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
Jul 19, 2023 • 1h 26min
THINGS HIDDEN 141: Global Power vs. Agape Love
David Gornoski and Shane Kennedy talk about whether hate has no home in Ukraine, how neocons scapegoat, the founding myth of modern America, whether the masses can have a nuanced worldview, Tucker Carlson's remarks on making peace, how the political establishment hijacks our Christian sensibilities, the most Christian form of government, what Agape love would look like in a society, and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jul 18, 2023 • 1h 17min
THINGS HIDDEN 140: Affirmative Action Hijacks Christian Values
David Gornoski talks about the horrors of the "Killer King" medical center in Los Angeles; the growing military recruitment crisis; the escalation of the war in Ukraine; how families were torn apart after World War 2; why violence is at the heart of Jesus' mission; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jul 17, 2023 • 2h 9min
THINGS HIDDEN 139: Tucker and the Defeat of Neocon Mythology
Surit Dasgupta interviews David Gornoski on how Jacobin magazine hides the violence of the French Revolution; the recent exchange between Tucker Carlson and Mike Pence; how neocon warmongering is being exposed; the psychology of the average American voter; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jul 12, 2023 • 1h 16min
THINGS HIDDEN 138: A Christ Haunted Sound of Freedom
Surit Dasgupta talks to the returning David Gornoski about the surprising box office performance of "Sound of Freedom" and the media backlash around it; why the radical Left detests children; Jack Black's comments of Mark Wahlberg and Mel Gibson "normalizing" Trump; paganism and satanism; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jul 10, 2023 • 56min
THINGS HIDDEN 137: Social Justice Activists and Scapegoat Rulers
Shannon Braswell and Shane Kennedy sit down for a conversation on how social justice activists are molded in the education system; how wealth is drained from local communities; why local governance is the godliest form of government; why influence and power are not for everyone; why loving one's community is not equal to loving an ideology; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jul 5, 2023 • 1h 13min
THINGS HIDDEN 136: Orthodox Theology, Orthodox Anthropology
In this episode of THINGS HIDDEN, James Kourtides and Surit Dasgupta sit down for a conversation on how mystical Orthodox theology informs our general worldview and praxis. How does Orthodox Christian theology differ from Eastern mysticism? Is asceticism enough in our modern chaotic world? How does Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection help reconcile the age-old question of the one and the many? Listen to the full conversation to find out and more. Check out James Kourtides' YouTube channel here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jul 4, 2023 • 1h 17min
THINGS HIDDEN 135: From Jesus to Independence Day
Shane Kennedy and Surit Dasgupta get together in this special 4th of July edition of THINGS HIDDEN. The two talk about how Christianity and other forces shaped the vision of the founding fathers; how the American Revolution differs from the French Revolution; the origin of Common Law; the underdog spirit that saturates American art; why the Gospel is the ultimate underdog story; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jul 3, 2023 • 59min
THINGS HIDDEN 134: A Gambler's Economy of Loans and Debts
Shane Kennedy and Shannon Braswell get together and talk about the Supreme Court decision on affirmative action and how it affects minorities; how student loan debts can be erased; religious liberties in a time of aggressive secular ideologies; why Americans think that civilization is in decline; why local issues should be the focus of the average American; why culture is downstream from theology; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 29, 2023 • 50min
THINGS HIDDEN 133: The Truth of the Incorruptible Body
In this THINGS HIDDEN episode, Shannon Braswell and Shane Kennedy get together for a fascinating conversation on sister Wilhelmina Lancaster as role model against a nihilistic culture, whether miracles are real, the transition towards Vatican II, cults of personality, and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 27, 2023 • 1h 23min
THINGS HIDDEN 132: New Rights and Old Wrongs
David Gornoski, Shannon Braswell, and Shane Kennedy talk about the concept of historical sins as it relates to social justice; how North Korea would handle California; the latest revelations on the Biden family; the post-libertarian Right; Machiavelli's political philosophy; force vs. persuasion; the truth behind the retreat to traditionalism; and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
