In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, hosts Mike Kline, A.J. Riebli, and Kari Morin reconnect with Lorie Hannigan Murphy, a Santa Clara University alumna and the Entertainment Director for the San Francisco 49ers. Lorie shares her journey from college to a successful career in sports entertainment, discussing her experiences at Santa Clara, her role in producing major events, and the emotional farewells to Candlestick Park and the opening of Levi's Stadium. The conversation highlights the challenges of event production, the impact of COVID-19, and the importance of mentorship and community.. She reflects on the challenges and joys of balancing a demanding career with family life, especially as she transitions into an empty nest phase. Lorie offers valuable advice to her younger self about taking time to discover personal values and the importance of relationships. The discussion culminates in excitement for an upcoming reunion with old friends, emphasizing the lasting bonds formed during their college years.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

01:35 Lorie Murphy's Career Journey

05:02 College Memories and Influences

09:30 Aerobics and the 49ers Connection

14:42 Transitioning to Sports Entertainment

21:01 Challenges in Sports Production

23:55 COVID-19 and Mass Vaccination Efforts

26:54 Farewell to Candlestick Park

30:49 Opening Levi's Stadium

32:30 Behind the Scenes of Event Planning

34:37 Memorable Performances and Highlights

37:47 Life After Sports: Embracing Change

39:36 Balancing Family and Career

41:46 The Transition to Empty Nesting

46:41 Advice to My Younger Self

49:25 Looking Forward to the Reunion

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, host Charles Michelet and co-host David Zemke welcome guests Alex Panelli and John Cervino, both alumni of Santa Clara University Class of 1991. The conversation explores their journeys to SCU, the friendships formed during their college years, and the lasting impact of their experiences. They share personal stories about their time on campus, the challenges they faced, and the significance of the Mission Church as a central part of their college life. The episode highlights the importance of community, mentorship, and the memories that continue to shape their lives long after graduation. In this conversation, the speakers reflect on their college experiences at Santa Clara University, emphasizing the importance of relationships formed during that time. They discuss their career journeys post-graduation, highlighting the unpredictability of life and the value of maintaining friendships. The conversation also touches on personal growth, the impact of community, and future aspirations, showcasing how their college years shaped their lives and connections. In this engaging conversation, the hosts and guests share personal anecdotes, reflect on life lessons, and participate in a fun rapid-fire question segment. They discuss the importance of relationships, the value of experiences, and offer advice to their younger selves. The conversation culminates in a look ahead to their upcoming class reunion, emphasizing the significance of maintaining connections and cherishing memories.

Chapters

00:00 Reunion Reflections: The Journey Begins

02:43 Sliding Door Moments: Paths to Santa Clara

08:04 College Experiences: The SCU Life

13:39 Memorable Moments: Friendships and Challenges

21:11 Legacy of the Mission: A Spiritual Home

26:45 Reflections on College Experiences

31:38 Career Journeys Post-Graduation

40:34 Maintaining Lifelong Friendships

49:00 Looking Ahead: Future Aspirations

55:11 Adventures and Anecdotes: Life Stories Unfold

56:06 Fast Five: Quickfire Questions and Fun Responses

01:03:34 Reflections on Life: Lessons and Advice

01:07:44 Looking Ahead: Class of 91 Reunion and Connections

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, Charles and A.J. welcome Todd Pastorini, a Santa Clara University alumnus, to share his experiences and memories from his time at SCU and beyond. Todd reflects on the Bronco culture, influential professors, and his family's legacy in sports, particularly his uncle Dan Pastorini's NFL career. The conversation also touches on Todd's career path from aviation to law enforcement technology, as well as his charitable work. In this engaging conversation, Todd Pastorini shares his experiences from human trafficking awareness events to his career in law enforcement technology. He discusses the importance of family, hobbies like water skiing and horse training, and the trust built through shared activities. Todd reflects on his career path, the opportunities that arose from his education, and offers insights into life lessons learned along the way. The conversation wraps up with a fun Fast Five segment, revealing personal preferences and nostalgic memories

CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome and Remembrance

02:58 Todd's Santa Clara Memories

05:54 The Bronco Culture and Relationships

08:37 Influential Professors and Career Path

11:21 From Football to Aviation

14:31 The Digital Mugshot Journey

17:18 Memories of The Hut and Music

20:07 Family Legacy in Sports

23:10 Uncle Dan and His Impact

25:51 Charity Work and Community Engagement

27:10 Human Trafficking Awareness and Personal Connections

29:01 The Law Enforcement Technology Industry

33:15 Life Beyond Work: Family, Hobbies, and Trust

40:21 Reflections on Career Paths and Opportunities

42:36 Fast Five: Fun Questions and Personal Insights

Join Charles and A.J. as they reconnect with Maureen Muscat who shares her lifelong connection with Santa Clara University, from student days to a 30-year career in the Santa Clara Alumni Office.  She discusses campus changes, memorable college moments, and the importance of community and alumni engagement. She is looking forward to seeing everyone at the Reunion in October

Planning to Attend GRAND REUNION  Link
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SCU Spotify Playlist
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Crossing the Alameda

02:03 Maureen Muscat's Santa Clara Journey

06:22 Memorable College Experiences

09:30 Influential Professors and Classes

16:54 Transitioning to a Career at Santa Clara

24:04 Evolution of Santa Clara University

32:27 Connecting the Alumni Community

34:25 The Role of the Alumni Office

39:27 Connecting with Alumni and Community

44:47 Friend Raising vs. Fundraising

51:10 Reflections on College Life

56:42 Looking Forward to the Reunio

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, hosts A.J. Riebli and Kari Morin reconnect with alumni Amy Baird Depner and Michelle Qualls Radley from the class of 1991. They reminisce about their time at Santa Clara University, discussing how they chose the school, their friendship origins, memorable college stories, and the challenges of maintaining connections post-graduation. The conversation also delves into Amy's experience as a member of the women's soccer team during its formative years, highlighting the evolution of the sport and the camaraderie built among teammates. In this engaging conversation, the speakers reflect on their experiences balancing sports and academics during college, the impact of memorable professors, and the life lessons learned along the way. They share humorous anecdotes from their time on the Team USA road trip, highlighting the importance of friendship and adventure. The discussion also delves into their career paths in education and physical therapy, emphasizing the fulfillment and challenges of working in helping professions. In this engaging conversation, the speakers discuss their experiences in leadership roles within healthcare and education, emphasizing the importance of supporting clinicians and teachers. They reflect on the balance between professional responsibilities and personal life, highlighting the significance of family and community connections. The discussion also touches on career aspirations, the value of mentorship, and the wisdom gained over the years, culminating in heartfelt advice to their younger selves.

CHAPTERS

 0:00 Welcome to Crossing the Alameda

03:31 Getting to Santa Clara: First Impressions

06:47 Friendship Origins: Meeting in the Dorms

09:06 Memorable College Stories: The Sloshball Incident

13:05 Life as an RA: Maintaining Connections

17:37 Athletic Journey: Women's Soccer at Santa Clara

21:05 Balancing Sports and Academics

25:03 Memorable Professors and Academic Journeys

29:00 College Experiences and Life Lessons

34:02 Team USA Road Trip Adventures

41:29 Career Paths and Personal Growth

46:36 Navigating Leadership in Healthcare and Education

49:24 Balancing Professional and Personal Life

52:26 The Importance of Family and Community

56:40 Reflections on Career Paths and Aspirations

01:02:55 Advice to Our Younger Selves

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, host Mike 'Kliner' Kline, Kari Morin, Charles Michelet and A.J. Riebli meet with Jeremy McCarthy  and reflect on their experiences at Santa Clara University, sharing stories of friendship, personal growth, and career journeys., Jeremy shares his insights on the importance of passion in entrepreneurship, the transformative impact of AI on creativity, and his personal journey towards health and longevity. He emphasizes that true success comes from pursuing interests rather than monetary gain, discusses the evolving landscape of AI, and reflects on the significance of maintaining health as one ages. The dialogue concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal Jeremy's personal interests and experiences.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Crossing the Alameda

01:16 Journey to Santa Clara University

05:17 Memories from Freshman Year

10:22 Reflections on Friendship and Loss

12:09 Career Path and Accounting Journey

22:04 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship

27:14 Exploring AI and New Ventures

36:47 Finding Passion in Entrepreneurship

39:55 The Impact of AI on Creativity

46:11 Navigating the Future of AI

48:26 Health and Longevity

54:24 Rapid Fire Questions and Reflections

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, host A.J. Riebli and guests Mike Klein, Kari Morin, and Charles Michelet reconnect with Iris Corenevsky, a fellow Santa Clara University alumna from the class of 1991. The conversation explores Iris's journey from a math major to a philosophy graduate, her memorable experiences at SCU, and her diverse career path that includes roles in massage therapy and tech leadership. Iris shares insights on the importance of community, personal reinvention, and her current work in fostering a positive workplace culture. The discussion also touches on her passions for reading and baking, as well as her involvement in the virtual world of Second Life. In this engaging conversation, the participants explore a variety of themes including culinary adventures, favorite books in the sci-fi and fantasy genres, personal insights through a fun Fast Five segment, and reflections on life aspirations. The discussion also touches on nostalgic memories related to reunions and the joy of reading, creating a rich tapestry of shared experiences and recommendations.

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Crossing the Alameda

02:31 Introducing Iris Corenevsky

03:25 Journey to Santa Clara University

05:06 Memories from Swig and Walsh

09:14 Transition from Math to Philosophy

12:27 Influential Professors and Classes

15:29 Staying Connected with Classmates

17:33 Career Forks and Life Decisions

24:54 Current Role in Tech Leadership

28:39 Exploring the Multiverse of Second Life

34:39 Reading and Baking Passions

36:28 Culinary Adventures and Family Recipes

37:10 Exploring Sci-Fi and Fantasy Literature

40:29 The Joy of Reading and Book Recommendations

Join Charles, Mike, Kari and A.J. as they have an inspiring  and hilarious conversation with Susan Mohun, a Santa Clara University alumna with a diverse career in acting, education, and writing. Susan shares an honest discussion about losing both parents while attending SCU. Discover her journey from hard life experiences to the Theater to Hollywood and finding the light in the darkness. She shares her insights on life, and her upcoming projects, all sprinkled with humor and heartfelt stories.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Crossing the Alameda
01:35 Introducing Susan Bowen
03:32 Memorable Acting Experiences
06:10 Cringy College Memories
10:35 Theater and Philosophy Connection
14:59 Reflections on Santa Clara University
20:46 Life After Santa Clara: Career Journey
28:21 The Joy of Teaching Across Ages
31:19 Crafting Comedy: A New Pilot
34:21 San Francisco: A Love Story
37:53 Rapid Fire Fun: Personal Favorites
43:54 Advice to My Younger Self

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, hosts Mike Kline, Kari Morin, and Charles Michelet reconnect with fellow classmate Pam Rosolis Ortega from the class of 1991. They reminisce about their time at Santa Clara University, sharing vivid memories of college life, influential experiences, and personal growth. Pam discusses her journey from aspiring TV news reporter to nonprofit work, her career path, and the challenges she faced as a breast cancer survivor. The conversation highlights the importance of community, health, and the lasting impact of their college years. In this heartfelt conversation, Pam Rozolis Ortega shares her journey through cancer, the lessons learned about life and health, and the transition to an empty nest. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, cherishing friendships, and creating a bucket list of experiences to enjoy while still healthy. Pam also reflects on her past, offering advice to her younger self about exploring interests and not being afraid to try new things.

Chapters

00:00 Reconnecting with Classmates
02:59 Memories from Santa Clara University
05:50 Influential Experiences and Personal Growth
08:49 Career Journey and Nonprofit Work
11:42 Life After College: Family and Career
14:45 Surviving Breast Cancer and Its Impact
17:30 Reflections on Health and Well-being
30:40 Facing Cancer: A Personal Journey
33:18 Embracing Life After Diagnosis
36:53 Navigating Empty Nest Syndrome
44:40 Cherishing Friendships and Memories
46:51 Rapid Fire Reflections
50:33 Advice to My Younger Self

In this episode of Crossing the Alameda, the hosts welcome Dr. Cynthia Keller, a distinguished alumna of Santa Clara University. Cynthia shares her deep-rooted connection to the university, her academic journey, and the challenges she faced along the way. From her early memories on campus to her experiences in medical school, Cynthia's story is one of resilience, support from influential faculty, and the importance of community. She also shares her love story with Andy Keller, highlighting the personal aspects of her life that have shaped her career and values. In this engaging conversation, Cynthia Keller shares her journey through medical training, the challenges she faced, and the pivotal role her partner played in her personal and professional growth. She discusses her transition to integrative medicine, emphasizing the importance of nutrition and holistic care, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Cynthia also highlights her innovative approaches to pediatric care, including the development of a supplement aimed at addressing nutritional deficiencies exacerbated by COVID-19, and the profound impact of these changes on her patients and their families. In this engaging conversation, Cynthia Keller shares personal insights through a fun segment called the Fast Five, reflecting on her life, career, and the importance of community. She offers advice to her younger self, emphasizing the reassurance that everything will be okay. The discussion highlights the significance of reconnecting with others and sharing stories, as well as exploring professional journeys in wellness and nutrition. Cynthia's passion for helping others and her experiences in the medical field are also explored, showcasing her dedication to making a positive impact.

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
02:56 Cynthia Keller: A Legacy of Santa Clara
05:44 Campus Life and Early Memories
08:47 Academic Journey and Challenges
11:03 Overcoming Adversity and Pursuing Medicine
13:59 Influential Figures at Santa Clara
16:43 Family Ties and Personal Growth
19:31 Love Story: Meeting Andy Keller
24:18 Manipulation and Relationships
28:09 The Role of a Partner in Personal Growth
31:38 Challenges in Medical Training and Practice
36:16 Transitioning to Integrative Medicine
40:52 Discovering Nutritional Impacts Post-COVID
54:16 Innovations in Pediatric Care and Supplements
01:02:29 The Fast Five: Fun and Personal Insights
01:04:23 Reflections on Life and Career
01:05:40 Advice to My Younger Self
01:06:45 Reconnecting and Sharing Stories
01:07:36 The Importance of Community and Support
01:08:52 Exploring Professional Journeys and Experiences