EPISODE · Nov 3, 2025 · 42 MIN
From Disney Magic to Defying the Odds: Kristin McKenzie’s Comeback Story
from Stroke Sisters: Stories of Strength and Resilience · host Angie Read
Kristin McKenzie shares her remarkable journey from working in sports entertainment and Apple to navigating life after a massive stroke. With a bleak 2% chance of survival, Kristin fought against the odds and began the grueling process of recovery. Her story highlights the emotional and physical challenges of finding new meaning in life after facing life-altering experiences, including time in a skilled nursing facility filled with elderly patients, breaking an ankle, and dealing with personal and professional setbacks. Kristin's pain is raw and real, yet she refuses to give up.80% of strokes are preventable. Get screened today for your risks of stroke and/or cardiovascular diseases.Lifeline ScreeningBooks by Angie Read:Invisible Scars: Stroke Survival, Recovery, and the Unexpected Mental Health FalloutMental Health Hacks: 10 Easy Hacks to Help Manage Anxiety and DepressionIdentity Crisis: You Are Not Your CareerRISE: Mastering the Art of Resilience
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From Disney Magic to Defying the Odds: Kristin McKenzie’s Comeback Story
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