👋🏽 ¡Ho ho ho, !

¡Feliz Friday, snowflake! Muy buenas tardes and happy no-one-is-really-working-week. I'm here, and ready to bring you this week's

P.O.C.H.O. Stuff Email

​Algo bien for a fun Friday.

Edition: December 20th, 2024​

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

PICTURE: 📸

Tis the season for travel, and tradition:

I took a picture of my go-to in-flight "meal." I can't help but give in to my guilty pleasure: Takis Fuego with a cold Mexican cerveza to get the party started on any flight to/from Mexico.

OPTIMISM: 💖

Here's a powerful reminder:

“Success is not in what you have, but who you are.”

— Bo Sanchez

COOL FIND: 🕵🏽‍♂️

You've probably heard me talk about Bocón before, as we wrap up an incredible year, Bócon invites you to be part of their End-of-Year Campaign, celebrating the power of storytelling and community. Your support fuels their mission to amplify underrepresented voices and bring meaningful productions to life. Click through to read the end-of-year reflection by my friend, Bocón Artistic Director, Crystal Mercado Rosure as she sits with original Bocón ensemble members from 14 years ago to recall their experience. Please consider making a donation or sharing this campaign with your network. Together, we can continue inspiring change through art and culture.

HOMEWORK: 📝

Easy A with a Cultural Holiday Celebrations: Celebrate holidays from both Mexican and American cultures, or whatever culture you identify with, with your family and friends. Highlight the cultural nuances that we sometimes take for granted by verbalizing them and honoring the WHY behind their importance to you.

OTHER STUFF: 📢

I started a fun Spotify Playlist called "Tia Borracha Christmas" that was made with equal parts holiday spirit and crazy-tia vibes, you know, the fun one. You can listen to it here, it's got everything from Juan Gabriel to Mariah Caray. Plus tracks that my favorite deejay suggested----oh yeah, it's been a minute, but it's time for another:

🌟 BTW - Holiday Music Picks from the Pros 🌟

It’s the season to turn up the volume and spread some holiday cheer! For this week’s "BTW," I asked my favorite Latino DJs to share their top track for holiday parties. Whether you’re hosting a posada, dancing under twinkling lights, or simply sipping on ponche, these tracks will set the perfect vibe:

🐴 Mi Burrito Sabanero - La Rondallita

DJ Red (my wedding DJ and primo) picks this nostalgic cumbia classic: "Not only is it a cumbia banger 🔥, it’s also a Latin staple for the holidays. It reminds me of the posadas my grandmother would take me to in TJ as a kid." Nothing says holidays like this iconic track!

💃 Contigo - Karol G

DJ Gabo (Las Vegas' Latino Beat 99.3 on-air talent) shares his unconventional but heartfelt choice: "It’s not a Christmas song, but I love the beat and how it celebrates being around the people we love." Perfect for keeping the party vibes warm and loving!

🎅 DJ Play a Christmas Song - Cher feat. Belinda

George Rivera (Content Director at Televisa/Univision and on-air at Latino Mix) brings a fresh twist: "This track caught me by surprise! If you want your guests to dance, play this song to lift the holiday cheer." A modern favorite to keep the energy high!

🎄 My Pocho-Takeaways

This year’s holiday party playlist is all about blending tradition with fresh beats. Whether you’re spinning nostalgic cumbias, feel-good anthems, or unexpected dance hits, these tracks will keep everyone on the dance floor.

Holiday music is more than just songs—it’s about creating a vibe that brings people together. Celebrate with beats that make you feel at home, loved, and ready to dance!

¡Muchas gracias for opening and reading these emails it really makes my weekend. THANK YOU for keeping me around. Have a fantastic weekend and a ¡Feliz Navidad!

Merry Christmas,

Tony U

💖 🙌🏾✨

-your favorite pocho + multicultural marketer.

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