
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

Jan 8, 2024 • 1h 19min
Chivalry, Red Pill, and Childlike Wonder
David Gornoski sits down with Jordan Landfear and Surit Dasgupta, and the three talk briefly about Surit's latest essay. The conversation then heads toward the crisis of masculinity in modern society; how Jesus changed intergender relations; how chivalry has evolved; the pros and cons of the manosphere; and more. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Jan 5, 2024 • 42min
What Made Javier Milei
David Gornoski sits down with Federico Morales, creator of the Javier Milei English YouTube channel, for a conversation on Argentine President Javier Milei's fascinating background, his brand of libertarianism, and whether it will be effective at gutting the Communist leftovers in his country. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Jan 4, 2024 • 1h 8min
THINGS HIDDEN 174: Breaking the Devil's Monopoly on Innovation
David Gornoski sits down with Surit Dasgupta to talk about how Christians can reclaim technological innovation. Should we fear innovation for the sake of giving power to the Antichrist? Does Christian tradition discourage creativity? How can Christians sanctify new inventions? How can Christians turn their retreat into advantageous victory? Watch the full show to find out. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more Intro by Fools for Christ

Jan 2, 2024 • 1h 11min
THINGS HIDDEN 173: Curing Cancer Is Repentance with James Kourtides
James Kourtides joins David Gornoski to talk about how Christmas helps us believe in the future of Earth, why curing cancer is a form of repentance, what constitutes true sacrifice, the sin of creating seed oils, why Christians must create new technologies, and more. Check out the Rooster's Crow podcast here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Jan 1, 2024 • 59min
Wright Brothers Flight Anniversary Special: Dr. Yu Demonstrates Antigravity
Physicist Dr. Weiping Yu returns and joins David Gornoski in a fascinating conversation looking back at the Wright Brothers' first flight and more. What do we make of the UFO phenomenon from a technological perspective? Do we really need concepts like gravity and dark energy to make sense of the solar system as some theories suggest? Is the universe expanding? Is it possible to make safe antigravity transportation devices for human beings? Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Dec 28, 2023 • 1h 3min
The Science: Peter McCullough MD Exposes Cancer-Causing COVID Vaccines, WHO Treaty
Dr. Peter McCullough returns for another episode of the Science. Has human society moved on from the trauma of the pandemic mandates? What industries have been permanently affected by COVID? What are some of the adverse effects of the vaccines that are recently being noticed, and why are some people not affected after vaccination? Are the current boosters correctly tested? Why should we pay attention to the WHO's pandemic treaty alliance? Why did the Monkeypox fear-mongering flop so hard? Follow Peter McCullough MD on X here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Dec 27, 2023 • 52min
THINGS HIDDEN 172: Christ vs. the Inquisitor
David Gornoski is joined by Surit Dasgupta for a discussion on Surit's latest essay Christ vs. the Grand Inquisitor, wherein they explore Dostoevsky and Berdyaev's view on freedom and power. What would Dostoevsky and Berdyaev say about the modern concept of liberty? How does Christ, in Dostoevsky's literature, resolve the tension between liberty and power? Listen to the full episode to find out. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Dec 26, 2023 • 2h 22min
THINGS HIDDEN 171: Fr. Turbo on Christian Antigravity Technology, Aliens
David Gornoski sits down with Fr. Turbo Qualls for a groundbreaking conversation on anxiety vs. revelation, asceticism vs. dominion, what it means to be a free human being, how demons intimidate people, the spirit of the antichrist, whether the aliens are demons, and more. Check out the Royal Path podcast. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Dec 25, 2023 • 1h 54min
THINGS HIDDEN 170: Mary's Pondering and the Peace of Christmas
David Gornoski sits down with Gil Bailie, Jerry Bowyer, and Jason Jones for a special Christmas edition of THINGS HIDDEN. Among the topics covered are the nativity narrative in Luke chapter 2, why scripture presents history as chiastic, Mary as philosopher vs. Mary as faithful nurturer, the proclamation of peace on Earth, and more. Gil Bailie's website. Jerry Bowyer's podcast. The Jason Jones Show. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Dec 23, 2023 • 1h 4min
The Israel/Hamas Propaganda War Shows Triumph of Christ
"David Gornoski uses Rene Girard’s mimetic framework to show how the modern world has been transformed by the Christian account. He applies it in this discussion to the propaganda war in the Middle East." Check out the Bob Murphy Show here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more