
Show overview
Desperado has been publishing since 2020, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 30 episodes, alongside 7 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 15 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a roughly quarterly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 20 min and 35 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Fiction show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 2.8 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. The busiest year was 2020, with 12 episodes published. Published by Samy Souissi | Hug House Productions.
From the publisher
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.
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From the Creator of Desperado: Levian
bonusLevian 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)
bonusFor 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

Season 2 Bloopers
bonus:) You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com.

S2 Ep 82.8: Lullaby
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 SouissiShinji – Tibet BoyerTalia – Tami IgeAsher – Patrick HutchersonLa Catrina – Carolina HoyosBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoTempest – Safiyya IngarCaleb – Rhys DowningRoxanne – Addigale StewartTsyia – Robin RegaladoAcademy Evaluator – Sarah PassosJoan – Emma Blacklay-PiechNessa – Georgia McKenzieCece – Mei KonishiFather Christopher – Ray O’HareThe Holy Emperor – Alec SimmonsSoundtrack:Omens – Morgan Nichols

S2 Ep 72.7: The Sunset In My Hand
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 SouissiShinji – Tibet BoyerTalia – Tami IgeAsher – Patrick HutchersonLa Catrina – Carolina HoyosBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoTempest – Safiyya IngarCaleb – Rhys DowningRoxanne – Addigale StewartTsyia – Robin RegaladoAcademy Evaluator – Sarah PassosJoan – Emma Blacklay-PiechNessa – Georgia McKenzieCece – Mei KonishiFather Christopher – Ray O’HareSoundtrack:Omens – Morgan Nichols

S2 Ep 62.6: The Path of Joy
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 SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeAsher - Patrick HutchersonLa Catrina - Carolina HoyosBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoTempest - Safiyya IngarCaleb - Rhys DowningRoxanne - Addigale StewartTsyia - Robin RegaladoAcademy Evaluator - Sarah PassosJoan - Emma Blacklay-PiechNessa - Georgia McKenzieCece - Mei KonishiFather Christopher - Ray O'HareSoundtrack:Omens - Morgan Nichols

S2 Ep 52.5: Hasty and Hostile
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 SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeAsher - Patrick HutchersonLa Catrina - Carolina HoyosBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoTempest - Safiyya IngarCaleb - Rhys DowningRoxanne - Addigale StewartTsyia - Robin RegaladoAcademy Evaluator - Sarah PassosJoan - Emma Blacklay-PiechNessa - Georgia McKenzieCece - Mei KonishiFather Christopher - Ray O'HareSoundtrack:Omens - Morgan Nichols

S2 Ep 42.4: Red Rivers
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 SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeAsher - Patrick HutchersonLa Catrina - Carolina HoyosBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoTempest - Safiyya IngarCaleb - Rhys DowningRoxanne - Addigale StewartTsyia - Robin RegaladoAcademy Evaluator - Sarah PassosJoan - Emma Blacklay-PiechNessa - Georgia McKenzieCece - Mei KonishiFather Christopher - Ray O'HareSoundtrack:Omens - Morgan Nichols

S2 Ep 32.3: The Dead Remember
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 SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeAsher - Patrick HutchersonLa Catrina - Carolina HoyosBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoTempest - Safiyya IngarCaleb - Rhys DowningJoan - Emma Blacklay-PiechNessa - Georgia McKenzieCece - Mei KonishiKing Thomas - Alex StewartEdward Marlow - Felix TrenchFather Christopher - Ray O'HareSteve - Samuel HumphreySoundtrackOmens - Morgan Nichols

S2 Ep 22.2: Homesick
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 SouissiElio - Samy SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeAsher - Patrick HutchersonLa Catrina - Carolina HoyosBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoTempest - Safiyya IngarCaleb - Rhys DowningJoan - Emma Blacklay-PiechNessa - Georgia McKenzieCece - Mei KonishiKing Thomas - Alex StewartSoundtrack:Omens - Morgan Nichols

S2 Ep 12.1: What Rhymes With Storms
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 SouissiElio - Samy SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeAsher - Patrick HutchersonLa Catrina - Carolina HoyosBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoTempest - Safiyya IngarCaleb - Rhys DowningSoundtrack:Druids of The Witchwood - Morgan Nichols

Season 2 Trailer
trailerCheck 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.

Demon Hunting For Dummies
bonusThis 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 SouissiSamar - Kawtar Morchadi

Season 1 Trailer
trailerAn 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.

Post Season 1 Q&A Episode
bonusJoin 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.

S1 Ep 151.15: The Gift of Rage
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 SouissiElio - Samy SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoSamar - Kawtar MorchadiZylla - Caroline MincksJoan – Emma Blacklay-PiechAsher - Patrick HutchersonAdditional voice work by A.R. Olivieri, Tal Minear, and Brad Colbrook.

S1 Ep 141.14: Haz Lo Que Tengas Que Hacer
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 SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoSamar - Kawtar MorchadiAlma - Marina Persephone Amarante

S1 Ep 131.13: Family Meeting
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 SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeSamar - Kawtar MorchadiBaron Samedi – AJ BediakoJoan – Emma Blacklay-PiechAsher - Patrick Hutchinson

S1 Ep 121.12: The Kyteler Temperature
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 SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeSamar - Kawtar MorchadiAsher - Patrick HutchinsonZylla - Caroline MincksSoundtrack:Royalty Free Epic Middle Eastern War Music - Escape From HellTraditional Middle Eastern Royalty Free Oud Music - Oud SphereRoyalty Free ambient music to meditate or Sleep - AuroraNick Froud - Breaking Sky

S1 Ep 111.11: In The Dark I Whisper
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 SouissiShinji - Tibet BoyerTalia - Tami IgeSamar - Kawtar MorchadiJoan - Emma Blacklay-PiechAsher - Patrick HutchinsonAdditional voice work by Sarah Passos and Caroline Mincks.Soundtrack:Warlock - Ansia Orchestra Aurora - Relaxing SpaceAmbient music to Meditate or Sleep Emotional Mystic Flute Type Pop R&B Hip Hop Beat Instrumental - JUST BETense Cinematic Instrumental Ambient Music - Free Music by ArgsoundDruids of The Witchwood – By Morgan Nichol