Crossing The Alameda featuring Enrique Sanabria

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, hosts Kari Morin and Mike Kline welcome Enrique Sanabria, a historian and professor at the University of New Mexico. Enrique shares his journey from being a first-generation American to becoming a double major in history and Spanish at Santa Clara University. He reflects on the unique experiences of living on the ninth floor of Swig Hall, the impact of influential professors, and the significance of studying abroad in Madrid. The conversation also touches on the power of music in evoking memories and historical moments, as well as Enrique's commitment to supporting underrepresented minorities in academia. In this engaging conversation, Enrique Sanabria shares his deep appreciation for the beauty of New Mexico, his academic pursuits in environmental history, and his interest in the Manzanites River. He discusses the importance of mentorship in academia, reflecting on his role in guiding students like Gina Benavides. As he looks to the future, he expresses a desire to publish another book and explore new academic interests. The conversation concludes with light-hearted insights during the Fast Five segment, revealing personal reflections and interests.Chapters00:00 Welcome Back to Crossing the Alameda01:42 Introducing Enrique Sanabria: A Journey Through History03:41 From Echo Park to Santa Clara: A Personal Journey12:26 The Impact of Professors: Shaping a Historian's Path19:01 Music as a Time Machine: Songs that Define Moments24:56 Reflecting on Life Choices: What Went Right?30:07 The Path to Academia: From Santa Clara to New Mexico36:18 Exploring the Beauty of New Mexico38:16 Academic Pursuits and Environmental History41:07 The Manzanares River: A Historical Perspective43:06 Mentorship and Student Success51:04 Reflections on Career and Future Aspirations55:23 Fast Five: Fun Insights and Personal Reflections