Our Uncommon Life

In this episode of Our Uncommon Life , Vena shares a personal update on stepping into menopause and how the journey hasn’t unfolded the way she expected. Unlike the gradual lead-up many women describe, there weren’t years of obvious perimenopause red flags. Instead, the shift felt sudden ; with intense hot flashes and unmistakable physical signals that something had changed. What started as the as...

New year, clear direction. In this episode of Our Uncommon Life , we’re kicking off 2026 by sharing our words of the year , the anchors guiding how we approach business, marriage, and life over the next twelve months. Instead of resolutions, we focus on intention. Zac’s word for 2026 is Intention : a reflection of his commitment to focus, make deliberate decisions, and pursue the goal of 10X growt...

In our final episode of the year, we’re wrapping up the season with a conversation that blends real life, travel, marriage, and growth. We start with how we’re navigating the holiday season this year: our approach to boundaries, traditions, family expectations, and the intentional choices we make to keep our marriage first during one of the busiest times of the year. If you’re looking for honest t...

The holidays can be magical… or they can be a pressure cooker of expectations. In this episode, Zac and Vena talk about breaking free from “shoulds” and building traditions that actually bring joy. They share how travel has become their favorite holiday ritual, how they balance family expectations with personal peace, and why saying no can sometimes be the most loving thing you do. This one’s for...

We all know that one person who always cancels. (Or maybe we’ve been that person.) In this candid conversation, Zac and Vena talk about the ripple effect of indecision ...from business to friendships to marriage. They explore how saying “maybe” too often becomes a habit, how it affects trust and energy, and why honoring your word (even in small things) matters more than ever. This is a call-out an...

This one’s fun! Vena and Zac pull random deep-question cards for each other ... no prep, no filters...and the answers might surprise you. Things like "What would you do if you weren't afraid" to "What you've learned from your biggest regret" we go in DEEP. It was fun to get caught off guard and be a little less prepared for this episode and just wing it! We share laught...

We’ve all said it: “It’s fine.” But what happens when fine becomes your new normal? In this episode, Zac and Vena dig into that sneaky comfort zone we all fall into... the one where things aren’t bad, but they’re not great either. Whether it’s your business, relationship, or daily routine, that feeling of “fine” can keep you from chasing what’s truly fulfilling. They talk about recognizing when yo...

This week on Our Uncommon Life , we’re keeping things light and fun as we recap our weekend getaway up in Traverse City ...complete with family time, crab legs, and a little chaos (because of course). We chat about what it’s like for Zac to hang out with his in-laws (spoiler: he actually always enjoys it), our four-year anniversary of owning the condo, and the mix of nostalgia and gratitude that c...

This week on Our Uncommon Life , we’re recapping our incredible trip to Los Angeles for the 2025 Summit of Greatness, an event that left us feeling inspired, challenged, and even more committed to learning and growing together as a couple and as entrepreneurs. From checking into the 1Hotel West Hollywood (a dream stay with the best rooftop views in LA), to dinners out at Koi and Jones Hollywood ,...

Fresh off a trip to Los Angeles for a business conference, we thought it would be fun to share some of our favorite travel tips as married entrepreneurs . Traveling together for both work and play has taught us a lot about setting expectations, handling the unexpected, and knowing when to put down the laptop and just enjoy the moment. In this episode, we chat about: How we manage each other’s trav...

Have you ever noticed that the tighter you try to hold onto something...whether it’s money, a business idea, or even a relationship, the quicker it seems to slip through your fingers? In this episode of Our Uncommon Life , Zac and Vena dive deep into the power of mindset and how the way you think can make or break not just your business, but also your marriage. We’re breaking down the difference b...

After 14 years of marriage, we’ve learned that love, growth, and plenty of laughter are the real markers of success. In this special anniversary episode of Our Uncommon Life , we celebrate our journey as a couple by asking each other fun (and sometimes unexpected!) questions: What’s the best piece of marriage advice we’d give to someone starting out? Which memories stand out most from the past 14...

This week on Our Uncommon Life , we’re getting real about something that’s thrown us off lately: missing our Sunday marriage meetings. We’ve always said these check-ins are the foundation of our week. T hey’re where we align on schedules, check in on personal goals, and set ourselves up to win the week . But over the summer, we missed more than a few. And honestly? We’ve felt it. From falling behi...

In this episode of Our Uncommon Life , we’re diving into a topic every entrepreneur—and honestly, every human—faces at some point: criticism . Whether it's aimed at your business, your choices, or your character, handling haters with class is a skill worth mastering. Vena and Zac get real about how they navigate negativity—especially when it’s public. From snide comments on Facebook to passive...

In this episode of Our Uncommon Life , we’re talking about the part of adulthood no one glamorizes—random body aches, needing two days to recover from a boozy brunch, and making decisions like… do we sell the Corvette? We’re sharing the real (and sometimes ridiculous) ways getting older shows up—from our bodies demanding more rest and recovery, to making practical financial choices that support ou...

After a whirlwind start to summer (and a much-needed 4-week podcast break), we’re back in the studio and catching you up on all the chaos , and the connections that keep our life uncommon. In this episode, we dive into: 🎙️ Why it feels so good to be back behind the mics and how The Foundry has been buzzing with summer day passes and event bookings. 🩼 Zac’s recent ankle and knee injuries (spoiler:...

In this heartfelt throwback episode of Our Uncommon Life , Vena opens up about a huge turning point in her career. After 24 years in the salon industry, she made the life-changing decision to step away and join Zac in launching The Foundry Workspaces. This is no small decision, and it’s an emotional one. Originally aired as one of our most listened-to episodes, Vena reflects on her journey as a ha...

This week, Zac and Vena are taking a deep dive into something we all experience—being way more than just one version of ourselves. We tend to get stuck in a single identity—"work Vena," "sports Zac," or even "networking Vena"—but guess what? We’re multidimensional beings, and all those versions of us play an important part in who we are. In this episode, we talk about...

This week, we’re bringing back one of our most downloaded episodes — because accountability isn’t just a mindset. It’s a life skill. In this conversation, we go deep on what accountability really looks like — not just in business or marriage, but in everyday moments where growth or conflict hang in the balance. We unpack: 🔄 Self-accountability and the confidence that comes from owning your stuff...

In this episode of Our Uncommon Life , we’re diving into the very real tension between ambition and well-being. From Zac’s early days pushing himself to the limit with baseball, to diving into intense challenges like 75 Hard and long-distance running—there’s always been a drive to test limits and chase extremes. But what happens when your body—and life—start waving the red flags? After a knee inju...

Whew! This is a fun topic today. Whether it's in a marriage or even a friendship, sometimes the season you are in is something you are just clinging to that is not the actual truth. Delving into how the past keeps us comfy and the future gives us all the frills of hope, but all we really have is the here and now. We all change as we grow, some of us choose not to grow, and some people choose t...

Join Zac and Vena Boddy for a fun and heartfelt catch-up session! In this episode, they share updates on their health journeys, exciting travel plans, and busy lives. Get ready for some laughs, insights, and inspiration as Zac gears up for a marathon and Vena juggles her bustling schedule at The Foundry Workspaces. Topics Discussed: Health Journeys: Zac and Vena open up about their recent health a...

“How do you start?” It’s the question we get asked most — whether it’s launching a business, setting goals, or designing the way we live and love with intention. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on our favorite strategy: starting from the end. From dream-chasing in business to planning out our year as a couple, we’ve built our lives by looking at the vision first, then reverse-engin...

We just got back from our Disney trip and man are we tired! Navigating the parks with an 18 year old kid is definitely different than how we usually roam around. This year our Disney Travel came with a few disappointments, a few crazy new rides, and as always delicious food! Listen in as Zac and I chat about the dramatic changes we saw in customer service throughout the parks and what some of our...

One of the things that Zac and I are passionate about is healthy, ongoing communication. Making sure we are on the same page helps us stay efficient with our busy schedules. We always say we run our marriage like a business...and here are 4 tips on how to replicate this in your own marriage. From things like weekly meetings to never making assumptions, these tips will help you communicate with you...