Cody is a former Marine Raider turned entrepreneur. @thecodyalford opens up about his raw and intense experiences, from violent missions to the daily struggles with military bureaucracy. We'll dive into the founding of MARSOC, the special operations branch of the Marine Corps, and hear Cody's candid thoughts on military leadership, the impact of service on personal life, and his unexpected transition to civilian life.

Find Cody here: https://wedefythenorm.com/
or IG @thecodyalford @thecodyalford

With unflinching honesty, Cody details his personal battles, from being on the KIA list to the psychological toll of warfare, and recounts a particularly harrowing encounter during the battle of Fallujah. Beyond the battlefield, Cody confronts societal issues, including his views on media influence and the need to foster critical thinking in our youth.

Struggling with health issues, Cody's decision to seek medical retirement was fraught with resistance but equally with self-discovery. Now, as an advocate for mental health and a mentor guiding others through life transitions, Cody shares his mission to inspire and empower.


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00:00 Introduction and Background
01:31 Transitioning from the Military
08:20 Stepping Out of the Military Comfort Zone
14:28 Believing in Yourself and Betting on Yourself
21:27 Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle
28:19 Living in a Van and Self-Discovery
29:40 Seeking Help and Medical Retirement
39:01 Seeking Help and Going through the Medical Board Process
41:27 Opportunity to Shift Pace and Learn New Skills
42:49 Withdrawing Marsoc Application and Continuing the Medical Board Process
47:23 Stressful Waiting Game and Submitting Retirement Packet
48:51 Transitioning out of the Marine Corps
52:36 Reflecting on the Decision to Leave the Military
56:03 Motivation to Join the Marine Corps
57:46 Path to Marsoc and the Formation of the Unit
01:06:12 Experience in Fallujah
01:14:14 Reflecting on the Impact of Combat Experiences
01:31:26 Transition from efficient military environment to civilian life.
01:41:20 stay focused, take care of team.
01:43:40 Struggle to impact, machine ultimately prevails.
01:59:40 Choose fun, heal, change, control, adventure.
02:06:53 Concern about technology's manipulative impact on society.