Desperado
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Creator: Samy Souissi | Hug House Productions
Urban fantasy Audio Drama
Synopsis:
Blood magic, Voodoo magic, old gods, new gods: We've got it all! Follow the story of misfits from all over the world, as they try to survive and protect their heritage from modern-day crusaders. Created by Samy Souissi.
Format: Audio Drama
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Genres: Urban fantasy
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From the Creator of Desperado: Levian
Wed, 19 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0500
Levian is an upcoming high fantasy podcast brought to you by Samy Souissi (Desperado) and Hug House Productions. We are currently CROWDFUNDING for the production of Levian on Indiegogo! You can support this upcoming show by going to https://igg.me/at/levian-podcast/.
After his sister’s betrayal forced him into exile, Lord Valentin Tellari must now face the deadly ocean that rages against the Drumming Isles. But neither storms nor leviathans will smother the vengeful fire that burns within Valentin. He will not know rest until he has reclaimed what is rightfully his.
You can find out more about the show, including full transcripts, at https://levianpod.com/.
Come hither, listener...
The Rise of Tempest Jahan (Live)
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500
For this exclusive live-show performed at the London Podcast Festival, we’ve prepared a self-contained story within the Desperado universe. We’re forcing open the doors to the Royal College, for you to witness the rise of Tempest Jahan, reigning Witch-Queen of the United Kingdoms!
Content Warnings: Blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Interviewer - Samy Souissi
- Tempest Jahan - Safiyya Ingar
- Neha Jahan - Lauren Santana
- Damon Sallow - Felix Trench
- Crown's Evaluator - Erika Sanderson
Mon, 15 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0500
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You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0500
A long, long road-trip, comes to an end.
Content Warnings: Blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi. Dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock.
- Elio – Samy Souissi
- Shinji – Tibet Boyer
- Talia – Tami Ige
- Asher – Patrick Hutcherson
- La Catrina – Carolina Hoyos
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Tempest – Safiyya Ingar
- Caleb – Rhys Downing
- Roxanne – Addigale Stewart
- Tsyia – Robin Regalado
- Academy Evaluator – Sarah Passos
- Joan – Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Nessa – Georgia McKenzie
- Cece – Mei Konishi
- Father Christopher – Ray O’Hare
- The Holy Emperor – Alec Simmons
Soundtrack:
- Omens – Morgan Nichols
Mon, 01 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0500
The search for Elio draws to a close, while Talia and the Baron kick a wasps' nest in New Orlean.
Also, check out the trailer for an upcoming audio drama we think you'll love: Beneath Our Feet.
Content Warnings: Blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi. Dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock.
- Elio – Samy Souissi
- Shinji – Tibet Boyer
- Talia – Tami Ige
- Asher – Patrick Hutcherson
- La Catrina – Carolina Hoyos
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Tempest – Safiyya Ingar
- Caleb – Rhys Downing
- Roxanne – Addigale Stewart
- Tsyia – Robin Regalado
- Academy Evaluator – Sarah Passos
- Joan – Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Nessa – Georgia McKenzie
- Cece – Mei Konishi
- Father Christopher – Ray O’Hare
Soundtrack:
- Omens – Morgan Nichols
Mon, 25 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0500
Joan faces a new challenge, Shinji witnesses a masterclass in small talk, and Talia receives a compliment.
Content Warnings: Blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi. Dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Asher - Patrick Hutcherson
- La Catrina - Carolina Hoyos
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Tempest - Safiyya Ingar
- Caleb - Rhys Downing
- Roxanne - Addigale Stewart
- Tsyia - Robin Regalado
- Academy Evaluator - Sarah Passos
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Nessa - Georgia McKenzie
- Cece - Mei Konishi
- Father Christopher - Ray O'Hare
Soundtrack:
- Omens - Morgan Nichols
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0500
With his newfound allies, Shinji goes looking for Elio. Joan makes an interesting discovery, and danger gets a little closer.
Content Warnings: Blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi. Dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Asher - Patrick Hutcherson
- La Catrina - Carolina Hoyos
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Tempest - Safiyya Ingar
- Caleb - Rhys Downing
- Roxanne - Addigale Stewart
- Tsyia - Robin Regalado
- Academy Evaluator - Sarah Passos
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Nessa - Georgia McKenzie
- Cece - Mei Konishi
- Father Christopher - Ray O'Hare
Soundtrack:
- Omens - Morgan Nichols
Mon, 04 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0500
Joan is slowly recovering from her wounds. Shinji tracks down the demon summoned in the penitentiary and Talia follows the sound of singing.
Content Warnings: Blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi. Dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Asher - Patrick Hutcherson
- La Catrina - Carolina Hoyos
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Tempest - Safiyya Ingar
- Caleb - Rhys Downing
- Roxanne - Addigale Stewart
- Tsyia - Robin Regalado
- Academy Evaluator - Sarah Passos
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Nessa - Georgia McKenzie
- Cece - Mei Konishi
- Father Christopher - Ray O'Hare
Soundtrack:
- Omens - Morgan Nichols
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0500
An ocean is crossed, a plan is whispered, and like always, it starts in Florida.
Content Warnings: Blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi. Dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Asher - Patrick Hutcherson
- La Catrina - Carolina Hoyos
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Tempest - Safiyya Ingar
- Caleb - Rhys Downing
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Nessa - Georgia McKenzie
- Cece - Mei Konishi
- King Thomas - Alex Stewart
- Edward Marlow - Felix Trench
- Father Christopher - Ray O'Hare
- Steve - Samuel Humphrey
Soundtrack:
- Omens - Morgan Nichols
Mon, 20 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0500
A strange rumor is spreading across America. While on the other side of the ocean, three gods awaken in the Queen’s castle. Now is the time to deal with them.
Content Warnings: Blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Asher - Patrick Hutcherson
- La Catrina - Carolina Hoyos
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Tempest - Safiyya Ingar
- Caleb - Rhys Downing
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Nessa - Georgia McKenzie
- Cece - Mei Konishi
- King Thomas - Alex Stewart
Soundtrack:
- Omens - Morgan Nichols
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500
Lightning struck, and its survivors are left to piece themselves back together. The wind wails, the ocean writhe. From the corpse of a storm blooms another.
Content Warnings: Mentions of blood, violence, murder, drowning, alcohol, smoking, drugs, gunshots, injuries, racism, slavery and religious trauma. Some episodes may contain driving sounds so we advise against listening while in a car.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Asher - Patrick Hutcherson
- La Catrina - Carolina Hoyos
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Tempest - Safiyya Ingar
- Caleb - Rhys Downing
Soundtrack:
- Druids of The Witchwood - Morgan Nichols
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0500
Season 2 of Desperado is near, so we thought you might need a refresher course in Season 1!
Episode 1 of Season 2 will release on June 13th, 2022.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
Tue, 31 May 2022 16:00:29 -0500
Check out the final trailer for Season 2 of Desperado, which launches June 13th, 2022!
Our show follows 3 characters, each chosen by the god of Death of their respective culture (Mexican, Japanese, Haïtian), as their powers awaken.
Hunted down and driven away from their homes, they’ll unite forces under one objective: take down the Old Man In The Sky, the deity from which all crusaders draw their powers.
To survive, they’ll have to become God Killers.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Mon, 25 Oct 2021 14:32:34 -0500
This episode is part of Acast's Audio Fiction Week in conjunction with Hello Humans, Oblivity and Gather the Suspects. Find out more with the hashtag #AcastAudioFictionWeek.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:37:48 -0500
An all new trailer for the first season, whether you’re listening for the first time or the fifth.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 13:32:19 -0500
Join us for a very special bonus episode where (hopefully) all your questions about Desperado will be answered.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Mon, 10 May 2021 12:54:32 -0500
To rescue Elio from the demon locked inside the safehouse, Talia gave up her body to obtain Samedi’s help. Down in the basement, they found Elio infected with the red plague and must now act quick to retrieve Catrina once and for all.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
- Zylla - Caroline Mincks
- Joan – Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Asher - Patrick Hutcherson
Additional voice work by A.R. Olivieri, Tal Minear, and Brad Colbrook.
1.14: Haz Lo Que Tengas Que Hacer
Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:52:07 -0500
In this penultimate episode, Elio is determined to prove himself, and summons a demon within the hideout.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
- Alma - Marina Persephone Amarante
Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:14:35 -0500
Elio is on a slow path to recovery. Shinji revealed his true name to Asher, and Talia decided to confront Samedi once and for all, summoning him with only a lit cigarette for offering.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
- Baron Samedi – AJ Bediako
- Joan – Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Asher - Patrick Hutchinson
Thu, 10 Dec 2020 18:04:17 -0500
Elio captured and the goddess removed from his body. Talia found and rescued, but now weak and fragile. And Shinji nowhere to be found...
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
- Asher - Patrick Hutchinson
- Zylla - Caroline Mincks
Soundtrack:
- Royalty Free Epic Middle Eastern War Music - Escape From Hell
- Traditional Middle Eastern Royalty Free Oud Music - Oud Sphere
- Royalty Free ambient music to meditate or Sleep - Aurora
- Nick Froud - Breaking Sky
Wed, 18 Nov 2020 14:40:45 -0500
Elio captured. Talia in hospital, and Shinji nowhere to be found…
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
- Asher - Patrick Hutchinson
Additional voice work by Sarah Passos and Caroline Mincks.
Soundtrack:
- Warlock - Ansia Orchestra Aurora - Relaxing Space
- Ambient music to Meditate or Sleep Emotional Mystic Flute Type Pop R&B Hip Hop Beat Instrumental - JUST BE
- Tense Cinematic Instrumental Ambient Music - Free Music by Argsound
- Druids of The Witchwood – By Morgan Nichol
Thu, 08 Oct 2020 12:57:48 -0500
Elio, Shinji and Talia have officially became part of the Nova circus! Where they met friends and mentors and made themselves a home, for the price of a broken nose and an allegedly sprained ankle. But after 3 months amongst family, the circus had to move again, and they, of course, followed. To London.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Marcus - Owen Gardiner
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
Soundtrack:
- Reggaeton x Club Type Beat 2020 - Baila _ Free Reggaeton Type Beat _ Club Instrumental
- Emotional Mystic Flute Type Pop R&B Hip Hop Beat Instrumental - JUST BE
- Ethereal dream - Dox (free music, royalty free)
- Legacy - Angry Violin Free Beat
- (Free) Horror Ambiance - Ominous Background Music
Mon, 24 Aug 2020 20:08:11 -0500
As they're settling down with the circus, Elio, Shinji and Talia prepare to meet their new masters.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
Thu, 16 Jul 2020 17:59:49 -0500
As Shinji wakes up, he meets a kindred spirit amongst the people of the circus. Talia and Elio finally agree to share their story, and Marcus offers them a proper welcome.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Leo - Femi Adebowale
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
Soundtrack:
- (Free) J Balvin x Dancehall Reggaeton Type Beat 2019 - "Mamacita" | Isa Torres x Taylor C.
- Warrior Women - Epic Journey
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 19:32:13 -0500
Joan and her team pursue their investigation while Talia, Elio and Shinji try to stay low. Despite Marcus' best efforts, he struggles to gain their trust.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Leo - Femi Adebowale
- Marcus - Owen Gardiner
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
Soundtrack:
- Nomadic sunset - Royalty free celtic music: https://youtu.be/AyWTNZJqEDA
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 19:29:42 -0500
Where we learn about schools of magic, falling with style, and dodging investigators' question.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Marcus - Owen Gardiner
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
Soundtrack:
- The Mysterious Island - Steven O'Brien
- Desert Caravan - Aaron Kenny
- E's Jammy Jam - Soul and Mind
1.5: Three Death Gods On A Boat
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 19:02:48 -0500
Having defeated the inquisitor that chased them all the way to the shores of Mexico, our three heroes now embark on a ship sailing to Europe.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Samar - Kawtar Morchadi
Soundtrack:
- Mystery - Gosoundtrack: https://youtu.be/8TKy9bzrk24
- Desert Caravan - Youtube audio library https://youtu.be/q3lnxYoXmn0
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 18:51:32 -0500
Elio, Shinji, and Talia are all on the way to the rendezvous point, but before they can board the ship to freedom, a final obstacle will stand in their way.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Joan - Emma Blacklay-Piech
Soundtrack:
- Epic Drums and Percussions - Drums of War - Royalty freiday number four : https://youtu.be/2ctusgOAvDo
- Epic Music - Rapture - Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/vja87ZXejyk
1.3: Old Souls Like To Bargain
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 18:47:44 -0500
Day 3 of recording. Two years ago, as a storm raged on Haïti, a young woman opened her eyes in her hospital bed. Next to her was the spirit that saved her life, and with him a choice to make. A deal to seal.
How much can you bargain for when you already have a foot on the other side?
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Talia - Tami Ige
- Baron Samedi - AJ Bediako
Soundtrack:
- Music Upbeat Jazz Music - Ross Bugden : https://youtu.be/wnPLbKmYCKQ
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 14:44:13 -0500
It is day 2 of recording and time for us to meet the 2nd of 3. The traveler from Japan who became a brother to me, and saved my life countless times in the past.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
- Shinji - Tibet Boyer
- Kasumi - Sarah Passos
Soundtrack:
- Cherry Blossom, Traditional music of Japan, classical Koto music: https://youtu.be/AK51LblcEOw
- Anxiety - Horror - Kevin Macleod: https://youtu.be/GF19XLJcnHw
- Epic Chase - Ross Bugden : https://youtu.be/ujsCRw-eA0o
- No copyright Jazz type Beat "bread, prob" by Lukrembo: https://youtu.be/6eWIffP2M3Y
1.1: Something Older Than Mexico
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 13:51:35 -0500
Blood magic, Voodoo magic, old gods, new gods: We've got it all! Follow the story of misfits from all over the world, as they try to survive and protect their heritage from modern-day crusader. Join us for this first chapter, where a hunted man stumbles onto the ruins of something older than Mexico, and awaken a Goddess from her slumber.
You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.
Credits:
Written and produced by Samy Souissi.
- Elio - Samy Souissi
Soundtrack:
- The mysterious Island - Steven O'brien https://youtu.be/PrQGnhaRaX4