

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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Dec 21, 2020 • 47min
Sen. Rand Paul: "Masks Are All About Submission" - A Neighbor's Choice
If imitation is part of innate human nature, how do we go about imitating without inviting conflict? Join David Gornoski as he addresses this question. David also comments on the assault on the liberties of non-violent people; "corporate communism" in COVID bailouts; the crippling of small businesses; the Vatican's endorsing of vaccines made from aborted fetal parts; Sen. Rand Paul's remarks that masks are about submission; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 21, 2020 • 47min
A Consecrated Crisis of Undifferentiation - A Neighbor's Choice
In this episode, David Gornoski addresses the phenomenon of undifferentiation as we are currently witnessing in American culture. What is the mythology behind Woke activism? David highlights how the "McWoke" movement is engineered by authoritarian forces heavily reliant on the erasure of personhood and sacrifice of the person. "It is a pre-Christian approach to treating people," David says as he highlights how political correctness is a cheap imitation of Christianity that tries to achieve universality without renouncing coercion. "They are asking Christian questions but asserting pagan answers." Listen to the full episode for all this and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 18, 2020 • 47min
Herd Mentality in High Places - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski comments on an Axios news story on cyber-attack vulnerability to foreign countries. Russia seems to the political establishment's favorite scapegoat, David observes. Listen to the full episode as David comments on Sen. Ron Johnson blocking coronavirus checks proposal; dissidents like Thomas Massie and Tulsi Gabbard scapegoated in the senate; the wastage of effort in pursuing Trump's impeachment; the dishonesty of the media and their constant narrative pushing with regards to Trump and Biden; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 18, 2020 • 47min
Desire and Conflict, Trail Thoughts - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski starts the episode by commenting on the state of discontent created by the government and big corporations that give rise to social conflict. How do we avoid the media narrative that draws us all into conflict and scapegoating? Join David as he analyzes the latest news surrounding the rigging of past and present elections; anti-science lockdowns; the persecution of whistleblowers like Assange; the legal immunity of COVID vaccine manufacturers; and more. Also in the show, noted publisher Eric Kampmann returns with a brand new segment of Trail Thoughts. Kampmann touches on the importance of daily Bible reading and how it transforms our lives. The conversation then moves to the "counsel of the wicked" mentioned in Psalm 1. Visit Eric Kampmann's website at erickampmann.com Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 17, 2020 • 47min
Amy Povah on Upcoming Clemencies, Ryan McMaken on Fed Evil - A Neighbor's Choice
In this episode, David Gornoski is joined by CAN-DO Clemency's Amy Povah. Amy gives us an update on CAN-DO's clemencies and pardon appeals for non-violent federal inmates. Amy is joined by Clarissa Brown and Kylie Brown who are fighting for the clemency of their mother LaVonne Roach, imprisoned for nonviolent drug offence for thirty years. Also in the show, Mises Institute's Ryan McMaken calls in to talk about the latest calls for pandemic stimulus and bailouts. Are there hidden taxes in these stimulus checks? Was this election conducted in a clean manner? Listen to the full episode and find out. Support Clemency for LaVonne Roach at candoclemency.com Visit the A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 17, 2020 • 26min
Science and U: Magnetic Particles Make up the Universe - A Neighbor's Choice
Dr. Weiping Yu is back with another segment of Science and U. The physicist comments yet again on the validity of black holes. What exactly is the black hole phenomenon? Dr. Yu has some surprising explanations. "Blackhole force is magnetic attraction force," Dr. Yu says. Dr. Yu also comments on a new study that says ultracold atoms reveal quantum magnetic behavior; a new type of atomic clock that helps scientists detect dark matter and study gravity’s effect on time; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 17, 2020 • 21min
Tyranny with Bombs Abroad and Mask Mandates at Home - A Neighbor's Choice
What unites neocons and neo-liberals? Wars abroad and authoritarian decrees at home. Join David Gornoski as he presents a devastating critique of the continued harassment under the guise of pandemic concern by big businesses and government upon the average people of America. David also comments on the latest news stories such as United Airlines kicking out a family for a two-year-old child not wearing a mask; the Big Tech coverup of Biden's mass incarceration record; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 16, 2020 • 47min
The Government's War Against Our Health - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski continues his analysis of government subsidies in the field of nutrition and health. David argues that the government is responsible for many of the illnesses and comorbidities that are plaguing our country right now. How does the consumption of vegetable oil affect our immune systems? What are some basic steps we can independently take to keep our bodies healthy? Listen to the entire episode to find out. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 16, 2020 • 47min
How Political Correctness Affects Government - A Neighbor's Choice
Why does the West have the unique problem of political correctness? David Gornoski gets to bottom of this mystery which leads to tyrannical control in the fields of nutrition, health, and economy. Why did the media attack Tulsi Gabbard but back Kamala Harris? The answer to this question says a lot about the political-media establishment in our country. Is Bernie Sanders a man of the people as the media claims? How does the dependence on government affect our concern for specific issues like healthcare and social justice? Listen to the full episode to find out. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 16, 2020 • 47min
Jorge Ventura on Nick the Greek, Veterans Radio: The Joe Kent Story - A Neighbor's Choice
In this episode, David Gornoski is joined by Daily Caller reporter Jorge Ventura who calls in to talk about the owner of Nick the Greek restaurant confronting health inspectors in California over lockdown rules. Are small businesses being attacked in the state of California? Are folks starting to turn against Governor Gavin Newsom? How do we deprogram ourselves from the media's transmission of continued fear into the minds of the masses? Also in the show, Sgt. Dan McKnight of Bring Our Troops Home returns with another segment of Veterans Radio. David Gornoski and Sgt. McKnight are joined by Nathan Anderson, the Executive Director at Concerned Veterans for America. Nathan highlights the story of veteran Joe Kent who lost his wife Shannon Kent in Syria. Listen to the full episode as Sgt. McKnight and Nathan Anderson explain why we should listen to voices like Joe Kent while mapping out the future of America's foreign policy. Visit the Concerned Veterans for America website here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com