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Truth Be Told

Dave Thompson
Communication
Effective Communication
Investigative Interviewing
Empathy
Wrongful Convictions
Mental Health
Psychology
Artificial Intelligence
Leadership
Interview Techniques
Networking
Thaddeus Boone
Wrongful Conviction
Choice
Memory
Burnout
Wicklander-Zulawski
Red Knot Capital
Public Speaking
Communication Strategies

Conversations that debunk myths, explore case studies and identify the keys to effective communication with a Certified Forensic Interviewer and special guests. Need to talk to an employee about a disciplinary issue? A family member or significant other about an uncomfortable topic? Attempting to uncover the truth of ”what really happened” through effective questioning and active listening? With u... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when you spend more than two decades helping organizations communicate, investigate, and build trust across the globe?

In this episode of Truth Be Told, Dave Thompson, CFI sits down with WZ Vice President of International, Chris Norris,... more

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This episode of Truth Be Told dives into the intersection of wrongful convictions, communication, strategy, and even poker.

In this powerful conversation, Dave Thompson, CFI sits down with innocence attorney and poker player Claudia Salinas to explo... more

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What if the strongest thing you can do… is talk about it?

In this powerful episode of Truth Be Told, Pasha Palanker shares his extraordinary journey from Soviet immigrant to decorated U.S. Army veteran — and the invisible battle that followed him ho... more

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What happens when the people meant to protect… become the ones you have to investigate?

In this episode, Dave Thompson, CFI sits down with Sean Buckley—former New Zealand detective and United Nations investigator—whose career has taken him from loca... more

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Recent Guests

Claudia Salinas
Attorney, advocate, poker player; staff attorney at The Innocence Center; chair of the DEI Committee for the Innocence Network; board member
Innocence Center
Episode: When Innocence Isn’t Enough: The Reality of Wrongful Convictions with Claudia Salinas
Pasha Palanker
Retired US Army Special Operations Master Sergeant, resilience advocate
U.S. Army / veteran community
Episode: What If the Strongest Thing You Can Do Is Talk About It? From Combat to Coming Home with Pasha Palanker
Sean Buckley
Global Director of Operations and co-founder of the OSACO Group
OSACO Group
Episode: From War Zones to the World’s Most Critical Conversations: What Actually Works with Sean Buckley
Cami Clune
Singer, songwriter, performer
Episode: How Songwriters Communicate What Others Can't Say: Finding Your Voice with Cami Clune
Khris Hamlin
Vice President of Asset Protection and Retail Technology at the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA)
Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA)
Episode: Influence Without Authority: The Real Test of Leadership with Khris Hamlin
Ashley Carpenter
Cast member on Love Is Blind
Love Is Blind (Netflix) / Cast
Episode: When Love is Blind, What Reveals the Truth? A Conversation with Ashley and Paul Carpenter
Paul Carpenter
Attorney with experience in domestic relations and trial work
Independent attorney / Ashley's father
Episode: When Love is Blind, What Reveals the Truth? A Conversation with Ashley and Paul Carpenter
Erika Ettin
Dating coach, author, founder of A Little Nudge
A Little Nudge
Episode: From Interrogations to First Dates: Turning Questions into Connection with Erika Ettin
Barry Black
Spent more than 31 years as a special agent with the FBI, serving as a master bomb technician, SWAT sniper, and an instructor.
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Episode: Explosive Truths: From Bomb Tech to Crisis Communication with Barry Black

Host

David Thompson
Host with long-running presence on Truth Be Told, frequently guiding conversations with guests across law, investigations, and training.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Chocked full of information and interest

    Dave brings in some excellent guests and has a fine listening ear to drive the discussion to motivate guests to share some great information and anecdotes. This podcast is on my short list of ones to catch every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
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    AndersonInvestigative
    United States2 years ago

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Guests' expertise and diverse perspectives are a strong draw for credibility and depth.
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The host is commended for steering conversations to actionable, shareable insights.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

When Innocence Isn’t Enough: The Reality of Wrongful Convictions with Claudia Salinas
Q: How does your poker experience influence your courtroom strategy and interactions with witnesses?
She describes using rapport-building, reading behavior, controlling emotions, and maintaining a poker-face mindset to stay calm, present, and strategic, ultimately applying these skills to investigations, cross-examinations, and negotiations.
When Innocence Isn’t Enough: The Reality of Wrongful Convictions with Claudia Salinas
Q: What drew you to wrongful convictions, and how did your background lead you into this work?
Salinas explains that her interest grew from early experiences with race and bias in her Fresno community, a passion for criminal defense, and exposure to Innocence Project-style work during law school—leading her to the Innocence Center and a career focused on advocacy, reform, and systemic change.
What If the Strongest Thing You Can Do Is Talk About It? From Combat to Coming Home with Pasha Palanker
Q: What practical steps does he take today to replace the military routine and support mental health?
He details running as a lifeline, then adding disciplines like jiu-jitsu and parachute jumps, plus engaging in therapy and community work to maintain wellness and purpose.
What If the Strongest Thing You Can Do Is Talk About It? From Combat to Coming Home with Pasha Palanker
Q: How did experiences shape the decision to join the Army and choose a specific path?
He describes a sequence of choices influenced by gratitude for opportunity, a natural fit with service, and a pivotal career assignment that aligned with his skills, even if the path wasn't originally expected.
What If the Strongest Thing You Can Do Is Talk About It? From Combat to Coming Home with Pasha Palanker
Q: What does resilience look like when forged in military service and trauma?
The guest explains resilience as a combination of disciplined processing of adversity, ongoing self-work, and actions that translate past hardships into present-day purpose and service to others.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Truth Be Told

What is Truth Be Told about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations focus on debunking myths around interrogation, investigations, and effective communication through real-world case studies and guest expertise. Across episodes, topics include wrongful convictions, high-stakes interviewing, resilience, leadership, and practical techniques for asking better questions, building trust, and reading people under pressure. Noteworthy is the blend of practitioners—investigators, attorneys, veterans, and educators—with a strong emphasis on data-informed approaches, ethics, and cross-disciplinary insights that help listeners apply better communication in work and life. The format appears to pair experienced interviewers with diverse guests to explore how strategic questioning and active listening can u... more

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Recent guests on Truth Be Told include:

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2. Pasha Palanker
3. Sean Buckley
4. Cami Clune
5. Khris Hamlin
6. Ashley Carpenter
7. Paul Carpenter
8. Erika Ettin

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