Body Language Expert: How To Overcome Awkwardness | Vanessa Van Edwards | EP 565

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In this episode, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with behavioral researcher and bestselling author Vanessa Van Edwards to unpack the secret language of nonverbal communication. From the handshake that builds trust to the subtle cues that sabotage careers, they explore how posture, eye contact, tone, and gesture shape perception—often before a single word is spoken. Drawing on Vanessa’s research and her own journey as a “recovering awkward person” turned master communicator, the conversation spans job interviews, power dynamics, mirroring, charisma, and how to read a room at its most fundamental level. Learn why neck ratios matter, vocal fry backfires, and presence begins long before you speak. This episode was filmed on July 16th, 2025 In Answer the Call, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson returns to his roots, taking real calls from real people facing life’s hardest questions. Joined by his daughter, Mikhaila Fuller, the series transforms personal struggles into public insight—offering wisdom, empathy, and clarity in the face of chaos. Coming to DailyWire+ Monday, 8/4. A new podcast series, featured within Dr. Jordan B. Peterson’s episodes on YouTube and including an exclusive member segment on DailyWire+. Have a question you’d like to ask? Share your story here: dailywire.com/answerthecall | Sponsors | ExpressVPN: Go to https://expressvpn.com/jordan and find out how you can get 4 months of ExpressVPN free! Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/PETERSON and using code PETERSON at checkout. NetSuite: Download the free e-book “Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders” at https://NetSuite.com/JBP PreBorn!: Help save babies from abortion. Visit https://preborn.com/JORDAN | Links | For Vanessa Van Edwards On X https://x.com/vvanedwards?lang=en The Science of People website https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ Read “Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication” https://a.co/d/2ZODCds | Chapters | (0:00) Coming up (0:31) In