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MrBeast YouTube #1, 403 Million Subscribers & Viral Impact

10/06/2025
MrBeas t Youtube #1 celebrando su cumpleaños con un pastel. Jimmy Donaldson James Stephen Donaldson. Mr Beast celebrating his birthday with a cake.

Lee este texto en español: MrBeast: ¿Quién es Jimmy Donaldson? Edad, fortuna, impacto en YouTube

MrBeast YouTube #1 Phenomenon & my crush

Well, yes, I confess: MrBeast is my new crush. And no, he’s not the “collagen” my married friends talk about, although Jimmy Donaldson, the man behind the phenomenon, could very well be mine (even with my husband’s permission!).

Yes: mine. And, I suppose, he’s also the crush of most of his 403 million YouTube subscribers! By the time you read this, he’s probably gained a few more… millions.

I started paying close attention to him when he “only” had 343 million subscribers, and I began following him when he was at 368 million! But look how much this handsome boy has grown… He even surpassed T-Series as the YouTube channel with the most subscribers (June 1, 2024).

Who Is He? The Mastermind Behind Jimmy Donaldson

Of course, I knew about his existence years ago. But who exactly is MrBeast? His name is Jimmy Donaldson (James Stephen Donaldson), and he’s known for his extravagant challenges, videos featuring large sums of money, and his philanthropic initiatives. I didn’t usually watch YouTubers; my approach was more towards Adam Sandler movies or music on Spotify. But with a preteen daughter and a husband teaching kids who consume YouTube, Mr Beast slipped into my world… and for the better!

Since his early days, he’s shown a singular ability for entertainment and successful content creation. While my initial knowledge of YouTubers, and that was just by name because I never really watched them, was limited to Mexican people like Werevertumorro or Luisito Comunica. Among those I have seen because of my daughter, and find amusing, are Mikecrack, DanoMC, Deik, Invictor, and MeoWrld makes me laugh with his laugh.

But Jimmy Donaldson has proven to be in a league of his own.

In fact, he’s an entire league by himself. There are YouTubers, YouTube stars, and then there’s him: the most famous YouTuber of all time.

MrBeast is to YouTube what Super Mario Bros. is to video games.

How Old Is He and Who Are His Inseparable Friends?

Jimmy Donaldson was born on May 7, 1998, making him a young entrepreneur and content creator with 27 years old. And Taurus. His meteoric rise has been accompanied by a group of loyal friends who constantly appear in his videos, such as Chandler Hallow, Karl Jacobs, and Nolan Hansen. These MrBeast friends are a fundamental part of his channel’s dynamic, participating in challenges and helping to execute his ambitious projects.

MrBeast Ugly or MrBeast Crush? A Fun Debate!

Among his millions of followers, it’s not uncommon for many to consider him a “crush” (like me, with my husband’s permission, of course! I even made him tons of WhatsApp stickers). And yes, the term “MrBeast crush” is widely searched. It’s amusing to see the debate on the internet about whether MrBeast is “ugly” or not. Honestly, his appeal goes beyond the physical; it’s his creativity, generosity, and the impact he generates that make him so magnetic.

From Chichen Itza to CGI Helicopters

Mr Beast (my phone’s autocorrect always changes it to “Mr Bean” or “MrBean”) is famous for his viral videos and challenges that often involve large sums of money or extreme situations.

There’s a specific video where MrBeast Chichen Itza is the main focus; you can read my post by clicking the link above. The use of eye-catching transportation (for those searching for “MrBeast helicopter“) is a recurring element in his videos, adding a touch of spectacle to his feats. He always surprises with his adventures, whether he’s giving away houses or conducting impressive challenges like those in Amazon Prime Video’s Beast Games Season 1.

But in the video of his gang in Chichen Itza (or Chichén Itzá), which supposedly led a group from the Mexican Government to accuse him of “falsifying information,” it’s clear that the Mr. Beast helicopter was created with special effects (CGI).

MrBeast’s Impact and the Future of YouTube

Jimmy Donaldson has redefined what it means to be a YouTuber. His dedication to his followers, to whom he randomly gives money or prizes for participating in contests, and his constant innovation, have positioned him as the most influential content creator ever, in the whole world. There are “influencers” who believe they’re world-famous for having six thousand or six million followers… Meanwhile, MrBeast already has 403 million subscribers on YouTube alone.

From being unknown to me, to becoming a constant figure in my household’s conversations, his impact is undeniable. All he needs now is to start writing books like Mikecrack, Los Compas, Iker Unzu… although with his videos, he has more than enough to entertain us.

And brace yourselves! Because the second and third seasons of MrBeast Games on Amazon Prime Video are coming… The first season was impactful, and I followed every episode in real-time. I loved it. It has my seal of approval.

Do you also have a crush on him?

Tell me in the comments or social media!

Review: “I’m Glad My Mom Died,” by Jennette McCurdy

08/06/2025
Jennette McCurdy en el escenario, presentando su libro "Me alegro de que mi madre haya muerto" en un auditorio lleno, con el público aplaudiendo. Reseña del libro. Jennette McCurdy on stage, presenting her book "I'm Glad My Mother's Dead" to a packed auditorium, with the audience applauding. Book review.

Review: “I’m Glad My Mom Died,” by Jennette McCurdy

Lee este texto en español: Me alegro de que mi madre haya muerto, reseña – Jennette McCurdy

Jennette McCurdy, known for her childhood and pre-teen roles in Nickelodeon’s iCarly and Sam & Cat, has released a book that has truly caused a global stir: “I’m Glad My Mom Died.”

While I confess I was never a fan of her characters, the news of this book sparked an unexpected curiosity in me. An actress who didn’t want to be an actress? And who, furthermore, quit acting out of shame? My surprise was immense.

The Search and Curious Odyssey of the book

When “I’m Glad My Mom Died” became available for pre-order, in English, the price initially deterred me. I decided to wait for its official Amazon release, thinking it would be a simple purchase. How wrong I was!

The book sold out in less than 24 hours, becoming a global best-seller. I finally bought it, though with a six-week wait. The curious thing is that, in the same purchase, I added “A Course in Miracles,” by Helen Schucman, a book that intrigued me and also had its own adventure getting into my hands, albeit in paperback and in English.

My Lost Copy and Reading for pleasure

My copy from Amazon never arrived. I received an email: “it got lost.” Lost? Unbelievable!

Someone gifted me a Kindle, which finally allowed me to read the longed-for book thanks to another friend who “made sure” I had it in English and an unofficial Spanish version (machine translation).

I read it in English and finished on a Monday morning, regretting staying up late, but happy to resume the habit of reading for pleasure.

After being away from reading for various reasons, this book was the trigger to dive back into stories, even if it meant adapting to English formats that, at times, challenge me due to punctuation.

An Honest Review

Now, is it as good as they say? It’s a decent book, yes, globally praised, and its author has been recognized by Time magazine. As a biography, you cry with her. But it’s not a book I would read again. Its humor, much like the character of Sam Puckett, didn’t quite resonate with me.

I don’t mean to disparage the struggle of a childhood abuse survivor, and I don’t doubt the rawness of her experiences. But it’s so triggering. And my perspective was simply different. In fact, I’m glad Amazon reimbursed me.

Personal Reflections and Motherhood

While I’m not glad her mother passed away (as she deserved to face the monstrosities she inflicted), Jennette McCurdy’s success makes me immensely happy. And I must admit that it made me reflect deeply on my own role as a mother.

Being friends with my daughter? Definitely not.

Keep calling her “Baby”? I’ll try to stop.

Enrolling her in activities she’s not interested in, like ballet or piano? Better to let her keep drawing, which is her passion.

And the idea of taking her to a modeling agency or suggesting to my nephew to try out for an acting role… completely discarded!

I prefer that my daughter enjoys her childhood fully, without any pressure or impositions. My priority is to protect her and allow her to be whoever she wants to be, without dictating her life or imposing my interests.

In the end, what does it matter if she’s not a dancer, a concert pianist, or a gymnast?

Have you read it? What did you think?

Chespirito Not Really on Purpose Review Episode 1 | No Spoilers

12/06/2025
Captura de pantalla de Chespirito Sin Querer Queriendo como número 1 en el Top 10 de HBO Max México. Reseña sin spoilers. Screenshot of Chespirito not really on purpose as number 1 in the Top 10 of HBO Max Mexico. Spoiler free review

Chespirito Not Really On Purpose Review Episode 1 (No Spoilers)

Lee este texto en español – Chespirito: Sin Querer Queriendo, ¿Vale la Pena? Reseña Sin Spoilers

Read my review of the Episode 2: HBO Max Chespirito, Episode 2 Summary. Origins of Chespirito nickname (“Shakespearito”)

Introduction

The incredible anticipation generated by “Chespirito: Not Really On Purpose”, the new HBO Max Original series, has been overwhelming. In this first episode review (spoiler-free), I write about the character building, tone, atmosphere, and of course, the nostalgia for those of us GenX Mexicans who actually grew up watching Roberto Gómez Bolaños at least once a week. Many are searching for chespirito show 2025 or chespirito series max, and this is the production they’ve been waiting for.

Escritora mexicana Jéssica de la Portilla Montaño de niña, disfrazada de la Chilindrina de El Chavo del 8 en la década de 1980, Chespirito sin querer queriendo, Ciudad de México. Mexican writer Jéssica de la Portilla Montaño as a child, dressed as Chilindrina from The kid of number eight (the boy of number eight) in the 1980s, Chespirito not really on purpose. Mexico City.
My late grandma dressed me up as the 80s Chilindrina, ready to relive the magic with Chespirito not really on purpose!

I offer an honest review so you can decide if this drama, written by Roberto Gómez Fernández based on Chespirito’s autobiography, is for you. If you’re looking for a chespirito not really on purpose review or a chespirito review, my article aims to provide you a clear perspective from a Mexican hardcore fan.

First Impressions: Tone and Atmosphere

So I watched the very first episode, “Cobbler, Stick to Thy Last”, in Spanish. Actually I watched the HBO MAX trailer in English before switching it to the original language (Latin American Spanish… if you’ve ever heard “Spanish from Spain” dubbing, surely you’ll understand this distinction). And the English sounds pretty good! I wouldn’t mind watching the episode once again, but now dubbed in English, so I can tell you my sincere opinion. This chespirito hbo max production really makes an effort for international audiences.

From the very first minutes, “Chespirito: Not Really On Purpose” immerses us in a nostalgic atmosphere. The first episode addresses part of his childhood as one of three brothers, raised by a single mother. Or maybe it was a young widowed mother? We don’t know yet for sure (unless you google it – oh yes I did!). This initial chespirito: not really on purpose episode (season 1, episode 1) sets the stage for the entire narrative. It’s said there’ll be 8 episodes in total.

It’s worth clarifying here that the series, like most autobiographical series about Mexican artists, doesn’t aim to recount historical facts exactly as they happened. This isn’t a documentary: it’s a work of fiction (loosely?) based on real events. So, it’s not specified whether Chespirito’s father passed away or if he abandoned the family (the mother asks Roberto not to be “irresponsible, like your father”). This chespirito criticism regarding historical accuracy is something to keep in mind, as it’s a fictionalized account.

Character Building and Introduction

The Character analysis in this inaugural episode is key. The first sequence, which was used for one of MAX’s (recently re-rebranded back to HBO MAX”) promotional trailers, shows the actors from the first phase of El Chavo del 8 (“The boy from number eight” or “The kid from number eight”) preparing to work. Many are excited to see graciela chespirito hbo (a funny query I found on my Google Search Console) and other characters come to life.

I say “the first phase of El Chavo del 8” because I was born in 1979 and my generation practically watched every single Televisa and Imevisión TV shows during our childhood. I didn’t have the chance to watch the original El Chavo cast: Quico (Carlos Villagrán), Don Ramón (Ramón Valdés), the four (or more?) Patys, and La Chilindrina (María Antonieta de las Nieves) used to have long ponytails and a light green dress.

No. I watched the show later, in its second phase. La Chilindrina changed to short pigtails (once in kindergarten, as you can see in the above picture, my late grandmother dressed me up with la Chilindrina’s fake glasses and makeup freckles) and a red and green dress with a touch of yellow. Without Don Ramón and without Quico, but with characters like La Popis (Florinda Meza) with two pigtails (she originally wore ponytails with a bow).

The 1980s Televisa TV show was simply called Chespirito and included numerous sketches such as: El Chavo —The Boy / The Kid of Number Eight—, El Chapulín Colorado —The Red Grasshopper—, Los Caquitos —The Little Thieves— (Botija, El Chómpiras, La Chimoltrufia), Los Chifladitos —The Little Crazies— (Lucas Tañeda and Chaparrón Bonaparte), El Doctor Chapatín —Dr. Chapatin—, El Gordo y El Flaco —The Fat and the Skinny—, and so on.

If I recall correctly, I used to watch the TV show with my late grandmother every Friday night on channel 2, maybe before “Cachún cachún ra ra” (a famous but not so famous 80s TV show). And eventually, the show focused solely on the Los Caquitos segment and their adventures working at a hotel where La Maruja also worked (the only adult joke in the show I can recall… it took me decades to understand it, lol). This chespirito not really on purpose review aims to highlight these connections to our collective past as lots of people still use phrases in Spanish like “no hay de queso, nomás de papa”..

The character introductions were exceptional. The most accurate comment I read on social media was about the incredible resemblance between Andrea Noli and Angelines Fernández, “La bruja del 71” —The Witch of 71—. The Horacio Gómez (the famous “Godinez” from The Kid of Number Eight) character was the only actor who doesn’t really resemble to Roberto’s brother.

And regarding the actors, it was a pleasant surprise to see Macarena García in the role of young Graciela Fernández, Chespirito’s first wife. We’ll be eager to see how her story unfolds in chespirito: not really on purpose episode (season 1, episode 2) and beyond.

Plot Development and Initial Conflicts

One dumb criticism I read on Twitter / X is that the first episode is an excellent example of “self-improvement.” Well, so what? Roberto grows, just like everyone does; he starts working (like everyone), he falls in love (like everyone), and he decides to pursue his dream (like everyone a few).

The main conflict is about being an obedient son, a “useful” young man with a stable job, or being the “rebel” who abandons everything to seek the impossible: making people laugh. Not fame nor wealth: he was just looking for laughs.

The narrative is agile and dynamic, using flashbacks that keep the viewer’s attention. Also on Twitter / X, I read a criticism from someone who “didn’t understand the flashbacks,” which seems pretty ridiculous considering that every single flashback indicates the current place (Mexico City) and the year.

In this first episode, “Cobbler, Stick to thy Last” (Zapatero a tus zapatos) we go from Roberto Gómez Bolaños’ childhood in a middle-class family in Mexico City (in Mexico they’d be “lower middle-class” as they can’t afford that new household appliance called TV), to his young adulthood as a factory worker, to his arrival as a writer at an advertising agency, and the beginning of the television fame that marked millions of Mexican and Latin American childhoods, just like mine. The chespirito: not really on purpose series truly shows this journey.

Technical Aspects: Direction, Cinematography, Soundtrack

The production quality is impeccable. The costumes, the hairstyles, the ever-present tobacco cigarette. The cinematography with cheerful colors, the Mexico City’s old buildings from the 50s, the cars. And regarding the soundtrack, I’ll just mention the mambo dance!

Episode 1 Verdict (No Spoilers)

My first impression is:

I loved it.

Period.

It’s no wonder the episode is already the most viewed in the top 10 on Max. It landed as number 7, but I’m pretty sure every single episode (there’ll be 8, and I guess it’ll be 1 season and that’s it) will reach the number 1 spot. The strong chespirito hbo max performance indicates its popularity. Even if they don’t like the series, or even if they don’t like the original TV show, people are watching the HBO MAX original production.

Portada de la serie Chespirito: Sin Querer Queriendo en la aplicación de HBO Max Android. Reseña del primer capítulo sin spoilers. Cover of the series Chespirito: Sin Querer Queriendo on the HBO Max Android app. Spoiler-free review of the first episode.
The “Chespirito: Not Really On Purpose” biopic series is now available on HBO Max.

I won’t reveal any plot details, because there’s nothing more annoying than visiting Instagram just to read that your (now former) friend complains about “who didn’t get to sit on the Iron Throne” in Game of Thrones… But I will say that the Chespirito Not Really on Purpose series met my expectations. Right from the start, it pays a heartwarming tribute to our so called Mexican Shakespeare. The general chespirito review online seems to be positive for people who know what’s a flash forward and a flashback.

Is it worth watching? Absolutely.

Have you watched the first episode yet? Leave your comment below!

Share this spoiler-free review if you found it helpful.

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Main cast

Guests: María Antonieta de las Nieves & Édgar Vivar.

Andrea Noli: Angelines Fernández

Arturo Barba: Rubén Aguirre​

Barbara López: Margarita Ruíz​ (Florinda Meza)

Eugenio Bartilotti: Édgar Vivar​

Ilian Emilio Gallea Ballesteros: Roberto Gómez Fernández

Jesusa Ochoa: Graciela Gómez

Jorge Luis Moreno: Horacio Gómez Bolaños​

Macarena García: Graciela Fernández (Joven)​

Miguel Islas: Ramón Valdés​

Nina Rubín: Marcela Gómez Fernandez

Óscar Narváez: Raúl “Chato” Padilla​

Pablo Cruz Guerrero: Roberto Gómez Bolaños​

Paola Montes de Oca: María Antonieta de las Nieves​

Paulina Dávila: Graciela Fernández​

Roberto Gómez Fernández: Francisco Gómez Linares

Read my analysis on the Quixotization of Sancho Panza and Sanchification of Don Quixote.

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Lilo and Stitch live action

02/06/2025
Película Lilo y Stitch live action. Lilo and Stitch live action movie

Lilo and Stitch Live Action: Review and Thoughts (I Loved It!)

Yesterday, I went to the theater to watch Lilo and Stitch live action, Disney’s new movie, and it pleasantly surprised me! Though I’m usually not a fan of remakes, this live-action adaptation won me over.

Why Was This My First Disney Live-Action Film?

I’ve always avoided Disney live-action films because I felt they could “ruin” my childhood memories. Seeing Cinderella played by an actress who also portrayed Pamela Anderson? No, thanks. Not even Hermione Granger as Belle convinced me. But Lilo and Stitch live action was the exception.

Ever since I saw Stitch running in the Super Bowl ad (brilliant marketing!), I knew I had to watch it. And I don’t regret it.

How Faithful Is the Lilo and Stitch Live-Action Adaptation?

  • True to the original spirit: Though there are changes (no spoilers!), the heart of Ohana, family, and friendship remains intact.
  • New characters: Two female additions refresh the story without feeling forced.
  • Effects and animation: Stitch looks incredible, blending real actors with high-quality CGI.
  • Criticisms: Some on social media question one of Nani’s decisions, but I found it logical.

Is It Worth Watching in 4DX and 3D?

Absolutely! 4DX cinema brings the action scenes and Hawaiian landscapes to life. If you’re used to this format, watching Lilo and Stitch live action in standard version just won’t compare.

Would I Recommend Lilo and Stitch Live Action?

Yes! It’s a family-friendly movie with humor, fantasy, and lots of heart. If you grew up with animated Stitch, give it a chance. Just bring tissues —nostalgia hits hard!

18 Years of TodoMePasa

Today marks 18 years since this blog began. Yesterday, I could’ve voted in Mexico’s 2025 Federal Judicial Election, but only my husband and I went. It was hilarious because I wore my Claudia Sheinbaum cap, and an INE volunteer politely asked me to “take it off a little” lol. Good thing I didn’t wear a themed shirt, or I’d have ended up like Alex Marín’s wife (now Alejandro N.)…

Seolic Tales: Literary Horror and the Legacy of Sheol

16/06/2025
Invitación a la presentación del libro 'Cuentos Seólicos Antología' con un cuento de Jéssica de la Portilla Montaño. Viernes 13 de junio a las 18:00 h en el Salón Morelos, Casa de Cultura Jesús Reyes Heroles, Coyoacán. Participan: Teresa Cervantes y Alicia Flores Morales. Invitation to the book presentation of "Seolic Tales Anthology" featuring a story by Jéssica de la Portilla Montaño. Friday, June 13th at 6:00 p.m. in the Morelos Room, Jesús Reyes Heroles Cultural Center, Coyoacán. Participants: Teresa Cervantes and Alicia Flores Morales.

📚 You’re Invited to the Book Launch of Seolic Tales!

Read my latest short story before anyone else:

“Fue el diablo” by Jéssica de la Portilla Montaño.


📅 Friday, June 13th | 🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Salón Morelos, Casa de Cultura Jesús Reyes Heroles (Av. Francisco Sosa 202, Santa Catarina, Coyoacán, Mexico City).
🎤 Featuring: Teresa Cervantes and Alicia Flores Morales.
🎉 Copies will be available! #Literature #SeolicTales


Seolic Tales: Literary Horror and the Legacy of Sheol

The term Sheol (or Seol) originates from Hebrew, appearing in the Bible to denote hell, the abyss, or simply the dwelling place of the dead. We’ve borrowed this word to title this collection of narratives, as each story carries shades of darkness and twists of torment or unease. Whether realist —where “hell is other people”— or fantastical and supernatural, Seolic Tales offers a reading experience where the protagonists confront a conflict known for centuries: humanity’s encounter with its own Hades. This anthology features thirteen sharp-witted short story writers of diverse styles and generations. They approach horror with unflinching suspense and mysterious literary devices. Ghosts and apparitions intrude without warning, alongside unsettling themes that awaken latent fears. Yet, throughout, there is poetry, imagination, emotion, and surprise —beyond the terror they may evoke. The settings and plots are multifaceted, weaving together a world of possibilities, real or imagined, that will astonish readers through uncharted paths.

Abraham Téllez España and Ana Segovia Camelo,

Augural Ediciones.

List of Authors in Seolic Tales:

TALEAUTHOR
Calabaza ganadoraPaola Molina Palafox
OrfeaLisa Owen
Un nido infalibleAbraham Téllez España
Tenis azulesMartha Elena Lucero Sánchez
Fue el diabloJéssica de la Portilla Montaño
DespertaresAna Segovia Camelo
Entretenimiento para todas las edadesEnrique Urbina
La lagartijaMarco Ulises Emeséta
CrianzaLaura G. Eguiarte
Danny DiezdedosCésar García Zúñiga
PelusaManuel Barroso
CinocéfaloEmilio Contreras

Latin American Flash Fiction Anthology

25/05/2025
Cuento 'Blues para todos mis sueños' de Héctor Juárez Lorencilla en la antología Cuéntame un Blues, Antología de minificciones (La Tinta del Silencio). Latin American flash fiction by Mexican writer Héctor Juárez Lorencilla.

Latin American Flash Fiction Anthology: Cuéntame un Blues

BLUES FOR ALL MY DREAMS


Héctor Juárez Lorencilla.

I sink into the armchair, close my eyes, and let the Best of Blues mp3 wash over me. Ella Fitzgerald, Bessie Smith, Sonny Boy Williamson, Muddy Waters, Memphis Slim…
Each song paints a new scene. I see myself with a cigar and a whiskey glass in some noir-toned nightclub. Then, another track transports me —I’m fighting mobsters with a shotgun beside Elliot Ness. Marvelous! My favorite tune plays, and suddenly I’m in a Parisian battle, dragging a wounded soldier alongside Clint Eastwood…
Then my boss barks at me to guard the warehouse and lock the main gate.
I close my eyes again: now I’m distilling moonshine to survive the night.

 

This story is part of the book:

Latin American Flash Fiction: Cuéntame un Blues

from the Blue Cat Collection (fiction series) by La Tinta del Silencio Press.
Edited and designed by Anaïs Blues and Luis Flores Ramos, who also wrote the foreword.
Featuring flash fictions by Mexican writers like Ulises Paniagua, Mariano F. Whatle, and José Luis Zárate.

My Flash Fiction Podcasts on Amazon Music

24/05/2025
Mis minificciones 'Habilidades para la vida', 'Del país o de importación' y 'Encantador de fieras' en Amazon Music, narradas por Cristina Urías. My microfictions 'Life Skills', 'From Home or Imported' and 'Beast Charmer' on Amazon Music, narrated by Cristina Urías.

My Flash Fiction Podcasts on Amazon Music

 

Years ago, my flash fiction piece “Blue Devils” was published in the book Cuéntame un Blues: Antología de minificciones (La Tinta del Silencio Press). It shared pages with “Blues para todos mis sueños” —the debut literary work of Héctor Juárez Lorencilla (my husband!), who got published on his very first try (lucky him, right?).

🔗 Read our tales in Spanish my review of the “Cuéntame un Blues” anthology.

 

My flash fiction as Podcasts: Now on… Amazon Music

 

Listening my own tales in a podcast was surreal. Read them here in Spanish:

  • “Del país o de importación” and“Habilidades para la vida” (from the Antología Virtual de Minificción Mexicana) aired on En su tinta MX (IMRT radio).

  •  “Encantador de fieras“ (from my circus-themed series Vamos al circo for Prosa Nostra) also found their voice.

🎧 While the original links are gone, you can now listen my tales on Amazon Music (narrated by Cristina Urías & Rubén Esponda).

(Loved them? Tag me on social media!)

Scapula: The Back Bone (Not “Homoplato” but “Omóplato” in Spanish) | Definition & Anatomy

17/06/2025
Foto de una mano señalando el omóplato (no homoplato) en la espalda superior. Photo of a hand pointing at the shoulder blade or scapula (not homoplato) on the upper back.

Scapula: The Back Bone (Not “Homoplato” but “Omóplato” in Spanish) | Definition & Anatomy

Lee este texto en español: Omóplato: El Hueso de la Espalda (No “Homoplato”) | Definición y Anatomía

The Back Bone (Not “Homoplato”) | Definition & Anatomy

If you’re searching for ‘homoplato’ or ‘omóplato’, you’ve come to the right place. The correct term for this back bone is the scapula, also widely known as the shoulder blade.

Here, we’ll explain what the scapula is, its key functions, and why confusion with terms like “homoplato” is so common.

The Real Shoulder Blade of the Back

The shoulder blade is the flat, triangular bone located in the upper back, behind the shoulder. It’s sometimes informally called a “wing bone” or “chicken wing” due to its shape.

Its primary function is to connect the arm to the torso, enabling a wide range of shoulder movements. It’s a fundamental part of human anatomy.

In Spanish, the correct term is “omóplato” (without an initial ‘h’).

The Spanish word ‘omóplato’ comes from the Greek ‘omos’ (shoulder) and ‘platys’ (wide/flat), hence its description. You can verify its precise definition in the RAE dictionary.

The SEP’s Error: When “Homoplato” Slipped into Textbooks

A notable fact is that the term “homoplato” (with an initial ‘h’) appeared in some free textbooks from Mexico’s Secretariat of Public Education (SEP), specifically in the Third Grade Natural Sciences textbook (Block I, page 14 in certain editions). I even took photos as evidence of this serious editorial oversight.

Error 'homóplato' en libro de la SEP. Spanish lessons: omóplato (shoulder blade)
The correct spelling is ‘omóplato’, even if the SEP published otherwise. Errors in their free textbooks.

This error caused confusion and was widely noted, as the correct and recognized form in both anatomy and the Spanish language is “omóplato”. Such typos highlight the importance of careful review in educational materials.

Similar Words That Do Exist

While “omóplato con h” (homoplato) is not a valid word, the prefix “homo-” (meaning ‘same’ or ‘similar’) is correctly used in many other words. For example:

  • Homonym: Words that sound or are spelled the same but have different meanings (e.g., “hi” and “high”).
  • Homogeneous: Having the same nature or composition.

It’s important to differentiate these valid words from the incorrect use.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do you spell “omóplato”?
It’s spelled “omóplato” in Spanish, without an initial “h”.

What bone is the “omóplato”?
The “omóplato” is the flat, triangular bone located in the upper back, just behind the shoulder. It is also known as shoulder blade.

What is the function of the “omóplato”?
The “omóplato” connects the arm to the torso, allowing for a wide range of shoulder and arm movements for various actions.

How do you say “omóplato” in English?

In English, the “omóplato” is commonly known as the shoulder blade.

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