

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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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

Oct 26, 2022 • 24min
David Calls Out Ben Shapiro - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski comments on Wokeness' inability to forgive, Ben Shapiro's admission about the vaccines, John Fetterman's condition after his debate, and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Oct 26, 2022 • 49min
Col. Macgregor: NATO Clueless in Ukraine, Daniel McAdams on Elon's Arrival at Twitter HQ - A Neighbor's Choice
Col. Douglas Macgregor returns to the show to discuss the US army's recruitment crisis, the use of extremists in foreign wars, secret influence operations against American dissidents, the "coalition of the willing" against Russia, the coming Russian offensive, and more. Also in the show, Daniel McAdams calls in to comment on Elon's Twitter takeover and the future of free speech on the internet. Check out Col. Macgregor's website here. Visit the website of the Ron Paul Institute here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Oct 25, 2022 • 49min
The Vanishing of Medical Freedom in America, Why the Drug War Has Failed - A Neighbor's Choice
Dr. Stewart Tankersley of Concerned Doctors joins the show to discuss the vanishing of medical freedom in America, the court decision in New York City, whether the vaccine manufacturers knew about the adverse effects of their products, the spiritual aspect of what's taken place, and more. Also in the show, drug war victim Billy Dekle calls in to talk about the prohibition of marijuana, being sentenced for a victimless crime, and whether marijuana has negative effects on our bodies and minds. Buy Billy Dekle's book here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Oct 25, 2022 • 49min
Remaking the Childhood of Other People's Children - A Neighbor's Choice
New York City has been ordered by court to reinstate all those fired over Covid vaccine mandates. Are we witnessing a shift in the fight against statist pseudoscience? Why are Democrats looking to make the issue of abortion the center of their debates? Listen to the full show to find out. Also in the show, Chris Bray calls in to discuss Joe Biden's meeting with transgender TikTok Star Dylan Mulvaney and what this signifies to our society. Check out Chris Bray's Substack. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Oct 24, 2022 • 49min
Apocalyptic Politics - A Neighbor's Choice
Does the Cheney family get to determine whom we are allowed to vote for in this country? Will the new prime minister solve the UK's growing list of problems? How much do we owe Donald Trump for the repealing of Roe v. Wade? Can economics be divorced from the family? Why are the Left's sexual depictions always ugly? Join David Gornoski and James Kourtides as they comment on these topics and more. Check out James Kourtides' YouTube channel here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com


