Crossing The Alameda - featuring Gina Finocchiaro Warner

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, the hosts reconnect with Gina Warner, a Santa Clara University alumna from the class of 1991. They explore nostalgic memories from college, significant life changes, and the impact of education on personal growth. Gina shares her journey through sobriety, her career in the nonprofit sector, and her newfound passion for powerlifting. The conversation highlights the importance of friendship, the lessons learned from professors, and the surprising discoveries about oneself over the years. The episode concludes with a fun rapid-fire segment and reflections on the enduring bonds formed during their college years.TitlesRevisiting Santa Clara: A Journey Through TimeLife Lessons from Santa Clara AlumniSound Bites"I was a victim of the birds in Kennedy Mall.""I never looked back. Best decision of my life.""I love that you guys asked that."Chapters00:00 Nostalgia and Reunion: Reflecting on Santa Clara Days02:56 Memorable Experiences: Gina's Journey from Omaha to Santa Clara05:50 Professors and Relationships: The Impact of Faculty at SCU08:56 Personal Growth: Navigating Life's Challenges and Changes11:34 Finding Purpose: Gina's Career and Life Lessons14:29 Life After College: Reflections on Growth and Change17:18 Sobriety and Transformation: Gina's Journey to Recovery20:19 Daily Life: Balancing Work, Fitness, and Relationships22:56 The Power of Community: Connections and Support25:34 Puzzles and Reflection: Finding Joy in Simple Things29:06 Embracing Productivity in Everyday Life30:08 The Journey into Powerlifting34:45 Passions and Personal Growth37:39 Advice to My Younger Self39:45 Surprising Discoveries Over 30 Years41:58 Fun and Fast Five48:05 Future Aspirations and Bucket List Adventures