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Welcome to this week’s (day-late) edition of Pocho Stuff your favorite Friday mix of art, culture, and slightly spicy commentary. From haunted dolls in Xochimilco to real-life drama in El Cajon, we’re taking you on a ride through nostalgia, neon eyeliner, and neighborhood news. Let’s dive into this week's...

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​Algo bien for a fun Friday.

Edition: 5 de septiembre 2025​

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

PICTURE: 📸

I took a picture of this old building's fire escape during a recent visit to San Antonio, but it also felt like a throwback to the early Instagram era, back when we all posted artsy angles of buildings with Lo-Fi filters and deep captions about growth. 📷✨

OPTIMISM: 💖

A summer quote:

"When you can't find the sunshine, be the sunshine."

— Unknown

COOL FIND: 🕵🏽‍♂️

🪆 Gaga + Muñecas + Burton = 🔥

Lady Gaga just dropped her newest music video “The Dead Dance”—and yes, it was filmed on the legendary Isla de las Muñecas in Xochimilco. Directed by Tim Burton and packed with spooky vibes, the video channels Thriller meets Merlina (Wednesday), with Gaga dancing among haunted dolls and masked dancers. 👉🏽 Catch the full video and peep the cameos in the creepiest corner of CDMX.

HOMEWORK: 📝

Support Local Businesses: A reminder to visit local businesses owned by individuals from both Mexican and American backgrounds. Any small business, really, trust me the big guys will be okay. Vote with your dollars. Extra credit if it's an ice cream shop or raspado biz.

OTHER STUFF: 📢

🚨 El Cajon, Where the Culture War Gets Personal

Immigration is once again at the center of controversy in El Cajon, where a new city resolution supporting federal deportation efforts just passed, despite California’s sanctuary laws. Mayor Bill Wells claims it’s not about racism, just “Trump vs. non-Trump.” But for immigrant families on the ground, the message feels loud and clear. 👉🏽 Read the full story at kpbs.org.

Hope this week gave you something to think about, something to smile at, and maybe something new to share with your group chat.

✨ Until next time, stay curious, stay grounded, and stay pocho.

Adios,

Tony U

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-your favorite pocho + multicultural marketer.

PS -- Enjoy the Lunar Eclipse vibras