International Association of Interviewers

“Are you okay?”
For a lot of veterans, first responders, and leaders… that’s the hardest question to answer honestly.

Host David Thompson, CFI, sits down with decorated Army veteran Pasha Palanker for one of the rawest conversations yet - covering PTSD, trauma, emotional intelligence, su***de prevention, and the invisible cost of staying silent.

The survival instincts that kept him alive overseas nearly cost him everything at home.

Listen now. Link in comments.

Join us in congratulating L. Wayne Hoover, CFI, on being named one of the 2026 recipients of the NRF PROTECT Ring of Excellence Award - the highest honor recognizing leaders who have made a lasting impact in loss prevention and asset protection.

Presented by the , this prestigious award celebrates Wayne’s decades of leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing the investigative interviewing profession through WZ and the International Association of Interviewers.

Congrats to all of this year’s Ring of Excellence recipients. We look forward to seeing everyone recognized on June 9th in Grapevine, TX!

We’ve all had that moment.
You know what you want to say… but it doesn’t come out.

In this episode of Truth Be Told Podcast, Cami Clune (The Voice) opens up about overcoming self-doubt, handling pressure, and learning how to turn real emotion into powerful communication.

It’s not just about music - it’s about finding the confidence to speak up in everyday moments.

Listen now — link in comments

Did you catch last week’s Truth Be Told Podcast episode with Dave Thompson, CFI and guest Erika Ettin, founder of A Little Nudge

Most people believe communication breaks down because of what we say.
But the real problem might be what we’re signaling without realizing it.

Dating coach and communication strategist Erika Ettin joins Dave to reveal how subtle cues - word choice, timing, body language, even silence—can make or break trust, chemistry, and credibility.

The twist?
Small changes in how you show up can completely shift the outcome of a conversation.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, frustrated, or unsure why a conversation went sideways… this episode will change how you approach human interaction.

Watch or listen to the full episode in the comments section below.

In honor of International Women’s Day and as we celebrate Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting the incredible women of Wicklander-Zulawski with a fun twist, capturing just a bit of the personality, passion, and expertise they bring to their work every day.

Today, we’re proud to highlight:
Emily Kuhn and Jo Day, CFI

Get ready to meet some remarkable women.

From accountant… to bomb tech… to FBI sniper.

Season 3 of Truth Be Told launches with a conversation that goes far beyond the headlines.

Dave Thompson, CFI, sits down with former FBI agent Barry Black to explore high-stakes investigations, the psychology behind financial crime, crisis communication under pressure, and the human toll carried by first responders.

This episode is about more than history - it’s about leadership, communication, and resilience when everything is on the line.

The link to the full episode is in the comments below.

We believe powerful conversations shape outcomes, and we’re continually amazed by how the Truth Be Told audience keeps growing. The engagement, the messages, the shared episodes… it’s been incredible to watch this community expand. We can’t wait to kick off Season 3 with host Dave Thompson, CFI, and start the next chapter.

Before Episode 1 goes live:
✔️ Subscribe to the email list so you’re notified the moment it drops
✔️ Share a tip or insight you’ve applied from the show
✔️ Suggest a topic or guest you’d love to hear this season
✔️ Or catch up on past episodes so you’re ready

2.18. Let’s get started - The link is waiting for you in the comments.

CFI isn’t something you earn once.
It’s something you live, sharpen, and advance.
Join us for a 60-minute LIVE conversation designed for current CFIs.

Your hosts David Lund, CFI, Dave Thompson, CFI, and Nate Frazier, CFI take you behind the scenes of what’s next for the CFI designation, including:

✔️ How the CFI is evolving and why staying current matters now
✔️ A look at the future CFI ecosystem (tools, events, directory & career pathways)
✔️ A peek behind the curtain at WZ’s private AI interviewing tool
✔️ A live Q&A on renewal, ethics, access, and the CFI community

This is where YOUR next chapter begins! Get access to all the details in the comments section below

As we welcome the New Year, we’re grateful for the past, focused on the future, and wishing you every success in the year ahead. Here’s to new opportunities, forward momentum, and everything you’ll accomplish next.

From all of us to you, Happy New Year!

WZ Takes a Strategic Step Forward.
Built on legacy. Driven by ethics. Powered for what’s next.

Join us in congratulating David Thompson, CFI on being named CEO as WZ enters its next era focused on growth, innovation, and protecting the integrity of ethical interviewing worldwide. This strategic step strengthens our ability to expand digital learning, modernize protocols, and elevate the investigative interviewing experience - without compromising what matters most. Get all the details https://hubs.ly/Q03Zf54K0