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.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome Back to Crossing the Alameda

01:42 Introducing Enrique Sanabria: A Journey Through History

03:41 From Echo Park to Santa Clara: A Personal Journey

12:26 The Impact of Professors: Shaping a Historian's Path

19:01 Music as a Time Machine: Songs that Define Moments

24:56 Reflecting on Life Choices: What Went Right?

30:07 The Path to Academia: From Santa Clara to New Mexico

36:18 Exploring the Beauty of New Mexico

38:16 Academic Pursuits and Environmental History

41:07 The Manzanares River: A Historical Perspective

43:06 Mentorship and Student Success

51:04 Reflections on Career and Future Aspirations

55:23 Fast Five: Fun Insights and Personal Reflections