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May 27, 2019

Tips On How To Read Body Language By A Former FBI Agent [Video]

What does it mean when we fold our arms? Why do we interlace our fingers? Can a poker player actually hide their body language? Tell us, Joe Navarro.

I’m no expert, but something tells me one of those couples above is awfully unhappy.

Then again, it’s not like the Trumps are very good at hiding that.

Most body language is far more subtle, though, which is why it helps to get some pointers from the pros.

Former FBI employee and body language expert Joe Navarro is WIRED’s go-to guy, having worked as a special agent and supervisor in the area of counterintelligence and behavioural assessment for 25 years.

He also trained poker players on how to hide their tells at the table, and authored 13 books on the topic.

Keen to hone your body language reading skills? Joe, dish the tea:

Go forth and practice your newfound investigative skills.

[source:wired]