Research, Publications & Professional Contributions of Stan B. Walters
For more than four decades, Stan B. Walters—known internationally as “The Lie Guy®”—has studied and taught investigative interviewing and interrogation methods. His work focuses on improving the reliability, accuracy, and courtroom defensibility of investigative interviews through evidence-based investigative interviewing practices. The resources below represent key publications, research contributions, and educational series that reflect his continuing work to advance reliable and scientifically grounded interview methods.
Books & Major Publications
Principles of Kinesic Interview and Interrogation (2nd Edition)
A foundational work examining behavioral communication and investigative interviewing techniques used by law enforcement professionals.
The Truth About Lying: How to Spot a Lie and Protect Yourself from Deception
An internationally published work exploring deception, credibility assessment, and investigative communication. The book has been translated into multiple languages.
Research & Concept Development
Stan B. Walters has developed several research-based concepts designed to improve the reliability, accuracy, and courtroom defensibility of investigative interviews.
- Cognitive Reliability Framework (CRF) – A structured model for evaluating the reliability of statements and investigative interviews by analyzing cognitive strain, narrative structure, and information consistency rather than relying on traditional deception cues.
- Daubert Standards for Interview & Interrogation Training – An examination of how investigative interviewing methods must meet scientific reliability and evidentiary standards to withstand scrutiny in court.
Educational Series
Stan B. Walters produces several ongoing educational and commentary series focused on investigative interviewing, deception analysis, and the reliability of statements used in criminal investigations.
- Inside the Interview Room (ITIR) – A continuing video series analyzing investigative interviews, interrogation methods, and deception claims in real-world cases. Episodes examine how interview techniques influence the reliability and credibility of statements obtained during investigations.
- Jury Room vs Training Room (JR-TR) – A commentary series exploring how interrogation and interview methods taught in training environments hold up when those same techniques are scrutinized in courtrooms.
- The Signal – A short-form professional insight series highlighting key concepts, research findings, and practical observations related to investigative interviewing and credibility assessment.
Research Library & Interview Archives
Stan B. Walters maintains a personal research library containing thousands of books, journal articles, and research materials related to investigative interviewing, interrogation methods, deception, psychology, and communication.
In addition, he has directed and produced more than 1,500 videotaped interviews of incarcerated offenders conducted in 40 correctional facilities across the United States and abroad. These interviews provide rare observational insight into offender communication patterns and the dynamics of investigative interviews.
Professional Training & Instruction
For more than four decades, Stan B. Walters has delivered investigative interviewing and interrogation training to law enforcement agencies, military units, intelligence personnel, and investigative professionals throughout the United States and internationally. His courses focus on evidence-based interview methods designed to improve the accuracy, reliability, and courtroom defensibility of investigative interviews.
His training programs emphasize modern research in cognitive interviewing, communication psychology, and investigative interviewing techniques that help investigators obtain more reliable and complete information during interviews.
Podcast & Media Appearances
Stan B. Walters, known as “The Lie Guy®,” has appeared on numerous podcasts and radio programs discussing investigative interviewing, deception detection, and evidence-based interrogation methods.
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Blue Canary: For Cops By a Cop — “Interviews with Stan Walters” Season 3, Episode 10 — November 2, 2022 Discussion on investigative interviewing and interrogation practices in law enforcement.
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Grappling with the Gray — Episode 128: “You Can’t Hide Your Lyin’ I’s?” Host: Rabbi Yonason Goldson Panel discussion on honesty, ethical decision-making, and truth-telling in high-stakes conversations.
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The Brain Language Podcast — “The Truth About Lying with Stan B. Walters” Episode 70 — April 20, 2023 Discussion on deception detection, interrogation myths, and the reliability of body language cues in investigative interviews.
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The Anton Savage Show - (Sept 7, 2025) How to identify a liar with Stan Walters aka 'The Lie Guy®" Understanding deception isn’t necessarily about body language, it’s about patterns, psychology, and context. But how can we spot them?
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Truth, Lies and Coverups with Traci Brown — “FBI Lie Detection and Interrogation with The Lie Guy Stan Walters” Episode 20 — July 14, 2020 Discussion on deception detection, interrogation strategy, and extracting reliable information during investigative interviews.
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Screw The Commute — “The Lie Guy: Tom Interviews Stan Walters” Episode 89 — February 13, 2019 Interview with Stan B. Walters discussing investigative interviewing, deception detection, and the research behind effective interrogation techniques.
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Macrodosing: (Octo. 26, 2023) How An Interrogator Can Tell You’re Lying (Ft. Interrogator Stan Walters ‘The Lie Guy’)
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Straight Talk Radio with Chuck Gallagher — Interview with Stan Walters Hosted by Chuck Gallagher Discussion on investigative interviewing, deception detection, and ethical decision-making in high-stakes conversations.
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