How To Size People Up Like An FBI Behavioral Analyst

How To Size People Up Like An FBI Behavioral Analyst

Author: Robert Riggs March 25, 2025 Duration: 31:40

Whether walking through a dimly lit parking lot, meeting someone new, or even evaluating the behavior of people close to you, the ability to read people and size them up could mean the difference between safety and danger.

This episode teaches you how to think like an FBI Behavioral Analyst.

Robin Dreeke, who headed the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Program, joins me to discuss his framework for predicting human behavior.

Dreeke wrote the book, “Sizzling People Up”, based on his years in counterespionage. 

His unit was part of the Behavioral Analysis Unit that focuses on violent crime—popularly known as the serial killer unit.

Now, in private consulting, Dreeke teaches how anyone can learn to predict what others will do in the most important situations. 

Robin Dreeke is here to help keep you safe in public and online by learning to read people.


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Robert Riggs has spent decades as an investigative reporter, and in True Crime Reporter, he applies that relentless, document-driven approach to the stories that haunt us. This isn't just a retelling of grim headlines; it's a meticulous walk through active case files, historical injustices, and the societal undercurrents that allow crime to flourish. Each episode feels like you're sitting across from Riggs as he lays out his notes, connecting dots between evidence, witness accounts, and the often-overlooked details that change a narrative. You'll hear the tension in the pursuit of truth, the weight of unresolved questions, and the quiet impact on communities and families left in the wake of violence. The podcast moves beyond the sensational to examine the cultural and systemic factors at play, offering a sober, deeply researched perspective. Listen for long-form narratives that build like a detective's board, where every piece of audio, every interview, and every document serves a purpose. It’s for those who want to understand the 'why' and the 'how' as much as the 'who,' presented with the clarity and authority of a seasoned journalist who knows the terrain. This is a journey into real stories, handled with the care they demand, and it naturally becomes an essential listen for anyone fascinated by the intersection of human behavior, justice, and the news.
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