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Truth & Justice with Bob Ruff

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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

S18 Ep10: Chelsea & Brittany - The Red Justice Project

In this special extra episode, we're replaying a True Crime Binge interview with the hosts of The Red Justice Project. The mission of The Red Justice Project is to bring awareness to the many cases of missing and murdered indigenous people in North America, and the way they are erased in American media. They also highlight the many political and social injustices faced by indigenous people. Crimes of continual cultural genocide and the resilience indigenous people have to endure for generations ...

Mar 23, 202637 minSeason 18Ep. 10

S18 Ep9: Connie Walker - Stolen

In this remastered episode, Bob sits down with Connie Walker. Connie originally appeared on True Crime Binge with Bob a few years ago. Since this was an off week for the T&J team, we decided to share more content surrounding MMIP stories. Give it a listen, and let's bring more awareness to these terrible injustices. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access ...

Mar 22, 202640 minSeason 18Ep. 9

S18 Ep8: Follow-Up S18: E8

Bob and Zaq discuss Bob's interview with the creator of the Blood Will Tell podcast Jen Miller and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesda...

Mar 20, 202649 minSeason 18Ep. 8

S18 Ep8: Jen Miller - Blood Will Tell

Jen Miller is the creator and host of the amazing new podcast Blood Will Tell. Episodes 1 & 2 of BWT released on Thursday 3/12. It's highly recommended to listen to the first two episodes before checking out this discussion, where Bob and Jen talk about the making of the podcast and the nuance and intricacies of this super unique story. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month lev...

Mar 15, 202640 minSeason 18Ep. 8

S18 Ep7: Follow-Up S18: E7

Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk about Bob's interview with the hosts of the We Are Resilient podcast, Osh and Sheyashe, provide updates on season 2 of the Underestimated podcast and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content ev...

Mar 13, 202646 minSeason 18Ep. 7

S18 Ep7: Sheyahshe & Osh - We Are Resilient

Bob is joined by the hosts of the We Are Resilient podcast. As indigenous women themselves, Osh and Sheyashe offer a unique internal perspective on Missing and Murdered Indigenous People. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and ...

Mar 08, 202641 minSeason 18Ep. 7

S17 Ep25: Follow-Up S17: E25

Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk about Bob's interview with Chris Bynum and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access ...

Mar 06, 202643 minSeason 17Ep. 25

S17 Ep25: Chris Bynum Speaks

Bob finally gets to speak with Chris Bynum. Chris addresses his wrongful conviction from behind the prison walls. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesday. Not to me...

Mar 01, 202630 minSeason 17Ep. 25

S18 Ep6: Follow-Up S18: E6

Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk about Bob's interview with Stephanie Tinsley, touch on a handful of other cases, and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops eve...

Feb 27, 202656 minSeason 18Ep. 6

S18 Ep6: Stephanie Tinsley - Everything They Missed

Bob is joined by Justice Warrior Stephanie Tinsley. Stephanie is the creator and host of the new "Everything They Missed" podcast, where she takes a deep investigative dive into a wrongful conviction that will blow your mind. Listen in for all the details. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all ...

Feb 22, 202640 minSeason 18Ep. 6

S18 Ep5: Follow-Up S18: E5

Bob and Janet are joined by attorney Michael Ausbrook to discuss the Delphi case. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episo...

Feb 20, 20261 hr 8 minSeason 18Ep. 5

S18 Ep5: Delphi Updates w/ Michael Ausbrook

Attorney Michael Ausbrook returns to the show to discuss everything we've learned about the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German since the conclusion of Richard Allen's trial. Evidence and documents have been slowly released to the public in the months following the trial, and Michael joins Bob to help break it all down. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get a...

Feb 15, 20261 hr 3 minSeason 18Ep. 5

S18 Ep4: Follow-Up S18: E4

Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss the second part of Bob's interview with attorney and YouTuber Andrea Burkhart. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention e...

Feb 13, 202646 minSeason 18Ep. 4

S18 Ep4: Andrea Burkhart - Delphi Post-Conviction

Bob is joined again this week by attorney and YouTuber Andrea Burkhart. This is part two of our conversation. In last week's episode the discussion was focused around the trial itself. In Today's episode, Andrea breaks down what's been happening in the appeals process. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free ver...

Feb 08, 202642 minSeason 18Ep. 4

S18 Ep3: Follow-Up S18: E3

Bob and Zaq break down Bob’s interview with attorney and YouTuber Andrea Burkhart, who attended every day of Richard Allen’s trial, and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “P...

Feb 06, 202646 minSeason 18Ep. 3

S18 Ep3: Andrea Burkhart - Delphi Trial

Super Attorney and YouTuber Andrea Burkhart joins Bob in this first part of a two part series. In this week's episode the focus is on Richard Allen's trial. Andrea attended everyday of the trial and reported on it daily on her YouTube channel. Today she shares her perspective on the procedure, the evidence and the outcome. Next week, she'll be returning to discuss the progress of the case in the appeals process following the conviction. Truth & Justice and our work to help the wrongfully con...

Feb 01, 202643 minSeason 18Ep. 3

S18 Ep2: Follow-Up S18: E2

Bob and Zaq talk about the new season of Proof following Bob's interview with Susan Simpson and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesday. ...

Jan 30, 202643 minSeason 18Ep. 2

S18 Ep2: Proof Season 3!

Bob is joined by super attorney and podcaster Susan Simpson. Susan is here to tell us all about the new season of her hit podcast 'Proof'. Episode 1 of Season 3 just dropped on Monday, and it's already has the masses hooked. In this episode you also get an inside look at how Susan balances her work and motherhood. She does it all! The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll ...

Jan 25, 202633 minSeason 18Ep. 2

S18 Ep1: Follow-Up S18: E1

Bob, Zaq, and Janet answer listener questions about Bob's break down of citizens' rights while interacting with law enforcement. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wedne...

Jan 23, 20261 hr 18 minSeason 18Ep. 1

S18 Ep1: Know Your Rights

Bob breaks down our rights as citizens, in regards to interactions with law enforcement. What does Miranda really mean and how does it apply in real life? What does custody mean? What does the law say about lawful orders from law enforcement? How does all of this apply to I.C.E. Agents as opposed to other law enforcement officer? All of these questions are answered in today's episode. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Pa...

Jan 18, 202655 minSeason 18Ep. 1

S17 Ep24: Follow-Up S17: E24

Bob and Janet talk about Bob's interview with Michael Ausbrook about the process of post-conviction relief and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops ev...

Jan 16, 202650 minSeason 17Ep. 24

S17 Ep24: Michael Ausbrook

Bob is joined by attorney Michael Ausbrook to discuss how the process of post-conviction relief works (specifically in Indiana), and how it applies to the Chris Bynum case. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly ...

Jan 11, 202650 minSeason 17Ep. 24

S17 Ep23: Follow-Up S17: E23

Bob, Zaq, and Janet answer listener questions about all past seasons and talk more about Gerald Mathews' confession. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesday. Not to...

Jan 09, 202648 minSeason 17Ep. 23

S17 Ep23: All the Updates

In this episode, Bob live streams with Patrons. We get an update on where things stand with the Bynum case, and Bob shares the latest updates on all of our past seasons. We also get a look into the future plans of Truth & Justice for the next few months. Nearly all of the funding for our work on wrongful conviction cases comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. Patreon pledges allow us to work for the wrongfully convicted free of charge, and provide a voice to the voicel...

Jan 04, 20261 hrSeason 17Ep. 23

S17 Ep22: Follow-Up S17: E22

Bob and Zaq answer listener questions following Bob's interview with listener Colin Shortland, in which Colin shared his analysis of the ball field crime scene. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre...

Dec 26, 202553 minSeason 17Ep. 22

S17 Ep22: A Closer Look at the Ball Field

Bob is joined by listener Colin Shortland. Colin has taken a deep dive into the ball field crime scene, and discovered that the recreation as presented at trial and on this podcast is completely incorrect. Everything changes after hearing his analysis. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all epis...

Dec 21, 202544 minSeason 17Ep. 22

S17 Ep21: Follow-Up S17: E21

Bob and Janet go over Bob's latest interview with Dr. Nicky Jackson and talk more about Gerald Mathews' confession. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesday. Not to ...

Dec 19, 202559 minSeason 17Ep. 21

S17 Ep21: Catching Up w/ Dr. Jackson

Bob is joined by Dr. Nicky Jackson. After three weeks of delivering a series of mind blowing post-conviction discoveries in the case, Dr. Jackson is here to help us absorb it all and breakdown what it means. Unfortunately we also have some very sad news to share at the end of the episode. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EP...

Dec 14, 20251 hrSeason 17Ep. 21

S17 Ep20: Follow-Up S17: E20

Bob, Zaq and Janet answer listener questions and share their thoughts about this week's episode, where we learned about Gerald Mathews (AKA Chris Stokes) confession. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast...

Dec 12, 202558 minSeason 17Ep. 20

S17 Ep20: If Something Should Happen to Me

14 years after the murders of Sheila, Liz, Amp, Suzanne and Angela, a man who had not been on anyone's radar made some arrangements. He instructed a friend to deliver a package to someone connected to the case, in the event that something should happen to him. Three weeks later...something did. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BO...

Dec 07, 202532 minSeason 17Ep. 20
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