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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. 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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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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Episodes
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Bonus: Always On My Mind

12/22/2024
This bonus episode features an episode from 2020, when Bob got on the phone with Troy Eldridge . . . the State's only witness, who was used to wrongfully convict Jesse Eldridge for the murder of Keow Gove. The episode was shocking when it aired, and has become even more shocking now. Shocking because 5 years later, Jesse is still in prison waiting for a Judge to hear this evidence.

Duration:00:57:14

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S15 Ep22: Follow-Up S15: E22

12/20/2024
Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk about Bob's interview with Molly Ribble, address some of the more convoluted parts of the case, and answer listener questions. Today’s Sponsors: Fabric by Gerber Life – Apply today in just minutes at MeetFabric.com/truth 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth GhostBed - Visit GhostBed.com/truth and use code TRUTH now to claim your 50% off discount. Sweet dreams this holiday season start with GhostBed! The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:34:44

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S15 Ep22: A Different Perspective

12/15/2024
Bob is joined by listener Molly Ribble. Molly is on the fence this season. She's not convinced that Jodi is innocent or that they're guilty. She graciously offered to come on the show and have a conversation with Bob, so that they can discuss some of the issues that have left some people less than convinced of Jodi's innocence. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Today's Sponsors: Factor – Go to FactorMeals.com/50truth and use code “50truth” to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth

Duration:01:07:02

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S16 Ep2: Follow-Up S16: E2

12/13/2024
Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Bob's interview with Ryan Wolf, the ethics of podcasting and the rewards of it, and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:47:01

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S16 Ep2: Ryan Wolf - Guilt

12/8/2024
Bob is joined by the Host and Creator of the "Guilt" podcast, Ryan Wolf. Ryan has been doing incredible work in New Zealand. He's been investigating a series of cases, and working directly with law enforcement to make real progress in solving these mysteries. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:42:17

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S15 Ep22: Follow-Up S15: E22

12/6/2024
Bob, Zaq, and Janet are joined by Bob Motta of The Defense Diaries podcast to help answer lots of listener questions about the Delphi case, and the conviction of Richard Allen. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Today's Sponsors: Naked Wines – To get Naked Wine’s 6 bottle for $39.99 offer, head to NakedWines.com/Truth and use code TRUTH for both the code AND password. Fabric by Gerber Life – Apply today in just minutes at MeetFabric.com/truth 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth

Duration:01:21:44

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S15 Ep22: Delphi Trial Explained

12/1/2024
Bob invites his good friend Bob Motta of The Defense Diaries podcast onto the show to help us make sense of Richard Allen's trial and conviction. Allen was convicted for the murders of Libby German and Abby Williams in Delphi, Indiana. After the trial many people question whether Allen is truly guilty. In this special "Bobcast" the Bob's get into the weeds, and talk about the details from the trial. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Today's Sponsor: 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth

Duration:01:24:50

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S15 Ep21: Follow-Up S15: E21

11/29/2024
Bob and Zaq talk about Bob's closing argument in depth and answer listener questions. Today's Sponsor: Uncommon Goods – Go to UncommonGoods.com/truth for 15% off. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:59:44

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S15 Ep21: Not Guilty

11/24/2024
Frustration in the lackluster job done by Jodi's trial attorney, leads Bob to create and deliver his own closing argument. He walks a hypothetical jury through the evidence presented at trial, and makes a strong case for a verdict of Not Guilty. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Today's Sponsor: 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth

Duration:01:06:16

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S15 Ep20: Follow-Up S15: E20

11/22/2024
Bob and Janet discuss the Defense Closing arguments and answer listener questions. Today’s Sponsors: Uncommon Goods – Go to UncommonGoods.com/truth for 15% off. Factor – Go to FactorMeals.com/truth50 and use code “truth50” to get 50% off your first box and 20% off your next month. 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:51:26

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S15 Ep20: The Defense Closing Argument

11/10/2024
Bob breaks down Defense Attorney Ernie White's closing argument, and Prosecutor Art Cotter's rebuttal. We learn how Jodi's trial came to its conclusion before the jury was sent to deliberate. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Today's Sponsor: Naked Wines – To get Naked Wine’s 6 bottle for $39.99 offer, head to NakedWines.com/Truth and use code TRUTH for both the code AND password.

Duration:00:34:42

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S15 Ep19: Follow-Up - S15: E19

11/8/2024
Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss the State's closing argument, Jodi's attorney, and answer listener questions. Today’s Sponsors: Uncommon Goods – Go to UncommonGoods.com/truth for 15% off. 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:45:11

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S15 Ep19: The State's Closing Argument

11/3/2024
Bob breaks down Prosecutor Art Cotter's closing argument from Jodi's murder trial. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Today's Sponsor: 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth

Duration:00:39:55

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S15 Ep18: Follow-Up - S15: E18

11/1/2024
Bob, Janet, and Zaq discuss Bob's trip to Texas, Dakarai Larriett, and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:52:34

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S15 Ep18: Dakarai Larriett

10/27/2024
Bob is joined by Dakarai Larriett. Dakarai was pulled over, harassed and arrested for breaking no laws in the City of Benton Harbor this spring. After his release, he FOIA'd the body cam footage which revealed some startling actions by the arresting officers. Follow Dakarai on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@dakarail The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:36:57

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S15 Ep17: Follow-Up S15: E17

10/25/2024
Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss the alibi witnesses, time card, and their credibility and answer listener questions. Today's Sponsors: Lumen – Get 15% off of your Lumen at Lumen.me/truth 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:49:25

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S15 Ep17: The Alibi Witnesses

10/20/2024
Is Jodi's alibi corroborated by the people they were with on the night of the murder? Today we find out what Princella, LaShunn, Cornelius, Sharelle and Nadia testified to at trial. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Today's Sponsors: Fabric by Gerber Life – Apply today in just minutes at MeetFabric.com/truth Factor – Go to FactorMeals.com/truth50 and use code “truth50” to get 50% off your first box and 20% off your next month. 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth

Duration:00:47:04

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S15 Ep16: Follow-Up S15: E16

10/18/2024
Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Jodi's testimony and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Get tickets to the Berkshire Podcast Festival at BerkshirePodcastFestival.com. Use promo code “FALLINTOTHESOUND” for 20% off.

Duration:00:41:59

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S15 Ep16: The Defendant

10/13/2024
After McGinnis' damning version of events was shared with the jury, Jodi Hill was left with no other choice than to take the stand themself in their own defense. In this episode, Bob breaks down Jodi's trial testimony. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.

Duration:00:37:19

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S15 Ep15: Follow-Up S15: E15

10/11/2024
Bob and Janet go over McGinnis' testimony and his version of Jodi's interview, as well as corruption in the Benton Harbor Police Department and answer listener questions. Today's Sponsors: Naked Wines – To get Naked Wine’s 6 bottle for $39.99 offer, head to NakedWines.com/Truth and use code TRUTH for both the code AND password. 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get started on your fitness goals today at 1stPhorm.com/truth The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Get tickets to the Berkshire Podcast Festival at BerkshirePodcastFestival.com. Use promo code “FALLINTOTHESOUND” for 20% off.

Duration:00:58:06