A New Direction — Building a Family Channel & a Bigger Vision

From Behind on Bills to Ahead of the Game

In this episode of Troubled Past, Jarod and Skyler record from the living room of their San Diego Airbnb — reflecting on just how much life can change in a short amount of time. Jarod opens up about being two months behind on bills, struggling financially, and even staying in what felt like a “crack head motel” during a previous trip in September. It wasn’t glamorous. It wasn’t comfortable. But it was real. Fast forward to now — and things look very different. They talk about how through discipline, mindset shifts, and what Jarod calls the law of attraction, they’ve moved from survival mode to stability. Bills are caught up. Most of his mom’s bills are being paid. The house build is nearly complete. And instead of scraping by, they’re staying in a 3-bedroom Airbnb with a pool. This episode is about perspective. It’s about how quickly things can shift when you commit to change. And it’s about showing your kids what perseverance looks like in real time. If you’ve ever felt stuck financially, behind in life, or unsure if things would turn around — this episode is proof that momentum is real. 🧠 Topics: * Financial struggle and being behind on bills * Staying in rough conditions during past trips * The power of mindset and the law of attraction * Growth, stability, and momentum * Paying forward and helping family * Father-son reflections from San Diego 👇 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for future episodes.  #podcast  #podcastlife  #lawofattraction  #mindset  #financialfreedom  #personalgrowth  #entrepreneurlife  #motivation  #inspiration  #familytime  #dadlife  #selfimprovement  #successmindset Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2489536/support]

Princess, Survival, and Why the System Is Broken

In this emotional episode of Troubled Past, Jarod Johnson opens up about one of the scariest moments he’s faced as a pet owner — watching his dog Princess become dangerously sick from diabetes and rushing her to the vet, genuinely unsure if she was going to make it. Jarod talks about the fear, the helplessness, and the harsh reality many families face in the veterinary world: when you can’t afford treatment, your options disappear fast. He shares his belief that the current system is deeply broken — one where money often determines whether a beloved pet lives or dies. From that pain comes purpose. Jarod introduces the vision for his next nonprofit project — a free veterinary clinic, funded not just by donations, but by raising money, investing it properly, and using the interest to cover ongoing costs. Combined with merchandise, social media, and community support, the goal is simple: no family should lose a pet because they can’t afford care. This episode is raw, emotional, and forward-looking — a reminder that sometimes the hardest moments in life are what spark the biggest ideas for change. If you love animals, have ever faced impossible choices, or believe systems can be rebuilt better — this episode matters. 🧠 Topics: * Princess’s health scare and diabetes * The emotional toll of emergency vet visits * Problems within the veterinary system * Building a free veterinary clinic nonprofit * Using investing and sustainability to fund care * Turning pain into purpose 👇 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for future episodes. #podcast #podcastlife #doglover #petcare #animalwelfare #nonprofit #givingback #family #realconversations #motivation #purpose #entrepreneurlife #contentcreator Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2489536/support]

The Year in Review — A Troubled Past Christmas

This special Christmas episode of Troubled Past is a year recap clip episode — a look back at the moments that defined the journey. From raw conversations and emotional breakthroughs to laughs, chaos, father-son episodes, and everything in between, this episode brings together some of the most memorable clips from the year. Jarod reflects on how far the show has come, the lessons learned along the way, and the growth that happened both on and off the mic. It’s a reminder that change doesn’t happen overnight — it’s built episode by episode, story by story, and moment by moment. Whether you’ve been listening from the beginning or just found the show, this episode is a chance to slow down, reflect, and appreciate the journey so far — and get ready for what’s coming next. Merry Christmas, and thank you for being part of this community. 🧠 Topics: * Year-in-review highlights * Growth, reflection, and gratitude * Father-son moments * Laughter, lessons, and real talk * Looking ahead to the future of the show 👇 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for future episodes.  #podcast  #podcastlife  #christmas  #yearinreview  #gratitude  #familytime  #realconversations  #motivation  #reflection  #growth  #mindset  #contentcreator  #youtubechannel Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2489536/support]

Dem Johnson Boyz — Gum, Karate & Regret

This week on Troubled Past, we switch things up and officially enter Dem Johnson Boyz Podcast mode. When Skyler hops on the mic with Jarod, the background changes, the rules go out the window, and chaos usually follows — and this episode is no exception. From Skyler refusing to stop chewing his gum until something absolutely gross happens, to Jarod showing off his questionable karate skills, the laughs never stop. Jarod also comes to the painful realization that showing Skyler purple nurples in a previous episode might not have been the best parenting decision… especially when Skyler decides to get even. Yes — Skyler punches his dad in the face.  No — it doesn’t turn serious.  Yes — it’s hilarious. This episode is packed with laughter, play fighting, bad decisions, and pure father-son fun. If you need a break from heavy conversations and just want to laugh, this one’s for you. 🧠 Topics: * Dem Johnson Boyz Podcast takeover * Skyler vs gum (and losing) * Dad karate skills on display * Regretful parenting moments * Play fighting and nonstop laughs * Father-son chaos 👇 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for future episodes.  #podcast  #podcastlife  #dadlife  #fatherandson  #familytime  #funny  #comedy  #realtalk  #parenting  #family  #laughter  #contentcreator  #youtubechannel Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2489536/support]

A New Direction — Building a Family Channel & a Bigger Vision

In this shorter 30-minute episode of Troubled Past, Jarod Johnson opens up about a major shift in the future of the show — and the entire brand. Jarod talks about transitioning the podcast and all connected social media pages into one unified channel dedicated to everything happening behind the scenes: father-and-son moments, family growth, the house build, the nonprofit campus build, and of course, the podcast itself. This episode is about expanding the vision. Instead of being just a podcast, Jarod wants to create a full family-oriented channel that documents the journey, the struggles, the big projects, and the small moments that make life meaningful. A channel that shows the grind, the growth, and the generational change happening in real time. If you’ve been following the show, this episode explains exactly where things are heading — and why this next chapter is going to be bigger than anything before. 🧠 Topics: * Announcing the channel’s rebrand * Expanding beyond the podcast * Building a family-oriented platform * Posting the house build & nonprofit build * Documenting the journey in real time * Growing the vision 👇 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for future episodes. 🔖 Established Hashtags (10k+ uses): #podcast #podcastlife #familytime #dadlife #parenting #motivation #inspiration #personalgrowth #selfimprovement #entrepreneurlife #realconversations #mindset #grateful #healingjourney #mentalhealth Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2489536/support]