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Watch and listen to some of the podcasts I’ve had the honor of joining, and read articles featuring my work. A big thank you to all the hosts for the great conversations — I hope you find them inspiring and helpful.


::: ARTICLES :::

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INTERVIEW WITH COLABS.IO

Techniques Perfected

“Communication is at the heart of everything we do. We communicate to share thoughts and ideas, provide direction, and gather information. How we communicate creates the culture in which we live and work. There is nothing more important to your organization than how you communicate.”

READ ARTICLE ON COLLABS.IO >

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INTERVIEW WITH THE KEENE SENTINEL

After 21 years in the FBI, Seale is a living lie detector

It’s a seemingly insignificant comment, but an hour into the conversation — covering his time investigating kidnappings in Alaska, questioning suspected terrorists in Pakistan and researching interrogation methods in the U.S. — he tells the story.

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::: VIDEO PODCASTS :::

The Truth About Human Behavior from FBI Insider

The EVYX Show with Evy Poumpouras

Former FBI agent Colton Seale delves into the intricacies of gathering intelligence on one of history's most notorious figures, Osama Bin Laden. Colton Seale is renowned for his innovative interrogation techniques. Explore how he revolutionized traditional methods, moving away from fear-based tactics and achieving more effective outcomes in high-stakes situations.

Part 1, FBI Agent Colton Seale’s Shocking True Crime Adventures

Game of Crimes with Steve Murphy

Hear exclusive stories about Colton’s time living in a castle in Spain, his rodeo adventures, and his work on the elite FBI Fly Team specializing in counterterrorism. This gripping conversation dives deep into the Osama bin Laden raid, advanced interrogation techniques, and how relationship-building is critical in modern law enforcement operations.

Part 2, Breaking down Fort Hood, Boston Bombing, and Interrogation Secrets

Game of Crimes with Steve Murphy

Retired FBI Special Agent Colton Seale reveals his behind-the-scenes experiences from some of America's most high-profile investigations, including the Fort Hood shooting and the Boston Marathon bombing.

Colton shares his journey transitioning to the elite High-Value Detainee Interrogation Group (HIG), where he mastered advanced interrogation techniques to extract critical intelligence. Discover how Colton's passion for truth led him to found Pyxis Academy, where he now trains professionals in investigative interviewing — skills that are vital not just for law enforcement, but also for corporate success.

CINA Distinguished Speaker Series: Interviewer Mindset

Featured on Criminal Investigations & Network Analysis

Colton Seale, Founder & Principal Consultant at Pyxis Academy, as he delves into the art and science of Intelligence Interviewing and what he’s learned from his 20 years as an FBI Special Agent with the High-Value Detainee Interrogation Group and Counterterrorism Fly Team and delves into the ‘Interviewer Mindset’.

Colton Seale, Former FBI Special Agent on the Art & Science of Communication

Business is People Podcast

In this episode of the Business is People Podcast, Kham sits down with Colton Seale, former FBI Special Agent, and CEO of Pyxis Academy to discuss the art and science of communication: how we do it now, what we can improve, and how even a few small changes can make a major difference in our connection to and relationship with our team members.

::: AUDIO PODCASTS :::

FBI Case File Review with Jerri Williams

Tales From the Fly Team

In this episode, retired agent Colton Seale reviews his time on the FBI Fly Team and the High-Value Detainee Interrogation Group (HIG).

During his many deployments around the world, Colton has had assignments most Bureau employees have never experienced, including being the only FBI agent to have set foot on bin Laden’s compound and house.

Intelligent Engine

Is Your Co-Worker Lying? It May Be More Obvious Than You Think

See how to pinpoint the lie versus the truth and reveal the shortcomings in a company that has a challenging culture. Former FBI agent, Colton Seale has had an interesting career interviewing people. He can give an inside look at the new methods he’s helped create in the questioning process of an interrogation (or information-gathering-session). The truth is out there!

Interview Techniques: Building Rapport and Getting in Sync

This episode provides a first-hand account of how to add science into the art of interviewing. Kevin and Colton discuss what it really means to build rapport and how to get in sync with the person in a way that opens the door for meaningful factfinding.

White Collar Briefly: Perkins Coie

How Interrogating Terrorists Can Help Sales

Colton brings a wealth of knowledge and experience relating to counterterrorism, counterintelligence, criminal matters, and the business world to every group he works with. Colton is passionate about interviewing and about using the most recent science to work with your teams to help them become the absolute best they can be at their craft.

The Bacon Podcast