One Play, Everything Changed: Ken Kunken’s Story of Survival

At 20 years old, Ken Kunken was a college football player at Cornell University with his future in front of him when a routine tackle changed everything. In an instant, he became paralyzed from the shoulders down. But this story is not about the moment Ken’s life changed. It is about what he chose to do next. In this episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Heather Holt shares Ken’s extraordinary journey from devastating spinal cord injury to becoming the first quadriplegic to graduate from Cornell, earning multiple advanced degrees, building a decades-long legal career, and creating the family he once thought he would never have. More than a story of survival, this is a conversation about resilience, disability rights, purpose, and what becomes possible when determination meets community. If you have ever wondered what can be built after life falls apart, Ken’s story is one you will not forget. Connect with Kenneth Kunken: Connect with Ken on Facebook Ken Kunken - YouTube Connect with Ken on Instagram Kenneth J. Kunken | LinkedIn BUY THE BOOK - Ken Kunken   If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened community Enter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.com Get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOW Start your Liminal Luna Journey FREE | code CHANGE at checkout | Liminalluna.com Looking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened  Got a story to share? Drop me a line at [email protected] and maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.