The Future of Lie Detection in Natural Bodybuilding | Full Interview with Deception Detection Expert Steve Van Aperen
In this exclusive interview, Natural Bodybuilding Australia Director MG sits down with globally recognised Deception Detection Expert Steve Van Aperen to explore one of the most groundbreaking developments in anti-doping protocols—Verifeye: AI-powered ocular lie detection testing.
With decades of experience in law enforcement, forensic interviewing, and behavioural analysis—including training with the FBI’s Behavioural Sciences Unit—Steve brings unmatched insight into the science of truth and deception. He has trained intelligence agencies, defence departments, police units, and government bodies around the world on how to detect lies using language analysis, cognitive neuroscience, and now, artificial intelligence.
This in-depth conversation dives into the limitations of traditional polygraph testing—including human error, inconsistency, and subjectivity—and why it’s no longer fit for purpose in elite sport.
What You’ll Learn in This Interview:
✅ Why traditional polygraph tests in bodybuilding are unreliable, rushed (often just 10–15 minutes), and vulnerable to error
✅ How ocular lie detection works by measuring subtle eye responses under cognitive load
✅ The science behind AI algorithms that remove human bias from the testing process
✅ Why urine testing alone isn’t enough—it shows what’s in the system, but not how or why it got there
✅ How Verifeye identifies intentional use vs accidental exposure or tampering
✅ The importance of clear, structured question formulation to determine deliberate deception
✅ Why the accuracy of Verifeye continues to grow over time, with a data pool now exceeding 600,000+ tests
✅ The ability to test large groups quickly and securely, with results returned within minutes
Why This Matters for the Sport of Bodybuilding
Urine tests can detect a banned substance—but they can’t tell you how it got there.
Was it knowingly administered by the athlete?
Was it given by a coach without disclosure?
Was it a contaminated supplement?
Or was the urine sample tampered with, especially when chain of custody isn’t properly followed?
Verifeye brings context to the test result—something no traditional method can offer.
By implementing this technology, Natural Bodybuilding Australia is taking a bold step forward to lead the industry in fair, unbiased, and science-backed integrity testing—giving athletes the confidence that every test result is assessed with accuracy, intent, and transparency in mind.
💬 “Verifeye adds context where urine testing alone cannot.”
💬 “AI has no bias, no emotion—just truth.”
This is the future of drug-free sport. And it starts here.
🎓 Steve Van Aperen – Deception Detection Expert