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Truth & Justice with Bob Ruff

NBI Studios
Chris Bynum
Wrongful Conviction
Richard Allen
Delphi Murders
False Confessions
Jodi Hill
Benton Harbor
True Crime
Wrongful Convictions
West Memphis 3
Cold Cases
DNA Testing
Criminal Justice System
Delphi Case
Larry Brooks
Adnan Syed
Victimology
DNA Evidence
Gary, Indiana
Interrogation Techniques

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 i... more

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Bob is joined by one of his best true crime friends, Josh Hallmark. Josh hosts and produces the amazing show True Crime Bullsh*t, where he's been investigating the horrific crimes of Israel Keyes for over a decade. In today's episode he and Bob discu... more

Bob and Zaq talk about Bob's upcoming trip and answer listener questions.

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Bob is joined by award winning journalist Michael Hall. Michael is known for his long form reporting on criminal justice topics for Texas Monthly. In 2019 he wrong an incredible story about Ed Ate's fight for justice and how the Truth & Justice Army ... more

Bob, Zaq and Janet chat about Bob's discussion with Suzanna Ryan. Listener questions lead to an interesting talk about privacy rights and new DNA collection methods.

The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our ... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Hall
Award-winning journalist known for long-form criminal justice reporting for Texas Monthly
Texas Monthly
Episode: S18 Ep41: Michael Hall - The Yogurt Shop Murders
Suzanna Ryan
Forensic DNA analyst and founder of Borealis Forensics.
Borealis Forensics
Episode: S18 Ep40: Suzanna Ryan - Innovation Solves a Cold Case
Lisa Tremaine
Certified perinatal mental health specialist; founder of New Jersey's Center for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Center for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders / Monmouth Medical Center
Episode: S18 Ep38: Follow-Up S18: E38
Lisa Tremayne
Perinatal Mental Health Specialist; nurse; founder of Center for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Bloom; Monmouth Medical Center
Episode: S18 Ep38: Lisa Tremayne - Perinatal Mental-Health
Bob Mata
Guest discussing the Lindsay Clancy trial
Legal expert involved in case discussion
Episode: S18 Ep36: Follow-Up S18: E36
Bob Motta
Attorney; defense attorney discussing Lindsay Clancy case
Defense Diaries / Massachusetts legal community
Episode: S18 Ep36: Lindsay Clancy Trial w/ Bob Motta
Kathleen Goldhar
Host of True Crime Byline
Antica Productions
Episode: S18: TBT: Kathleen Goldhar - True Crime Byline
Anya from Murder Sheep
Attorney who attended the Delphi trial
Murder Sheep podcast
Episode: S18 Ep34: Delphi Just the Facts: Pt. 1 - Timeline
Kevin from Murder Sheep
Attorney who attended the Delphi trial
Murder Sheep podcast
Episode: S18 Ep34: Delphi Just the Facts: Pt. 1 - Timeline

Hosts

Bob Ruff
Host focused on crowdsourced investigations and wrongful convictions; leads long-form, real-time case analysis.
Janet Varney
Co-host contributing follow-up discussions and guest-host segments; engages with audience questions and case analysis.
Zaq Weaver
Co-host and frequent contributor, often handling follow-ups and audience engagement.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 9.8k ratings
  • Solid Host

    Don’t get me wrong, I love the content and the format, but there’s something about the way the host grabbed me that makes this podcast so good I wish I could give 6 stars. Not sure if it is the humbleness or the genuine intrigue, but I am hooked. Excited for more from this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jilldhejejfhen
    United States4 months ago
  • Bad

    You have no idea what you are talking about. You do not understand real forensics and how police departments work. I don’t care who you talk to, you don’t get it. You think you’re an expert in profiling., What a joke. And Janet is awful!!! A follow up

    To a follow up to a follow up lol.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fffcfv
    United States4 months ago
  • Need a good editor

    An interesting podcast, but could use an editor to help streamline the content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Soupy13
    United States4 months ago
  • Janet

    Every follow up just seems like Janet is upset and offended about something. Maybe she isn’t cut out for this. It is exhausting to listen to her have a meltdown for 20 minutes every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TXpodcastListener
    United States5 months ago
  • All for promo

    I started listening at the very beginning and I believed in bob. Then I was a bit put off by the west Memphis three investigation. He said it was for the victims but he was proving the three that are out are Vincent fore the sake of a possible hbo show. The pandemic hit and he just quit the case after the accused died when he had been saying it was for her mom who would not want her daughter as the killer of record when not true. I felt sad as mother that it was dropped. Then came the intervi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    truth should be truth
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Mix of strong investigative rigor and audience participation; a core element for sponsorship appeal.
Listener feedback values accountability and real-world impact on wrongful conviction cases.
Some critiques note uneven pacing or political discussions; production quality is a frequent topic of discussion.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#102
Singapore/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#210
United Arab Emirates/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#210
Brazil/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S18 Ep41: Follow-Up S18: E41
Q: What do you and Zaq think will happen if the DNA testing from MVAC comes back with Terry Hobbs all over it?
The hosts say the implications would depend on whose DNA appears, where it is found and in what quantity. They hope compelling results could support exonerations and further investigation, while noting that transfer DNA could be raised as an explanation.
S18 Ep41: Follow-Up S18: E41
Q: Are you ready for your trip, and are you going to try to get any rest while you're on the mountain? Do you have any plans other than maybe hunting?
Ruff describes a weeklong, physically demanding backcountry hunt in Colorado, but says the time away from screens and everyday demands refreshes him mentally and emotionally.
S18 Ep40: Suzanna Ryan - Innovation Solves a Cold Case
Q: How did you use the booking fingerprint card to help identify the suspect in the Contreras case?
With no conventional reference sample available for the deceased suspect, Ryan tested his 1982 booking fingerprint card, which he would have touched while giving fingerprints. She recovered a DNA profile and compared it with the male DNA from the victim's vaginal swab. The result helped investigators obtain a direct reference sample from the suspect's son and advance the identification.
S18 Ep40: Suzanna Ryan - Innovation Solves a Cold Case
Q: What does it mean that extraction is wrapped up, and where does that put the West Memphis Three DNA testing?
Ryan explains that extraction is an early analysis step that isolates DNA into solution. Quantitation follows to measure how much DNA is present, after which investigators can decide which samples to test further. Interpretation and reporting can take longer, particularly if the samples contain mixtures.
S18 Ep40: Follow-Up S18: E40
Q: I'm curious what generally compels DNA collection now, like what level of criminality? Do you think collecting DNA in this manner poses legal or ethical questions if the person wouldn't have otherwise been required to submit DNA to the authorities?
Bob explains that rules for DNA collection vary by state and jurisdiction. He discusses the Supreme Court ruling allowing collection after certain arrests, and raises privacy and constitutional concerns about using older fingerprint records to obtain DNA.

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A listener-driven true crime and justice-focused show that follows wrongful conviction and cold case investigations, often in real time with crowd contributions. Episodes frequently feature in-depth interviews with journalists, authors, legal experts, and educators, exploring prosecutorial accountability, investigative ethics, and system failures while highlighting how crowdsourced research can drive real-world change. A notable strength is its live, participatory format that invites audience input and transparency as cases unfold across seasons, making it a strong fit for listeners who value accountability, nuance, and investigative rigor in the justice system.

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2. Suzanna Ryan
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