In a previous post, I allowed as how I thought machismo was more playacting than reality. Elguapo commented, saying that I have "only cursory access to the culture [as] an observer at [a] considerable distance where the cracks don't show." He went on to advise me to "keep it light and keep ... to [my] areas of expertise."

I must point out that Elguapo is one of my best friends.

I supported my argument with the assertion that bullfighters, as professional athletes, would naturally be risk-averse, to ensure continuity of income and career longevity.

Maybe I need to re-think this.