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Truth & Justice with Bob Ruff
The 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. The podcast is currently in Season 18 "Justice Warriors". This season is in between long-form investigations. Season 18 features interviews with real people doing real…
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Truth & Justice with Bob RuffS12 Ep10: S12:E10 Follow-Up
Bob and Zaq are joined by Janet as she's "on assignment" in the UK. The crew discusses Bob's previous episode with Jim Clemente, fielding some listener…
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S12 Ep10: Jim Clemente Part 2
Bob continues his discussion with former FBI profiler, Jim Clemente. One of them sees a level of criminal sophistication in the Pinyon Pines murders. The other…
Truth & Justice with Bob RuffS12 Ep9: S12:E9 Follow-Up
Bob, Janet, and Zaq discuss the Jim Clemente episodes so far, and the gang receives some ground-breaking insights from our listeners. Want to listen to every…
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S12 Ep9: Jim Clemente Part 1
Today, Bob is joined by former FBI profiler, Jim Clemente. They discuss the details of the case in order to narrow down who the target may have been. Want to…
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S12 Ep8: The Autopsies
In 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…
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S12 Ep7: S12:E7 Follow-Up
Bob, 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…
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S12 Ep7: The Fires
In 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…
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JonBenét Ramsey Bonus Follow-Up
Today'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…
Truth & Justice with Bob RuffBob & The Captain Debate JonBenét Ramsey Case
Welcome 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…
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S12 Ep6: S12:E6 Follow-Up
Bob, 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!…
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S12 Ep6: The Crime Scene
Starting 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…
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S12 Ep5: S12:E5 Follow-Up
Bob 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…
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S12 Ep5: A Broader Look
Bob 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…
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S12 Ep4: S12:E4 Follow-Up
Back from "assignment", Bob and Zaq join Janet for a YouTube Live session to answer listener questions. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S12 Ep4: The Interview
Bob 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…
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S12 Ep3: S12:E3 Follow-Up
Bob and co-hosts take on social media questions while recording on YouTube Live. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S12 Ep3: The Hike
As 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…
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S12 Ep2: S12:E2 Follow-Up
Bob, Zaq and Janet discuss listener questions from both social media and Youtube Live. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S12 Ep2: Becky’s Day
Bob 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…
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S12: S12:E1 Follow-Up
Bob, Zaq and Janet discuss listener questions over Youtube Live for the first Follow-Up in Season 12. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S12 Ep1: Up The Hill
In 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…
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Reporting on WM3
Bob 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…
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A Strong Response
Bob 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!
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Andrew Collins Follow-Up
Bob 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!
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Andrew Collins - A Crooked Cop
Andrew 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…
Truth & Justice with Bob RuffJesse Crossen Follow-Up
The guys take on listener questions for Mike's last episode behind the microphone. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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Jesse Crosson on Prison Reform
Bob 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…
Truth & Justice with Bob RuffKelsi German Follow-Up w/ Janet Varney
Mike 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…
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Kelsi German
On 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…
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Velez Update Follow-Up
The 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…
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Pablo Velez Update
Bob 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…
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MVAC - Jared Bradley Follow-Up
The 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…
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MVAC w/ Jared Bradley
Bob 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…
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Maggie Freleng Follow-Up
The guys answer listener questions after Bob's interview with Maggie Freleng. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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Maggie Freleng
Bob is joined by friend and fellow podcaster, Maggie Freleng. The two catch up on life in general, and dig into Maggie’s trials and tribulations creating…
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Josh Hallmark Follow-Up
The guys are back in the studio to take on listener questions on both Bob's interview with Josh Hallmark, as well as the recent developments in the West…
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Josh Hallmark
Bob is joined by his friend and fellow investigative podcaster, Josh Hallmark. Josh is the creator and host of the podcast "True Crime Bullsh**." Recently, his…
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Jim Clemente Follow-Up
In this episode, the guys broadcast live over Youtube to take on listener questions. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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Jim Clemente
Bob is joined by his mentor and friend-of-the-show, Jim Clemente. Jim is a former New York City Prosecutor and retired Supervisory Special Agent with the FBI’s…
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Jesse Eldridge Follow-Up
The guys discuss listener questions from social media after Bob's catch-up with Jesse Eldridge in Sunday's episode. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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Jesse Eldridge
In this emotional interview, Jesse shares his frustration over delays in his case. It’s now been over 2 years since Troy recanted his trial testimony, and…
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Mara Leveritt Follow-Up
The guys answer listener questions after Bob's interview with Mara Leveritt, as well as address the major updates in the West Memphis Three case. Listen…
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Mara Leveritt
Bob interviews the well-known author, Mara Leveritt. Mara wrote the groundbreaking book “The Devil’s Knot”. The book represents several years of investigative…
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Facebook Live Follow-Up
Bob and Mike record the show on Facebook Live to interact with listeners on social media. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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Jamie Snow
Jamie Snow was the subject of our Season 7. Since we wrapped Season 7, Jamie has continued to fight for his freedom. He joins Bob today to update us on his…
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Ates Bonus Follow-Up
The guys take any questions in this Friday Follow-Up after Sunday's episode where Bob caught up with Kim and Ed Ates. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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Ed & Kim Ates
Bob is joined by the man who was released after spending 20 years in prison, in part thanks to the Truth & Justice Army. Ed Ates was convicted for the 1993…
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S11 Ep7: S11:E7 Follow-Up
In the last Follow-Up episode for Season 11, Bob interviews Pablo Velez. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
Truth & Justice with Bob RuffS11 Ep7: The Legal Battle
Bob speaks with Pablo’s attorney, Herman Yue. Herman breaks down Pablo’s case, explains the path ahead, and asks for help from the Truth & Justice Army. Listen…
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S11 Ep6: S11:E6 Follow-Up
The guys take on listener questions as Season 11 winds down to a close. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S11 Ep6: An Ambush
Bob reveals new evidence that paints a very clear picture of what actually happened outside of the Perfect Rack on 7/15/2004. We learn about evidence that…
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S11 Ep5: S11:E5 Follow-Up
Bob, Zaq and Mike are back in the studio to answer listener questions gathered from social media. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S11 Ep5: Superman
Bob breaks down the forensics from the crime scene, Emerson’s autopsy report, and we hear from a key witness that never testified at trial. Listen ad-free by…
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S11 Ep4: S11:E4 Follow-Up
With Zaq back in the studio this week, the guys take on listener questions from social media. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S11 Ep4: Claudia Speaks
Bob is joined by eye witness, Claudia. Claudia shares her first hand account of the night that Emerson was killed. She came face to face with his killer, and…
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S11 Ep3: S11:E3 Follow-Up
This week, it's just Bob and Mike as they take on listener questions from social media. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S11 Ep3: The Crooked Cops
Bob breaks down all the reasons that the State’s case against Pablo Velez was a complete fabrication. The Harris County DA’s office and the Houston Police…
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S11 Ep2: S11:E2 Follow-Up
Bob, Zaq and Mike answer listener questions from social media after Sunday's episode broke down the State's case against Pablo Velez Jr. Listen ad-free by…
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S11 Ep2: The Case Against Pablo
Bob breaks down the State's case against Pablo Velez, at his original trial. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!
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S11 Ep1: S11:E1 Follow-Up
The guys discuss listener questions after Bob's first dive into the Pablo Velez case. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!