True Hustle Podcast

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...

If you’re struggling financially, the truth is simple: you get to choose your stress. In this powerful episode of the True Hustle Podcast, JR breaks down the harsh realities of money, discipline, ambition, and personal accountability in today’s world. From why accountability offends people who claim they want success, to why high-income earners are still financially broke in 2026, this conversatio...

What happens when a union journeyman electrician walks away from a $60/hour career, full benefits, and a guaranteed pension to chase a completely different dream? In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast, we sit down with the entrepreneur who risked everything to change the way people look at Mexican food, weight loss, and health. After spending 13 years in the electrical trade, he made the life...

California is reaching a breaking point—and in this powerful episode of the True Hustle Podcast, JR Jimenez sits down with Araceli Martinez to expose what’s really happening behind the scenes. From rising taxes to growing pressure on small businesses, this conversation dives deep into the issues affecting everyday Californians. They unpack what many describe as a “death by a thousand cuts” system—...

In this unfiltered episode of the True Hustle Podcast, we go all in on the current state of California in 2026 — no spin, no filters. We break down the recent gubernatorial debates, calling out what many are thinking but won’t say — including the controversial praise surrounding Gavin Newsom and whether the public is being misled. From California’s growing $18 billion deficit to the ongoing homele...

Former Los Angeles County Sheriff, Alex Villanueva sits down on the True Hustle Podcast to break down the hidden political forces shaping crime, policing, and public safety across Los Angeles. In this explosive episode, Villanueva exposes the real story behind the “Defund the Police” movement, the rise of what he calls a “homeless industrial complex,” and the alleged shadow banning of dissenting v...

Veteran reporter Jorge Ventura joins the True Hustle Podcast for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what’s really happening at the U.S. border. From being held at gunpoint by smugglers to witnessing the rise of powerful cartel operations, Jorge shares shocking first-hand experiences that mainstream media rarely shows. This episode dives deep into the realities behind the U.S. border crisis, incl...

🔥 Salice Rose: From Instagram Model to 61 MILLION Followers | The REAL Story of Success, Hate & Mental StrengthIn this raw and unfiltered episode of the True Hustle Podcast, we sit down with Salice Rose — a viral content creator who transformed from an aspiring Instagram model into a multi-platform powerhouse with over 61 million followers. We break down the “delusional mindset” required to b...

Retired Homicide Lieutenant Gil Carrillo joins the True Hustle Podcast for a gripping, no-filter deep dive into one of the most notorious criminal investigations in history — the hunt for Richard Ramirez From the psychological warfare behind interrogations to the real science of gruesome crime scenes, Carrillo breaks down what it truly takes to catch a serial killer. This isn’t what you see in mov...

After a half-week battle with pneumonia, JR Jimenez is back in the studio with a wake-up call for the hustle community. In this raw episode of the True Hustle Podcast, JR shares the "rude awakening" he had in the hospital and why health is the only wealth that actually matters. From a frustrating run-in with the Downey Police Department to the rapid 24-hour cancellation of Cesar Chavez,...

Dr. Terry Dubrow — world-renowned plastic surgeon and star of Botched — joins the podcast for a wild conversation about the future of health, AI, longevity, and cosmetic surgery. From AI assistants that could eventually run your life like a real-life Jarvis, to peptides, creatine, and GLP-1 drugs that may help people stay leaner and live longer, this episode dives deep into the science shaping the...

Most families don’t realize how expensive and painful probate can be—until it’s too late. In this episode of the True Hustle Podcast , JR sits down with estate planning attorney Alex Varela , founder of The Wagon Legacy , to break down why having a living trust is critical for protecting your family and your assets. We dive into: • The real cost and delays of probate • The difference between a wil...

She drove all the way from Sacramento to share a story most people would take to the grave. In this raw and emotional conversation, we dive into generational trauma, sexual abuse, narcissism, family dysfunction, forgiveness, boundaries, faith, and breaking cycles for our children. From addiction and homelessness to healing through God and EMDR therapy, this episode is about confronting evil, choos...

In this no-holds-barred conversation, we break down what’s driving California’s chaos, from homelessness spending and alleged fraud, to taxes, insurance companies leaving the state, and why so many residents feel “punished” for working hard. Ramon shares his blunt take on Prop 19, property taxes, gas prices, unions, and government accountability (including a wild idea: tracking public spending on...

In this solo-style True Hustle Podcast episode, Jr. and the crew break down the Super Bowl halftime “controversy,” media narratives, and why politics and pop culture keep getting used to divide people, especially in the Latino community. They talk trust (or lack of it) in politicians, selective outrage, and what real accountability would actually look like, then pivot into culture topics like the...

In this raw, no-BS conversation with Minh Nguyen, we expose the real math behind today’s housing market — mortgage payments, down payments, interest rates, and why the gap between renting and owning is bigger than ever, especially in California. We break down:• Why “waiting for the perfect time” usually backfires• When renting actually makes sense (and when it’s a trap)• When buying is still the s...

Being a boxer isn’t just about wins, belts, or highlight reels—it’s about what the sport takes from you and what it forces you to become. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Tito Rosado breaks down the real life inside the ring: fighting through blood and blurred vision, the long-term damage caused by poor matchmaking and management, and the hard truths most fighters don’t talk about. He explain...

In this wild, unfiltered conversation with Yola, we go from a deep (and hilarious) talk on weed culture, black market vs dispensaries, and why some people get panic attacks. Then it turns to how social media has changed everything, from loneliness and depression to fake engagement, trolls, and protecting your kids online. We also get into discipline, weight loss, trauma, parenting, and why the int...

In this episode of True Hustle, the conversation gets real about what it actually takes to build a strong family and raise grounded kids in a world full of distractions and outside influence. We talk about why your children are your biggest investment, how values are taught through what kids see at home (not just what they’re told), and why leading by example matters more than lectures. The guys b...