

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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Sep 27, 2023 • 30min
Michael Rectenwald's Plan to Wreck the Regime
Professor Michael Rectenwald joins David Gornoski and announces his plan to run for President. What are some big issues that are not being addressed by the Republicans and Democrats? What do we make of the rise of Javier Milei? How can we stop the Great Reset? What is Agenda 2030? If "will own nothing" and "be happy," who will be ones owning everything? Listen to the full episode to find out. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Sep 26, 2023 • 1h 22min
THINGS HIDDEN 155: Gil Bailie on the Apocalypse of the Sovereign Self
"A Christian civilization, if it loses its faith, becomes dangerously nihilistic." Join David Gornoski as he sits down with Gil Bailie for a deep-diving conversation on Bailie's latest book The Apocalypse of the Sovereign Self. What does the idea of personhood signify in light of the Christian revelation? Have we lost the sense of self that we inherited from the Christian tradition? Listen to the full podcast to find out. Buy Gil Bailie's new book here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 29min
Seed Oil Survival: Analyze & Optimize on Ray Peat Diet Principles
David Gornoski is joined by Dalton from Analyze & Optimize for a fascinating Seed Oil Survival conversation on the pioneering work of Ray Peat; whether Keto and Carnivore diets can cure gut issues permanently; seed oil connection to estrogenic effects; whether we should always burn fat for fuel; what a typical Ray Peat-informed meal looks like; whether farm-raised shrimp are healthy to eat; how the Ray Peat health paradigm solves gut issues; and more. Follow Dalton on X here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Sep 22, 2023 • 1h 8min
THINGS HIDDEN 154: What Would Jesus Do at the Border?
David Gornoski is joined by James Kourtides and Shane Kennedy for a conversation on the corporate takeover of Greece; the Left's betrayal of Assange; the Christian response to the mass migration crisis at the southern border; how corporations are taking over the West; why traditional Christian countries fell into dictatorships; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Sep 20, 2023 • 1h 27min
THINGS HIDDEN 153: Jesus Tricks the Globalists
David Gornoski and Surit Dasgupta start off this episode of THINGS HIDDEN by exploring the manifestation of Jesus' gospel technology in war movies such as All Quiet on the Western Front. They also discuss the importance of churches reclaiming technological innovation, how Jesus sets traps for authoritarian systems, and much more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Sep 18, 2023 • 2h 35min
THINGS HIDDEN 152: Should Christians Stay Out of Politics? (with Iron Disciples)
David Gornoski appears on the Iron Disciples podcast to discuss whether Christians should seek to influence the domain of politics, and if yes, how they should go about it. Also among the topics discussed are: How does Mimetic Theory help us understand social cohesion? How can Jesus' church reclaim marriage from secular institutions? When is violence appropriate? Check out the Iron Disciples Podcast here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Sep 17, 2023 • 1h 2min
The Agape Legacy of Steven Gornoski
David Gornoski is joined by Shane Kennedy in a conversation celebrating the life of Steven Gornoski who passed away recently and whose birthday is today. Also included here are several testimonies of people who knew and were inspired by Steven at various stages of his life. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 28min
THINGS HIDDEN 151: Dominion
What's so special about 1990's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? What can we learn from the Bible's deconstruction of earthly governments? Should followers of Christ fear globalism and wokeism? Join David Gornoski and Surit Dasgupta as the two explore these questions among other topics in this exciting THINGS HIDDEN episode. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Sep 7, 2023 • 38min
Col. Douglas Macgregor on Putin’s Ukraine Reservations
Col. Macgregor joins David Gornoski to talk about his interview with Tucker Carlson; the mission of Our Country, Our Choice; how DC elites have subverted democracy in America; Putin's agenda in the Ukraine war; lobbyists in the Washington swamp; the resurgence of the Russian military; why tactical nukes are bad; Ihor Kolomoisky's arrest; whether Germany is still demoralized; and more. Check out Our Country, Our Choice here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Aug 29, 2023 • 1h 33min
THINGS HIDDEN 150: The Iron Clay Empire Smashed to Pieces
Join David Gornoski and Surit Dasgupta in this thought-provoking THINGS HIDDEN conversation as they delve into the anthropological wisdom of Daniel chapter 2, specifically regarding King Nebuchadnezzar's dream. The discussion explores why the statue in the dream gets progressively worse, the reasons for the lack of unity among humans in contemporary times, whether it's possible to reverse the effects of Jesus' crucifixion, and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com