The discussion centered on the phrase Get your teeth out and the ongoing invitation of a comedian whose past remarks sparked transphobic backlash. Patricia Sornosa shared a new tweet aimed at people who identify as queer from her Twitter account, a move that drew heavy criticism after a podcast hosted by Victoria Martín and Carolina Iglesias.
The comedian acknowledged the discomfort, saying, I received many messages from offended people lately and I need to address it, and that correction would follow. A photo showed a crossed-out expression paired with the phrase hotel host, accompanied by a comment that touched on sexual ideology: My neighbors received a kiss that won’t stop crying, it’s out queer.
The controversy appears to trace back to a segment of the summer edition of Grow Gum, which announced a new chapter featuring Patricia Sornosa, a theatre director known for outspoken statements about Trans Law. One post suggested provocative ideas about gender and pronouns, implying that such moves could end oppression for women.
In another tweet, Sornosa questioned how to determine a baby’s gender during ultrasound, suggesting it should be inferred from hand movements, facial expressions, or even accessories, rather than a direct look at anatomy, a stance critics called transphobic.
Following the backlash, Carolina Iglesias and Victoria Martín issued a public statement from the Grow Gum account. They emphasized the show’s diverse guest roster and topics, noting discussions on sexuality, racism, gender identity, feminism, motherhood, and bullying. They stressed a commitment to the LGTBIQ+ community, and reiterated that this commitment has guided the program for two and a half years.
The statement also asserted that there is no room for hate speech in any Grow Gum program, and that comedians will continue to drive inclusive, varied humor while keeping the space safe for everyone, including trans people who are supported in both the series and daily life. This message was met with mixed reactions from social media users who recalled Sornosa’s past posts.
The debate continues into the latest week, with Sornosa’s newest tweet adding fuel to the fire and drawing further criticism from online communities. Critics like Borja Terán note that the incident deepens the image crisis among Sornosa’s allies on Grow Gum.