True Hustle Podcast

On this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, host JR Jimenez sits down for an unfiltered conversation with Ricardo Aguilar about the 2026 midterm elections, Donald Trump, California politics, and the future of the Latino community. They debate whether voters supported Democratic candidates or simply voted against Trump, question political accountability, and discuss immigration, gas prices, the Eps...

Is living the California dream becoming a financial nightmare? Join JR on the True Hustle Podcast as we break down why you need a massive income to survive in the Golden State, the unfiltered truth about prenups, and why skilled trades are officially out-earning traditional college degrees. We are diving into the raw reality of what it takes to build a life and a legacy in today's world. In th...

What does it take to go from a kid with a dream in a Mexican household to becoming the first skateboarder with a Nike signature shoe? In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, legendary pro skater Paul Rodriguez Jr joins JR to discuss the grit, business lessons, and mindset required to reach the top of the game. Paul dives deep into his journey of standing on the shoulders of giants and turning...

In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, host JR Jimenez sits down with a Latina therapist Hilda Tranquilino, for an honest conversation about generational trauma, mental health, and the toxic patterns that often go unaddressed in Mexican and Latino households. They discuss how childhood experiences shape adulthood, the impact of machismo and narcissism, why Mexican men struggle to express emot...

Success is not an overnight event and it certainly does not happen from Monday to Tuesday. In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, Jr. breaks down the years of grind, dedication, and stressful days required to build a multi million dollar business. We dive deep into why influencers often struggle as business people and the importance of chasing equity over simple brand deals. Jr. shares person...

True Hustle host JR Jimenez sits down for an emergency conversation about the future of California, breaking down the issues impacting working families, entrepreneurs, landlords, and the Latino community. They discuss California’s rising cost of living, gas prices and taxes, the homelessness and drug crisis on Skid Row, government spending, struggling small businesses, public schools, property rig...

True Hustle host JR Jimenez sits down with contractor and real estate investor Eric Escobar to expose the biggest misconceptions homeowners and investors have about building ADUs in California. Eric breaks down why cheap and fast construction promises should be a red flag, what ADUs actually cost, realistic construction timelines, contractor scams, SB9 lot splits, financing and refinancing mistake...

JR Jimenez breaks down the aftermath of the first True Hustle Business & Branding event, where more than 900 entrepreneurs came together to network, collaborate, and build real business relationships. JR shares why he believes collaboration beats competition, why people don’t respect free opportunities, and how 20- and 21-year-old entrepreneurs in the trades are already building multimillion-d...

Undefeated super middleweight Diego Pacheco joins the podcast to tell his story from growing up in South Central Los Angeles to becoming a national champion at 13, earning the No. 1 ranking in both the U.S. and Mexico, and turning professional at just 17 years old. Diego opens up about sacrificing his childhood for boxing, the impact his father had on his career, his experience representing Mexico...

In this episode, we sit down with Jose Morales, owner of Jose Morales Boxing Academy in Sacramento, to talk about how he took over a struggling boxing gym and transformed it by bringing real structure, curriculum, mindset training, and even hydrogen water into the facility. Jose breaks down the mental side of boxing, why he believes Canelo would beat David Benavidez but still struggle against a fi...

Trainer of the Year Robert Garcia sits down for a raw conversation about the biggest names and controversies in boxing. He breaks down why he believes Canelo has taken more risks than Floyd Mayweather, reveals what really happened when Mayweather rejected Marcos Maidana’s approved gloves, tells the story of Floyd taking three young fighters from his gym, and gives his prediction for Bam Rodriguez...

The streets sold us a lie — and an entire generation bought into it. In this powerful episode of the True Hustle Podcast, we sit down with Triple OG, a two-time felon who completely transformed his life. Today, he’s a business owner, husband, father, brand-new grandfather, sober, and committed to his faith. He spent years believing the streets, prison, toughness, and reputation meant something. He...

Entrepreneurship looks glamorous on social media—but behind the cars, money, and success are pressure, sacrifice, failure, and lessons most people never see. In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, we have a raw conversation about the reality of entrepreneurship, building wealth, real estate investing, growing up Mexican-American, breaking generational cycles, fatherhood, faith, ownership, and...

Professional boxing referee Ray Corona joins the True Hustle Podcast for a raw conversation about boxing, addiction, gangs, prison, fatherhood, faith and redemption. Before becoming a professional boxing referee, Ray Corona lived through abuse, gang culture, juvenile detention, prison, and more than 20 years of meth and speed addiction. He opens up about the moment he finally quit drugs cold turke...

California is at a crossroads, and it’s time to have an honest conversation about the future of the Golden State. Is California facing a budget problem—or a leadership problem? In this solo episode of the True Hustle Podcast, host JR Jimenez breaks down the political, economic, and cultural issues that are driving businesses, families, and entrepreneurs to reconsider their future in California. Fr...

From building Legado 7 from the ground up to discovering the next generation of regional Mexican superstars, this episode of the True Hustle Podcast is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, music, branding, and business. Our guest shares the untold story behind creating one of the most influential Regional Mexican groups, the sacrifices it took to succeed, the biggest mistakes artists make, why owner...

Are we asking the questions everyone else is afraid to ask? In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, we dive into some of the most controversial and important conversations shaping America today. From the 2020 election, political division, socialism vs. capitalism, and real estate investing to financial freedom, family values, and building generational wealth, this episode challenges convention...

In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, comedian Julian Gonzalez shares the raw, unfiltered story behind his incredible transformation. From overcoming a serious Hot Cheetos addiction and surviving military life to completing a 26.2-mile marathon, Julian explains how discipline, consistency, and changing his mindset completely changed his life. He also opens up about the unexpected challenges...

In this high-energy solo episode of the True Hustle Podcast, JR breaks down the biggest conversations in business, branding, boxing, politics, and personal accountability. From the ongoing crisis in Venezuela and government spending to the culture of selective outrage, this episode challenges conventional thinking and asks why accountability should apply to everyone—not just those we disagree with...

In this raw, unfiltered episode of the True Hustle Podcast, JR sits down with legendary UFC referee, former U.S. Marine, and retired police officer Mike Beltran to discuss one of the biggest moments of his career—officiating the historic UFC event at the White House celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Born and raised in East Los Angeles to immigrant parents, Mike shares how growing up in a pr...

In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, water restoration entrepreneur Jose Tavares shares his incredible journey from arriving in the United States at a young age to building Celco Services, one of the fastest-growing restoration companies in California. Jose breaks down the realities of entrepreneurship, scaling a business beyond 50 employees, surviving IRS audits, dealing with California re...

Comedian Bryan Torresdey joins the True Hustle Podcast for one of the funniest, rawest, and most honest conversations we’ve ever had. From growing up in a Mexican immigrant household and discovering his father had multiple families, to watching two of his brothers serve prison sentences while he pursued a career in comedy, Bryan shares the life experiences that shaped his perspective, work ethic,...

In this thought-provoking segment of the True Hustle Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest debates in entertainment today: Has social media ruined stand-up comedy? From viral crowd-work clips and algorithm-driven content to the decline of long-form storytelling and carefully crafted material, we break down how platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts have completely changed the come...

In this highly requested emergency solo episode of the True Hustle Podcast, JR Jimenez tackles some of the most controversial and emotionally charged issues impacting our communities today. We begin by exposing the heartbreaking reality of cartel violence in Guerrero, Mexico, where indigenous communities are being displaced, families are living in fear, and countless stories go largely unreported...

What is it really like to walk into a room moments after a murder, suicide, overdose, or tragic accident? In this eye-opening episode of the True Hustle Podcast, JR Jimenez sits down with the owner of one of Los Angeles’ leading biohazard and crime scene remediation companies to uncover the shocking reality behind a profession few people truly understand. From cleaning up gruesome triple homicide...