In a special post-election edition of LT. DAN, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick offers a candid and personal assessment of the 2026 midterm elections, which saw Democrats sweep Texas's statewide offices and bring an end to his tenure as lieutenant governor.

Why did Republicans lose? Was it the economy, campaign spending, changing voter attitudes, or a desire for new leadership? Patrick examines the factors he believes contributed to the outcome, including affordability concerns, Democratic voter turnout, the impact of nearly $400 million in campaign spending, and the growing influence of independent voters.

He also addresses a question many Texans are asking: Has Texas become a blue state, or was 2026 an extraordinary political moment?

Beyond the election results, Patrick reflects on his years of public service, the legislative accomplishments he's most proud of, and the initiatives he had hoped to pursue in the coming session.

In a deeply personal portion of the conversation, he discusses the role of faith in accepting the outcome, his gratitude to the millions of Texans who supported him, and the sacrifices made by his family and staff.

Finally, Patrick shares what's next - including plans for consulting, public speaking, spending more time with his family, and continuing the LT. DAN podcast.

It's an honest look back at a consequential election and a look ahead at the future of Texas and Dan Patrick's next chapter.

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Congressman Brandon Gill is back on Lt. Dan - - and with the November 3 midterm elections fast approaching, there's plenty to discuss.

Gill was one of Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's very first podcast guests, helping launch the show with an enormously popular conversation. Now he returns to share his perspective on the political landscape, the fight for control of Congress, and the future of Texas and America.

Dan and Brandon discuss the challenges facing Republicans, the ideological differences dividing the two major parties, and why congressional leadership matters. They also examine Texas politics, including James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa, and the potential implications of the election for state government.

The conversation turns to religious liberty, Christianity's place in American public life, higher education, the Supreme Court, and the political direction of the next generation.

It's a candid discussion about the issues defining the 2026 elections and the decisions that could shape Texas and the nation for years to come.

Join Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Congressman Brandon Gill for this new episode of Lt. Dan.

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Mark Levin joins Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick for a candid discussion about the 2026 midterm elections and what they could mean for the future of Texas and America.

The bestselling author and nationally syndicated radio host explains why he believes the elections represent a turning point for the country and why Texas plays such an important role in the national political landscape. Dan and Mark discuss President Trump, the Democratic Party, the Supreme Court, energy prices, affordability, the Electoral College, and the constitutional principles at the center of America's political debate.

In a particularly personal moment, Levin also opens up about the rise of antisemitism, attacks directed at him and his family, and his appreciation for the relationship between Christians and Jews. He reflects on his Jewish faith, his family's military service, and the American traditions that have shaped his life.

A wide-ranging conversation about politics, faith, freedom, and the future of the country.

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Dr. Phil McGraw returns to the Lt. Dan Podcast for his third conversation with Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, this time examining America's political and cultural direction as the 2026 elections approach.

Dr. Phil shares his concerns about the rise of democratic socialism, the future of capitalism, and what government promises could mean for taxpayers and future generations. Drawing on decades of conversations with everyday Americans, he explains why he believes people ultimately want safety, financial security, freedom, and opportunity for their families.

The conversation also explores the growing financial pressure on American households, the challenges of raising children in today's economy, the importance of informed voting, and the choices facing Texas and the nation.

From taxes and government spending to the American Dream, Dr. Phil and Dan discuss how politics affects everyday life - and what today's decisions could mean for the next generation.

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Is America facing its third existential crisis? Bestselling author Eric Metaxas believes the country stands at a crossroads comparable to the American Revolution and the Civil War - and that understanding our nation's founding is essential to preserving its future.

Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick welcomes Metaxas for a fascinating conversation about his new book, Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World, and the extraordinary story behind America's struggle for independence.

Metaxas brings history to life through the courage of George Washington, the extraordinary determination of Henry Knox, and the often-overlooked contributions of John Adams. He explains why the Revolution was about far more than taxation or independence — and why he believes Christian faith was indispensable to America's experiment in self-government.

Dan and Eric also discuss their work together on the Presidential Religious Liberty Commission, the relationship between faith and freedom, and what Metaxas calls the Golden Triangle of Freedom: liberty requires virtue, virtue requires faith, and faith requires liberty.

In this episode:

• America's third existential crisis
• The forgotten heroes of the American Revolution
• Christianity and the founding of the United States
• Religious liberty and the principles of self-government
• The connection between faith, virtue, and freedom
• Lessons from America's founding for the nation's future

As America marks its 250th anniversary, this conversation examines the principles that shaped our republic, the sacrifices made to secure its independence, and the challenges of preserving that inheritance for future generations.

Lt. Dan with Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick features conversations with influential voices about the people, principles, and issues shaping America.

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Josh Thifault was there in the early days of Turning Point USA alongside Charlie Kirk, helping build a movement that would reshape youth politics in America. Today, he hosts Pressure Tested, where he focuses on reaching young men with a message centered on faith, discipline, purpose and biblical masculinity.

Now he believes the country faces a new challenge: millions of young men searching for faith, purpose, opportunity and somewhere to belong.

Josh joins Lt. Governor Dan Patrick to discuss Charlie Kirk's legacy, the spiritual void facing young men, the growing influence of the online manosphere, affordability and the American Dream, biblical masculinity, marriage, meaningful work and why the political future of the country may depend on whether this generation can find hope again.

Josh also explains why he believes conservatives cannot simply win young men at the ballot box — they must give them a meaningful vision for how to live.

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Pastor Robert Jeffress of First Baptist Dallas joins Lt. Governor Dan Patrick for a conversation about faith, politics and religious liberty in America.

Jeffress discusses declining church attendance and secularization before responding to James Talarico's public statements about Christianity and the Bible. Jeffress explains where he believes Talarico's theology conflicts with the teachings of Jesus and why those differences matter in public life.

Dan and Jeffress also discuss the role of pastors in politics, Christian participation in government, and why they believe religious liberty means more than simply having the freedom to worship inside a church.

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Cody Campbell joins Lt. Governor Dan Patrick for a timely conversation about sports betting and the rapidly changing world of college athletics.

Campbell discusses the sports-betting problem that affected a Texas Tech quarterback and what the experience taught him about gambling addiction, particularly among young men and college athletes. They examine how easy access to betting apps and the growing presence of sports gambling are changing the way fans and athletes experience the game.

Then the conversation turns to NIL, player compensation, the transfer portal and the future of college sports. Campbell explains why rising costs could put increasing pressure on women's sports and other non-revenue programs, and discusses proposals intended to bring more structure and stability to college athletics.

From gambling addiction to million-dollar college athletes, Dan and Cody examine how dramatically college sports have changed — and what those changes could mean for athletes, universities and fans.

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