Spanish TV Host Manu Sánchez Speaks Out Against Hate
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Spanish TV presenter Manu Sánchez has spoken out against hate during a monologue on his show 'El perro andaluz', broadcast on TVE.
In the speech, Sánchez said: "Hate is the tool of the foolish." His words came after he faced a wave of online attacks.
The attacks were connected to comments Sánchez made about Ceuta, a Spanish city in North Africa. He said the criticism became very intense.
Sánchez accused his critics of using manipulation to twist his words. He said the attacks "drew blood," meaning they caused him real harm.
During his monologue, Sánchez also spoke about love. He said love is more powerful than hate, but hate often makes more noise and gets more attention.
His speech received strong applause from the studio audience. Many viewers online also praised his words after the show aired.
'El perro andaluz' is known for mixing entertainment with social commentary. Sánchez often uses the show to share his opinions on current events.
This is not the first time a public figure in Spain has faced online attacks after speaking about sensitive political topics like Ceuta, which borders Morocco and has faced tension in the past.
Sánchez's monologue has been widely shared on social media, with many people discussing the message about choosing love over hate.
Vocabulary7 words
- monologue
- a long speech given by one person
- foolish
- not smart; acting without thinking
- critics
- people who say bad things about someone or something
- manipulation
- controlling or tricking people's opinions
- applause
- clapping to show approval
- commentary
- spoken opinions or comments about events
- tension
- a feeling of conflict or stress between groups
Quiz
Answer key
1. On 'El perro andaluz' on TVE 2. Using manipulation 3. Hate makes more noise
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Play the audio again and fill in the missing words as you listen.
Spanish TV presenter Manu Sánchez has spoken out against _____ during a monologue on his show.
In the speech, Sánchez said: "Hate is the tool of the _____."
His words came after he faced a wave of online _____.
The attacks were connected to comments Sánchez made about _____.
Sánchez accused his critics of using _____ to twist his words.
He said the attacks "drew _____," meaning they caused him real harm.
He said love is more _____ than hate.
But hate often makes more _____ and gets more attention.
His speech received strong _____ from the studio audience.
'El perro andaluz' is known for mixing entertainment with social _____.