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Feliz Friday, friend! This week, I'm dishing out fresh local vibes—from mouth-watering tortillas at my neighborhood tortilleria to Netflix's bold $1B investment in our creative home, plus a cool art party in Mission Hills. Get ready to savor culture, creativity, and community in this week's...

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​Algo bien for a fun Friday.

Edition: February 21st, 2025​

Picture 📸 • Optimism💖 • Cool Find 🕵🏽‍♂️ • Homework 📝 • Other Stuff 📢

PICTURE: 📸

Hand-pressed vs machine-made.

I took a picture of a stack of steaming tortillas made at my local tortilleria just down the block. If I won the lottery, I'd love to put one of these machines in every neighborhood so that pochos like you and I can access freshly made tortillas. Walking distance would be a major bonus!

OPTIMISM: 💖

A quote about art as a movement:

"The role of the artist is that of a soldier of the revolution."

— David Alfaro Siqueiros

COOL FIND: 🕵🏽‍♂️

Netflix Goes Big in Mexico!

This just in: Netflix is investing a whopping $1B in Mexico over the next four years to boost local film and TV production, including a major upgrade to Churubusco Studios! This bold move is all about celebrating our creative spirit and giving Mexican talent a global stage. What do you think about our favorite streaming giant going all-in on homegrown talent? Did you catch Club de Cuervos? Shoot me your binge-worthy recommendations.

Full story in The Hollywood Reporter.

HOMEWORK: 📝

Cultural Music Exploration: Listen to traditional music from both Mexico and the United States and reflect on or discuss the similarities and differences.

OTHER STUFF: 📢

Vanguard x SD Art Advisory Party

Big love and props to Alexander Salazar, friend, and supporter of all things POCHO, who was just featured on the local Fox morning show! He’s teaming up with Vanguard Culture for a killer new art and music space in Mission Hills, and the grand opening party is this Saturday, February 22nd.

With Baja wines, ceviche bites, and all the artsy vibes, it’s a celebration you don’t want to miss! Tickets are $25 (suggested donation), and a cocktail or artsy attire is recommended—see the full story, clip, and more details!

Thanks for rolling with me, and for being a part of the pocho familia! I'd love to hear your thoughts on some cool finds—whether it's your favorite tortilleria or your take on Netflix's move. Stay inspired, keep the culture alive, and I'll catch you next week with more POCHO Stuff!

Hasta la próxima,

Tony U

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-your favorite pocho + multicultural marketer.

PS --RIP Paquita.