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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2025 · 12 MIN

The World’s Hardest Bluffing Game

from The Atlantic Out Loud

Why are some Iraqis so good at figuring out when a person is lying? By Jason Anthony From the ⁠⁠⁠July 2025 issue⁠⁠⁠. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are some Iraqis so good at figuring out when a person is lying? By Jason Anthony From the ⁠⁠⁠July 2025 issue⁠⁠⁠. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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