April 17, 2026
Falsely Accused or Under Investigation? The Eric Swalwell Case: Power, Control, and Denial
In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg takes on one of the biggest misconceptions surrounding polygraph examinations: the claim that they are useless, unreliable, or cannot help in real legal matters. Speaking directly to anyone who is falsely accused, under investigation, or facing criminal allegations, David explains why relying on opinions from family, friends, social media, or uninformed sources can be one of the biggest mistakes a person makes when their future is on the line.
Drawing from more than 24 years of experience as an advanced, board-certified, licensed, and court-certified polygraph examiner, David breaks down how a properly administered polygraph can help move a case from a he said, she said accusation to something supported by evidence. He explains why the experience level of the examiner matters, why criminal and high-stakes issue testing is very different from simple pre-employment testing, and how detailed polygraph reports can be used by strong attorneys to support their clients in criminal and custody-related matters.
David also addresses why some attorneys tell clients not to take a polygraph, how fear of a bad result often drives that advice, and why experienced attorneys who understand how to use polygraph evidence have helped clients win cases repeatedly. He makes the case that if a person is truly innocent, proactive steps matter, and a professionally conducted examination may provide vindication, closure, and a powerful piece of support for their defense.
The episode then shifts into a high-profile current event involving former Congressman Eric Swalwell, using the case to discuss a broader pattern often seen in sexual misconduct and abuse allegations involving powerful men. David examines the role of power, control, denial, intimidation, victim hesitation, and delayed reporting, and explains why multiple allegations can point to deeper predatory behavior rather than isolated claims. He also discusses how public statements, partial admissions, and reputation management often play into these cases when powerful people begin losing the protection of their position.
This episode is for anyone facing false allegations, dealing with a criminal investigation, trying to understand how polygraphs can actually help, or looking for a deeper investigator’s perspective on power-driven misconduct cases in the public eye.
The information presented in this podcast is based on the real-life experience and professional expertise of David Goldberg, expert polygraph examiner with Executive Protection Group Polygraph Services, based in Virginia Beach.
📞 Call David at (757) 495-1301 to get started now.
Drawing from more than 24 years of experience as an advanced, board-certified, licensed, and court-certified polygraph examiner, David breaks down how a properly administered polygraph can help move a case from a he said, she said accusation to something supported by evidence. He explains why the experience level of the examiner matters, why criminal and high-stakes issue testing is very different from simple pre-employment testing, and how detailed polygraph reports can be used by strong attorneys to support their clients in criminal and custody-related matters.
David also addresses why some attorneys tell clients not to take a polygraph, how fear of a bad result often drives that advice, and why experienced attorneys who understand how to use polygraph evidence have helped clients win cases repeatedly. He makes the case that if a person is truly innocent, proactive steps matter, and a professionally conducted examination may provide vindication, closure, and a powerful piece of support for their defense.
The episode then shifts into a high-profile current event involving former Congressman Eric Swalwell, using the case to discuss a broader pattern often seen in sexual misconduct and abuse allegations involving powerful men. David examines the role of power, control, denial, intimidation, victim hesitation, and delayed reporting, and explains why multiple allegations can point to deeper predatory behavior rather than isolated claims. He also discusses how public statements, partial admissions, and reputation management often play into these cases when powerful people begin losing the protection of their position.
This episode is for anyone facing false allegations, dealing with a criminal investigation, trying to understand how polygraphs can actually help, or looking for a deeper investigator’s perspective on power-driven misconduct cases in the public eye.
The information presented in this podcast is based on the real-life experience and professional expertise of David Goldberg, expert polygraph examiner with Executive Protection Group Polygraph Services, based in Virginia Beach.
📞 Call David at (757) 495-1301 to get started now.