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 ...
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Conviction Integrity Unit Podcasts
A place where I host conversations with people who have been impacted by wrongful convictions - sometimes this is an exoneree, a family member of an exoneree, a justice official, a filmmaker, a student...I'm really open to speaking with anyone because I think we all have such interesting and unique perspectives to bring around this issue in an effort to challenge assumptions, surface uncomfortable truths, and foster critical thinking about how justice is pursued and portrayed.
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The Failing Justice Podcast, where real conversations about criminal justice unfold. Founded by law enforcement veteran, Justin Carlson, we bring insider insights to the forefront. Join us as we tackle issues like police reform, systemic challenges, and wrongful convictions. Get ready for unfiltered discussions, inspiring stories, and expert interviews. Together, let's challenge norms, amplify voices, and drive change. Tune in for a unique perspective on justice, advocacy, and the journey to ...
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Episode 9 - The Dallas Conviction Integrity Unit
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In this compelling episode of Wrongfully Yours, Kelly is joined by Mike Ware and James Hammond from the groundbreaking Dallas Conviction Integrity Unit, the first of its kind in the U.S. Together, they unpack how the unit was formed, the culture of resistance they faced, and what it means to have a prosecutorial office dedicated to uncovering wrong…
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This episode fills in the gaps between Chris' first statement, Shakey's statement and Chris' second statement. We hear about Shenita's police interview, the trip to look for the gun, Tyrelle's arrest, and more. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At …
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Bob and Zaq discuss Chris' first statement 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 Exclusi…
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In this episode we pick up where we left off last week. After Chris Bynum signed his first statement, he was booked into the jail. The next day "Shakey" gave a statement of his own. What happened next, led the Chris being sent to prison for the rest of his life for a crime he didn't commit. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly fro…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk over Chris' first statement to police 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 hou…
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When the Dallas Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU) was created, there was no playbook. When asked how the CIU adopts a case, Mike Ware goes back to the beginning and shares how, in the absence of any template, their team began with a daunting list: 454 people who had been denied the DNA testing they requested. In this episode of Wrongfully Yours, we g…
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Patrick Waller asked for DNA testing twice and was denied both times. By the time the Dallas CIU finally got access to the case and the testing confirmed Patrick’s innocence, it was too late to charge the real perpetrators. The statute of limitations had expired. In the next episode of Wrongfully Yours, James Hammond and Mike Ware unpack a devastat…
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Bob shares the full transcript of Chris Bynum's first police statement, given on February 18th. We also hear about what transpired after he signed that statement, and hear from another suspect placed all blame in the case onto Bynum. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreo…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Bob's interview with Dr. Nicky Jackson 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…
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Episode 8 - Eric Anderson (continued - part 3)
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In this moving conclusion to Eric Anderson’s story, we pick up right where we left off: Eric learns he’s going home—just four hours before his release—after nearly a decade of wrongful imprisonment. With powerful honesty, Eric shares the whirlwind of emotions, the surreal return to freedom, and the beginning of a new fight: life after exoneration. …
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Episode 7 - Eric Anderson (continued - part 2)
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In this powerful follow-up, Eric Anderson continues his harrowing journey from being a gunshot victim to a wrongfully convicted man sentenced to 15–22 years in prison. Despite being offered a plea deal of probation and expungement, Eric refused to admit guilt for a crime he did not commit. He shares disturbing insights into the failures of the crim…
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S17 Ep10: From the Crime Scenes to Chris Bynum
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Bob is joined by Dr. Nicky Jackson, the Executive Director of the Center for Justice and Exoneration Network. Dr. Jackson originally brought this case to us and this interview she explains her connection to the case, the work her Center has done on it and explains how Bynum ended up in the interrogation room the day after the murders.…
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“Somebody's got to do it. Because if we don't, who’s going to educate? Who’s going to teach them this is happening?” After being failed at every level of the system, Eric Anderson could have walked away from it all. Instead, he chose advocacy. In this advance clip from Wrongfully Yours, Eric opens up about why he keeps showing up and reliving his t…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Larry's contrasting statements 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…
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Coming Sept 16: Two powerful episodes. One unforgettable story.
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Part 1 "They gave me a trash bag and said, ‘They want you up front right now.’" After years of wrongful incarceration, Eric Anderson was suddenly told he was going home with just four hours to process it. No ceremony. No support. Just a rush to get him out the door. In this clip from the next episode of Wrongfully Yours, Eric reflects on the surrea…
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Larry Brooks was 12 years old and in the 5th grade when his mother, aunt and mother's boyfriend were murdered in the living room of his home. He's an often overlooked victim in this case. He was courageous enough to come out of his room after the attack, and call 911. He told the first responding officers what he had seen and heard, but rather than…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Henry Hatch's testimony as well as if the two crime scenes are connected 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…
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In this gripping episode of Wrongfully Yours, Eric Anderson shares the shocking story of how he became entangled in a wrongful conviction — all after being the victim of a shooting. As a 20-year-old college student pursuing his dreams in computer engineering, Eric was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time when he was struck by a stray bullet …
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Bob breaks down Firearms Examiner Henry Hatch's testimony, as well as another witness to determine if the two crime scenes are connected. 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 EPISOD…
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Bob and Janet discuss Bob's interview with the daughter of Elizabeth Daily-Ayers 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 al…
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Eric Anderson was just grabbing a late-night bite when a stray bullet changed everything. What happened next is a story you won’t forget. In the next episode of Wrongfully Yours, Eric shares how being an innocent bystander turned into something far worse and how that one night derailed his entire life. Listen to the teaser now and catch the full ep…
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Bob is joined by the daughter of Liz Ayers. Tasha helps us to understand who her mother was. She was so much more than just a victim of a horrific crime. Liz was a mother and a grandmother, and her tragic death has had a lasting effect on the people who loved her. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Pa…
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Bob and Zaq discuss the autopsy reports for Anthony, Suzanne, and Angela 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 episod…
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In this follow-up episode, retired law enforcement officer Marcus Beach returns to share the evolution and impact of the Wrongful Conviction Awareness and Avoidance Program—now mandatory training for all new police recruits across Illinois. We talk about how the initiative began, why it matters, and how real change starts with education, openness, …
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S17 Ep6: The Autopsies: Angela, Suzanne & Amp
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Bob breaks down the autopsies of Anthony Jeffers, Angela Wallace and Suzanne Wallace. We learn how many shots were fired, bullet trajectories, caliber used and the real meaning of the toxicology reports. 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/…
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“When you hear stats, you listen. When you meet an exoneree, you feel it.” In our next episode of Wrongfully Yours, Marc Beach, retired police sergeant and director of the Wrongful Conviction Awareness and Avoidance Program, shares why he brings two exonerees to every training session. Because facts inform, but stories transform. This conversation …
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss the autopsy of Sheila Bartee and Elizabeth Daily Ayers 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 …
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Marc Beach, retired police sergeant and director of the Wrongful Conviction Awareness and Avoidance Training Program, is back on Wrongfully Yours to talk about the “avoidance” piece: how small, evidence-based changes in policing practices can reduce the risk of wrongful convictions. From interrogation methods to forensic review to how we conduct li…
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In an attempt to gain a better understanding of the crime scenes, Bob analyzes the autopsy reports for both Liz Ayers and Sheila Bartee. We learn about body positions, wound tracks, tox screens and more. 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/…
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Bob and Janet have a chat about the final two episodes of the Undisclosed coverage of Adnan's case, and share all the details about the recent DNA testing ruling in the WM3 case. 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 ac…
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In this episode of Wrongfully Yours, Kelly is joined by Marcus Beach, a retired police officer and current director of the Wrongful Conviction Awareness and Avoidance Program. Marcus shares his powerful journey from nearly three decades in law enforcement where he rarely questioned the system to a profound shift in perspective sparked by hearing an…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss the double homicide on the baseball field 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,…
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