

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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Nov 11, 2020 • 47min
The Future of Criminal Justice - A Neighbor's Choice
With Joe Biden alleged to be the successor to President Trump, what lies in store when it comes to criminal justice reformation. Join David Gornoski? Chelsea Murphy, and conservative justice reform advocate David Safavian as they discuss how conservatives can fight for justice reform under a Biden presidency. How can we help former offenders integrate into society with clean slates? Also in the show, CAN-DO Clemency's Amy Povah calls in to highlight the story of Charles Scott, who is currently serving a 51 years prison sentence. Joining Amy to expand on Charles' situation is Dorian Bandy, Charles' girlfriend, and Saraya Scott, Charles' sister, who are appealing for his clemency. Support CAN-DO Clemency at candoclemency.com Read Chelsea Murphy's articles on rightoncrime.com Visit the A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 11, 2020 • 47min
Karen Kwiatkowski: A Reflection on Foreign Policy - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski continues his assessment of the presidential election and addresses whether or not individual citizens should be held accountable for the actions of the government. Also in the show, ret. Lt. Col. Karen Kwiatkowski joins David for a Veterans Day interview on America's foreign policy and what President Trump can do to stop the endless wars abroad and the persecution of whistleblowers. Why have so many people voted for Biden and will they be happy when they finally get to see his policies at work? How will Biden's foreign policy pan out? Will Biden behave like a hawk of American exceptionalism or will he pander to the globalists? Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 10, 2020 • 47min
How Media Shapes Our Senses - A Neighbor's Choice
How do we get out of the left-right paradigm? "We flip the narrative," David Gornoski says as he explains that the answer lies in putting skin in the game and focusing on innovation. James Kourtides calls in to expand on this issue. Kourtides says that the work of Marshall McLuhan is paramount if we are to understand the media manipulation of our time. Also in this episode, Sir Owen returns to comment on the increasing tribalism in American society as well as the various interesting news headlines from around the world. Subscribe to James Kourtides' YouTube channel Subscribe to Sir Owen’s newsletter by emailing him on tamarind@hotpolitics.com Visit the A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 10, 2020 • 47min
A Toast to Democracy - A Neighbor's Choice
The left has been so conditioned that they blame their own freedom for the problems in economy and governance. Is freedom to be blamed? David Gornoski analyzes the news surrounding the election and highlights the core problems in the crowd psyche. Plus, anthropologist Mark Sunwall calls in to address the deep divide and the total lack of trust within our culture right now. Is our divide merely political or is there a deeper, philosophical aspect to it? How do we escape this hallucination of the persecuting crowd? The answer, David says, lies in the anthropological revelation given to us by Jesus. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 9, 2020 • 25min
Veterans Radio: Defend the Guard - A Neighbor's Choice
Joining David Gornoski for a Veterans Radio segment of the show is Mike Maharrey and Sgt. Dan McKnight of Bring Our Troops Home. Sgt. McKnight starts by explaining to us the constitutional role of the national guard and how the loyalty of the guard is being abused by the government in the form of endless wars. Maharrey and McKnight then shift the conversation to the "Defend the Guard" Legislation that is being proposed to combat this abuse. What steps can we take to preserve the Republic and defend our troops? Listen to the full segment to find out and more. Visit the A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 9, 2020 • 21min
President Trump's Pastor Darrell Scott: "It's Not Over Yet" - A Neighbor's Choice
Dr. Darrel Scott, joins David Gornoski to comment on President Trump's intention to fight back against his opponents, ballot frauds, and the surprising minority turnout for Trump. David and Pastor Scott also highlight that the Left is still acting violent but Trump's supporters, despite being angry, has not resorted to violence. Why are the Democrats calling for unity only now when they are claiming power? How should Christians approach this state of unrest right now? Follow Dr. Darrell Scott at nsrcministries.org Visit the A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 9, 2020 • 47min
The Cages Will No Longer Be Televised, Rep. Sabatini Shows Why Election Still in Play - A Neighbor's Choice
The media will now try to convince you that their hallucination of Trump building cages for immigrants is one hundred percent right. This is more than an election, David Gornoski says, this is about the myth that the corporate press is formulating. Why are tyrants like Joe Biden and Kamala Harris paraded as role models by the media? Will this modern mythology take unanimous hold among the masses? Also in the show, Florida rep. Anthony Sabatini calls in to discuss the ongoing legal investigation into widespread voter fraud in Georgia and Pennsylvania, the media's strategy of claiming victory for Biden, President Trump's chances of winning, and more. Is the election still in play? Very much so, says Rep. Sabatini. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 8, 2020 • 9min
Science and U: Complex Magnetism - A Neighbor's Choice
In this classic Science and U segment from January 9, 2020, physicist Dr. Weiping Yu comments on the latest science news from around the world. The physicist reflects on the news of LIGO picking up on gravitational waves emitted during a celestial scuffle between two neutron stars. Plus, Dr. Yu also comments on pulsar’s surface hinting at complex magnetism. Listen to the full segment for all this and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 8, 2020 • 33min
Exorcising the Spirit of Bloodlust in DC - A Neighbor's Choice
In this classic episode from January 9, 2020, David Gornoski is joined by Pat McGeehan, Republican member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, and Lawrence B. Wilkerson, retired Army Colonel and former chief of staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell. The conversation starts off with Trump's foreign policy actions in the Middle East and then moves to the swamp in DC and their bias for war; the monetary cost of war; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 7, 2020 • 40min
Science and U: Brian Greene Interview - A Neighbor's Choice
In this classic episode from February 27, 2020, theoretical physicist Brian Greene, author of 'Until the End of Time,' joins David Gornoski and Dr. Weiping Yu. David starts off the episode by briefly reflecting on the trial of Julian Assange. Is string theory the solution to better grasp the universe? Are we really designed for fitness and not truth as Greene's book claims? Also, Dr. Yu poses some startling questions to Greene that challenge the fundamentals of physics, including quantum physics, as taught in our official textbooks. Listen to the full episode for all this and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice at aneighborschoice.com