

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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Mar 3, 2021 • 47min
Tucker Goodrich on Soybean Oil Retardation - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski comments on the various news reports coming in such as the Fauci sexual allegation, Capitol troops being fed unhealthy food, mask mandate canceled in Texas, and more. Plus, David Gornoski is joined by nutritional researcher Tucker Goodrich who links the growth of chronic illnesses with the consumption of seed and vegetable oils. When and how was soybean oil introduced to America? Why are Omega 6 seed oils harmful to our health? Listen to the full episode to find out. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Mar 3, 2021 • 47min
As the World Squirms - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski starts the episode with a scorching critique of the binary thinking that is prevalent in our society and the overdependence on politics that perpetuates this way of thinking. Plus, David reacts to the promotion of fake nutritional science by the statist media and giant corporations. Also in the show, David is joined by Sgt. Dan McKnight of Bring Our Troops Home who calls in to highlight how Biden is alienating even his own party members by attacking Syria. How can we protect our national guard from unconstitutional abuses? Listen to the full episode to find out and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Mar 2, 2021 • 47min
What Will Lockdown Kids Know? - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski continues his analysis of the news. In this episode, David comments on the ridiculous 14-days COVID isolation imposed on children in Ontario, Canada. Why are some officials not happy that America's moving towards normalcy? Should we trust the CDC on anything they declare? How can we deal with the state media complex effectively? Is the introduction of vaccine passports ethical in any way? How has Jesus changed the meaning of the word "sacrifice?" Listen to the full episode to find out and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Mar 2, 2021 • 48min
The Obsession With Symbols Over Reality - A Neighbor's Choice
Why isn't the FBI considering Antifa as a terrorist group? Why are Dr. Seuss's books the latest to fall victim to cancel culture? Do humans know what they are doing when they get caught up in the spirit of the crowd? Listen to the full episode as David Gornoski gets to the bottom of these questions while also commenting on the superficial victimism of our time, modern-day book-burning, mental illness caused by soybean oil, and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Mar 1, 2021 • 47min
Exorcizing the Spirit of Empire - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski continues his critique of the ridiculous popularity contests that are politics. One of our biggest mistakes, David says, is how we have let the political establishment influence and shape things like science, medicine, and nutrition. Are we letting ourselves revert to the ancient practice of witch hunt? How can we exorcise the spirit of sacrificial empire from our communities? Listen to the full episode to find out and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Mar 1, 2021 • 47min
David Gornoski Returns from CPAC - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski starts the episode by recounting and reviewing his visit to this year's CPAC over the weekend. Did Trump present anything new at CPAC? Who were the breakaway speakers, according to David? Did the future of conservatism make itself known? Join David Gornoski as he talks about the landmark conservative event of the year while highlighting why conservatives must let go of the coercive system of injustice that sacrifices nonviolent offenders. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Feb 25, 2021 • 1h 55min
Tucker Goodrich Interview: The Dangers of Omega 6 Seed Oils
David Gornoski is joined by nutritional researcher Tucker Goodrich for an important conversation on the dangers of seed oils. Tucker details how he suffered a stroke in his thirties and then, after finding the cause of his stroke in the sacred food pyramid, how he transformed himself through a radical change in diet. "I don't get sunburned anymore," Tucker remarks as he highlights some of the remarkable benefits of avoiding seed oils. Why are Omega 6 seed oils harmful to us? Why is an ancestral diet preferable to the industrialized foods of our time? Are carbs really the ultimate villain for chronic illnesses and obesity or are they a scapegoat? This is a very important podcast. Read Tucker Goodrich's fascinating blog here. Check out David Gornoski's radio shows, podcasts, and films at A Neighbor's Choice here.

Feb 25, 2021 • 1h 35min
THINGS HIDDEN 30: Rene Girard Converts Atheist Philosopher to Christianity
David Gornoski sits down with academic Leigh Fetter who discusses his journey from secular atheism to Christianity by discovering the works of Rene Girard. David and Leigh discuss a variety of topics such as the Christian undermining of ancient myths; the possibility of Orwellian totalitarianism; the Nietzschean problem of recreating values; how Girard provides a groundbreaking understanding of good and evil; "hyper-Christianity" in the modern world; the mythology of leftward progress; how Jesus continually flips scapegoating on its head; and more. Check out David Gornoski's radio shows, podcasts, and films at A Neighbor's Choice here.

Feb 25, 2021 • 1h 43min
Peter Dobromylskyj Interview: How Obesity is Fueled by Omega 6 Seed Oils
In this special podcast, David Gornoski sits down with Peter Dobromylskyj, veterinary anesthetist and nutrition blogger at Hyper Lipid. David and Peter talk about the difference between running metabolism on glucose and running metabolism on fat; the purpose of insulin resistance; the role of reactive oxygen species; the difference between monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat; the harmful effects of vegetable and seed oils; the benefits of carnivore diet; and more. Is it beneficial to consume a mixed diet while avoiding PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids)? In what ways are stearic acids beneficial? How do our cells handle long-term seed oil consumption? Is sugar or seed oils the primary driver of the modern metabolic syndrome epidemic? Is visceral fat bad for us? Visit Peter Dobromylskyj's blog Hyperlipid. Check out David Gornoski's radio shows, podcasts, and films at A Neighbor's Choice here.

Feb 24, 2021 • 25min
Jeff Deist on the Political Economy of COVID Hysteria - A Neighbor's Choice
The Mises Institute's Jeff Deist returns for his weekly analysis of the news. Why do tragic stories involving celebrities like Tiger Woods and Kobe Bryant affect us so much? Does nostalgia play a part in this phenomenon? Is there any justification for Trudeau's comments regarding COVID travel restrictions? How can we better understand the hysterical government reaction to the pandemic, especially with regards to the economy? Listen to the segment to find out and more. Visit the A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com