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Walo HD (Walo Dávila)

Walo HD, the artistic name of Walo Dávila, is a Puerto Rican radio and television host, producer, and content creator. With over 25 years of experience, he has worked in media in Puerto Rico and the United States, standing out for his work in social critique and entertainment. He is best known as the creator of Nación Chancleta, a political satire program that combines humor and analysis of public affairs.

Early life and education

Walo studied Theater, Electronic Music, and Business Administration at the University of Puerto Rico. He began his media career as a host and producer at AM 81 (WKVM-AM) and as a sound engineer at the Luis A. Ferré Performing Arts Center.

Professional career

Radio

Walo began his career in radio in 1995 as a host and producer, working at stations such as La Mega Estación (106.9 FM) and Cosmos 94. He produced notable programs like El Vacilón de la Mañana (Cosmos 94), hosted by Raymond Arrieta and Eric Valcourt; Café con Leche (Fidelity 95.7), hosted by Lily García, Otilio Warrington "Bizcocho," and Yan Ruiz; and A Son de Salsa (Z-93), featuring Marcos Rodríguez "El Cacique," Alí Warrington, and Cano Estremera. All these programs achieved high audience ratings.

Between 2006 and 2018, he served as Program Director for Univisión Radio, managing stations such as WRTO-FM (Miami) and WXNY-FM (New York). Since 2018, he has worked as the Program Director at iHeartRadio, overseeing the programming of WZTU-FM (TÚ 94.9) in Miami, which received the Marconi Award as "Spanish-Language Station of the Year" in 2022.

Television and Nación Chancleta

Walo produced the popular television show Super Xclusivo, broadcast on WAPA-TV and starring the character La Comay, created by producer and puppeteer Kobbo Santarrosa. He was also a panelist on the political discussion segment of the show Qué Suerte, which aired on Univision Puerto Rico and was produced and hosted by Héctor Marcano. Additionally, Walo worked as a comedian on the show Sálvese Quien Pueda, a Puerto Rican adaptation of Saturday Night Live that aired on Telemundo Puerto Rico.

In 2013, Walo founded Nación Chancleta, a political satire program initially broadcast on WKAQ 580. This multiplatform project, which combines humor, analysis, and audience participation, expanded to 99.1 Salsoul in 2023. The project offers a 360-degree experience, where regardless of the platform—radio, social media, or live broadcasts—the interaction with the audience remains consistent and dynamic, ensuring a uniform and engaging connection across all media.

Awards and recognition

In 2008, he received the Shining Star Radio Award from Univisión for his work as Program Director of WRTO-FM in Miami. In 2022, his work as Program Director of WZTU-FM (TÚ 94.9) at iHeartMedia contributed to the station being awarded the Marconi Award as "Spanish-Language Station of the Year" by the National Association of Broadcasters.

Style and impact

Walo’s style combines political satire and social critique with a focus on connecting with the public. This has made him a prominent figure in media analysis in Puerto Rico.

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