Episodes
Lies: Why People Lie and How the Truth Reveals Itself
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg breaks down one of the oldest and most universal parts of human behavior: lying. From childhood deception to life-altering falsehoods, David explains why people lie, how lies develop, and what actually happens inside the body when someone is being deceptive.
Drawing on his experience as an expert polygraph examiner, David explains why telling the truth is natural while lying requires effort, memory, and control. He explores how …
Polygraph Q&A: Pre-Employment, Inconclusives, Juveniles, and Common Myths
In this listener Q&A episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg answers questions sent in from around the United States and around the world, covering some of the most common concerns people have before taking a polygraph test.
From pre-employment issues and prior juvenile history to heart murmurs, inconclusive results, private testing, juvenile testing age requirements, and whether a spouse can sit in during an exam, David breaks down what really matters — and what doesn’t …
Polygraphs, False Allegations & Winning Back Custody: A Conversation with Lisa
In this powerful and practical episode, David Goldberg joins Lisa on her podcast, Been There Got Out, for an in-depth conversation about false allegations, high-conflict custody battles, and how polygraph examinations can provide clarity, leverage, and closure.
When parents are falsely accused of abuse, the emotional toll is immediate and overwhelming. Children may be removed, reputations destroyed, and legal battles can drag on for months—or even years. David explains why stress man…
Deflection, Accountability, and Being a Voice for the Victims
In this powerful follow-up episode, David Goldberg examines the recent Capitol Hill hearing surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case and focuses on what he believes matters most: accountability and the voices of victims.
Drawing from his experience as an investigator and polygraph examiner, David analyzes what he observed during the hearing—particularly instances of deflection, non-answers, and rhetorical diversion instead of direct responses to direct questions. He explains how deflecti…
The Epstein Files: Grooming, Power, and the Truth Behind the Investigation
In this highly sensitive episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg examines the long-running Jeffrey Epstein case and the disturbing realities surrounding the trafficking and abuse of minors.
Drawing from his experience in criminal justice and child exploitation investigations, David explains how grooming works, how predators manipulate vulnerable victims, and how recruitment networks operate behind the scenes. He discusses the role of power, wealth, and influence in shielding …
Reality vs. TV Polygraphs: What a Real Exam Looks Like
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg exposes one of the biggest misconceptions in the world of lie detection: the difference between real polygraph testing and the fake, fabricated versions often seen on television and online.
David explains why so many “polygraph tests” featured on reality shows, YouTube clips, and entertainment programs are not legitimate examinations at all. He breaks down how these staged tests are designed for ratings, drama, and profit—not tr…
When Leadership Fails: The Death of Alex Pretti and the Cost of Chaos
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg examines the highly controversial death of Alex Pretti, a Minnesota VA ICU nurse killed during an encounter with federal agents.
Drawing on decades of experience in criminal justice and law enforcement, David breaks down the footage, training standards, operational protocols, and leadership failures that may have contributed to a tragic outcome. This discussion is strictly educational, not political, and encourages listeners to …
When Trust Becomes a Weapon (Part 2): Demanding Accountability to Protect Children
In Part 2 of When Trust Becomes a Weapon: Protecting Children from Abuse, David Goldberg shifts the focus from awareness to accountability—examining how institutions, authority figures, and systems repeatedly fail the very children they claim to protect.
Using the historic Larry Nassar case as a central example, David breaks down how positions of trust, power, and control are weaponized against minors, and how warning signs were ignored by major institutions, governing bodies, and ov…