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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A group of high school students from southwest Michigan set out to prove to the world that they are capable of making a difference in the world. Their Investigative Journalism teacher, Bob Ruff, tasked this group of teenagers with finding an unsolved case to investigate over the course of the school year and to produce a podcast that will impact the lives of the people involved. The podcast will feature 5 different groups of students, producing 5 different serialized stories about their cases.
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Hosts Bob Ruff and Zaq Weaver sit down every Wednesday morning to discuss controversial topics. The concept is to open up friendly conversations about unfriendly topics. Listen in and join the discussion.
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Host Bob Ruff invites other true crime content creators on the show each week to share their origin stories, break down cases they’ve covered, and give you a little taste of their podcasts. Listeners get to listen in on fun conversations, learn about new cases, and find their next true crime binge!
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Bob and Janet discuss Bob's final episode questioning Richard Allen's guilt 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 Beam – Go to ShopBeam.com/truth and use code “TRUTH” for 40% off. The majority of the…
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On February 15th, 2001 a 12 year old boy named Steven Kraft went missing from his neighborhood in the Benton Harbor Neighborhood of Benton Heights. Steven was supposed to only be out for a couple hours at most, but he never returned home. The search for Steven hasn’t ended but with the case becoming 24 years old the story has been pushed aside and …
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Our investigation reveals that Jerry Libertowski was not only a suspect in Janis Sanders' disappearance . . . but he was also the main suspect in the disappearance of one of his other ex-girlfriends, Janeice Langs. In this episode we compare the circumstances of the two cases, and how Janis' case overshadowed Janeice's in the media.…
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S16 Ep21: Richard Allen: Guilty or Not Guilty?
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40:16Bob examines the key evidence presented in the conviction of Richard Allen for the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German to determine if he agrees with the verdict. Today’s Sponsors: 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 …
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In this episode, we explore Janis Sanders’ early life, her complicated family history, and the events leading up to her mysterious disappearance. From discovering she once walked the same halls as us to piecing together her final moments at Pete’s Patio, our team uncovers haunting clues and conflicting accounts. As the investigation deepens, so doe…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet are joined by Dr. Shiloh as they discuss Richard Allen's confessions, Dr. Wala, 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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On July 20, 1975, 24 year old Janis Sanders vanished without a trace, after clocking out of her shift at a local restaurant in Niles, Michigan. Nearly 50 years later a group of high school Investigative Journalism students dive deep into her cold case, uncovering disturbing details, lost connections and new questions. In this first episode we take …
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Bob breaks down a series of recorded phone calls that Richard Allen made from prison to his wife and mother, where he confessed to murdering Abby Williams and Libby German. We also discuss the confession allegedly made to Psychologist Dr. Wala, as well as her questionable involvement in the case. Today’s Sponsors: 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on a…
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Bob, Janet, and Dr. Scott discuss Bob's analysis of Richard Allen's second 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 o…
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Connie Lynn Royce was a 24 year old woman who went missing from the Hayloft Bar, in Mount Clemens Michigan on June 1st, 1990. Email with tips or information about the case to [email protected] Today's sponsor: Navaro Concrete - Northwest Indiana Call for estimate at 219-214-8524By Underestimated - Bobcat Media
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Chris Temple disappeared from the East Lansing area on April 22, 1990. He was having a bonfire in the woods with friends when he walked away, never to be seen again. Email with any tips or information on the case to [email protected] Today's Sponsor: Witherow Auto Body - Buchanan, Michigan Call for a free estimate at 269-697-3095 Or Emai…
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S16 Ep19: Richard Allen Statement Analysis #2
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34:51Last week the videos of Richard Allen's police interviews/interrogations have been released to the public. In this episode Bob breaks down and analyzes the second interview. He discusses behavioral and word choices, and presents his assessment of Allen's guilt based solely on this interview. Next week's episode will do the same with Allen's confess…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet are joined by Dr. Scott to discuss Bob's analysis of Richard Allen's statement. They talk about AI, Richard Allen's body language, and more. Today’s Sponsors: Acorns - Head to acorns.com/Truth or download the Acorns app to get started. Mint Mobile - Shop data plans at mintmobile.com/truthandjustice The majority of the funding of…
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Paige Renkoski was a 30 year old substitute teacher, when she disappeared without a trace on May 24th, 1990 from the side of I-96 near Fowlerville Michigan. In this episode we explore the details of Paige's case, and hope to raise awareness that will lead to justice for Paige. If you have any tips or information about the case, please email us at u…
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This episode will begin with us talking about our discussion with Jeni Decker when we first started this case. We explain both of our struggles with trying to obtain police reports on Janette’s case. After we walk you through how we got the information we currently have, we look at the autopsy report to discuss Janette’s wounds and some of the weap…
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S16 Ep18: Richard Allen Statement Analysis #1
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46:28This week the videos of Richard Allen's police interviews/interrogations have been released to the public. In this episode Bob breaks down and analyzes the first interview of two. He discusses behavioral and word choices, and presents his assessment of Allen's guilt based solely on this interview. Next week's episode will do the same with Allen's s…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk about Bob's contact with Demario Lowes' family member, his interview with Melissa Moore, and answer listener questions. Today’s Sponsors: OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code JUSTICE at https://www.oneskin.co #oneskinpod The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon communi…
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To start this episode, we will further look into the strange aspects that occurred to Janette leading up to her murder. Using this information, we were able to put together a victimology report for Janette. We also discuss the timeline of events to try to discover the exact time Janette was murdered. Today's Sponsor: CR Concrete - Call 269-357-1233…
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Bob is joined by the daughter of serial killer Keith Jesperson, known as the Happy Face Killer. Melissa discusses her journey through life after discovering at the age of 15 that her father was a monster. We discuss her book, podcast, and her involvement in the new Paramount+ series "Happy Face". Follow Melissa on Instagram @melissag.moore The majo…
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Bob and Janet discuss Jamie Snow's post conviction relief hearing, Bob's interview with Bob Motta, and answer listener questions. Today’s Sponsors: Beam – Go to ShopBeam.com/truth and use code “TRUTH” for 40% off. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. …
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In this episode, we introduce you to who Janette was as a person. Janette worked in the basement of the Gambles store in Reed City, where she was murdered on January 19th, 1983. We walk you through the layout of the basement to get an idea of how Janette was found and possibly how she was murdered. You will find interviews from some of Janette’s fr…
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S16 Ep16: Update on Jamie Snow’s Case w/ Bob Motta
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51:11Bob is joined by friend of the show and Illinois licensed attorney Bob Motta. Motta attended a post conviction relief hearing in Jamie Snow’s case this week, and is hear to share what happened at the hearing and what could come next. Jamie’s case was covered in depth during season 7 of Truth & Justice. Today’s Sponsors: 1st Phorm – Get free shippin…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet go over Bob's interview with Dr. Shiloh, share their thoughts on the "Bridge Guy" video, and answer listener questions. Today's Sponsor: Beam – Go to ShopBeam.com/truth and use code “TRUTH” for 40% off. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click TH…
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This episode breaks down the pre-offense behaviors of John Skelton, leading up to the disappearance of Andrew, Alexander and Tanner. The group is forced to pivot their investigation, after a recent development in the case. If you have any information regarding the disappearance of the three Skelton brothers, contact law enforcement immediately or s…
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S16 Ep15: Dr. Shiloh Analyzes "Bridge Guy" Video
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44:33Bob is joined by Dr. Shiloh of the L.A. Not So Confidential podcast to conduct a psychological and behavioral analysis of the recently released 43 second video taken from Libby German's phone on the day of the Delphi murders. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Bobs students' podcast "Underestimated", 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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Listen as we further discuss the disappearance of Andrew, Tanner, and Alexander Skleton, and the conflicting stories surrounding their father, John Skelton. We explore John’s questionable behavior, intense search efforts, and the emotional fight for closure by the boys’ mother, and you won’t want to miss it. Join us as we hunt for clues to piece to…
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Bob sits down with a group of his students, from his Investigative Journalism, to discuss their experiences in created the "Underestimated" podcast. We hear all about the process, how the class has been meaningful to them, and how these students have been genuinely impacted by looking outside of their own bubble to try to make a difference in the w…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss the Misskelley Confessions, DNA testing, and answers listener questions Today’s Sponsors: Beam – Go to ShopBeam.com/truth and use code “TRUTH” for 40% off. OneSkin - Get 15% off OneSkin with the code "JUSTICE" at https://www.oneskin.co/#oneskinpod The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, thr…
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On November 26, 2010, three brothers: Andrew, Alexandar, and Tanner Skelton all went missing without a trace. Their father, John Skelton was the last to have seen them. Tune in to listen to all the twisting turns as our group of high school Investigative Journalism students explores this baffling case that left investigators with more questions tha…
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S16 Ep13: WM3 Update & Misskelley False Confession
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1:29:03Bob shares the latest on the DNA testing in the West Memphis Three case, and replays a remastered analysis of the famous Misskelley Confessions that led to 18 years of false imprisonment of Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin and Jesse Misskelley. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join…
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Bob and Zaq talk Delphi, go over last week's episode and Ivan Bates' decision to withdraw the Motion to Vacate Adnan's conviction, and answer listen questions. Today’s Sponsors: Fabric by Gerber Life – Apply today in just minutes at MeetFabric.com/truth The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon commu…
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