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May is a Spanish teacher from Mexico, and Jim is a gringo with a passion for adventure. Together they’ll help you take your Spanish to the next level.
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Fray Tormenta: El Sacerdote Luchador Que Inspiró Nacho Libre - Fray Tormenta: The Wrestling Priest Who Inspired Nacho Libre
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Have you ever wondered how much of Nacho Libre is actually true? We talk about what the movie gets right (and wrong), the stereotypes it presents about Mexico, and the remarkable life of Sergio Gutiérrez Benítez—better known as Fray Tormenta—a priest who secretly became a luchador to support hundreds of children through his orphanage. We also celebrate our July Student of the Month, Jaime, whose inspiring language-learning journey reminds us that consistency and enthusiasm are the keys to making progress in Spanish.
Key Takeaways:
- Discover the true story behind Nacho Libre and how Fray Tormenta dedicated his life to helping vulnerable children.
- Learn how Hollywood adapted—and simplified—the real events, along with our thoughts on the movie’s portrayal of Mexico and Mexican culture.
- Meet our July Student of the Month and hear practical advice for staying consistent and motivated while learning Spanish.
Links And Additional Resources:
- 321 – El Fútbol en México – Soccer in Mexico
- 318 – México Vivo: Los Trece Patrimonios Inmateriales de la UNESCO Parte I | Mexico Alive: The Thirteen Intangible Cultural Heritage Sites of UNESCO, Part I
- 314 – La Semana Santa en Iztapalapa | The Holy Week in Iztapalapa
- 243 – Alebrijes, Tonales, y Animales Fantásticos | Alebrijes, Tonales, and Fantastic Animals
- 211 – Cine y Series Para Mejorar tu Español | Movies and Series to Improve your Spanish
- 176 – La Lucha Libre | The “Lucha Libre”
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