

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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Jun 30, 2022 • 46min
Fighting Leftist Indoctrination in Schools - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski is joined by Terry Clark who is currently running for the Polk County School Board. Has the pandemic exposed the indoctrination that goes on in our schools? Is there any way to make the public schools safe for children? Listen to the full episode to find out. Also in the show, David highlights why the leftist movement with its mean girls culture falls without a scapegoat like Trump. Visit Terry Clark's campaign website here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Jun 29, 2022 • 43min
The Real Religion That Dominates Us - A Neighbor's Choice
What is the political fallout from the SCOTUS overturning of Roe v. Wade looking like right now? How do we get out of the zero-sum mental prison of political thinking? Is Putin's "toxic masculinity" to blame for the war in Ukraine? Is Chris Pratt right in his attempt to distance himself from religion? Did Trump really assault a secret service agent? Listen to the full show to find out and more. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Jun 29, 2022 • 45min
Smashing the Narratives of Might-Makes-Right - A Neighbor's Choice
David Gornoski starts the episode with an epic takedown of the Malthusian corporate-backed system stemming out of DC. Why is it so hard for humans to accept the premise that their ruling agencies are frauds deeply captured by their industrial interests? Why is Fauci suffering a rebound of COVID despite getting the medicine he decreed for all? Does "standing for Ukraine" matter if one isn't able to point out Ukraine on a map? Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 28, 2022 • 55min
THINGS HIDDEN 66: Battling to the End III
David Gornoski and Craig Stewart continue their study of Rene Girard's last book Battling to the End. The discussion, delving into chapter 3 of Girard's book, revolves around regulated reciprocity in markets; the physical component of desire; differences in Hindu and Greek myths; the obsession with "winning" in politics; the evolution of war; whether a complete renunciation of violence is possible; and more. Check out Craig Stewart's YouTube channel here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Jun 27, 2022 • 43min
Globalism's Nihilism - A Neighbor's Choice
Are Democrats experiencing a shift among swing voters in the suburbs? Has Democrat talking points, usually involving "social justice" issues, become irrelevant among average Americans? Can we trust the cameras to keep working, now that Ghislaine Maxwell is placed on a suicide watch? Join David Gornoski as he gets to the bottom of these questions while commenting on the latest news from around the nation. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Jun 27, 2022 • 45min
News as Propaganda, CIA in Ukraine - A Neighbor's Choice
Has religion completely disappeared from our public sphere or are we just catechizing a different religion in our schools? What sacred act does our society wish to bind itself around? What are we to make of feminists rethinking intimacy after the overturn of Roe v. Wade? Listen to the full episode to find out. Also in the show, geopolitical analyst Sir Owen calls in to talk about the latest developments on the alleged Kaliningrad blockade by Lithuania, the gas crisis in Europe thanks to the Russo-Ukrainian war, and more. Subscribe to Sir Owen's newsletter by emailing him on tamarind@hotpolitics.com Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 27, 2022 • 1h
THINGS HIDDEN 65: Battling to the End II
In this continuation of the discussion surrounding Rene Girard's last book Battling to the End, David Gornoski and Craig Stewart explore chapter three of Girard's book while asking important questions about the theories of evolution and creationism; the heavy-handed preaching in modern movies; trade warfare and the hidden violence in capitalism; whether economic pacifism is a valid option; extreme asceticism; and more. Check out Craig Stewart's YouTube channel here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com
Jun 25, 2022 • 41min
THINGS HIDDEN 64: Dinesh D'Souza on Mules and Movies
In this special THINGS HIDDEN episode, David Gornoski is joined by filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza for a conversation about his latest film 2000 Mules. Why has the Left come to dominate our culture to the extent that double standards have become the norm? What kind of films should conservatives be making? Did Trump underestimate the swamp that he had promised to cleanse? Why did so many swing states stop counting votes in 2020, all at the same time? How can we ensure that future elections stay fair and free of fraud? Listen to the full interview to find out. Watch D'Souza's film 2000 Mules here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Jun 24, 2022 • 43min
More Ways to Protect Life, Tucker Goodrich Joins - A Neighbor's Choice
"We have to be willing to protect life, joyously and confidently, from cradle to grave." How can Leftists figure out that caring about others does not involve carrying water for DC elites and big corporations? Listen to the full episode to find out. Also in the show, Tucker Goodrich calls in to talk about the connection between seed oil consumption and rising heart disease. Why did Japan experience a rise in heart disease? What can we do to lessen the risk of heart disease? Check out Tucker Goodrich's blog here. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com

Jun 24, 2022 • 45min
Don't Say Baby Law Is No More - A Neighbor's Choice
It's a holiday! David Gornoski is joined by Florida Rep. Anthony Sabatini who calls in to comment on the SCOTUS overturning of Roe v. Wade. Also joining the show are filmmaker and activist Jason Jones and The Stream's John Zmirak. Should there be a federal ban on abortion? What kind of reaction can we expect now from the Left? What are the shocking historical roots of abortion? Listen to the full episode to find out and more. Follow Rep. Sabatini on Twitter. Visit A Neighbor's Choice website at aneighborschoice.com


