Troubled Past Podcast
Welcome to The Troubled Past Podcast
Hosted by Jarod "The Rock" Johnson, this is where the skeletons come out of the closet — hard and unapologetic.
Each week, Jarod dives deep into his own wild past, sharing raw, unfiltered stories from the streets, the hustle, and everything in between. But it doesn’t stop there — he brings on guests with equally insane backgrounds to tell the tales most people are too scared to say out loud.
From brushes with the law, cartel connections, underground deals, and close calls — The Troubled Past is your front-row seat to the lives people don’t talk about… but should.
No sugarcoating. No filters. Just truth, grit, and redemption.
🎙️ New episodes every week
💥 Real people. Real stories. Real troubled pasts.
Episodes
19 episodes
Does God Care About Cuss Words?
In this raw and unfiltered episode of Troubled Past, Jarod Johnson takes listeners deep into a mix of heavy stories and honest reflections. From the tragic case of Iryna Zaruska, to the thought of dying slowly and alone, Jarod s...
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Faith, Doubt, and Finding What’s Real
In this powerful episode of Troubled Past, Jarod Johnson sits down with special guest Broke Miles for a conversation about God, doubt, and the role of faith in our lives.Broke, who leans toward atheism, shares his perspec...
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Laura Lambert: Fighting for Justice, Families, and Communities | Troubled Past Podcast
This week on The Troubled Past Podcast, Jarod sits down with cannabis activist and community warrior Laura Lambert — a woman who has built her life around turning pain into purpose and standing up for those who don’t have a voic...
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Building United in Change: 37 Acres of Hope, Healing & Purpose | Troubled Past Podcast
In this heartfelt episode of The Troubled Past Podcast, Jarod Johnson opens up about something every parent can relate to — how fast kids grow, and how much time we lose with them when school comes back around. With summer gone and rou...
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Building United in Change: 37 Acres of Hope, Healing & Purpose | Troubled Past Podcast
In this groundbreaking episode of Troubled Past, host Jarod “The Rock” Johnson reveals something bigger than a story — he reveals a vision. After years of struggle, lessons, and growth, Jarod founded United in Change, a nonprofi...
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Battling Depression & Becoming the Light for Others | Troubled Past Podcast Ep. 15
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Troubled Past, Jarod opens up about his ongoing battle with depression and the lessons learned from walking through some of life’s darkest valleys. He shares the truth about what it’s lik...
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No Excuses: Everything You Need Is Already Online
Hosted by Jarod “The Rock” Johnson @troubledpastpodcastIn this episode, we break down one simple truth: you no longer have any excuse not to chase your dreams. The knowledge, tools, and mentorship you think you need? It’s...
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Episode 13 – “Stop Chasing People Who Don’t Want You”
Hosted by Jarod "The Rock" JohnsonIn this heartfelt and brutally honest episode, Jarod dives deep into one of the hardest lessons we all face: chasing people who don’t chase us back.Whether you’ve been stuck in the frien...
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Episode 12 – The Legacy of Ozzy Osbourne | Tribute Episode
On this special episode of The Troubled Past Podcast, Jarod "The Rock" Johnson pays tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away yesterday. More than just a rock icon, Ozzy leaves behind a legacy that reminds us of the preci...
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Episode 11 – “Be Who You Were Meant To Be"
🎙️ Hosted by Jarod "The Rock" JohnsonIn this raw and powerful episode, Jarod opens up about what it really takes to chase your dreams, break free from your past, and evolve into the person you were meant to be. He shares hard truths fro...
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Episode 10 " World's Vibes Podcast Preview"
Description: In this special preview episode, I sit down with my brother and future co-host Broke Miles as we get ready to launch our new project — World’s Vibes Podcast.But this isn’t just an announcement — it...
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Episode 9 "It's Not About Money, It's About Freedom"
I’m not proud of who I used to be — but I’m not afraid to talk about it. Every week on Troubled Past, I tell my story — the real story. The fights, the failures, the funny moments, and the painful ones, too. From addiction and...
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Episode 8: “Drunk Jarod”
Two weeks sober — and for the first time on Troubled Past, Jarod opens up about his personal journey with alcohol. From wild nights and reckless decisions to the pain, shame, and moments of clarity that followed, this episode dives int...
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Episode 7: “Not a Bad Kid – Skyler’s Story”
In a powerful father-son conversation, Jarod sits down with his son Skyler to share a kid’s perspective on what it’s really like growing up in today’s school system — especially when the adults around you get it wrong. From dealing with ...
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Episode 5: "Little Superman”
In this gripping story-driven episode, Jarod takes us back to the raw, chaotic reality of his younger years. From a drive-by shooting on East Colfax in Denver, to a terrifying brush with cartel members, to knocking someone out at 19 for d...
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Episode 4: “Loving the Wrong One – The Lies We Tell Ourselves”
In this raw and revealing episode, we dive deep into the pain, confusion, and consequences of loving someone who isn’t right for us — and what happens when cheating enters the picture. We explore the stories we create to justify betrayal,...
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Ep. 3 "Bad Kid's"
Are kids really bad—or are they just hurting in ways we don’t always understand?In this powerful episode, host Jarod Johnson opens up about being labeled a "bad kid" from a young age. He shares a deeply personal story of ...
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Episode 2: Young, Dumb & In Love: Toxic Turns, Red Flags & Wild Regrets
We’ve all been there—head over heels, ignoring every red flag, and calling it “fate.” In this raw and unfiltered episode of Troubled Past, we dive deep into the chaos of young love. From toxic relationships and impulsive decision...
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Episode 1: Unspoken Starts – Childhood, Boundaries, and the Things We Don’t Talk About
In this powerful debut episode, we dive into Kanye West’s recent revelations about a disturbing childhood experience — and open the door to a larger, often unspoken conversation about early sexual encounters and confusion. Jarod Johnson shares ...
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