Episodes
What to Do When You TOLD the TRUTH but Failed Your Polygraph Exam
Not all polygraph examiners are created equal.
And when the stakes are high, a careless, poorly trained, or unethical examiner can destroy someone’s reputation, cost them a job opportunity, or permanently damage their life — even when they told the truth.
In this powerful episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert examiner David Goldberg exposes what really happens when innocent people are tested by inexperienced or unprofessional examiners. David shares real cases (confidential…
Inside the Mind of a Narcissist: The Test They Can’t Manipulate
Narcissists lie. They gaslight. They twist reality.
But there’s one thing they can’t control—
their physiology.
In this eye-opening episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert examiner David Goldberg breaks down why narcissists struggle to hide the truth when facing a professionally administered polygraph exam.
Drawing from years of real cases (shared confidentially and without personal details), David explains:
How narcissists use manipulation, charm, and cont…
The Most Dishonest Time of the Year | Inside Infidelity During the Holiday Season
The holidays may be a time for celebration, but for many couples, it’s also the season when secrets surface, suspicions grow, and relationships face their toughest tests. In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert examiner David Goldberg takes you behind the scenes of one of the busiest—and most heartbreaking—times of the year for infidelity polygraph examinations.
David breaks down:
Why cheating spikes during the holiday season
The psychological and emotional tr…
How Does a Polygraph Machine ACTUALLY Work
In this no-B.S. breakdown, expert polygraph examiner David Goldberg takes you inside the polygraph—literally. No gimmicks, no theatrics, no TV drama. Just the real science, real equipment, and real process behind how a polygraph exam works.
David walks you step-by-step through the instrument:
What each sensor measures
How your physiology responds to questions
What patterns examiners look for
How charts are interpreted
And why the examiner—not t…
Watch This BEFORE Paying a Polygraph Examiner
Hiring the wrong polygraph examiner can cost you the truth, your credibility, and in some cases—your entire future. In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert examiner David Goldberg breaks down what you absolutely need to know before you trust anyone to conduct a polygraph exam.
David exposes the red flags of untrained, unethical, or careless examiners, explains how improper testing can ruin valid cases, and outlines the standards every legitimate professional should follow. Fr…
Polygraph vs. Prime Time: The Truth Behind the Drama
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert examiner David Goldberg pulls back the curtain on how polygraph exams are portrayed on television — and why the entertainment version rarely reflects how real polygraphs work.
Without naming or targeting any specific shows or individuals, David explains how high-pressure televised environments can:
skip crucial steps required for accurate testing,
manipulate emotions for dramatic effect,
and leave people publicly…
The Problem with TV Lie Detectors | What They Don’t Show You
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert examiner David Goldberg takes a hard look at how televised polygraphs—from daytime talk shows to crime documentaries—have distorted the public’s understanding of what a real polygraph exam is and how it works.
David shares his professional opinion on why these dramatized versions harm the credibility of legitimate examiners and mislead viewers about accuracy, ethics, and the science behind the test. From rushed “results” on national TV …
How to prepare for a preemployment polygraph | What to expect
Stepping into a polygraph exam for a new job can be stressful — but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, expert examiner David Goldberg walks you through exactly what to expect before, during, and after a pre-employment polygraph, and how to ensure you’re working with a qualified professional.
David explains how legitimate examiners prepare candidates, structure their questions, and interpret results — and how to spot the red flags of an untrained or carele…