Inside The Polygraph with David Goldberg

What happens when a trauma survivor's story doesn't match what people expect? Does a fragmented memory, delayed disclosure, or unexpected emotional response make someone less believable? On this episode of Inside the Polygraph , host and expert polygraph examiner David Goldberg welcomes Shannon Snedaker , accomplished trial attorney, founder of Snedaker Law, and creator of The Trauma Att...

From Soft White Underbelly with Mark Laita to Whatever Podcast with Brian Atlas and Sit Down with Michael Franzese , David Goldberg shares the experiences behind his recent high-profile guest appearances. But first, David addresses a serious issue: protecting children from sexual predators. Following recent arrests involving educators accused of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) offenses, he ques...

Can you really beat a lie detector test? How accurate are polygraphs? And what happens when an examiner gets it wrong? In this special guest episode of Inside the Polygraph , David Goldberg joins Giuliano Grimaldo , host of How to Be a Person , for an eye-opening conversation about the science, psychology, and human stories behind polygraph examinations. With over 25 years of experience and more t...

In this follow-up episode of Inside the Polygraph , David examines newly discussed evidence surrounding the sexual assault allegations involving seven Cornell University fraternity members, while challenging how the original investigation was conducted. Drawing on his experience as a former sexual assault investigator and professional polygraph examiner, David addresses: New Evidence: A reported r...

What is the truth about polygraph testing? Can it really detect deception? How accurate is it, and why is it so often misunderstood? In this special guest appearance on The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast , nationally recognized polygraph examiner David Goldberg joins host Pat Welsh for an in-depth conversation about the science, misconceptions, and real-world applications of polygraph examinations...

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 allegat...

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 st...

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...

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 violenc...

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...

What happens when someone finally believes the story you've carried for years? In this powerful episode of Giving Pain Purpose , host Lyndsay Soprano sits down with David Goldberg —board-certified expert polygraph examiner, veteran investigator, and host of Inside the Polygraph —for an honest conversation about truth, trauma, healing, and the life-changing impact of validation. With more than...

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 differenc...

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 o...

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...

In this episode of Inside the Polygraph , David Goldberg answers some of the most common questions he's been receiving from listeners, clients, and viewers across all of his social media platforms. From pre-employment polygraph examinations to the dangers of online referral services, David shares practical advice based on decades of investigative experience and more than 25 years as a board-c...

Why do some affairs end in heartbreak while others end in tragedy? In this powerful episode of Inside the Polygraph , David Goldberg examines one of the most disturbing questions in criminal investigations: Why does infidelity sometimes lead to murder? Drawing from decades of experience in law enforcement, criminal investigations, and more than 25 years as a board-certified polygraph examiner, Dav...

Can being nervous make you fail a polygraph? Does ADHD or medication affect the results? Can someone actually beat a polygraph? What does an inconclusive result really mean? In this episode of Inside the Polygraph , David Goldberg answers the questions he hears most often from people considering a polygraph examination. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience and over 20,000 examinations, Davi...

In this episode of Inside the Polygraph , David Goldberg explores one of the most misunderstood topics in relationships: the difference between infidelity and a true affair . While many people use the terms interchangeably, David explains why understanding the distinction can completely change how a relationship is evaluated—and why it matters when seeking the truth. Drawing from more than two dec...

In this episode of Inside the Polygraph , David Goldberg answers some of the most common questions he receives about polygraph testing, truth, deception, nervousness, relationships, investigations, and why people fear taking a polygraph examination. He also takes a moment to thank the listeners, followers, and aspiring new examiners who have reached out after watching the show, including Dan, Soph...

In this special episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg appears as a guest on People Who Read People with host Zachary Elwood for an in-depth conversation about truth, deception, credibility, and the real-world use of polygraph testing. The discussion explores not only how polygraph examinations work, but also why they remain one of the most debated tools in investigations, employment scre...

In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg takes on a critical issue that directly affects anyone seeking a polygraph examination: examiner training, continuing education, and why failing to choose the right examiner can have life-changing consequences. He explains why ongoing training is not optional in the polygraph profession and why every qualified examiner should be continuing th...

In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg tackles one of the biggest fears people have about polygraph testing: the fear of failing, the fear of being judged incorrectly, and the fear that the examiner may get it wrong. He compares that fear to taking any other important test in life, whether it is a school exam, a medical test, or a professional evaluation, and explains why so many...

In this special episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg appears as a guest on Thoughts Atlas with host Blessed for a powerful conversation about truth, deception, trust, fear, memory, and the deeper realities of human behavior. Speaking from more than three decades of experience in investigations, credibility work, and polygraph examination, David shares the personal story behind his caree...

In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg explains the wide range of serious issues that can be resolved through a properly administered polygraph examination and why choosing the right examiner is one of the most important decisions a person can make. He breaks down how polygraph testing is not a one-size-fits-all process and why so many people walk away with a negative opinion of p...

In this episode of Inside the Polygraph, David Goldberg takes a deep dive into one of the most destructive issues in relationships: high insecurities, false allegations, and the toxic narratives that some men and women build in their own minds. He explains how unresolved trauma from past relationships, poor communication, and deep mistrust can carry over into new relationships and slowly destroy t...