Truth & Justice with Bob Ruff
1,564 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7.1K ratingsThe Truth & Justice Podcast is listener driven show, devoted to the pursuit of truth and justice. Host, Bob Ruff, investigates potential wrongful conviction and cold cases using a unique crowdsourcing approach. Bob invites listeners to participate in the investigations, as he breaks down a new case in each season in real time. Truth & Justice season 15 follows and investigates the potential wrongful conviction of Jodi (Joseph) Hill, and the divide between the people of Benton Harbor Michigan and the police force tasked with serving and protecting them.
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S12 Ep8: The Autopsies
May 15, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutesIn this episode, Bob goes through the autopsy reports, which are...pretty short, for lack of a better word. However, they do give us a slightly better idea of the damage sustained to the bodies in the fire. As always, you can go to our website, truthjusticepod.com, for photos, documents, and more info. Want to support the show? Join our Patreon!
S12E8: The Autopsies
May 15, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, Bob goes through the autopsy reports, which are...pretty short, for lack of a better word. However, they do give us a slightly better idea of the damage sustained to the bodies in the fire. As always, you can go to our website, truthjusticepod.com, for photos, documents, and more info. Want to support the show? Join our Patreon! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12E7: Follow-Up S12: E7
May 13, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBBob, Janet and Zaq discuss the fires more in-depth. They contemplate where they may have started, and the possible order of events. And as always, they take some great listener questions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep7: S12:E7 Follow-Up
May 13, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutesBob, Janet and Zaq discuss the fires more in-depth. They contemplate where they may have started, and the possible order of events. And as always, they take some great listener questions. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E7: The Fires
May 08, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBIn today's episode, Bob uses his experience as a firefighter to break down all the details of the fatal Pinyon Pines fire. Where did the fires start? What was the point of origin? Listen now to find out the answers to your questions. Want access to exclusive, behind-the-scenes content on the Pinyon Pines case and more? Join our Patreon! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep7: The Fires
May 08, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutesIn today's episode, Bob uses his experience as a firefighter to break down all the details of the fatal Pinyon Pines fire. Where did the fires start? What was the point of origin? Listen now to find out the answers to your questions. Want access to exclusive, behind-the-scenes content on the Pinyon Pines case and more? Join our Patreon!
JonBenét Ramsey Bonus Follow-Up
May 06, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourToday's episode is a follow-up to the bonus JonBenét Ramsey live show you heard with Bob, The Captain, and Kelli. Bob, Janet, and Zaq discuss details of the JonBenét Ramsey case, CrimeCon highlights, and they even take a few Pinyon Pines questions. Ready to join the Truth and Justice Army? Join our Patreon for exclusive content!
Bob & The Captain Debate JonBenét Ramsey Case
May 01, 2022 10:00 - 44 minutesWelcome to the live show, from Grand Rapids, MI! Bob, The Captain, and Kelli discuss one of the most-hotly debated cases in America. Want the full show? Join our Patreon for exclusive access! Visit today's Sponsors: Better Help, June's Journey, Topic, and The Jordan Harbinger Show!
S12E6: Follow-Up S12: E6
April 29, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBBob, Zaq and Janet go over some more details of the crime scene, and some of this week's listener questions prove that the Truth & Justice Army is brilliant! Visit our website at: truthandjusticepod.com Follow our new Instagram page @truthjusticepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep6: S12:E6 Follow-Up
April 29, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourBob, Zaq and Janet go over some more details of the crime scene, and some of this week's listener questions prove that the Truth & Justice Army is brilliant! Visit our website at: truthandjusticepod.com Follow our new Instagram page @truthjusticepod Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E6: The Crime Scene
April 24, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBStarting with the 911 call, Bob discusses the timeline of the night and the details of the crime scene. Who was the anonymous stranger in the truck that firefighters saw while en route to the house? Why did investigators miss so many pieces of potentially crucial evidence? Listen now, as Bob breaks down even more details of this very complicated case. For more information, visit our website at TruthandJusticePod.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...
S12 Ep6: The Crime Scene
April 24, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutesStarting with the 911 call, Bob discusses the timeline of the night and the details of the crime scene. Who was the anonymous stranger in the truck that firefighters saw while en route to the house? Why did investigators miss so many pieces of potentially crucial evidence? Listen now, as Bob breaks down even more details of this very complicated case. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12 Ep5: S12:E5 Follow-Up
April 22, 2022 11:00 - 53 minutesBob and Zaq join Janet for a YouTube Live to discuss some questions that linger about the case. What's the story with the money? Who was Becky living with her Senior year? Listen now to hear their thoughts. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E5: Follow-Up S12: E5
April 22, 2022 11:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBBob and Zaq join Janet for a YouTube Live to discuss some questions that linger about the case. What's the story with the money? Who was Becky living with her Senior year? Listen now to hear their thoughts. For more information, go to our website at: TruthAndJusticePod.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12E5: A Broader Look
April 17, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBBob takes a closer look into the victimology of Jon, Vicki and Becky. We hear never before heard interviews with Jon's co-workers, and their neighbors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep5: A Broader Look
April 17, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutesBob takes a closer look into the victimology of Jon, Vicki and Becky. We hear never before heard interviews with Jon's co-workers, and their neighbors. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12 Ep4: S12:E4 Follow-Up
April 15, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutesBack from "assignment", Bob and Zaq join Janet for a YouTube Live session to answer listener questions. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E4: Follow-Up S12: E4
April 15, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBBack from "assignment", Bob and Zaq join Janet for a YouTube Live session to answer listener questions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12E4: The Interview
April 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBBob is joined by two Forensic Psychologists, Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott, from the LA Not So Confidential podcast. The Docs have been kind enough to spend a week analyzing Robert Pape’s interview, and they’re here today to break down their thoughts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep4: The Interview
April 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourBob is joined by two Forensic Psychologists, Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott, from the LA Not So Confidential podcast. The Docs have been kind enough to spend a week analyzing Robert Pape’s interview, and they’re here today to break down their thoughts. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E3: Follow-Up S12: E3
April 01, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBBob and co-hosts take on social media questions while recording on YouTube Live. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep3: S12:E3 Follow-Up
April 01, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourBob and co-hosts take on social media questions while recording on YouTube Live. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E3: The Hike
March 27, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBAs we continue to try to piece together Becky’s movements on the day of the murders, Bob shares two very important police interviews. First we hear from the source of the hiking trip info, Javier Garcia, Jr. Then we hear from Becky’s ex-boyfriend Robert, as he speaks to police about his plans with Becky. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep3: The Hike
March 27, 2022 10:00 - 58 minutesAs we continue to try to piece together Becky’s movements on the day of the murders, Bob shares two very important police interviews. First we hear from the source of the hiking trip info, Javier Garcia, Jr. Then we hear from Becky’s ex-boyfriend Robert, as he speaks to police about his plans with Becky. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E2: Follow-Up S12: E2
March 25, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBBob, Zaq and Janet discuss listener questions from both social media and Youtube Live. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep2: S12:E2 Follow-Up
March 25, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutesBob, Zaq and Janet discuss listener questions from both social media and Youtube Live. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E2: Becky’s Day
March 20, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBBob discusses the victimology of Vickie, Jon and Becky. We hear original police interviews that help to piece together Becky’s movements on the day of the murders. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12 Ep2: Becky’s Day
March 20, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutesBob discusses the victimology of Vickie, Jon and Becky. We hear original police interviews that help to piece together Becky’s movements on the day of the murders. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12: E1 Follow-Up
March 18, 2022 10:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBBob, Zaq and Janet discuss listener questions over Youtube Live for the first Follow-Up in Season 12. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S12: S12:E1 Follow-Up
March 18, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourBob, Zaq and Janet discuss listener questions over Youtube Live for the first Follow-Up in Season 12. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12 Ep1: Up The Hill
March 13, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutesIn this Season 12 Premiere episode, Bob begins to the lay out the very basics of what is sure to be a complex case. On Sunday September 17, 2006, the small unincorporated community of Pinyon Pines, CA was rocked by one of the most horrific and baffling crimes that we’ve ever investigated on this podcast. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S12E1: Up The Hill
March 13, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this Season 12 Premiere episode, Bob begins to the lay out the very basics of what is sure to be a complex case. On Sunday September 17, 2006, the small unincorporated community of Pinyon Pines, CA was rocked by one of the most horrific and baffling crimes that we’ve ever investigated on this podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Reporting on WM3
March 11, 2022 11:00 - 47 minutesBob interviews Jonesboro Reporter, George Jared. George has been reporting on the WM3 case since 2008. He sat through the entire Rule 37 hearing, and has the inside scoop on the latest developments. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
A Strong Response
March 06, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutesBob breaks down the latest filing in the WM3 case, followed by fielding questions from a Facebook Live Q&A. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
Andrew Collins Follow-Up
March 04, 2022 11:00 - 56 minutesBob and Zaq welcome Janet Varney onto the show in her first Follow-Up as a permanent co-host. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
Andrew Collins - A Crooked Cop
February 27, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourAndrew Collins speaks with Bob about the slippery slope that led him down the path of a corrupt police officer. He tells the story of how he framed an innocent man, and then later traded places with him in prison. His shocking story contains valuable lessons about how and why wrongful convictions happen. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
Jesse Crossen Follow-Up
February 25, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutesThe guys take on listener questions for Mike's last episode behind the microphone. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
Jesse Crosson on Prison Reform
February 20, 2022 10:55 - 41 minutesBob interviews Jesse Crosson. At 18 years old Jesse pled guilty to robbery and unlawful wounding, which carried a max sentence of 16 years in prison. The Judge however decided to make an example of Jesse, and sentenced him to twice the max penalty, 32 years. Jesse turned his life around in prison. He worked hard to earn a Bachelors degree, and committed his time to helping educate other prisoners. He even started a podcast called "Pre-Zen: Lessons from Lockup" while incarcerated. This past A...
Kelsi German Follow-Up w/ Janet Varney
February 18, 2022 10:55 - 53 minutesMike is out on assignment, so Zaq and Bob are joined by the amazing Janet Varney! The trio field questions from listeners about the Delphi Case, WM3, the Super Bowl Halftime show, and more. Make sure you stay tuned till the end for a HUGE announcement about the future of Truth & Justice. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
Kelsi German
February 13, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutesOn the 5 year anniversary of the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German, Bob invites Libby’s sister Kelsi on the show to take some time to remember Libby. The tragedy knows as the Delphi Murders has sent shockwaves of trauma throughout the world. Oftentimes lost in the shuffle is the family of the victims. Today’s episode is not a case discussion. Instead Bob wanted to hear more about Libby, and Kelsi’s life navigating these last 5 years. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S E5: Kelsi German
February 13, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBOn the 5 year anniversary of the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German, Bob invites Libby’s sister Kelsi on the show to take some time to remember Libby. The tragedy knows as the Delphi Murders has sent shockwaves of trauma throughout the world. Oftentimes lost in the shuffle is the family of the victims. Today’s episode is not a case discussion. Instead Bob wanted to hear more about Libby, and Kelsi’s life navigating these last 5 years. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...
Velez Update Follow-Up
February 11, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutesThe guys answer questions gathered from social media after Sunday's episode where Bob interviewed Lisa "Brat" Martinez in an update episode on the Pablo Velez case. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S E5: Velez Update Follow-Up
February 11, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBThe guys answer questions gathered from social media after Sunday's episode where Bob interviewed Lisa Brat Martinez in an update episode on the Pablo Velez case. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pablo Velez Update
February 06, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutesBob is joined by Pablo’s advocate and partner Lisa “Brat” Martinez to breakdown Harris County’s latest filing on the appeal. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S E5: Pablo Velez Update
February 06, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBBob is joined by Pablo’s advocate and partner Lisa “Brat” Martinez to breakdown the Harris County’s latest filing on the appeal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MVAC - Jared Bradley Follow-Up
February 04, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutesThe guys answer listener questions from Facebook and Youtube regarding MVac testing of the DNA in the Forgotten West Memphis Three case. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S E5: MVAC - Jared Bradley Follow-Up
February 04, 2022 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBThe guys answer listener questions from Facebook and Youtube regarding MVac testing of the DNA in the Forgotten West Memphis Three case. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MVAC w/ Jared Bradley
January 30, 2022 11:00 - 50 minutesBob interviews the President and CEO of MVAC Technologies. The MVAC system was created by Jared’s father and wasn’t originally used for DNA extraction. Jarred explains the origin of the technology, how it works, and how it may help to finally solve the WM3 case. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
S E5: MVAC w/ Jared Bradley
January 30, 2022 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MBBob interviews the President and CEO of MVAC Technologies. The MVAC system was created by Jared’s father, and wasn’t originally used for DNA extraction. Jarred explains the origin of the technology, how it works, and how it may help to finally solve the WM3 case. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Maggie Freleng Follow-Up
January 28, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutesThe guys answer listener questions after Bob's interview with Maggie Freleng. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!