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 Valen...
Jul 19, 2023•4 min
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 ...
Sep 26, 2022•45 min
:) You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at DesperadoRadio.com . Mentioned in this episode: Episodes of Levian begin releasing June 16th, 2025. You can listen to the pilot episode now wherever you get your podcasts.
Aug 15, 2022•8 min
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 – Ta...
Aug 08, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 8
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 De...
Aug 01, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 7
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 B...
Jul 25, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 6
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. Di...
Jul 11, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 5
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 S...
Jul 04, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 4
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 - Sam...
Jun 27, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 3
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...
Jun 20, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 2
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 . Credit...
Jun 13, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 1
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.
Jun 09, 2022•8 min
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...
May 31, 2022•1 min
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 Mentioned in this episode: Episodes of Levian begin releasing June 16th, 2025. You can listen to the pilot episode now wherever you ge...
Oct 25, 2021•8 min
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.
Jun 16, 2021•30 sec
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 . Mentioned in this episode: Episodes of Levian begin releasing June 16th, 2025. You can listen to the pilot episode now wherever you get your podcasts.
Jun 07, 2021•42 min
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 - Ca...
May 10, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 15
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 Mentioned in this episode: Episodes of Levian begin releasing June 16th, 2025. You can listen to the pil...
Mar 16, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 14
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 Menti...
Jan 28, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 13
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 Traditi...
Dec 10, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 12
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 ...
Nov 18, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 11
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 ...
Oct 08, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 10
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 Mentioned in this episode: Episodes of Levian begin releasing June 16th, 2025. You can listen to the pilot episode now wherever you get your podcasts....
Aug 25, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 9
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"...
Jul 16, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 8
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://yout...
Jul 09, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 7
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 Mentioned in this episode: Episodes of...
Jul 09, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 6
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/q3lnxYo...
Jul 09, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 5
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/2ctusgO...
Jul 09, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 4
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 Sam...
Jul 09, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 3
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 - K...
Jul 09, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 2
