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Aug 2023
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Wicked Words - Amit Katwala: Tremors in ...

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One of the most controversial tools used by investigators is the lie detector. It’s used often to intimidate suspects and sometimes it’s responsible for confessions, real and false. Author Amit Katwala explains how the lie detector’s origin is grounded in deception, abuse, and of course murder. Buy my books: katewinklerdawson.com    If you have suggestions f ... Show More
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