People Who Read People: A Behavior and Psychology Podcast

Zachary Elwood

Topics: Social Sciences · Mental Health · Politics

No. 116 in Science▲4

This show will help you understand human behavior and psychology so you can better navigate your personal and professional life and better connect with people. The host Zachary Elwood, known for his Reading Poker Tells trilogy of books, talks with a wide range of guests who have unique real-world insights, including: law enforcement professionals, behavior and psychology researchers, sports analysts, visa officers, jury consultants, political researchers, mental health experts, and many more. What drives this show is the idea that truly understanding people requires patience, nuance, and a willingness to question simplistic ideas and assumptions. There are more than 200 episodes. To learn...

Latest episodeLuke Geel made an AI to read poker tells: How successful was it?November 1, 2026 · 64 min

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Latest episodes

1. Luke Geel made an AI to read poker tells: How successful was it?November 1, 2026 · 64 min
2. The "Lie Guy" wrote a book on reading body language in interrogations—then changed his mindOctober 17, 2026 · 57 min
3. Pro slot machine player on gambling strategies, risks, the lifestyle, and moreOctober 11, 2026 · 50 min
4. A private investigator's tips on reading and manipulating peopleOctober 3, 2026 · 66 min
5. She’s certified by Joe Navarro in body language: How has it helped her?September 27, 2026 · 44 min
6. A critical look at Paul Ekman, Joe Navarro, and the entire "behavior expert" industrySeptember 20, 2026 · 114 min
7. Army Psy-Op veteran talks influence, blowback, psy-op myths, and moreAugust 28, 2026 · 89 min
8. Can computers spot lies better than humans?, with Bennett KleinbergAugust 12, 2026 · 60 min
9. Inside a Scientology e-meter auditing session, with Chris SheltonAugust 1, 2026 · 84 min
10. How Pete Blair scored 100% in a deception detection studyJuly 24, 2026 · 64 min

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