Zach Ancell “fell” into photography while running track at the University of Oregon, snapping photos of his teammates that eventually sparked a commercial career. His competitive drive to be the best fueled his success—until a life-altering moment forced him to confront his deepest fear: losing his wife. Death was something Zach had always kept locked away, but a series of events at 35 cracked that box wide open.
As he began questioning everything—his career, his ambitions, and what it means to live fully—Zach found himself on a journey of self-discovery. That exploration led him to create When We Die, a podcast and call-in series where people share their stories, beliefs, and reflections about death, purpose, and what comes after.
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