The Lying Experiment
Here is a Topic Suggestion from Johanna that I think you’ll all enjoy! Thanks, Johanna.
Prof Wiseman, the author of Quirkology (which I’m fairly certain I saw you mention on your blog at some point, so I think you’re familiar with it) interviewed a man and had him lie once and tell the truth once. Actually, he did it several times, but this is more recent and wasn’t discussed in the book. The videos are posted here.
I’m sure you can tell the difference quite easily, but it’s a fun and interesting little experiment and a nice illustration of truth vs. lie in a more controlled setting. With most of the people you discuss on your blog, we only get to see the people tell it one way. This way, we get to see the same question answered truthfully and falsely. Just thought you might find it interesting!
