26-10-2024, 09:51 AM
the wiretap method on analyzing a special for inconsistencies
You're referring to the "Wiretap" method from Janine Driver's book "You Can't Lie to Me," which is a key part of her BS Barometer framework for detecting deception. It's a technique rooted in Statement Analysis, a method of analyzing the grammar and logic of a person's speech for inconsistencies.
Here's how the Wiretap method works:
1. Establish a Baseline: Before you can spot inconsistencies, you need to understand the person's normal speech patterns, word choices, and tendencies. This is the "Gathering Intel" stage of the BS Barometer.
2. Listen for Deviations: Once you have a baseline, pay close attention to any changes or deviations in the person's speech when they are discussing a potentially sensitive or suspicious topic.
3. Identify Verbal Flags: The Wiretap method focuses on specific verbal cues that can signal deception. These include:
- Mixed-up tenses: Switching between past, present, and future tenses within a story can indicate inconsistency.
- Missing pronouns: Dropping pronouns like "I" or "my" can be a sign of distancing oneself from the action.
- Distancing language: Using words like "that" or "they" instead of "this" or "we" can indicate a desire to separate oneself from the situation.
- Overuse of absolutes: Phrases like "always," "never," or "I swear to God" can be used to oversell a story.
- Verbal fillers: An increase or decrease in the use of "um," "uh," or other fillers can indicate stress.
- Teeter-tottering: The speaker's language seems to wobble or shift in odd ways, revealing a lack of confidence in their story.
- Convincing-not-conveying: The speaker uses overly strong language, absolutes, and character testimony to convince you of their story, rather than simply conveying information.
- Backsliding: The speaker minimizes their involvement, uses distancing language, and avoids taking responsibility.
4. Ask Clarifying Questions: Once you identify a verbal flag, ask clarifying questions to probe further. For example:
- "You said you 'left' work early. What did you leave there?"
- "You mentioned 'they' went to the store. Who are 'they'?"
- "You said you 'would never' do that. Did you do it in the past?"
Example:
Let's say you're talking to a friend who claims they didn't see your boyfriend at a party last night. You notice these verbal flags:
- Missing pronoun: "I didn't see him at the party." (They avoid using your boyfriend's name.)
- Distancing language: "I was at the party, but that guy was nowhere around." (They refer to your boyfriend as "that guy.")
- Overuse of absolutes: "I swear to God, I never saw him there." (They use a strong statement to emphasize their denial.)
Strategic Questions:
- "You said you didn't see him at the party. Who did you see there?" (This challenges the missing pronoun.)
- "You mentioned that guy was nowhere around. Who were you talking to at the party?" (This probes the distancing language.)
- "You said you never saw him there. Did you see him at any other time recently?" (This challenges the absolute statement.)
Remember:
- The Wiretap method is a tool for detecting potential inconsistencies, not a definitive proof of lying.
- It's essential to consider the person's baseline and context.
- Use your intuition and ask questions that feel relevant and insightful.
By practicing the Wiretap method, you can become more attuned to the subtle nuances of language and improve your ability to assess the truthfulness of a person's words.
https://www.ciciai.com/thread/a0279a4278ab9
You're referring to the "Wiretap" method from Janine Driver's book "You Can't Lie to Me," which is a key part of her BS Barometer framework for detecting deception. It's a technique rooted in Statement Analysis, a method of analyzing the grammar and logic of a person's speech for inconsistencies.
Here's how the Wiretap method works:
1. Establish a Baseline: Before you can spot inconsistencies, you need to understand the person's normal speech patterns, word choices, and tendencies. This is the "Gathering Intel" stage of the BS Barometer.
2. Listen for Deviations: Once you have a baseline, pay close attention to any changes or deviations in the person's speech when they are discussing a potentially sensitive or suspicious topic.
3. Identify Verbal Flags: The Wiretap method focuses on specific verbal cues that can signal deception. These include:
- Mixed-up tenses: Switching between past, present, and future tenses within a story can indicate inconsistency.
- Missing pronouns: Dropping pronouns like "I" or "my" can be a sign of distancing oneself from the action.
- Distancing language: Using words like "that" or "they" instead of "this" or "we" can indicate a desire to separate oneself from the situation.
- Overuse of absolutes: Phrases like "always," "never," or "I swear to God" can be used to oversell a story.
- Verbal fillers: An increase or decrease in the use of "um," "uh," or other fillers can indicate stress.
- Teeter-tottering: The speaker's language seems to wobble or shift in odd ways, revealing a lack of confidence in their story.
- Convincing-not-conveying: The speaker uses overly strong language, absolutes, and character testimony to convince you of their story, rather than simply conveying information.
- Backsliding: The speaker minimizes their involvement, uses distancing language, and avoids taking responsibility.
4. Ask Clarifying Questions: Once you identify a verbal flag, ask clarifying questions to probe further. For example:
- "You said you 'left' work early. What did you leave there?"
- "You mentioned 'they' went to the store. Who are 'they'?"
- "You said you 'would never' do that. Did you do it in the past?"
Example:
Let's say you're talking to a friend who claims they didn't see your boyfriend at a party last night. You notice these verbal flags:
- Missing pronoun: "I didn't see him at the party." (They avoid using your boyfriend's name.)
- Distancing language: "I was at the party, but that guy was nowhere around." (They refer to your boyfriend as "that guy.")
- Overuse of absolutes: "I swear to God, I never saw him there." (They use a strong statement to emphasize their denial.)
Strategic Questions:
- "You said you didn't see him at the party. Who did you see there?" (This challenges the missing pronoun.)
- "You mentioned that guy was nowhere around. Who were you talking to at the party?" (This probes the distancing language.)
- "You said you never saw him there. Did you see him at any other time recently?" (This challenges the absolute statement.)
Remember:
- The Wiretap method is a tool for detecting potential inconsistencies, not a definitive proof of lying.
- It's essential to consider the person's baseline and context.
- Use your intuition and ask questions that feel relevant and insightful.
By practicing the Wiretap method, you can become more attuned to the subtle nuances of language and improve your ability to assess the truthfulness of a person's words.
https://www.ciciai.com/thread/a0279a4278ab9