Sonoro Limited Series

As the New Year unfolds in El Salvador, Bryan and his peers foresee a grim fate: imminent arrest for their journalistic endeavors. Journalists specializing in gang violence, including Bryan, contemplate their futures in a country where their voices are increasingly silenced. Against the backdrop of authoritarianism, the stories of victims risk being drowned out by the oppressive silence. Learn mor...

In the wake of 67 murders on March 26, Nayib Bukele declares a 'state of exception' allowing arbitrary arrests based on suspicion alone. Legislation erodes fundamental rights, extending detention periods and criminalizing gang affiliation and press coverage. Journalists, including Bryan Avelar, face baseless accusations from Bukele-aligned officials and media, marking the onset of direct attacks o...

Ivette Toledo's case inspires a movement among mothers in the country. Together, they form a Search Block, offering support in the quest to locate their loved ones. Meanwhile, Bryan accompanies Ricardo, a father who ventures out nightly to seek for his dissapeared son. Despite Nayib Bukele's security initiatives, disappearances persist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

In February 2020, Nayib Bukele's dramatic entrance into the Legislative Assembly marked a turning point. Amidst his consolidation of authority, Ivette Toledo, a mother searching for her missing children, makes a courageous defiance against a system that revictimizes her search and her children. This symbolizes a pivotal moment in El Salvador's history, where the voice of the oppressed begins to ch...

Don Julio has been searching for his missing son since 2018. It is through his story that we learn about El Salvador's gang violence crisis permeating daily life. President Nayib Bukele's "Territorial Control Plan" aims to quell violence, but suspicions arise as disappearances persist despite declining homicide rates. Amidst the turmoil, Don Julio and countless others remain steadfast in their sea...

Following the censorship, Bryan faces threats and goes into hiding. Meanwhile, Daisy Aguirre, a working-class mother, tirelessly searches for her daughter Rina, who vanished under suspicious circumstances. The authorities' lack of action leaves Daisy to navigate her own search. The government's failures force citizens into independent searches, leading them to the Chalchuapa's crime scene looking...

Bryan obtains a leaked confession shedding light on Osorio's criminal methods, revealing his dark past. Determined to expose the truth, Factum's team publishes an article unveiling Osorio's modus operandi and challenging the government's narrative. Now, their efforts are met with censorship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In May 2021, the shocking discovery of a mass grave in Chalchuapa sends shockwaves through El Salvador. Former police officer Hugo Osorio is arrested in connection with the murders, and his subsequent confession implicates numerous accomplices. Journalist Bryan Avelar's exposé in Revista Factum sheds light on the gruesome details, prompting families to flock to Chalchuapa in search of missing love...

HUMO: Murder and Silence in El Salvador is an investigative series by Sonoro in collaboration with Revista Factum. Narrated by Salvadoran-American journalist Daniel Alvarenga, join us on a journey to unmask the roots of violence in El Salvador, which is plagued by gangs, corruption, and unsolved disappearances. Learn more about Sonoro: https://www.instagram.com/sonoropodcast/ https://www.tiktok.co...

After finding out something really frightening in the house, Ana’s in shock. Suddenly, she finds another tape and listens to it, discovering her family’s true past. Has she gone mad, or is Daniela's ghost real? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite the disturbing things that continue to happen in the house, Diego refuses to believe the story about Daniela's ghost, and decides to leave Ana with her madness. Ana discovers the truth about her twin sister. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ana goes by without getting any sleep. She goes to her father’s study and plays a tape recorder where she hears the voice of Daniela, who she believes is the ghost haunting the house. As she fears she might be going crazy, Ana gets more suspicious about Lourdes. Diego starts getting fed up with Ana’s state of mind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diego arrives at the house, and Ana tells him about the strange noises and voices she’s been hearing. Diego tries to convince her to leave with him, but she insists on staying to find out the truth. They both believe that Lourdes, the neighbor, is hiding something. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ana has spent the whole night without any sleep due to mysterious noises. After a chilling event with the TV, she finds another tape that uncovers a family story that leaves her scared and confused. The tension rises as she keeps hearing more noises and a voice calling her name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ana follows her therapist's advice to record her thoughts while cleaning the house, which is in worse condition than she had expected. As she wanders through the place, Ana discovers different tapes that reveal a series of dark and unknown secrets, including the existence of a supposed twin sister named Daniela. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ana’s still processing the agonizing death of her mother, which has been affecting not only her health and work, but also her relationship with her boyfriend Diego. At the same time that she has decided to seek for professional help, Ana receives an inheritance from her absent father, and accepts it as a way to face her past and regain control of her life. After her mother’s death, Ana finds out h...

Andy goes rogue and ends up in a dangerous situation - one that requires the entire Rangers force to help solve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A rash of arsons aimed at politicians leaves Eileen and Andy scrambling to find the culprit.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chicken Winner case breaks open when Eileen finally discovers who has been following her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eileen and Andy investigate an accident at a poultry factory and suspect malfeasance from the folks in charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eileen faces the repercussions from her incident with Micheal Carbonara. Ties between Eileen and Andy deepen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Ranger Eileen Castillo gets a blast from the past when a copycat killer reopens a closed case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With everything revealed, Joana must decide her fate and the fate of everyone who depends on her.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The shaman guides Joana through the desert towards safety — and a truth too unbelievable to face.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joana takes refuge in a small desert town while searching for the mysterious shaman.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices