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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 17 follows and investigates the potential wrongf... more

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Bob reveals a series of four affidavits from witnesses, who were never contacted by the original investigators. All four have direct knowledge about the crimes and who committed them. None of the four are connected to Chris Bynum and none of the four... more

Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk about the DNA found on Sheila Bartee and Elizabeth Daily-Ayers and answer listener questions.

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This episode is all about the forensic evidence that was concealed from the jury and ignored by the prosecution in Chris Bynum's case. Post-conviction investigators uncovered evidence and connections that have opened doors to new leads. Why also lear... more

Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss and Graddick's closing argument and answer listener questions.

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Recent Guests

Tasha Stiles
Daughter of Liz Ayers
Episode: S17 Ep7: Elizabeth Dailey-Ayers
Amanda Knox
Author, speaker, and former wrongfully convicted individual
Host of the podcast Diving Into False Confessions
Episode: S16 Ep29: Follow-Up S16: E29
Alison Clayton
Attorney associated with the Innocence Project of Texas
Innocence Project of Texas
Episode: S16 Ep27: Follow-Up S16:E27
Danica Obregon
Attorney involved in wrongful conviction cases at IPTX
Innocence Project of Texas
Episode: S16 Ep27: Innocence in Texas
Mike Ware
Executive Director of the Innocence Project of Texas
Innocence Project of Texas
Episode: S16 Ep27: Innocence in Texas
Allison Clayton
Attorney working on multiple wrongful conviction cases including Jesse Eldridge's
Innocence Project of Texas
Episode: S16 Ep27: Innocence in Texas
Kaitlin Gilbert
Attorney working on Sandy Melgar's case
Innocence Project of Texas
Episode: S16 Ep27: Innocence in Texas
Christopher Robinson
Co-host of the Labyrinth Podcast and author
Labyrinth Podcast
Episode: S16 Ep24: Follow-Up S16: E24
Alan Hirsh
Professor, attorney, and expert in interrogations and false confessions.
Episode: S16 Ep23: The Science of False Confessions

Host

Bob Ruff
Host of the investigative podcast, focusing on wrongful convictions and cold cases, actively engaging the audience in the investigative process.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 9.8k ratings
  • No Varney

    1 star for Follow-Up show with Varney. Plus, you guys couldn’t even say “Charlie Kirk”….when doing an analogy. Unreal lib slanted trash as always, but not too shocked

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TRIBE1963
    United States3 months ago
  • No Varney

    Please lose the lunatic liberal crying Karen. She’s crying again & making the show about her….LIKE EVERY FREAKING FRIDAY! 1 star for Varney-fest. 5 stars with no Varney.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TRIBE1963
    United States3 months ago
  • So far I like it

    New listener that started with the newest case, Season 17. It’s presented well and I really like the host/narrator. Four stars because I wait to form a better opinion after this case comes to its end.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Pattimom74
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    A must listen for any True Crime followers. Season 5 on the WM3 is a must listen. Thank you to the team for all their hard work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tinkerbell from Bellevue
    United States4 months ago
  • The Follow Ups

    I love this podcast for the extensive reporting. The Follow Up episodes—I tend to “Mark as Played”. I think Janet has a literal great voice for the air. Her input however adds little “meat” to the conversation. She has a tendency to ramble. At a point that most listeners get right away, she continues to over-explain for another two minutes. Often at the end of her monologue, she’s close to tears. Then the listener has to endure another two minutes of Bob mopping her up off the floor. This is a w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hsrc5923
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Engagement with the audience through social advocacy is seen as a positive aspect of the show.
Bob Ruff is praised for his passionate storytelling and dedication to the cause of justice.
Criticism stems from an increase in focus on personal opinions that some listeners find intrusive to the investigations.
Some feel that changes in the focus of discussions, particularly political elements, have detracted from the original intent of the podcast.
Listeners appreciate the extensive research and attention to detail in investigating complex cases.

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#165
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Apple Podcasts
#203
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Apple Podcasts
#229
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S17 Ep18: Follow-Up S17: E18
Q: Has Chris's legal team pursued forensic genetic genealogy to try to identify the unknown profile from the vaginal swabs?
No, they haven't, but that's because the two major profiles that were enough volume to be able to get a match on, they were both matched.
S17 Ep18: Follow-Up S17: E18
Q: Is this the same victim whose oral swab was positive? If so, it would seem to me that strongly suggests the oral sex happened after the food was consumed, which might help narrow the timeline.
Unfortunately, no. It was Sheila Bartee whose stomach contents indicate that she had recently eaten.
S17 Ep18: Follow-Up S17: E18
Q: Did I hear this right? DNA found on the doorknob at the second murder matched DNA at the ballpark crime scene?
Yes, but does not match the DNA of the man convicted of the murder.
S17 Ep18: Follow-Up S17: E18
Q: Were the DNA from the kits ever compared to each other in order to see if they were related?
Yes, there's multiple, between the majors and the minors, they all came from different people, that we know.
S17 Ep14: Follow-Up S17: E14
Q: Did the detectives involved in this case have any other complaints against them?
There is evidence of corruption within the Gary Police Department, and research is ongoing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Truth & Justice

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Focusing on the intricate narratives behind potential wrongful convictions and cold cases, this podcast offers an engaging exploration of the justice system. The host, an investigative reporter, employs a listener-driven format that encourages audience participation to aid in solving complex legal mysteries. Each season tackles a specific case, fostering a unique blend of real-time analysis and community involvement. Noteworthy is the collaborative nature of the investigations, where the audience is prompted to contribute insights and questions, making them integral to the pursuit of truth and justice. Themes commonly discussed include forensic evidence analysis, victim perspectives, and the societal implications of wrongful convictions, em... more

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