Best David Gornoski Podcasts (2024)

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How Ray Peat, Rene Girard Inform Christianity vs Vitalism w/ Raw Egg Nationalist 56:14

28m ago56:14

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David Gornoski and Raw Egg Nationalist get together to explore the anthropology behind the movie Babe, the Church of England, studying at Oxford, Nietzsche's views on Christianity, how Ray Peat helps us understand Christianity, overcoming stress-induced culture, and more. Raw Egg Nationalist on X here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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E67: A Deep Dive on René Girard with David Gornoski 1:24:57

1d ago1:24:57

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This week on Upstream, we're releasing a 2019 interview with David Gornoski and Erik Torenberg on the Village Global podcast, offering a deep dive into René Girard's Mimetic Theory, exploring its far-reaching societal impacts and surprising connections to ancient rituals and myths. They unpack the concept of mimetic desire and the profound influenc…

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The Gospel Promise in Trump, JD Vance, and Israel-Palestine w/ Jason Jones 1:13:53

1h ago1:13:53

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David Gornoski and Jason Jones talk about standing with the world's vulnerable, the Elon Musk mystery, the deplorables, JD Vance, the surprising truth about Palestinians, stressed-out binary thinking, and more. Support the Vulnerable People Project here. Support Gaza's persecuted Christians here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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E68: Tyler Cowen on Talent, the Importance of Stamina, and Predicting Success 56:37

3h ago56:37

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This week on Upstream, we’re releasing a fascinating discussion with economist, professor, and bestselling author Tyler Cowen about how to find talented people. This was recorded in 2022 around the launch of his book 'Talent: How to Identify Energizers, Creatives, and Winners Around the World' co-authored with Daniel Gross. Tyler and Erik discuss s…

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Ray Peat, Metabolic Mastery, and the Kingdom of God - THINGS HIDDEN 202 1:54:39

1h ago1:54:39

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David Gornoski is joined by Nate Lawrence for a groundbreaking conversation on Ray Peat's bioenergetic revolution, how childlike wonder wins over death anxiety, why women and children are the future, stress and mimesis, AI and the digital hellscape, and more. Follow Nate Lawrence on X here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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THINGS HIDDEN 201: Christ, Trump in the Belly of the Whale, and the Artist's Role in Gospel 1:14:44

21m ago1:14:44

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David Gornoski is joined by musician Lex De Blanca for a fascinating conversation on the attempted assassination on Trump, why Trump shouldn't lean into the New Right's dictatorial expectations, the importance of choice in the world's salvation, the sign of Jonah, the role of art, and more. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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The Unified Stress Theory that Revolutionizes Medicine and CO2's Role 2:31:27

25m ago2:31:27

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David Gornoski sits down with anesthesiologist Dr. Lewis Coleman for a groundbreaking conversation on the human body's stress mechanism, why the truth about CO2 is being buried, the insanity of standard anesthesia procedure, healing with communal placebo, the role of the thyroid, and more. Dr. Coleman's website here. Four Forgotten Giants of Anesth…

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#101 Fat Loss: Introductory 35:17

8d ago35:17

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Join us in this mini series on fat loss. Mike and Joe discuss their own fat loss journeys as well as an intro to the topic. We hit on body types, genetics, and how nature/nuture can play a role in this issue.By Iron Disciples

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Trump and Martyr's Energy: Why Scapegoats Have Power 33:19

5d ago33:19

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After this recent assassination attempt, Donald Trump is expected to win the upcoming presidential election by a landslide. Why? David Gornoski explains how this is the result of what Jesus did in human history, particularly Christ's unveiling of sacred violence. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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How CO2 is the Key to Obesity, Longevity, Metabolism, Wound Healing, and Mental Health 1:23:58

4d ago1:23:58

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David Gornoski sits down with Steve Scott to discuss why we need Co2 more than we realize. Why does living at high altitudes reduce cancer and obesity risk? How does one know if they're CO2 deficient? How should we breathe? Why should we watch out for cosmic radiation and PUFA? Carbogenetics website here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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E66: Noah Smith on 2024 Election Strategy, American Civil Service, and Cash Benefits 1:00:49

12d ago1:00:49

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In this week’s episode of Upstream, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg discuss America's future. They cover the 2024 presidential race, the Chevron ruling from the Supreme Court, and the polarization of the education system. Noah and Erik also discuss where wokeness goes from here, and the potential outcomes of integrating more conservatives into the ci…

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Amber O'Hearn on Keto & Ray Peat's Bioenergetics vs Metabolic Crisis 1:31:48

13d ago1:31:48

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Amber O'Hearn joins David Gornoski to talk about why red meat is important, why a high protein diet may not work for everyone, how our metabolism is being destroyed, solutions to impaired thyroid, whether people get aggressive from carnivore, and more. Check out Amber's website here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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Can Clothes Protect Us From EMF Harm? 36:03

12d ago36:03

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David Gornoski sits down with Devansh Sood to talk about EMF exposure and how his clothing brand Fique is dealing with this issue. Would special clothing be enough to shield us from EHS? How does 5G affect us? What separates Fique from other EMF protective clothing? Check out Fique's website here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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YOUR City is BANKRUPT! w/Dark Enlightenment - AT The End Of The Day #21 3:33:02

13d ago3:33:02

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Dark Enlightenment joins me to discuss the growing financial and social dystopia spreading through Western cities and suburbs!SIGN UP to our Friends NOT FEDS membership for the POST SHOW HANG:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxKHCMB0iwZkqKEustgsZwA/joinGO BUY SOME COFFEE AT FOX AND SONS! www.foxnsons.comUse Coupon Code 2Bit to get 15% off all order…

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Surit Dasgupta Talks "The Reenchanted," Freedom, and the Hero's Journey 1:03:24

15d ago1:03:24

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David Gornoski is joined by Surit Dasgupta who talks about the inspiration behind his novella The Reenchanted, creating art to preserve freedom, violence in storytelling, the hero's journey, why the Gospels are artistic masterpieces, and more. Buy The Reenchanted here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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E65: Bret Weinstein on Evolutionary Biology, Markets, Moral Progress, and More 1:17:00

15d ago1:17:00

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This week on Upstream, we’re airing an interview with evolutionary biologist Bret Weinstein from 2020, originally from the Village Global podcast. They discuss Weinstein's work on evolutionary trade-offs, the intersection of markets and moral progress, as well as future governance. beehiiv: Head to https://beehiiv.com and use code "UPSTREAM" for 20…

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What Makes for a Great Film? w/ Israel and James Bannister 1:21:06

16d ago1:21:06

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David Gornoski sits down with filmmakers Israel and James Bannister for a conversation on Jiu-Jitsu, whether making art is a good business model, movies as a meditative experience, synchronicity, and more. Check out Israel and James' short films here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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#100 Common Arguments Against Christianity Pt 1 53:23

28d ago53:23

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Join us in discussing some common arguments heard against Christianity. We've heard these both online and in-person and we want to help you prepare yourself as you may face these questions and arguments in your own discussions with non-believers. We decided to split this topic into a series as they can quickly turn into large discussions. Let us kn…

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THINGS HIDDEN 200: The Log in Our Eyes w/ Jerry Bowyer 1:27:18

19d ago1:27:18

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David Gornoski sits down with Jerry Bowyer to talk about DEI in big corporations, how Christians reject the Christ archetype, the war against excellence in churches, a mutation of not being judgmental, Jesus as outlaw, and more. Check out the Meeting of Minds podcast here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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E64: Richard Hanania on Trump's Genius, Antisemitism, and Election Predictions 1:13:44

22d ago1:13:44

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In this episode of Upstream, Erik Torenberg and Richard Hanania discuss the surprising support for Donald Trump within Silicon Valley, contrasting it with earlier elections. They also explore reasons behind this shift, such as anti-wokeness sentiments, dissatisfaction with left economic policies, and the Democrats' anti-tech stance. beehiiv: Head t…

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Ray Peat's Bold Insights on High Altitude Health Benefits - Seed Oil Survival 17:34

23d ago17:34

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David Gornoski explores Ray Peat's observation on how living at high altitude increase longevity and lessen the chances of cancer and obesity. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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THINGS HIDDEN 199: The Incarnational Structure of Popular Media 1:13:34

24d ago1:13:34

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David Gornoski and Shannon Braswell talk about getting typecast in the entertainment industry, why rap music will die out, outlaw mimesis, longing for communion in media, the influence of televangelism on livestreaming, and more. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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How Women CANCELED Latin w/Kruptos - At The End Of The Day #20 1:19:38

28d ago1:19:38

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Friend of the show Kruptos has returned to discuss how the feminization of schools led to the death of the Latin language. #feminism #education #latin SIGN UP to our Friends NOT FEDS membership for the POST SHOW HANG: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxKHCMB0iwZkqKEustgsZwA/join GO BUY SOME COFFEE AT FOX AND SONS! www.foxnsons.com Use Coupon Code 2…

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THINGS HIDDEN 198: Does the Parrot Dream at Night? 2:02:09

26d ago2:02:09

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David Gornoski, Shannon Braswell, and Surit Dasgupta talk about migrant violence, matriarchy in Eastern culture, how capitalism disrupted Indian society, performative language in Eastern societies, subcultures, the N'Kisi project, the physics of mimesis, and more. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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Dr. Paul Alexander: They're Going to Kill Trump (The Science) 1:37:06

28d ago1:37:06

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Dr. Paul Alexander sits down with David Gornoski for an intriguing conversation on whether there actually was a pandemic, government deception, how the establishment plans to take out Trump, how Fauci can be held accountable, and more. Dr. Paul Alexander's Substack. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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E63: Balaji Srinivasan and Glen Weyl on Decentralized Governance, Politics, and History 1:20:29

1M ago1:20:29

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In 2019 Erik Torenberg sat down with Balaji Srinivasan and Glen Weyl to talk about the future of a decentralized world. They cover decentralized governance, politics, voting, and more. This conversation was recorded orginally for Village Global's Venture Stories. 🔥 Apply to join over 400 founders and Execs in the Turpentine Network: https://hmplogx…

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Red Lobster Vultures and Apocalyptic Economics 1:23:21

1M ago1:23:21

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David Gornoski and Shane Kennedy get together to discuss who AI will replace in the future, social media mimesis, the decline of energy in the physical world, Red Lobster woes, how to be economically free, and more. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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Steve Bannon Goes to Prison, Why Power Politics is DYING 35:26

1M ago35:26

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Why is it futile to engage in power politics? David Gornoski answers this question and talks about Steve Bannon's arrest, how Christ-hauntedness drives culture, how evil can be overcome, the stupidity of online influencing, and more. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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THINGS HIDDEN 197: How Victimism Retards Progress 1:27:46

1M ago1:27:46

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David Gornoski and Surit Dasgupta talk about how victimism stifles progress in our society, the loss of trust, lack of desire for excellence, how to regain the frontier spirit, and more. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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#99 How To Get The Most Out Of Your Workout Split 36:29

1M ago36:29

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Join us today in talking about fitness routines. We cover 3 common splits: the bro split, full body, and push pull legs. What routine have you found works best for you?By Iron Disciples

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THINGS HIDDEN 196: Why Do Badgers Fight? 1:17:29

1M ago1:17:29

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David Gornoski, Shannon Braswell, Shane Kennedy and Surit Dasgupta get together for an exciting discussion on what made Christians close-minded, why churches must abandon worship of institutions, obsessing over ecclesiology, why there is a lack of joy in church, and more. Check out Bright News here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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E62: Mike Solana on Thinking Freely and What Tech Means for Culture 1:12:00

1M ago1:12:00

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In 2020 Erik Torenberg sat down with Mike Solana, then VP at Founders Fund (now the Editor In Chief of Pirate Wires) to go deeper into his commitment to controversial ideas and freedom. He discusses the dynamics of America's culture wars, debating freedom vs. equality, the resurgence of Marxism, and the roots of anti-American sentiment. This conver…

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TRUMP And The Mimetic Cross (Appearance on 2Bit Podcast) 1:33:56

1M ago1:33:56

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David Gornoski appears on Jason Mironchuk’s “At the End of the Day” show alongside Q of Mimetic Value. “Many people know of Rene Girard’s theories of desire and violence, but what does his Mimetic Theory and the Scapegoat have to say about Christianity? Are we Westerners haunted by the Cross? Is Trump the scapegoat to end ALL scapegoats?” Subscribe…

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#98 Matthew Chapter 15 Biblical Commentary 1:04:59

2M ago1:04:59

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This is our 14th episode of the Biblical series on Matthew. We take an inside look at the content covered in our bi-weekly Iron Disciples meetings. We dig into Matthew 15 and go over the notes John puts together for our group. Join us in the conversation.By Iron Disciples

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#97 Should Christians Be Voting For Pro Choice Republicans? 1:46:12

2M ago1:46:12

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David Gornoski joins us today to discuss the controversial abortion topic and how some republicans seems to be wavering on their views or maybe their true views are showing. Should we voting for these politicians that view exceptions in fighting for life? Are we consistent in our pro life views and also our views on war?…

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TRUMP: Is He Guilty? Lies Your Liberal Teacher Told You w/ Wilfred Reilly 1:07:02

1M ago1:07:02

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David Gornoski sits down with Kentucky University Professor Wilfred Reilly to talk about the hostility to WNBA's Caitlin Clark, the impact of Trump's conviction, Reilly's upcoming book "Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me," religion as a binding agent, low testosterone, and more. Buy Prof. Reilly's book here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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THINGS HIDDEN 195: What Should We Be Doing? 54:41

1M ago54:41

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David Gornoski and James Kourtides talk about Trump's conviction, how Trump has influenced other politicians, the need for decentralization, patent gnosticism vs incarnational innovation, what free market medical industry looks like, healing the soil for abundant crops, and more. Check out James Kourtides' YouTube channel. Visit aneighborschoice.co…

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TRUMP And The Mimetic Cross w/David Gornoski & Mimetic Value - At The End Of The Day #19 1:33:56

2M ago1:33:56

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Many people know of Rene Girard's theories of desire and violence, but what does his Mimetic Theory and the Scapegoat have to say about Christianity? Are we Westerners haunted by the Cross? Is Trump the scapegoat to end ALL scapegoats? SIGN UP to our Friends NOT FEDS membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxKHCMB0iwZkqKEustgsZwA/join GO BUY S…

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The Science: Peter McCullough MD Exposes Disease X Bird Flu Agenda 47:17

1M ago47:17

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David Gornoski is joined by the returning Dr. Peter McCullough for an exciting episode of the Science. Are we facing a bird flu outbreak? Will Fauci and Co face any accountability? Why did the WHO treaty fail? Listen to the full show to find out. Visit Dr McCullough's Substack here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more…

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E61: Noah Smith on Wokeness, Right Wing Muckrakers, and Class vs Identity 1:03:01

1M ago1:03:01

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Todays episode features a conversation between Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg discussing the recent angry posts on X from David Austin Walsh, a history postdoc at Yale, and what this controversy says about elite overproduction in the US. They also cover the the rise of right-wing muckrakers, discuss what the conservative movement needs now, and who …

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The Total State and its Holy Ghost Undoing w/ Auron Macintyre 48:45

1M ago48:45

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Auron Macintyre, author of The Total State: How Liberal Democracies Become Tyrannies, joins the show to talk about what's wrong with mainstream conservatism, the underdog energy of Trump, whether history is cyclical, the reigning pseudo-gnostic worldview, the Christ-hauntedness of Trump's trial, what "loving your enemies" looks like, and more. Buy …

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Seed Oil Survival: Are PUFAs Essential? Sugar vs Starch, Thoughts on Ray Peat with Tucker Goodrich 1:08:53

1M ago1:08:53

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Tucker Goodrich returns to the show to look back at the Ray Peat bioenergetic paradigm while also addressing PUFA damage, qualms about Keto diet, whether Omega 6 should be avoided, sugar vs starch, and more. Read Tucker's Substack here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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Trump at the Libertarian Party Convention - My Thoughts 52:46

2M ago52:46

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David Gornoski breaks down Trump's presence at the Libertarian Party Convention and the state of libertarianism in America. Is libertarianism the closest philosophy to Christianity? What do libertarians lack when it comes to anthropology? Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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THINGS HIDDEN 194: Finding the Sweet Wonder of Life 1:29:40

2M ago1:29:40

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David Gornoski and Surit Dasgupta talk about the wonders of being pro-life. They start the conversation on how the Eucharist saves the world from cannibalism and then move into how humans are attracted and repulsed like magnets. Why do moderns recoil at differences? Does Christianity mean to deprive ourselves of the good things in life? Visit aneig…

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E60: AI in the Techno-Economic War with China with Vinod Khosla, Todd Young, and Jacob Helberg 21:46

2M ago21:46

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In this episode of Upstream, we're publishing a session recorded live at The Hill & Valley Forum in May 2024 hosted by Jacob Helberg, and featuring Vinod Khosla of Khosla Ventures, and Senator Todd Young (R-IN). Khosla and Young dive straight into the most pressing national security concerns regarding the threat of AI. In this techno-economic race,…

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Imprisoning Trump Destroys the Prison State 37:48

2M ago37:48

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David Gornoski connects the anthropology of the Cornerstone Effect with the current administration's persecution of Donald Trump. Why is prison the best thing that could happen to Trump right now? Does the Left worship Trump? Listen to the full show to find out. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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THINGS HIDDEN 193: The Christ Haunted Town of Twin Peaks 58:23

2M ago58:23

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David Gornoski and Surit Dasgupta explore David Lynch's TV series Twin Peaks through a Gospel-oriented anthropological lens. Among the topics covered are Lynch's cyclical narratives, the truth behind whodunnit mysteries, how the haunting of Laura Palmer translates into the real world, and more. The Twin Peaks analysis video we talk about is here. V…

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The Old RESISTANCE w/Thomas777 - At The End Of The Day #18 56:00

2M ago56:00

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Thomas777 RETURNS to discuss the TRUE history of the REAL DR! SIGN UP to our Friends NOT FEDS membership for the POST SHOW HANG:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxKHCMB0iwZkqKEustgsZwA/joinSend me PayPal Bucks! 02bitspodcast@gmail.com Support the Show on Patreon: www.patreon.com/2BitPodcastOR on Substack: substack.com/@2bitpodcastFollow Jason on on…

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E59: Bryan Caplan on Housing Regulation, Fertility, and Crime 1:08:56

2M ago1:08:56

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This week on Upstream, Erik sits down with Bryan Caplan to discuss his new book about housing regulation. The conversation touches on political economy, fertility, crime, and more. beehiiv: Head to https://Beehiiv.com and use code "UPSTREAM" for 20% off your first three months. 🔥 Apply to join over 400 founders and Execs in the Turpentine Network: …

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THINGS HIDDEN 192: Power Made Perfect 45:17

2M ago45:17

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David Gornoski talks about the futility of power-grabbing politics, how to really defeat fear-filled mythologies, the bias against innovation in dissenting media, gnostic/dualistic trappings, co-participating with God in the renewal of the world, and more. Visit aneighborschoice.com for moreBy David Gornoski

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