

David Gornoski
David Gornoski
A Neighbor's Choice radio show and THINGS HIDDEN podcast are the two main audio programs of David Gornoski.
THINGS HIDDEN is a deep-dive podcast into the world of mythology and current events guided by the Mimetic theory of Rene Girard and grounded in the personhood revolution of Jesus.
Hosted by David Gornoski, A Neighbor’s Choice Radio examines the role of violence and religion in society. From victims of state violence against nonviolent behaviors to public figures and contrarian voices, the conversations that unfold create an illuminating and surreal journey for listeners.
THINGS HIDDEN is a deep-dive podcast into the world of mythology and current events guided by the Mimetic theory of Rene Girard and grounded in the personhood revolution of Jesus.
Hosted by David Gornoski, A Neighbor’s Choice Radio examines the role of violence and religion in society. From victims of state violence against nonviolent behaviors to public figures and contrarian voices, the conversations that unfold create an illuminating and surreal journey for listeners.
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May 20, 2021 • 47min
The Mimetic Power of Mask Mania - A Neighbor's Choice
What does it mean to "trust the science?" Why did the Cambridge dictionary redefine racism? Why do politicians always seem to come up with low-resolution solutions to problems that are created by them in the first place? Join David Gornoski as he reflects on these questions while taking on the CDC's mask mania. Also in this episode, David is joined by nutritional researcher Tucker Goodrich who calls in to talk about obesity and what prevents us from losing weight. Read Tucker Goodrich’s fascinating blog here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

May 20, 2021 • 1h 9min
Special Science and U: Michio Kaku and Weiping Yu on the God Equation
In this special Science and U conversation, David Gornoski and Dr. Weiping Yu sit down with renowned physicist Michio Kaku, author of the bestseller The God Equation. Michio Kaku talks about the inspiration behind writing the God Equation, string theory, unifying quantum theory and relativity, the existence of other universes, the existence of a "hyperspace," dark matter, and more. Can string theory solve problems that the fundamental model cannot? Are government reported UFOs extraterrestrial? Buy Michio Kaku's The God Equation here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more content by David Gornoski.

May 19, 2021 • 47min
Film Director Amanda Milius Responds to NY Times Spy Story - A Neighbor's Choice
Did the Capitol protest occur exactly as the corporate press reported? If yes then why do recent videos reveal police permitting the protesters to enter the Capitol? Why is there a sustained vaccination push towards kids? In this episode, David Gornoski is joined by the director of the film The Plot Against the President, Amanda Milius who calls in to discuss the recent New York Times article on the connection between spies and the media, the surveillance state, the wiretapping of Trump's campaign, and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

May 19, 2021 • 41min
Persecuting Trump Will Turn Trump Into a Martyr - A Neighbor's Choice
What happened to Bill Gates? David Gornoski highlights how the media outlets are doing a complete u-turn on the man whom they once revered. Will the criminal investigation against Trump succeed? How far has statist misinformation spread through the corporate state-submitted press? Join David Gornoski as he answers these questions among others while highlighting how the consumption of vegetable and seed oils has led to mental health deterioration. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

May 18, 2021 • 47min
Michael Rectenwald Exposes Critical Theory and Foucault - A Neighbor's Choice
Is Critical Theory the only game in town for those who thirst for justice and progress? Who is Michel Foucault? Who is Herbert Marcuse? What is the origin of cancel culture? Joining David Gornoski to answer these questions is Professor Michael Rectenwald, author of Beyond Woke and Google Archipelago, who highlights how the CIA has been instrumental in the spreading of Woke propaganda and how this ideology has historically always benefited the ruling class. Visit the website of American Scholars at american-scholars.com Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

May 18, 2021 • 47min
Col. Macgregor Responds to Axios Story, Sir Owen on Pentagon Secrecy - A Neighbor's Choice
In this episode, Col. Douglas Macgregor joins David Gornoski to comment on the Axios news story that speaks about Trump's daring proposal to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and even Germany. Why was this proposal blocked by the status quo in DC? Why did Trump back down in the face of pressure? Also in the show, David is joined by geopolitical analyst Sir Owen who calls in to talk about the Pentagon's signature reduction program and other consequences of an ever-increasing surveillance state. Subscribe to Sir Owen’s newsletter by emailing him on tamarind@hotpolitics.com Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

May 17, 2021 • 46min
The Pentagon's Secret Army - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski starts the show by commenting on the latest revelations surrounding Bill Gates' divorce and his connection to Jeffrey Epstein. Should we take medical advice from someone who takes marriage advice from Epstein? Why does the Left coddle Liz Cheney and yet scapegoat Tulsi Gabbard? What went on behind the scenes as Trump proposed a withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan, Iraq, and elsewhere? What is the Pentagon up to now with their secret army? Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

May 17, 2021 • 47min
Scientism Religion Falling Apart - A Neighbor's Choice
"Scientism is the biggest hindrance to progress," David Gornoski says as he begins the show. What is scientism? David highlights how the American Heart Association, for example, pushes myths in nutrition that say red meat causes cancer. Where are the skeptics on the Left and what will it take for genuine scientific inquiry to return? Should we trust the government, especially when people like de Blasio tell us to get vaccinated and then consume soybean oil industrialized sludge? Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

May 16, 2021 • 1h 4min
Cate Shanahan MD Interview on the Seed Oil Global Catastrophe
In this podcast episode, David Gornoski is joined by renowned physician, Dr. Cate Shanahan, NY Times bestselling author of The FatBurn Fix and Deep Nutrition. Dr. Shanahan talks about the major cause of metabolic damages in our bodies, namely the effects of PUFAs from seed and vegetable oils on our immune system. Dr. Shanahan also discusses ancestral diet, the benefits of natural food as opposed to industrialized food, myths about obesity, properly detoxifying our body fat, the blind spots of keto diet, and more. Visit Dr. Cate Shanahan's website at drcate.com Visit aneighborschoice.com for more content by David Gornoski.

May 14, 2021 • 45min
Wilfred Reilly on the Racial Component of Vaccine Passports, Wuhan Lab Leak - A Neighbor's Choice
Why are people like Fauci permitted to fund Chinese labs like Wuhan with taxpayer money? How do we promote scientific inquiry without falling into scientism? Listen to the full episode to find out. Also, David Gornoski is joined by professor Wilfred Reilly who calls in to talk about how vaccine passports can potentially be deemed racist, tribalism from mask mandates, the Wuhan lab leak hypothesis, and more. Listen to the Cut the Bull podcast here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com