Best Bob Ruff Podcasts (2025)

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S16 Ep24: A Complicated Interrogation 58:57

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This week Bob stated the second recorded police interrogation of Casey Anthony. This one is complicated because Anthony was acquitted for the murder of her daughter Caylee. However in later interviews Casey revealed that she at the very least knew a lot more about her daughter's death than she lets on in this interview. You're going to hear the sam…

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18: Profile of Janette's Killer 28:32

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In this episode, the students apply the teachings of renowned FBI Profiler Jim Clemente to Janette's case. They analyze Janette's victimology and the crime scene behaviors. All of this information is used to develop a profile that suggests the original investigators were looking in the wrong direction from the very beginning.…

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S16 Ep23: Follow-Up S16: E23 49:10

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Bob's interview with false confession expert Alan Hirsh, the Reid Technique and ethics of police lying in interrogations, 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 …

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17: Suppressed 19:37

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Furthering our investigation, we talk about connections that were made, unheard interviews from investigators and evidence that we have been able to collect. If you have any information regarding the murder of Chelsea Small or the suspect seen in the surveillance video, please email us at [email protected] or contact the Taylor Police De…

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S16 Ep23: The Science of False Confessions 49:31

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Bob is joined by false confession expert, Alan Hirsh. Professor Hirsh has over 20 years of experience studying and testifying about the science of interrogation tactics and false confessions. You can hear more of Alan's work on his podcast "The Truth About False Confessions". Beam – Go to ShopBeam.com/truth and use code “TRUTH” for 40% off. 1st Pho…

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16: 53 Seconds 20:07

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On November 12 2013, 30 year old Chelsea Small was Fatally Shot at her place of work, In this episode we will go through Chelsea's background and the events that had occurred on that November day.By Underestimated - Bobcat Media

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S16 Ep22: Follow-Up S16: E22 55:24

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss the interrogation of Chris Watts, the Reid Technique, 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 a…

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15: The Journey 27:24

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Finding any information on Steven's case was a long and arduous process. Missing information along with the speculation of the public left us with little to go off of. With only our gathered knowledge and what we were able to find through FOIAs, interviews, and news stories it was finally able to lead us to somewhere new.…

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S16 Ep22: Interrogation of a Guilty Man 1:17:24

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In response to listener questions, this week Bob shares the interrogation of Chris Watts. Watts has been proven to be guilty of murdering his wife and two children. In this episode, you'll hear the evolution of his story, as he's subjected to classic Reid Technique tactics The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, throu…

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S5 Ep46: Follow-Up S5: E46 47:47

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DO NOT CALL SONIA HAGOOD'S OFFICE. After the recording of this episode, Ms. Hagood communicated to Damien's attorney's that everything is moving forward as planned with the testing. Further communication at this point, will only serve to harass the Prosecutor and distract her from doing her job. Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk about Bob's interview with D…

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14: The Theories 35:59

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In this episode we will go over the commonly discussed theories. From mysterious cars, suspicious storm drains, Israel Keyes, and intoxicated men, we cover it all. Then, we will discuss our personal opinions and how we are feeling about the case.By Underestimated - Bobcat Media

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Presenting: Murder True Crime Stories 6:39

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Murder:TrueCrimeStoriesexplores the depths of history's most notorious murders, like you've never heard before. Go beyond the crime scene as we search for the real story, and focus on the people impacted the most. Whether or not the case is solved, you'll come away with an understanding of why these stories need to be told. Murder: True Crime Stori…

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S16 Ep21: Follow-Up S16: E21 57:39

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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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13: The Disappearance 29:04

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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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12: Was She His First? 23:09

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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? 40:16

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Bob 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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11: The Accused 29:17

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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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S16 Ep20: Follow-Up S16: E20 1:16:47

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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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10: Gone Without Goodbye 22:07

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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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S16 Ep20: The Richard Allen Confessions 40:25

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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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S16 Ep19: Follow-Up S16: E19 1:20:42

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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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9: Connie Lynn Royce 29:12

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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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8: Chris Temple 25:57

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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 34:51

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Last 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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S16 Ep18: Follow-Up S16: E18 1:04:37

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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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7: Paige Renkoski 31:50

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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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6: The Fight for Answers 26:54

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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 42:12

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This 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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S16 Ep18: Follow-Up S16: E17 41:06

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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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5: Victimology of Janette 24:39

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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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S16 Ep17: "Happy Face" w/ Melissa Moore 35:23

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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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S16 Ep16: Follow-Up S16: E16 34:47

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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. …