Whether it's an innocent white lie, or a deep dark secret years in the making, lying is very much woven into the fabric of society.
But, when you're not dealing with an obvious deception, filled with plot holes and bizarre twists, how can you tell someone is lying? The answer lies in psychology.
We spoke to Richard Wiseman, a professor of the public understanding of psychology at the University of Hertfordshire, for an episode of the podcast Instant Genius. He gave us insights into how to better understand a liar.
He gives tips on how to identify a liar, the body language to look out for, and discusses when it is appropriate to lie.
Are there any tells that can help us identify when someone is telling us a lie?
