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.
Episodes
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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
Jun 26, 2023 • 1h 14min
THINGS HIDDEN 131: Subdue the Earth (Year Zero Interview)
In this THINGS HIDDEN episode, David Gornoski sits down with Tommy Salmons of the Year Zero podcast for a conversation on reclaiming "Cain's domain," pining for Caesars to save us, the crisis of masculinity, how bad theology leads to seed oils, critiquing scientism, and more. Check out Year Zero podcast here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 23, 2023 • 28min
Fiat Food and Its Consequences (Interview by Tho Bishop)
David Gornoski appears on Good Money with Tho Bishop to discuss "how government policies have impacted American diets. From the subsidization of certain crops to anti-science propaganda campaigns about diet, to the consolidation of the agricultural industry, the politicization of the economy still shapes not only their wallet but their plates." Check out the website of the Mises Institute here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 22, 2023 • 42min
Tell Me How This Ends with Chris Bray
David Gornoski sits down with Chris Bray and the two talk about Gavin Newsom's preoccupation with gay rights in Florida, the chaotic state of California, the lack of journalism amongst conservatives, the online reaction to the missing Titanic submarine, the rise of nationwide corruption, whether excellence will reemerge in America, making language mean nothing, and more. Check out Chris Bray's Substack here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 21, 2023 • 1h 54min
THINGS HIDDEN 130: Mastering Our Disincarnate Era With Clinton Ignatov
Clinton Ignatov joins David Gornoski for a conversation on the impact of the printing press on the Western psyche, the emergence of individualism, how radical information technology devastates, whether people are possessed, whether current wars are a product of technological revolution, the enshrining of atomic physics, breaking out of the disincarnate world of bits, and more. Check out Clinton's work here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 15, 2023 • 49min
THINGS HIDDEN 129: Kyle Clement on Demonic Possession, Spiritual Warfare
In this THINGS HIDDEN episode, David Gornoski sits down with Kyle Clement who has been involved in the facilitation and training of exorcists for the Roman Catholic Church for over fifteen years. David and Mr. Clement discuss the nature of spiritual warfare, why Jesus sent the "Legion" of Demons into pigs, the Jesuit order, America as a Freemason construct, demonic possession, Malachi Martin's reports, and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
