Holiday Culture Transcends Background

Shaan Puri and Sam Parr discuss their approach to celebrating holidays and cultural traditions, revealing a modern perspective on holiday participation that transcends religious or cultural boundaries.

• Personal Holiday Philosophy:

  • Celebrates "fun holidays" regardless of religious or cultural background
  • Views holidays as opportunities for enjoyment rather than religious observance
  • Actively seeks new celebrations to participate in

• Cultural Integration:

  • Embraces celebrations from various cultures:
    • Christmas (despite not being religious)
    • Dia de los Muertos
    • Shabbat (through Jewish friends)
  • Believes in participating in any culture's fun holidays
  • "I'm hispanic for the day" approach to cultural celebrations

• Business Perspective:

  • Recognizes holiday traditions as market opportunities
  • Notes that during holidays, people tend to prefer traditional representations
  • Acknowledges that some holiday-related businesses (like Santa photos) require careful consideration due to involving children

• Modern Family Approach:

  • Traditional religious backgrounds (e.g., Sam's Catholic upbringing) don't limit holiday participation
  • Emphasis on celebration and community over religious significance
  • Open to adopting traditions from different cultures through friendships and exposure

• Cultural Authenticity:

  • Acknowledges that for certain holiday traditions, people prefer "classic" representations
  • Recognizes potential market gaps (e.g., diverse Santa representations)
  • Notes that holiday traditions can transcend typical cultural boundaries