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Truth & Justice with Bob Ruff

NBI Studios
Jodi Hill
Chris Bynum
Wrongful Conviction
Benton Harbor
Richard Allen
False Confessions
Delphi Murders
True Crime
Wrongful Convictions
Cold Cases
West Memphis 3
Criminal Justice System
DNA Testing
Demario Lowe
Mario Lowe
Adnan Syed
Larry Brooks
Demorrio Lowes
Victimology
DNA Evidence

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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Latest Episodes

Beth Shelburne is the journalist and voice behind the Earwitness podcast. Earwitness can be found as season 4 of the Bone Valley podcast. She dives deep into a horrific miscarriage of justice. Toforest Johnson was sentenced to death for the 1995 murd... more

Bob, Zaq, and Janet are joined by hosts of The Murder Sheet podcast Kevin and Àine to discuss last week's episode and answer listener questions.

Bob, Zaq, and Janet are joined by hosts of The Murder Sheet podcast Kevin and Àine to discuss last week'... more

In this Throwback Thursday episode Bob is joined by guests Kristin and Mogab from the podcast “True Crime Creepers.” Kristin, the true crime “fanatic,” tells her friend Mogab, the true crime “newbie,” about a new case each week. Bob spends a large pa... more

On listener requests, Bob is joined by the hosts of The Murder Sheet podcast Kevin and Àine to continue our discussion on the murder of Scott Macklem and the conviction of Temujin Kensu. Kevin and Àine are convinced of Kensu's guilt, have come on the... more

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Recent Guests

Shane Waters
Host of the Foul Play podcast
Foul Play Podcast
Episode: S18: TBT: Shane Waters - Foul Play
Aaron Habel
Host of Framed, True Crime podcaster focusing on the Kensu/Macklem case
Framed
Episode: S18 Ep28: Aaron Habel - Framed
Iris Eytan
CEO of Protect Ethical Prosecutors
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Episode: S18 Ep26: Iris Eytan - Protect Ethical Prosecutors
Quinlan Posner
Co-host of Truly, Darkly, Creeply
Truly, Darkly, Creeply
Episode: S18: TBT - Kerry & Quinlan
Kerry Ipema
Co-host of Truly, Darkly, Creeply
Truly, Darkly, Creeply
Episode: S18: TBT - Kerry & Quinlan
Heather Lewis
Executive Director of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund; National Participatory Defense Trainer
Reuniting Family Bail Fund
Episode: S18 Ep24: Heather Lewis - Bail Reform
Erica Bergenham
Producer/wellow on Truth & Justice
NBI Studios
Episode: S18: TBT - Jason Flom
Jason Flom
Founder/CEO, Lava For Good; host of Bone Valley
Lava For Good / Bone Valley
Episode: S18: TBT - Jason Flom
Gilbert King
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and journalist, author of Devil in the Grove and Bone Valley
Author, Bone Valley
Episode: S18: Throwback Thursday: Gilbert King - Bone Valley

Hosts

Bob Ruff
Host and lead interviewer focused on wrongful conviction and crowd-sourced investigations.
Janet Varney
Co-host with follow-up episodes and live/promo appearances.

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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month ago
  • Need a good editor

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Soupy13
    United Statesa month 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 States2 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 States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise real-world impact and justice-focused outcomes driven by crowd-sourced investigations.
Some listeners feel newer seasons are less tightly scripted or more opinionated, affecting pacing for some segments.
Feedback often highlights educational value from student-led journalism pieces and crowd-sourced reporting.
Feedback is mixed on host dynamics, with strong praise for Bob Ruff and critiques centered on Varney's role.
Positive comments frequently note transparency and community-funded investigative work.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#194
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#221
Italy/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#74
Russia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#212
Brazil/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S18 Ep28: Aaron Habel - Framed
Q: What is your end goal with this season, and how do you balance solving the case with ensuring justice for the victim?
Aaron and Bob talk about solving the case as a general aim but emphasize that true justice involves scrutinizing all evidence, avoiding a rush to judgment, considering victimology, and recognizing the limitations and biases of investigations from the 1980s.
S18 Ep28: Aaron Habel - Framed
Q: Were you able to record in the prison for the Kensu interview, and what were the logistics like?
Bob details the constraints of prison visits, including security protocols, a portable recording setup, and the fact that most of the prison interaction happened under controlled conditions, which influenced how much of the interview could be captured.
S18 Ep28: Aaron Habel - Framed
Q: How did you land on the Scott Macklem case as the focus for this season?
Aaron explains that the case was selected to shift the focus from the accused to the victim's story and to explore lingering questions about the investigation, while acknowledging his long-standing interest in the Kensu/Macklem narrative and the opportunity to bring a fresh, victim-centered perspective.
S18: TBT - Aaron & Justin LIVE from Vegas
Q: So what year did you guys make the first Generation Why podcast?
They started in 2012, with 2012 being the year of the launch, which they discuss as the moment the show began.
S18 Ep27: Alex Campbell Returns - Murder 101
Q: How did you come up with using true crime in your classroom, and what sparked the project in 2018?
The idea grew from a cross-disciplinary collaboration with a criminal justice teacher and a local murder case, which led to a hands-on inquiry where students analyzed evidence, worked with investigators, and built a narrative around victims and possible serial offenders, ultimately resulting in a published book.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Truth & Justice

What is Truth & Justice about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A listener-driven investigative show that crowdsources justice work, focusing on wrongful convictions, cold cases, and ongoing case updates. Recent seasons emphasize real-world impact, ethical considerations in documenting investigations, and the interplay between documentary storytelling and live community participation. Noteworthy is the mix of long-form case analysis with guest expert discussions and educational segments featuring student-led journalism initiatives, all while maintaining a transparent, audience-inclusive funding model. Potential listeners may value rigorous case work, transparent processes, and opportunities to engage in real-time investigations or sponsorships that align with justice reform and investigative journalism.... more

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3. Iris Eytan
4. Quinlan Posner
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