About this episode

Cody Warren shares his journey of transformation from prison to becoming a successful entrepreneur and endurance athlete.

Cody Warren was arrested just one month before his college graduation. What followed were four years in prison and a choice: let the mistake define him or use it as a turning point to reshape his entire life. While incarcerated, Cody discovered endurance running by completing his first marathon behind prison walls, finding a new sense of purpose through suffering and discipline. Today, Cody is a husband, father, and a entrepreneur. He is the acting CEO of Two Men & A Vacuum, a commercial cleaning company he started from the ground up in 2012 that now employs over 200 people. He is also the founder of Peak + Restore, a performance and recovery company dedicated to helping others push their physical and mental limits. From the prison yard to completing some of the world's toughest ultramarathons, including the Moab 240 and Cocodona 250, Cody’s story is a masterclass in redemption. In this raw conversation, we explore trauma, growth, and the mindset required to rebuild yourself. Cody’s mission is simple: help others find their "why," because when you find your why, you find your purpose.

People in this episode

Host: Brett Kaufman

Guest: Cody Warren

Topics covered

• redemption
• endurance running
• personal growth
• trauma
• entrepreneurship

Keywords

• Cody Warren
• redemption
• endurance running
• entrepreneurship
• personal growth
• Moab 240
• Cocodona 250

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Two Men & A Vacuum, Peak + Restore

More episodes of Innerspace: Deep, Meaningful Conversations with Brett Kaufman

• Chet Scott: Live Hard, Love Harder · June 1, 2026 · 1h 20m
• Why Deep Self-Awareness is the Blueprint for Career Success | Anthony Hughes · May 25, 2026 · 1h 23m
• The Long Detour to Master Guitar Builder: Leo Elliott's Journey · May 11, 2026 · 1h 13m

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Innerspace: Deep, Meaningful Conversations with Brett Kaufman podcast page.