
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

Nov 8, 2022 • 48min
Col. Macgregor: From Midterms to Ukraine & Germany, James Howard Kunstler on Techno Narcissism - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski is joined by Col. Douglas Macgregor for a conversation on how the outcome of the midterms might affect the Ukraine war. Will Republicans ask the hard questions about Ukraine? Can we expect Zelenskyy to come to the negotiating table anytime soon? Can Germany break away from being a vassal state of the US? Later in the show, renowned author James Howard Kunstler calls in to talk about his road from hippie to conservative, why small towns are the future of America, technological impact on elections, "Pandemic Amnesty," and more. Check out Col. Macgregor’s website here. Check out James Howard Kunstler's website here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 8, 2022 • 49min
A Pro-Liberty Culture, Sir Owen on Midterms, Energy Crisis - A Neighbor's Choice
What's going on with Blake Masters' race for the US senate? Why are black voters turning away from the Democratic Party? What did Tulsi Gabbard recently remark about abortion? Join David Gornoski as he explains how we can create a pro-liberty culture in Florida. Also in the show, Sir Owen calls in to talk about a possible red wave in the midterms, the energy crisis in Europe, Liz Truss' text after NordStream, and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 8, 2022 • 47min
No Hate & Debt, How to Break Out of Modern-Day Slavery - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski starts the show by commenting on how making excuses for false leadership prevents us from solving problems. What should Trump do if he is considering another race for the White House? Are we really paying attention to the distortion of nutrition science in our country? Where does the concern for victims in our culture come from? How important is it to stay out of debt slavery? Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 5, 2022 • 1h 59min
THINGS HIDDEN 91: Joel Salatin on How to Farm
David Gornoski sits down with regenerative farming pioneer Joel Salatin for an exciting THINGS HIDDEN conversation. Joel Salatin talks about the recent "homestead tsunami;" how the younger generation can get into farming; what kind of farming is most suitable; whether glyphosate is great, whether government intervention in our health and nutrition crises would be beneficial; what needs to be done to combat regulatory agencies, why government is interested in our choice of food; and more. Check out Joel Salatin’s website here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 4, 2022 • 49min
Jeff Shipley: The Politics of Saving America’s Soul, Jack Francis: Polling Data Breakdown - A Neighbor's Choice
Tho Bishop is joined by Iowa politician Jeff Shipley and the two discuss the state of politics in Iowa, how pandemic tyranny is affecting the youth of our country, the demonic influence in our society, and more. Also in the show, Tho Bishop talks about the impact of Ron Paul's presidential campaign on the modern American liberty movement. Plus, Jack Francis of Red Eagle Politics talks about how he got into political analysis and what the polls are signifying in states like Florida and Michigan. Visit Jeff Shipley's website here. Subscribe to the Red Eagle Politics YouTube channel here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 4, 2022 • 49min
Tho Bishop on Elections and Beyond, Ryan McMaken on Secession - A Neighbor's Choice
Tho Bishop of the Mises Institute guest hosts this episode and comments on how Big Tech censorship shapes elections, how politics can affect the awakening of people, whether coexisting with the Left is possible, and more. Also in the show, Ryan McMaken joins in to discuss the resurgence of the idea of secession in America as the logical conclusion from decentralization. Is national divorce becoming a reality we can no longer ignore? Have there been cases where secession has been successful? Listen to the full show to find out. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Nov 2, 2022 • 1h 44min
THINGS HIDDEN 90: Gil Bailie Arrives
David Gornoski sits down with Gil Bailie, author of "Violence Unveiled" and "God's Gamble". Gil Bailie talks about his introduction to Rene Girard, the apocalyptic nature of our current socio-political crises, how Jesus unveils violence, the purpose of sacrifice in the ancient world, the modern march towards complete undifferentiation, whether Hindu culture needs a savior like Christ, and more. Check out the Cornerstone Forum here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Oct 31, 2022 • 1h 20min
THINGS HIDDEN 89: Media Ecological Melee
In this THINGS HIDDEN episode, David Gornoski is joined by Scott Talkington and the returning Clinton Ignatov. The three talk about the overlap between the works of John Deely and Marshall McLuhan; electric universe theory; the linguistic effects of computers; the difference between nescience and ignorance; social amnesia; the meaning of Tetrad; and more. Visit Clinton’s website here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborshoice.com

Oct 29, 2022 • 1h 24min
THINGS HIDDEN 88: The Offense of the Cross with Paul Axton
Dr. Paul Axton, host of the Forging Ploughshares podcast, joins David Gornoski for this THINGS HIDDEN episode. The two talk about how the crucifixion of Christ defies Greek and Jewish thought; how Jesus threatened the existence of the Judaic law; the purpose of the Law; the culture war in America; how Jesus will save the cosmos; the rejection of peace in today's Christianity; how to make peace in the culture; and more. Visit the website of Forging Ploughshares here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website.

Oct 26, 2022 • 25min
Seed Oil Survival: Tucker Explains Oxidized LDL - A Neighbor's Choice
Tucker Goodrich joins the show to discuss what is oxidized LDL and why we should care. What is the difference between cholesterol and fat? What's the difference between oxidation and inflammation? Listen to the full segment as Tucker Goodrich explains, in a very basic and insightful manner, why seed oils are a slow poison to our bodies. Check out Tucker Goodrich's blog here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com