
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.
Latest episodes

May 9, 2024 • 58min
Meeting the Masai with Chief Ole Tendeu and Suzanne Alexander
David Gornoski is joined by Suzanne Alexander and Masai Chief Ole Tendeu for a fascinating conversation on Masai culture, their politics, religion, diet, exposure to the outside world, and more. Follow Suzanne on Instagram here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

May 8, 2024 • 14min
THINGS HIDDEN 188: Why Envy Motivates Political Discourse
In this THINGS HIDDEN episode, David Gornoski addresses the elephant in the room when it comes to online political discourse, i.e. mimetic envy. Why are we always presented with false choices from popular influencers? Why are influencers always bragging about their follower counts? Listen to the whole show to find out. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

May 8, 2024 • 3min
David Gornoski Sings "New York" (Tribute to Osamu Nishimura)
I had the opportunity to be the special guest announcer for Dory Funk Jr’s latest wrestling show dedicated to his tag team partner and Bang TV world champion Osamu Nishimura who is battling illness. I opened the show with a rendition of Nishimura’s favorite song “New York, New York” to encourage his swift recovery and great health. Next time, we will sing it together. —David Gornoski

May 7, 2024 • 1h 46min
Should Christians Be Voting For Pro-Choice Republicans? (Appearance on the Iron Disciples Podcast)
David Gornoski sits down at the Iron Disciples Podcast to discuss Trump and Kari Lake's remarks on Arizona's abortion ban. Are Republicans "pro-life" as they claim? Can the Church take back marriage from the state? How should politics and the Church interact? Why did God create the universe? Check out the Iron Disciples Podcast here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

May 2, 2024 • 36min
THINGS HIDDEN 187: What is Gospel Technology?
In this THINGS HIDDEN episode, David Gornoski explains the term "Gospel Technology" while describing the various ways it is being used today. What is mythology and why do the Gospels invert them? Is it possible for us to revert to ancient mythological standards? How are humans today making use of Gospel Technology? Visit https://aneighborschoice.com for more

May 1, 2024 • 1h 42min
THINGS HIDDEN 186: The Triumph of Christ over Gnostic Ideology and Islam
David Gornoski is joined by Q of Mimetic Value for a fascinating conversation on how the revelation of Christ teaches the true nature of desire, why Islam is a retreat back to ideology, how the trajectory of history proves Christianity, how Christ sets the terms for all modern-day conflicts, how Jesus predicted the undifferentiation in society, and more. Follow Q on X here. Visit https://aneighborschoice.com for more

Apr 30, 2024 • 44min
THINGS HIDDEN 185: What is Christ Hauntedness?
In this THINGS HIDDEN episode, David Gornoski explains how Christ's sacrifice has infected the world and why we can't go back to old ways of creating order any more. Are we getting closer to Christ's anthropology or further from it? Do we have the same appetite for violence today as humans used to have a hundred years ago? Where does Jesus leave us with regard to our collective identities? Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Apr 25, 2024 • 41min
THINGS HIDDEN 184: What Is Structural Violence?
In this THINGS HIDDEN episode, David Gornoski explains the meaning of the term "structural violence" and why we cannot deny its existence any longer. Why do we see such societal chaos around us today? Why aren't coercive laws working the way they had in the past? What can we do to get out of this splintering of society? Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Apr 24, 2024 • 54min
Two Gentlemen Reunite After the Horrors of Prison
David Gornoski sits down with authors Lord Conrad Black and Rufus Rochelle. The two friends talk about their prison experiences, the consequences of the 1994 Crime Bill, what life after prison looks like, criminal justice reform, lifting up one another, and more. Buy Rufus Rochelle's The Gentleman here. Buy The Political and Strategic History of the World here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Apr 23, 2024 • 2h 37min
Seed Oil Survival: Suzanne Alexander Goes to Africa (Part 2)
Suzanne Alexander, co-author of the Ancestral Diet Revolution, picks up where she left off in her presentation of her recent and fascinating expedition to Africa. Among the dietary-centered topics, Suzanne also touches on lifestyle issues people struggle with in the West; wisdom gained from living among the Maasai and Sonjo peoples; and more. Follow Suzanne on Instagram here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more