The Deductionist Podcast

Everything you think you know about how to spot a liar is wrong. In this episode, we expose the truth behind body language myths, why lie detection fails, and how to actually catch a liar using science-backed strategies. Learn the shocking psychology behind stress vs. deception, memory flaws, and why eye contact means NOTHING. Perfect for true crime junkies, psychology nerds, and anyone who wants...

Everyone asks the same question: What do you read to think like Sherlock Holmes? But the real skill isn’t in memorising book lists it’s in learning how to decide what’s worth reading in the first place. In this episode of The Deductionist Podcast , we breaks down a process for choosing reading material that sharpens memory, reasoning, and observation without wasting time on clutter. You’ll le...

In this eye-opening episode of The Deductionist Podcast, hosts from the Behavioural Intelligence Academy explore one of the most misunderstood yet powerful aspects of human behaviour, context. Why do people act so differently in seemingly similar situations? How can changing environments alter the meaning of someone's actions entirely? From cognitive biases to high-profile case studies, we unpack...

In this episode of, we dive deep into the Reasoning Funnel which is  a step-by-step framework to sharpen your ability to think clearly, challenge assumptions, and avoid the traps of cognitive bias. You can join in with the streams when they go out if you are in the facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/292140320918864 We explore: Why humans leap to simple conclusions when facing comp...

In The Death of Reason , we explore why critical thinking is vanishing in a world addicted to outrage, division, and blind faith in proven liars. From the psychology of motivated reasoning to the neuroscience of how lies hijack our brains, this episode reveals how clarity is lost, and what it takes to get it back. Drawing inspiration from Sherlock Holmes’ insistence on facts before theory, we unco...

In this episode of the Deductionist Podcast, we are joined by Kieran, a lifelong hospitality leader and passionate advocate for multigenerational teamwork.     Kieran shares powerful stories from running pubs, turning tough environments into thriving communities, and the role that listening, curiosity, and intent-based leadership play in building successful teams.     From Glyn...

Sherlock may have something to say as The Big Five personality model is often praised as the gold standard in psychology but what if it's missing the most important part of human behavior? In this episode of The Deductionist Podcast, we dive deep into how traditional personality frameworks fall short in the real world. Using Holmesian logic, sherlock insight into real-world deduction, and cutting-...

For the deductionist, curiosity isn’t just a nice trait, it’s the engine of learning, the driver of observation, and the spark of critical thinking. Without it, conversations stay shallow, patterns go unnoticed, and our ability to reason is dulled. Research (Kross et al., 2013) shows that modern conversations often leave us less satisfied, less heard, and less engaged. The antidote? Curiosity. As...

Sherlock Holmes once said that it is a capital mistake to theorise before one has data. In this episode of The Deductionist Podcast , we put that into practice. Forget “gut guesses” and overhyped body language tricks, we’re diving into the real science of reading behaviour. From Holmes’ observations in The Adventure of the Cardboard Box to modern psychological research, we explore how baselines, c...

In this episode of The Deductionist Podcast , we dive into the fascinating world of nudge theory,  the subtle ways environments and choices are structured to influence behavior without force. From fruit placed at eye level in supermarkets to government campaigns during the pandemic, nudges shape our daily lives more than we realise. We explore the psychology and ethics of nudging, how it thri...

In this episode of the Deductionist Podcast, we sit down with Coby Ambrose, founder of Ambro Tech Limited, to explore why listening is the most underrated skill in IT support. Kobe shares how his human-first approach sets him apart from traditional tech departments, the surprising emotional side of tech troubleshooting, and why understanding people is just as important as understanding systems. Re...

Is your ability to read people secretly being sabotaged by your memory? In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden connection between working memory and behavioural intelligence. Backed by cutting-edge neuroscience and cognitive psychology, we explore how your memory capacity impacts your ability to observe, interpret, and respond to others. You'll learn: Why behavioural intelligence depends on...

This episode isn’t theoretical. It’s personal. Very personal. Something happened this week involving my daughter that I wouldn’t wish on anyone. It shook me. And yet, I found myself confronted by the very thing I teach: emotional regulation, critical thinking, and behavioural intelligence, not in a classroom, but in real life, where it counts. Everyone expected rage. Violence. Retaliation. And I’l...

In this episode, we dive into The Analyst’s Toolkit — exploring the powerful mental quadrants of instinct, intuition, logic, and reasoning. Whether you're in behavioral analysis, executive protection, investigations, or just fascinated by how elite thinkers operate, this toolkit is essential. We break down: 🧠 What instinct really is and how it hijacks or helps 🌫️ Why intuition feels like magic (a...

In this eye-opening episode of the Behavioural Intelligence series, we sit down with Ruth Fenton legal management consultant, neurodivergent mentor, and certified chaos-tamer to explore what it really means to think differently. From the misunderstood signs of ADHD and autism to the silent strategies of high masking, Ruth shares her raw, witty, and enlightening perspective on living and thriving w...

Welcome back, kindred spirits. In this episode, we peel back the curtain on everything changing behind the scenes. From splitting the show into two new streams (Behavioral Intelligence and Deductionist Core) to the memory mission that’s taken the internet by storm, this is your catch-up, reset, and rallying cry. You’ll hear about: 🔍 Why pseudoscience is out and evidence-based skills are in 🧠 How...

Forget what you’ve been sold about "deception detection" and reading folded arms. In this episode, we go deep into the evolution of investigative interviewing, from the coercive confessions of the past to the empathy-driven peace models that actually work. With stories spanning from the Birmingham Six to the Central Park Five, we break down the shift from force to conversation, from ego to ethics....

Is your body betraying your mind or the other way around? In this episode of The Deductionist Podcast, we dive deep into the link between movement, emotion, and behavior. From the controversy around Amy Cuddy's power posing to the science of facial feedback, we unravel whether your posture can truly influence your mindset or just make you look weird in interviews. We challenge surface-level interp...

In this special crossover series with the Behavioural Intelligence Academy, we pull back the curtain on the skillset that turns good observers into elite operators. This episode is your gateway into the world of Behavioural Intelligence what it is, why it matters, and how to start practising it in your everyday life. We break down the science and strategy behind reading people, places, and pattern...

In this episode of The Deductionist Podcast, we dismantle the myth that neurodivergent minds are at a disadvantage in high-performance environments. From ADHD’s hyperfocus in crisis to autism’s unmatched pattern recognition and dyslexia’s spatial genius—what if the minds society tried to “fix” are exactly the ones best suited for observation, decision-making, and tactical dominance? We explore the...

What does it really take to give a TED Talk? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my personal journey—from the first spark of an idea to stepping onto the iconic red circle at TED. https://youtu.be/7E2Ibe66j94?si=9cNtf-7vdlWDH7E2 - My TED Talk The Charity Sherlock Holmes night https://youtu.be/q40hbX3ODdc?si=hemmjXJbW2zZE1kL https://mxpublishing.com/products/an-evening-with-sherlock-ho...

Discover how building an investigator career leads to unexpected knowledge—from geographic profiling to solar energy systems. Learn the essential and surprising skills every modern investigator needs to stay ahead. DISCORD SERVER PEOPLE UNITE https://discord.gg/BBNAcGn9DC 2025 is off to a fun start Riddle competition https://www.omniscient-insights.com/riddle-test Join our community here https://b...

What if your empathy is hurting your clarity? In this powerful episode, we dismantle the myth that "feeling everything" makes you more perceptive — and show you how to think like Sherlock Holmes instead. We dive into the neuroscience of emotional regulation, the Stoic approach to calibrated concern, and Paul Bloom’s provocative insights from Against Empathy. You’ll discover the difference between...

What is the path of the warrior and if you are a warrior should you already be on it? Me and @Liam take a look at applying the warriors rationale towards discipline DISCORD SERVER PEOPLE UNITE https://discord.gg/BBNAcGn9DC 2025 is off to a fun start Riddle competition https://www.omniscient-insights.com/riddle-test Sherlock Holmes lives the methods, but how does sherlock do it all at once! https:/...

Stoicism and beyond for Deduction training. Stoicism and the folks that practiced, thousands of years ago, knew what they were talking about! DISCORD SERVER PEOPLE UNITE https://discord.gg/BBNAcGn9DC 2025 is off to a fun start Riddle competition https://www.omniscient-insights.com/riddle-test Sherlock Holmes lives the methods, but how does sherlock do it all at once! https://www.omniscient-insight...