Bob Ritchie
Mentioned in 4 analyzed podcast episodes across 2 shows
Criminal defense attorney known as a "heavyweight" in his field who served as mentor and co-counsel to Stephen Ross Johnson on high-profile post-conviction appeals, including reinvestigation and evidence discovery work. He continued fighting a legal case until his death from cancer. He was also a college basketball coach at Furman University, recognized for building a strong program culture.
Episode Appearances
SoCon Fast Break · Apr 24, 2026
Roster Exodus: The Changing Face of the SoCon
“Developed Cooper Bowser over three years before transfer to Arkansas; recruited Marcus Kale as graduate transfer”
The Binge Crimes: The Crimes of Margo Freshwater · Feb 9, 2026
The Crimes of Margo Freshwater | 6. The Reckoning
“Co-counsel with Stephen Ross Johnson on post-conviction appeals; died of cancer during the legal fight”
The Binge Crimes: The Crimes of Margo Freshwater · Feb 2, 2026
The Crimes of Margo Freshwater | 5. Tables, Turned
“Criminal defense heavyweight attorney; mentor to Stephen Ross Johnson; participated in case reinvestigation and evidence discovery”
SoCon Fast Break · Feb 2, 2026
SoCon Edition: Second-Half SURGE
“Furman head coach credited with building strong program culture enabling team to weather significant injuries”