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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, e...

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NBI Studios

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www.truthandjusticepod.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Josh Hallmark 16.01.2022

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 efforts resulted in the identification of a John Doe and simultaneously solved a years-old missing persons case. He’s here to discuss. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Jim Clemente Follow-Up 14.01.2022

In this episode, the guys broadcast live over Youtube to take on listener questions. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Jim Clemente 09.01.2022

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 Behavioral Analysis Unit. He has now moved on to running his own production company, XG Productions. Jim joins Bob to discuss some of his most recent projects in the true crime space. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Jesse Eldridge Follow-Up 07.01.2022

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!

Jesse Eldridge 02.01.2022

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 Jesse still sits in prison waiting to make the case for his innocence. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Mara Leveritt Follow-Up 31.12.2021

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 ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Mara Leveritt 19.12.2021

Bob interviews the well-known author, Mara Leveritt. Mara wrote the groundbreaking book “The Devil’s Knot”. The book represents several years of investigative work done by Mara, as she takes an extremely deep dive into the West Memphis Three case. Her book was later turned into a movie starring Reese Witherspoon. Mara continues to work on the case even to this day. Most recently she has filed FOIA...

Facebook Live Follow-Up 17.12.2021

Bob and Mike record the show on Facebook Live to interact with listeners on social media. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Jamie Snow 12.12.2021

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 progress. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

Ates Bonus Follow-Up 10.12.2021

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!

Ed & Kim Ates 05.12.2021

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 murder of Elnora Griffin. In September of 2018, Ed was finally allowed to walk free, while still maintaining his innocence. Bob checks in with Ed and his wife Kim to see how the last three years have been going. Listen ad-free by joining ou...

S11 Ep7: S11:E7 Follow-Up 03.12.2021

In the last Follow-Up episode for Season 11, Bob interviews Pablo Velez. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep7: The Legal Battle 28.11.2021

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 ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep6: S11:E6 Follow-Up 26.11.2021

The guys take on listener questions as Season 11 winds down to a close. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep6: An Ambush 14.11.2021

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 connects the three main suspects to the crime, and what Detectives King, Swainson, and ADA Bogar KNEW about the dangerous men that they left on the streets of Houston. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep5: S11:E5 Follow-Up 12.11.2021

Bob, Zaq and Mike are back in the studio to answer listener questions gathered from social media. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep5: Superman 07.11.2021

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 joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep4: S11:E4 Follow-Up 05.11.2021

With Zaq back in the studio this week, the guys take on listener questions from social media. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep4: Claudia Speaks 31.10.2021

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 her story about her interactions with Harris County DA Eileen Bogar will absolutely shock you. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep3: S11:E3 Follow-Up 29.10.2021

This week, it's just Bob and Mike as they take on listener questions from social media. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep3: The Crooked Cops 24.10.2021

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 Department had to lie and hide evidence in order to convict an innocent man. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep2: S11:E2 Follow-Up 22.10.2021

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 joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep2: The Case Against Pablo 17.10.2021

Bob breaks down the State's case against Pablo Velez, at his original trial. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep1: S11:E1 Follow-Up 15.10.2021

The guys discuss listener questions after Bob's first dive into the Pablo Velez case. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

S11 Ep1: The Perfect Rack 10.10.2021

Pablo Velez, Jr. was convicted for the 2004 murder of 17 year old Emerson Bojorquez.  He was killed in a shootout at a Houston night club.  This is the story of how Emerson died . . . and where Pablo Velez was when it happened. Listen ad-free by joining our Patreon!

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