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. 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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  • BeeCuzThatsWhy
    šŸ§
    Have enjoyed your work for years! Seems the pod has changed this yearā€¦ lots more ā€œfillerā€ piecesšŸ„“. Looking forward to getting back to a full throttled investigation in the new year.šŸ˜Ž
  • TRIBE1963
    Varney/ Bob Motta
    Janet Varney hijacks the Friday follow-up shows way too much. Perfect example was the episode with Bob Motta & The Delphi trial. The show isnā€™t about you, Hollyweirdo!
  • AbbeyLucille
    Really disappointed. No more $upport from me
    Used to really be in awe of the work Bob Ruff did, but recently, his multiple episodes with Bob Motta have now turned me off completely. I will no longer support via Patreon. The one sided lies spewed by Motta and entertained and given a platform by Ruff leave me disgusted. Maybe invite someone on to give FACTS regarding the Delphi case, and not someone who yells incoherent statements for podcast listeners. Do better, Bob Ruff. Abby and Libby deserve better, and stop acting like RA didnā€™t get a fair trial.
  • pvbbee
    Just lost all respect
    Really appreciate all the work Bob has done for innocent people but have lost all respect with the Bob Motta episode about the Delphi trial. Not everyone is innocent. Two children are dead and no talk for even a second about that. Not one second.
  • 1Random sailor
    Season 15
    Great podcast. I was born and raised in Benton Harbor, so this one really hit home for me.
  • Lahmonj
    Season 15 is ā€¦
    Much better than the rehashing of Adnanā€™s conviction.
  • Listener112233
    Omg the mansplaining
    Great podcast, in spite of some repetitive explanations.
  • MoogLoom
    No excuses
    The King of irresponsible reporting. Mr. Ruff likes to present his opinion as fact, often missing or tweaking key evidence from the records to fit his narrative. Listener beware ā€” be sure you do your own homework.
  • Rolth
    Season 5ā€¦
    Iā€™m still catching up so this is only based on seasons 1-mid-5. I really liked seasons 1-4 but wasnā€™t sure if I would like what season 5 would be about. I already felt like it was going against what he said the show would be about. He refused to take on anything with the Making a Murderer case because it already had so much awareness, then he chooses another famous case? Then in the middle of season 5, after saying on every episode that he wants people to actively discuss the case, he says that anyone that tries to discuss a very viable suspect will be banned because he likes the guy and doesnā€™t think heā€™s a suspect. The fact that he dug his heels in so deep and refused to see any other point of view goes against everything he said he was about.
  • Juliabookz
    Moved!
    Bob your riotous indignation is everything!! I am offended as a person from Michigan what we have done to Jodi.
  • mundymama
    Potato with a Mic
    This guyā€¦is a goofy goober.
  • MikeMullins812
    Here from TCO!
    Always looking for good shows and so STOKED that True Crime Obsessed showed me this!! Love it so far and so upset I didnā€™t know this show existed!!!
  • Onesourcegirl
    Excellent podcast!
    I truly appreciate the word of Bob and his crew for getting the truth out about Benton Harbor and its total lack of leadership and policing for its residents. Itā€™s a truly heartbreaking story and, sadly, one too common in African-American communities. But thanks for getting the word out. Your work must make a difference!
  • Wena641
    Great Podcast, Great Human.
    I love listening to and watching Bob Ruff. Bob continues to make sure the victims are not the footnote to their murder. I watched him when he worked on the Memphis 3, and how hard he worked on that atrocity, to the one everyone know him for Adnanā€™s case. He has always made it his mission to help others, even in his firefighter profession. Keep up the amazing work Bob, and Iā€™ll keep listening.
  • Jillybean0726
    S 15
    Looking forward to helping this woman get her story heard and hopefully getting her home safely!
  • thisnicknameistaken7742899492
    Doing Godā€™s work, and doing it well
    Excellent show. Very deep and thorough investigations. Shines a light on the frequent horrors of the criminal justice system for those without money, privilege, or influence. Often enough, Bob and his team manage to make a difference. Love the new music.
  • Zscdt
    You have got to be kidding
    Out of all the wrongful incarceration cases out there you pick this case???? Iā€™m not into cancel culture but this makes me understand why it exists. MAYBE I will tune back in season 16. Maybe.
  • Jesus whatnicknameisnttaken
    So genuine
    Love Bob! He is a great researcher and explains things well. He gives a lot of his time and works hard. I also love Janice and Zach. Great podcast!
  • arbeasley
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    I just watched your episode on Huluā€™s Web of Death. I have a big heart for the wrongly convicted, and what youā€™re doing to help is absolutely amazing. I am now a podcast listener. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
  • Blondieskatz
    West Memphis Season 5
    Really was interested in listening to give as much information as I could about the three little boys murdered. Unfortunately, the host bashes the police, which they did make a lot of mistakes. Not only does he do that you would think heā€™s some kind a big deal Iā€™ve our profile I hung in there until I just couldnā€™t stand it anymore. He may want to rethink the way he does his podcast.
  • Stephanie#1210
    Bob please take a communication course
    Not sure how Bob went from sounding public high school educated, to currently sounding like he spent a stint in state prisons SHU unit.
  • mspattiann
    Thanks
    You are appreciated Truth & Justice!! Look forward to each episode.
  • troof501
    Consistently the best šŸ’œ
    I canā€™t live without my T&J. You guys are consistently one of the only podcasts that has kept itā€™s spark over the years. Iā€™ve truly enjoyed every season and it just keeps getting better.
  • MMPhin
    Excellent!
    From a fire chief to exonerating the wrongfully convicted, Bob Ruff is an excellent story teller, researcher and podcaster. Iā€™m hooked. Bob and his army are doing amazing and important work.
  • Chas surfer
    Ignore the haters
    This podcast has, throughout the years, attempted to provide clear and concise ACTUAL evidence to cases. Through intensive work and investigation many new issues have come to light. Itā€™s not only about the Adnan Syed case, although haters seem to have pushed that agenda. Many pick a side and then make the evidence fit, and you will NOT find that on this podcast. The work ethic, doing his OWN work instead of using others without investigating the validity, is tremendous. If you value true investigative work and honesty, then you wonā€™t be disappointed with the many seasons of this podcast.
  • itwasntmesir45
    Confused by this
    This show is all opinions and the wrong ones at that. No evidence or facts just a cop hating, victim blaming, pro criminal outlook. No intelligence found in this show just weird narcissistic jibber jabber. Sorry Bob but no. PS ADNAN is GUILTY AS EFF.
  • $ex(oward
    Complete Joke
    If youā€™re looking for truth or justice, look somewhere else. I used to love this show until I actually read the police case files- NOT the selected information Bob presents. If you want a real look at the actual case file follow the ā€œTruth and Justice Discussion Groupā€ on Facebookā€¦ not the ā€œOfficial Fan Groupā€. The poor excuse for reporting and journalism aside, Bob runs the Official Group like a dictator- he kicks out dissenters and promotes/encourages anything that feeds his ego.
  • HenryB521
    Bob had lost his way
    One of my favorites at one time. When he went after fellow podcaster, I refused to endorse or give him a good rating
  • ABN0455
    Really ??
    Itā€™s been Several weeks since a recent upload really ?? You expect to hang with the big guys and upload for weeks on end ?? Good luck with that !!!
  • 2004 MP
    Truth
    Thank you for the time and efforts you have put in to breaking down the B.S. prosecutors podcast. As if justice isnā€™t hard enough to get in this case. These two should be prosecuted for the complete garbage they are putting out and trying to hinder justice.
  • 631709
    Thank you!
    Iā€™ve been a listener since season one. Bob , I followed you and the team on this journey going over The prosecutors podcast -on why they believe Adnan is guilty kicking and screaming. From the first time hearing Adan's story through serial, I thought something was off . Then listening to your season on Adanā€™s case and of course all of undisclosed episodes meticulously covering and uncovering all the facts AKA Truth of the wrongful conviction and horrible miscarriage of justice done to Adnan and Hae . I didnā€™t want to listen to anymore misinformation about this case. However I did, it was extremely hard , but so glad you took this to task. Especially for those folks who didnā€™t have any thing else to go on except the incredibly misinformation that The prosecutors episodeā€™s put out there. Thank you for doing this , I know it had to be extremely difficult and draining. You are appreciated! !!!! As well as your team. My prayers are with all of you.
  • Kel Shell
    Facts are facts
    I am always still amazed on how much Bob focuses on the evidence and the facts and is very clear when heā€™s sharing his opinion. Other podcasts frame the story they want you to hear, but Bob treats you like an adult who can make your own decisions about the evidence presented. He assumes his audience is intelligent, and he never condescends. All that said, I still love the occasional Angry Bob! Say what you gotta say, and donā€™t apologize!
  • Couvekatie
    The BEST in true crime podcasting.
    Truth and Justice is the gold-standard in true crime podcasting. Keep up the great work!
  • Jimmy Neutronic
    This podcast
    Is a podcast about a podcast talking about a podcast they created supporting a popular podcast. Itā€™s hilarious. But also disturbing. Everything thatā€™s wrong with true crime your thing? Youā€™ve found your people. Weaponized microphone included.
  • MelNic1213
    New Fan!
    Iā€™m an avid listener of true crime podcasts and I just stumbled upon yours 2 weeks ago. I donā€™t know why I didnā€™t start from season 1 but I started at the season of the Adnan appeal case. After that season I started from season 1. I LOVE THIS PODCAST!!! I just want to say thank you for all the work you are doing for the wrongfully convicted! Your work is so informative, detailed and full of compassion. You would of been an amazing lawyer. I just wanted to show my gratitude for you and your work. May God bless you and your family.
  • Ldubs82
    My go-to podcast
    Iā€™ve been a listener since season 1 and canā€™t say enough about the Truth & Justice team and their commitment to help wrongfully convicted people as well as the families of victims get the justice they deserve. Each season gets better and better. The follow-up episodes are my favorite as I like to listen to the teamā€™s conversations as well as the questions and comments from other listeners. It can be just a podcast if you want, but it can also be a true community.
  • Veronica_212
    Seriously?!
    Is this guy for real?! I genuinely thought this is supposed to be a true crime PARODY podcast! ā€œDissectingā€ a more popular, evidence-based podcast might make him some money but it hardly comes close to persuasive or thoughtful. Kind of fits in with his personality and style I guess, but listening to him is mind-numbing and tedious. Nice try though, Bob.
  • hithisappisnotgood
    Grifter
    Bob falsely claims a copyright to the police interview for Jenn to force people to listen to this on his podcast where he can make money off of the murder of an innocent girl, whose killer he is supporting not because he actually believes in his innocence, but to make money. Heā€™s a low rate grifter of the worst kind. Anyone that follows him is stupid and lacks critical thinking skills, just like Bob.
  • TY1975
    Unbelievable
    This is a podcast about a podcast again, and this time itā€™s much worse. He is not only a bad podcaster in terms of voice, cadence, presentation, he is not very bright and only responds to things he disagrees with, without much rational thinking involved. Itā€™s frankly lame and exploitative. The girl and guy that does this fiasco with him, seem like good people, but they enable this insane echo chamber. The prosecutors are the real deal, this is just trash really
  • jldr77
    Disappointed
    I have listened to a couple of seasons and enjoyed them. These new multiple episodes putting down another podcast is off putting. If you stand by your case, no response to another podcast should be necessary. I feel like people quit listening to this podcast because it was boring so we are back to Adnan in an attempt to stay relevant.
  • ShimMmerz
    Disappointed
    Disappointed
  • Moo-moo mama
    Most important podcast out there
    This pod is one of the few truly making a difference, helping people in real time, and God willing saving lives along the way. Listen and give back, if you can.
  • crimeo
    No Credibility
    Sorry Bob, but you are stretching the truth and making no sense. Brett and Alice break it down and all you do is pontificate. Glad you like the sound of your voice so much that even nonsense is pleasing to you because your word salad on Adnan is just that nonsense.
  • leslie_will
    Hard no
    There canā€™t be this many naive people with no common sense or critic thinking skills. Yet here they areā€¦leaving this blathering grifter five star reviews.
  • All_nicknames_are_taken_
    I love this podcast!
    A truly top notch investigator and podcaster.
  • Lisa Rose G.
    Phenomenal Coverage
    Bob and his team do not take the easy way out; this is FACT-BASED reporting and analysis. Solid research. Solid podcast.
  • Jbklvr
    Jumped the shark
    Early seasons were pretty good, but definitely jumped the shark during the Houston teenager season. It seems to be more about preaching to his supporters than any real truth or justice.
  • MDLawyer03
    Bob and Team Rock!
    Bob and his team do amazing investigative work, give you the facts and details as they go about investigating and reporting on wrongful convictions. You feel as though you are right alongside them.
  • Jax's Reviews
    Bad Faith Podcaster
    Bob comes across as so egotistical and arrogant when he tries to discredit another podcast that comes to a conclusion that is different from his. He says that he attempts to discredit their sources and facts, but he ends up coming across as an angry man thatā€™s grasping at soggy paper straws.
  • richierichAZ77
    Grifter
    I canā€™t tell if Bob is completely unhinged or just a total idiot. Either one could explain this absolute garbage. Keep grifting, Bob.
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