Luxury Menswear: The J.L. Rocha Podcast: Recent Episodes
J.L. Rocha Collections
A podcast about Luxury Leather Goods, Mens Fashion, and Mexican History hosted by Jose-Noel Rocha of J.L. Rocha Collections, Handmade in Mexico
Jose-Noel ascribes archetypical personality traits with leather jacket outfits. Pairing both J.L. Rocha leather jacket styles and more to the 12 Personality/Brand Archetypes based on Carl Jungs Findings.
We look at examples in the fashion industry of fathers and sons doing business together. Jose-Noel references Nordstrom, Ralph Lauren, Jacob & Co, and George Cleverly as examples for lessons we can learn as a father and son duo.
Jose-Noel recollects the things his father always knew, but he never accepted as truth until he got older in this podcast with Advice for Young Men.
Jose-Noel dedicates a special episode to his mom, highlighting the importance of mother's day in Mexico, and in his life personally.
Jose-Noel breaks down the 5 leather jacket mistakes that he's made and seen men make.
Outlining the three most important aspects of well dressed leather men, and the five most detrimental mistakes men make.
Jose-Noel investigates the history of Chinese-Mexican people framed within the context of the Lunar New Year.
This episode covers a brief history on the origins of Chinese Mexican People, examples of cultural influence, and the inspiration of the design for the J.L. Rocha Red Envelope for 2024
This episode discussed global luxury markets, the new rules of luxury brands, and how Mexico is uniquely positioned to take a larger place in the global luxury goods sector.
Highlighting the value of leather goods from leather jackets to leather wallets and beyond as a gift for men during the holidays or any special occasion.
The last episode of S2 of Luxury Men’s Wear, all about why Leather is the Ultimate Men’s Gift
In honor of J.L. Rocha's birthday, Jose-Noel reminisces on the memories that introduced him to the family business, and leather craft.
Symbolizing how leather serves as both a legacy piece, and a piece on which to build connection.
S2 Ep 4 of Luxury Menswear
Jose-Noel discusses the history of the Brogue dress shoe, Goodyear welting, and the Most Expensive Shoe Ever Made.
We ponder the question and exemplify the answer that a legacy is far more important than an inheritance.
Jose-Noel recounts 5 lessons that have formed his understanding of luxury in leather and life.
Jose-Noel describes the three necessary elements he's learned are needed when it comes to running luxury leather brand.
Our final episode of Season 1: Covering some unique Mexican history paired with J.L. Rocha Values.
Luxury Menswear Ep 9 - Are Leather Jackets Still Cool?
We break down leather goods marketing, and what we believe matters when asking: are leather jackets still cool?
Episode 8 - The Death of the Artisan
We discuss the reasons why the population of Artisans in Mexico is dwindling and how to help prevent it.
Luxury Menswear Ep 7 - Working with my Dad
Jose-Noel shares what it’s like working with J.L. Rocha and his father, along with how it affects the brand.
Jose-Noel shares the story of his development alongside the development of J.L. Rocha Collections
Episode 3 of Luxury Menswear, the Podcast by J.L. Rocha Collections; Jose-Noel Rocha reviews some of the moments lived as designer and marketer for a family owned leather goods brand. Plus a personal announcement about the J.L. Rocha Family!
Episode 2 of Luxury Menswear, the Podcast by J.L. Rocha Collections hosted by Jose-Noel Rocha.
Luxury Menswear Episode 1 - Mexican Luxury - Introductions, Why We Make Handcrafted Leather Goods.
A look back at the inception of J.L. Rocha Collections, and the values infused through a generations of lifetimes.
Narrated by Jose-Noel Rocha