Beyond a Reasonable Doubt - podcast by Davidhorn
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt is a podcast aimed at professionals who conduct interviews, such as investigators, law enforcement officers, policymakers, scholars, journalists, and business or HR executives. It provides knowledge, historical background, and practical tools to master investigative interviewing, with a focus on reducing doubt, gathering strong evidence, preventing miscarriages of justice, and building trust in communities. The show also highlights broader societal progress aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal #16.
Episodes
The Art and Science of Child Interviewing with Triangle
In this episode, we speak with Carly McAuley and Maxime Cole from Triangle, a UK-based organisation specialising in investigative interviewing of children and vulnerable adults.Carly McAuley and Maxime Cole shared with us Triangle's approach to investigative interviewing with children and vulnerable adults. The conversation explores how very young children - even two and three-year-olds - can prov
The Long Game: Systemic Change in Thai Criminal Justice
What does it take to implement investigative interviewing across an entire nation's criminal justice system? In this episode, recorded in Hua Hin, Thailand, Dr Ivar Fahsing speaks with Ms. Santanee Ditsayabut — senior prosecutor at the Office of the Attorney General of Thailand and Director of the Secretariat of the Nitivajra Institute — about Thailand's landmark efforts to embed ethical, evidence
From Confession to Information: Reforming Police Interviewing in Brazil
Fernando Guzzi spent the first half of his career as what colleagues called a 'good confession obtainer'. Then he was asked to teach interrogation at the police academy — and started reading the research. What he found changed everything. In this episode of Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, Dr Ivar Fahsing speaks with Fernando Guzzi, a Police Commissioner from Santa Catarina, Brazil, about the journey fr
The 39% Problem: Why Written Interview Records Fail Justice
In Ireland, suspects have been recorded on video since 1997. Interviewers are still required to write down everything by hand at the same time. Dr Adrian Gates spent his career as the national lead on investigative interview training in An Garda Síochána — and his doctoral research has now quantified the cost of that contradiction.In this episode of Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, Dr Ivar Fahsing speak
The Long Game: Beyond the Interview Room. Fight Against Torture in Europe
In this episode of Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, host Dr Ivar Fahsing speaks with Therese Maria Rytter, international human rights lawyer and outgoing Vice-President of the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture (CPT), about the critical intersection of legal safeguards, investigative interviewing, and the prevention of torture across Europe. After nearly 12 years with the CPT and 30 years
The Long Game: Beyond Bad Apples. The Psychology of Motivation in Investigative Interviewing
What shapes an investigator's mindset — and does it matter more than their training? In this episode, Dr. Ivar Fahsing speaks with Ahmet Demirden, criminal justice academic and former Toronto Police Service officer, about the psychology behind investigative interviewing practice. Drawing on two decades of experience across Canada, Turkey, and international training contexts, Ahmet Demirden introdu
The Long Game: Memory Matters. Finland's Legal Psychology Revolution
Dr Ivar Fahsing speaks with Dr Julia Korkman — psychologist, researcher, and one of the leading voices in legal psychology in the Nordic region — about what investigative interviewing looks like in Finland: what works, what doesn't, and why the gaps matter.In this episode:- Why human memory is the core material of criminal justice — and why so few professionals are trained in it- How the desire to
Bridging Research and Practice of the Interview Room
Every major interviewing framework - PEACE, KREATIV, ORBIT - distils to the same essentials: stay nice, ask good questions, and listen.So why does confession-driven culture remain so deeply embedded, even in systems that have formally adopted investigative interviewing?In this episode of Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, host Børge Hansen speaks with two leading members of iIIRG - the International Inves
The Long Game: Technology, Training, Top Management and Good Intentions
Denmark implemented investigative interviewing standards in 2015, yet officers were convicted of coercion in 2021. Thomas Skou Roer reveals why and what's next. In this candid and thought-provoking episode of Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, host Ivar Fahsing speaks with Thomas Skou Roer, associate professor at University College Copenhagen and former Danish criminal detective with 18 years of service,
Innovation and AI in Norwegian Police
Discover how Norwegian police are transforming investigative work through innovation and artificial intelligence. Join host Børge Hansen (CEO, Davidhorn) in conversation with three experts from Norway's law enforcement community: Kjeld Hendrik Helland-Hansen and Oddvar Moldestad (Forensic Investigators, Western Police District) and Bente Skattør (Senior Advisor ICT and Innovation, Norwegian Police
PEACE and Orbit - a conversation with Prof. Laurence Alison
** LIVE at Davidhorn Police Interview Summit 2025 **This conversation explores the nuances of interviewing techniques in law enforcement, focusing on the Orbit model and its relationship with the PEACE model. Prof. Laurence Alison and Dr. Ivar Fahsing discuss the importance of evidence-based practices, cultural influences on police interviewing, and the evolution of techniques over time. They refl
The Barnahus Revolution: How a Small Nation Changed Child Protection Forever
This conversation explores the development and impact of the Barnahus model in Iceland, a pioneering approach to child protection and justice for victims of sexual abuse. Bragi Guðbrandsson shares insights from his 25-year involvement in establishing Barnahus, detailing the challenges faced in the Icelandic child protection system, the innovative solutions implemented, and the model's influence on
Rethinking the Interrogation Room: Professor Eric Shepherd on Ethical Interviewing
Dr. Ivar Fahsing chats about the transformative world of investigative interviewing with Prof. Eric Shepherd, highlighting its profound evolution. They explore the global influence of Mendez Centers, advocating for ethical interviewing techniques that challenge traditional, confession-focused police practices. Emphasising the importance of respect, empathy, and understanding cultural differences,
Reshaping investigative practices for the better - conversation with Prof. Dave Walsh
In this conversation, Professor Dave Walsh and Dr. Ivar Fahsing discuss the ImpleMendez initiative, which aims to implement the Mendez Principles in investigative interviewing practices globally. He highlights the importance of collaboration across various disciplines, the evolution of interviewing techniques, and the significance of reflective practice and ongoing training. The conversation also
The problem with sexual crimes – conversation with Dr. Patrick Tidmarsh
In this episode of the “Beyond a Reasonable Doubt” podcast, Dr. Patrick Tidmarsh discusses the complexities of investigating sexual crimes, emphasising the importance of understanding offenders, victim experiences, and the need for effective interviewing techniques. He highlights the shift in policing practices over the years, the detrimental effects of victim blaming, and the critical role of lis
Moving away from “common sense” interviewing – conversation with Prof. Ray Bull
This conversation between Dr. Ivar Fahsing and Investigative Interviewing legend - Prof. Ray Bull, explores the evolution of police interviewing techniques. Prof. Bull focuses his influence on moving away from “common sense” interviewing, implementing the PEACE method and its impact on police training and cultural awareness in the UK and throughout Europe.
The discussion highlights understanding
I used to believe that an innocent person wouldn't confess to a crime they didn't commit. I was wrong. - conversation with Mark Fallon
In this conversation, Mark Fallon shares his extensive background in investigative interviewing and counterterrorism, detailing his experiences with the NCIS and the impact of 9/11 on interrogation practices. He discusses the ethical implications of interrogation techniques, particularly in the context of the Enhanced Interrogation Techniques (EIT) program and emphasises the importance of research
“We have to do the right thing from now on” - Fanny Aboagye in conversation with Dr. Ivar Fahsing
Fanny Aboagye, Assistant Commissioner of the Ghana Police Force, discusses the UN Manual on Investigative Interviewing launch and its impact on investigations in Africa in particular. The Manual emphasises the importance of obtaining accurate information through ethical interviewing techniques and avoiding coercive methods.
A key takeaway is the need for change in how interviews are conducted, fo
“Changing mindsets is a big ship to turn”. Prof. Becky Milne in conversation with Børge Hansen
In this conversation, Børge Hansen interviews Becky Milne, a Professor of Forensic Psychology, about her journey in the field and her work on investigative interviewing. Becky shares how her experiences in Ethiopia and visiting the United Nations inspired her to work for society and give a voice to those who need it. She discusses the importance of collaboration between academics and practitioners
Exporting the Nordic Values & War Crime Investigations – Gisle Kvanvig in conversation with Børge Hansen
Børge Hansen, the podcast host and CEO of Davidhorn takes us into the world of human rights, justice, and the powerful practice of Investigative Interviewing with Gisle Kvanvig from Norwegian Center of Human Rights.
Together, they'll talk about the release of the Manual on Investigative Interviewin for Criminal Invastigations, how this work supports a very important goal - the United Nations’ Sust
We're at a tipping point in interrogation practices globally – Emily Alison in conversation with Børge Hansen.
Emily Alison, a research associate, author and psychologist at the University of Liverpool, discusses the Orbit method (Observing Rapport-Based Interpersonal Techniques) of investigative interviewing and the importance of rapport building.
The Orbit method is a structured approach to communication that focuses on building trust and understanding with the interviewee, ultimately leading to more a
I'd rather be called naive than tolerant of injustice - Juan Méndez in conversation with Ivar Fahsing
Welcome to the second episode of "Beyond a Reasonable Doubt”. In this session, Dr. Ivar Fahsing sits down with Prof. Juan Méndez, a renowned human rights advocate and former UN Special Rapporteur on Torture. Recorded in New York during the launch of the UN Manual on Investigative Interviewing for Criminal Investigation, this episode offers a deep dive into Prof. Méndez's crucial role in shaping gu
The Founding Fathers of Investigative Interviewing in Norway
In this first episode of 'Beyond a Reasonable Doubt,' we explore the origins and transformative journey of Investigative Interviewing in Norway with pioneers Dr. Ivar A. Fahsing and Dr. Asbjørn Rachlew. They discuss their early challenges in shifting law enforcement mindsets and the strategic moves to take their innovative methods to a global audience. The episode examines the necessity of exporti
Justice Under Fire: Reforming Investigative Interviewing in Wartime Ukraine
Recorded live at the Davidhorn Police Interview Summit 2026 in Manchester, Dr Ivar Fahsing speaks with Vasylyna Yavorska — Ukrainian lawyer, criminal justice reformer, and CEO of JUST Group — about what it means to try to transform a criminal justice system in the middle of a war. Vasylyna has coordinated Ukraine's national team of investigative interviewing experts since 2017. In this conversatio
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