familiar voice on the podcast, Mary Langston to highlight the invaluable work of the foundation and how it's cultivated a loving and supportive community in South Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices