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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 work to affect real change in a broken criminal justice system. Every episode is designed to inform, educate and inspire.

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Episodes

S2 Ep49: S2:E49 Follow-Up

In this episode, Bob and Mike answer follow-up questions from listeners regarding #episode249 "Deceived by Omission" Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Jan 13, 201746 minSeason 2Ep. 49

S2 Ep49: Deceived by Omission

In this episode, Bob first breaks down Leonard Mosley's first interview with ISIS investigator Tim Lownds. In the second segment, Bob lays out the case against Mosley after cross-referencing all available documents. Listen closely because Bob has caught what may turn out to be the most significant "tell" in Mosley's story. Stay tuned after the credits to listen to the full, unedited recording of Mosley's interview with Lownds. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!...

Jan 08, 201755 minSeason 2Ep. 49

S2 Ep48: S2:E48 Follow-Up

In this Friday Follow-Up, Bob and Mike answer email, Facebook and Twitter questions from listeners. During the call-in segment, we hear from one of our transcriptionists Sarah Hoyt. Bob also calls on listeners to help him locate a 1989 Mercury Tracer, 4 door hatchback. #FridayFollowUp #TruthandJusticeArmy #episode248 Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Jan 06, 201735 minSeason 2Ep. 48

S2 Ep48: Truth Revealed

In this episode, Bob reports on the latest news from the Adnan Syed case. He briefly discusses Judge Welch's ruling denying Adnan bail. In segment 2, Bob breaks down what was contained in the Smith County open records request, and what was missing. We discover the answers to many questions that we've had in the Elnora Griffin case. In segment 3, we break down Leonard Mosley's first recorded interview with Detective Dale Hukill. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!...

Jan 01, 201748 minSeason 2Ep. 48

S2 Ep47: S2:E47 Follow-Up

This is the last Friday Follow-Up episode of 2016. Bob and Mike have a quick chat, and then we hear from 5 listeners who called in. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Dec 23, 201635 minSeason 2Ep. 47

S2 Ep47: Light at the End of the Tunnel

In this episode, Bob walks us through the year in review of 2016. You'll hear highlights from past episodes, and even a year end message from Ed. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Dec 18, 201634 minSeason 2Ep. 47

S2 Ep46: S2:E46 Follow-Up

In this follow up episode, Bob and Mike answer emails, twitter and Facebook questions and take calls from listeners, regarding Episode 246. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Dec 16, 201637 minSeason 2Ep. 46

S2 Ep46: A Pattern of Behavior

In this episode Bob furthers his investigation into Leonard and Angela's possible involvement into the death of Elnora Griffin. A new document recovered from the Smith County Sheriff Department is revealed that will send shivers down your spine. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Dec 11, 201623 minSeason 2Ep. 46

S2 Ep45: S2:E45 Follow-Up

In this Friday Follow-Up, Bob and Mike connect with the listeners about episode 245. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Dec 09, 201641 minSeason 2Ep. 45

S2 Ep45: Shame

In this episode, Bob reveals new evidence that exposes Detective Dale Hukill for intentionally fabricating evidence. We also find new evidence that may bring Leonard Mosley back into play as a suspect. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Dec 04, 201631 minSeason 2Ep. 45

S2 Ep44: S2:E44 Follow-Up

In this Friday Follow-Up, Bob and Mike answer emails, tweets, Facebook posts and phone calls about #episode244. We also get to hear from Ed on this one. The guys were able to capture a call from Ed on the day after his Birthday. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Dec 02, 201649 minSeason 2Ep. 44

S2 Ep44: Black #FridayFollowUp Bonus

Bob and Mike were goofing around with Bob's kids in the studio this morning. After editing the show for the boys, we decided to drop the episode as a Friday Follow-Up. It's just for fun. Nothing about the case. Enjoy the holiday weekend everyone!

Nov 25, 201622 minSeason 2Ep. 44

S2 Ep44: Bull Corn

In this episode, we hear from the "man in the white corvette", Lynell Williams. He explains his relationship with Elnora, tells us about her as a person, and gives us some insight into why she left Dallas. In segment 2, we hear from Ed. He answers a lot of questions that have popped up in the last few episodes, with a big reveal at the end. #episode244 #freeedates Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Nov 20, 201657 minSeason 2Ep. 44

S2 Ep43: S2:E43 Follow-Up

In this Friday Follow-Up episode, Bob and Mike answer several email, Twitter and Facebook questions, as well as take several phone calls from listeners. A lot of questions about episode 243 are answered here, and we get a sneak peak into Sunday's episode. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Nov 18, 201639 minSeason 2Ep. 43

S2 Ep43: The Crime Lab

In this episode, Bob analyzes a series of documents recently obtained by the Texas Department of Public Safety Crime Laboratory. The information contained within these documents is shocking. Tweet your follow-up questions to @truthjusticepod, using hashtag #episode243 Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Nov 13, 201644 minSeason 2Ep. 43

S2 Ep42: S2:E42 Follow-Up

In this follow-up episode Bob and Mike answer several email, Facebook and Twitter questions. The guys are super laid back this week. We hear from two listeners in the call-in segment. Listen in on this week's conversation. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Nov 11, 201643 minSeason 2Ep. 42

S2 Ep42: ISIS Terror

In this episode, Bob breaks down the supplemental report that was written by Detective Dale Hukill 6 months after Elnora's murder. Find out how Hukill "bent the truth" to ensure Ed's re-indictment. In segment two, Bob discovers a document that Ed's defense attorneys had in their possession, but never used at trial. You'll be shocked and appalled when you find out how this document could have saved Ed's life! Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!...

Nov 06, 20161 hrSeason 2Ep. 42

S2 Ep41: S2:E41 Follow-Up

In this first ever "Follow-Up" episode, Bob takes two phone calls from listeners with questions about the #freeadnan case, and a question about the D.A.'s office in Smith County. In the email/Twitter/Facebook segment, Bob and Mike answer several questions ranging from thoughts on the new music to what's going on with the David Dobbs interview. Also, Bob gives the Follow-Up listeners a sneak peak into episode 242. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!...

Nov 04, 201653 minSeason 2Ep. 41

S2 Ep41: Christopher Scott

In this episode, Bob interviews exoneree Chris Scott. Chris was convicted of capital murder and sexual assault and began a life sentence in the Coffield Unit prison in 1997. He became friends with Ed Ates, when Ed arrived at the same unit in 1998. The two spent 10 years together in prison, before Scott was finally exonerated through a Conviction Integrity Unity in Dallas County. Chris tells us about his experience with the criminal justice system, his time spent living with Ed, his exoneration, ...

Oct 30, 201645 minSeason 2Ep. 41

S2 Ep40: Our First Follow-Up

In this episode, Bob taps into the #truthandjusticearmy for feedback, theories and questions about the Margie Jackson interview and the new information about Angela Walker. There are a lot of exciting things happening right now. Stay tuned to the end of the show, for a big announcement. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Oct 23, 201652 minSeason 2Ep. 40

S2 Ep39: Jealous Lover?

In this episode, Bob follows up on the Margie interview. He gives us some new information that may help to clear up some questions that a lot of people had. Bob also begins an investigation into Angela Walker, and fills us in on the status of his open records request with the Smith County DA's Office. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Oct 16, 201636 minSeason 2Ep. 39

S2 Ep38: Margie Jackson

In this episode, Bob continues the investigation into the murder of Elnora Griffin. This week, the investigation turns toward Ed's mother Margie. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Oct 09, 20161 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 38

S2 Ep37: Listener Questions About Mosley

In this episode, Bob reaches out to the #Truth&JusticeArmy to further discuss the Leonard Mosley interview. Bob answers questions, and digs deeper into Mosley's statements. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Oct 01, 20161 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 37

S2 Ep36: The Interview

In this episode, we hear the full interview with Leonard Mosley. Segment one features the full interview, and in segment two Bob breaks down the interview and gives his analysis. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Sep 25, 20161 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 36

S2 Ep35: The Big Trip

This week we travel along with Bob back to Tyler, Texas. We hear from some very interesting people. Experience this trip right along side Bob. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Sep 18, 201630 minSeason 2Ep. 35

S2 Ep34: Transparent

In this episode, Bob takes us along on his journey where he has been attempting to obtain case files from the Smith County DA's office for over 5 months. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Sep 11, 201632 minSeason 2Ep. 34

S2 Ep33: The Ole Switcheroo

In this episode, Bob finally discovers the full picture of how Kenny Snow came to be involved in Ed's case. We also find out just how close we came to having some key physical evidence tested, that could have completely changed the outcome of the case. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Sep 04, 201643 minSeason 2Ep. 33

S2 Ep32: Dynamite

In this episode we hear from two jurors from Ed's second trial. Bob tells the story of how a man was convicted unanimously without a single piece of direct evidence tying him to the crime. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Aug 28, 201640 minSeason 2Ep. 32

S2 Ep31: #FreeEdAtes

This episode is all about Ed, Kim, Kyra and Zachary. Bob expresses his feelings after meeting Ed and his family face to face for the first time. We hear directly from Ed and Kim in this episode. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Aug 21, 201642 minSeason 2Ep. 31

S2 Ep30: It was a Fecal Matter

In this episode, we hear from Ed's brother Kelvin Ates. We learn about the strange involvement that Kelvin had in Ed's trial. Bob also examines the defense's strategy and closing arguments. We find out how the State managed to convince 12 jurors that an innocent man was guilty.

Aug 14, 201637 minSeason 2Ep. 30
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