True Crime with the Sarge
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Retired USSA Brad Beeler on Interview Psychology, Interrogation Tactics, and Tell Me Everything
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February 19, 2026
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34:47Now PlayingThe premiere episode of True Crime with the Sarge features retired Brad Beeler, former agent with the United States Secret Service and author of Tell Me Everything, for a deep dive into the psychology and strategy behind high stakes interviewing and interrogation.
We break down how preparation and priming shape successful conversations, and explore the science of performance through the Yerkes-Dodson law to understand how arousal levels impact interviews. Brad explains practical active listening techniques and the behavioral principles professionals rely on, including social proof, observation, curiosity, respect, and reciprocity.
The episode also features a short mock interrogation inspired by historical methods, illustrating how communication strategy influences outcomes. Finally, we discuss the modern landscape, including how social media echo chambers may contribute to escalating target violence and investigative challenges.
This episode is essential listening for true crime fans, investigators, interviewers, and anyone interested in behavioral science, interrogation strategy, and real world investigative insight.
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