Episodes
The Cornell Seven: Consent, Intoxication & Accountability
What happens when consent, intoxication, disturbing text messages, and institutional accountability collide in a sexual-assault controversy?
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg examines the case that has become widely known online as the “Cornell Seven.” Drawing on his experience as a former sexual-assault investigator and expert polygraph examiner, David discusses the allegations, the reported communications between the individuals involved, and the difficult question…
Inside the Caleb Flynn Trial: Affair, Obsession & Evidence
What happens when an alleged affair, thousands of private messages, a deteriorating marriage, and a shocking death collide in a murder trial?
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg examines the case surrounding Caleb Flynn and the death of his wife, Ashley Flynn—breaking down the relationships, communications, behavior, and evidence presented as part of the case.
Central to the story is Caleb’s alleged relationship with Aaliyah Botner. The episode explores th…
Can TV polygraph shows really be trusted?
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert polygraph examiner David Goldberg takes an in-depth look at how televised lie detector tests have shaped public perception of polygraph examinations for decades.
From Maury to The Steve Wilkos Show, David breaks down what viewers see on television versus how professional polygraph examinations are conducted in real investigative, legal, and private settings. He discusses the differences in testing procedures, the role of entertainment in tel…
Surviving Narcissistic Abuse: Tara's Story Could Save Your Life
How do intelligent, successful people become trapped in abusive relationships?
In this powerful episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg sits down with Tara Zalewski—real estate investor, entrepreneur, author, and survivor of a narcissistically abusive marriage.
Tara shares her deeply personal story of manipulation, gaslighting, emotional abuse, infidelity, and ultimately physical violence. More importantly, she explains the warning signs she wishes she had recognized sooner—and…
25 Years After 9/11: The Goodbye That Changed Everything | A First Responder Reflects
Twenty-five years later... we still remember.
In this deeply personal episode of Inside the Polygraph, host David Goldberg reflects on one of the darkest days in American history—not only as an investigator, but as a 9/11 first responder who answered the call to Ground Zero.
David shares his firsthand experience volunteering alongside fellow law enforcement officers after the attacks, working at Ground Zero, assisting the NYPD, supporting recovery efforts, and witnessing the extraordin…
The Truth About Real Victims and False Allegations
When someone makes a false allegation of sexual assault, the consequences extend far beyond the accused—they can also make it harder for genuine victims to be heard, believed, and supported.
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, veteran investigator and expert polygraph examiner David Goldberg explores one of the most sensitive and controversial issues in criminal investigations: the difference between legitimate victims of sexual abuse and fabricated allegations.
Drawing on more th…
Inside the Lindsay Clancy Trial: Doubt and Defense
The Lindsay Clancy case has sparked intense debate across the country. But what happens when public opinion collides with the legal standard of reasonable doubt?
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, veteran investigator and board-certified polygraph examiner David Goldberg examines the ongoing Lindsay Clancy trial through the lens of criminal investigations, courtroom procedure, and decades of experience analyzing complex homicide cases.
David breaks down why this trial i…
Why Your Polygraph Results Didn't Change Anything | Real Cases That Will Change How You Think
What happens after a polygraph test?
Many people believe that once a polygraph is over, the truth automatically fixes everything. In reality, that's not always the case.
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert polygraph examiner David Goldberg shares three real client stories that reveal what happened after their examinations, including one aspiring firefighter who refused to give up after an inconclusive result, a woman who escaped a dangerous relationship after recognizi…