reVolver Podcasts Unveils "Prueba de Fe" and "Escándalos": A Bold Fusion of Faith, Fiction, and Controversy
DALLAS, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- reVolver Podcasts, the premier destination for top-tier Spanish-language audio content in the U.S., announces the release of two powerful new scripted series: Prueba de Fe and Escándalos. Both shows are compelling, stand-alone anthologies that explore the extraordinary—one rooted in divine faith, the other in global intrigue.
Prueba de Fe ("Test of Faith") brings to life dramatized versions of the rare and rigorous Vatican-approved miracles required to canonize a saint. Each episode blends emotional storytelling with spiritual mystery, offering listeners an immersive journey into the miraculous. In contrast, Escándalos ("Scandals") dives into dramatized retellings of famous international controversies. From political corruption to celebrity downfall, every story is inspired by real events—with names changed, but the impact intact.
"These projects are unlike anything in the podcast space right now," said Jack Hobbs, President of reVolver Podcasts. "Whether it's the deeply spiritual nature of Prueba de Fe or the raw revelations in Escándalos, these series showcase our commitment to bringing bold, culturally resonant content to Latino audiences across the U.S."
Both series are produced by V.I.P. 2000 TV, Inc., distributed by World Media Pictures LLC, and Creation Services LLC, marking a milestone in cross-platform audio-visual storytelling. With the growing appetite for rich, serialized audio dramas in the Hispanic market, Prueba de Fe and Escándalos position reVolver Podcasts at the forefront of genre innovation.
reVolver Podcasts is a leading force in digital audio content, dedicated to providing diverse, innovative, and engaging podcasts across various genres. With a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, reVolver Podcasts continues to shape the future of digital storytelling, programming is free to millions of listeners in the U.S. and around the world across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, Deezer, iHeartRadio app, Amazon Music, available in the reVolver Podcasts App on Roku streaming devices and at www.revolverpodcasts.com.
About reVolver PodcastsreVolver Podcasts is the leading multicultural, audio-on-demand content creator and distributor in the U.S. Home to Erazno y La Chokolata, El Show de Piolín, The Shoboy Show, Panda Show - Picante, and Don Cheto Al Aire, plus more than 70 additional programs spanning sports, music, finance, entertainment, lifestyle, health and wellness, inspiration, news, branded content, and live events, distributed across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Deezer, Pandora, iHeartRadio app, Amazon Music, also available in the reVolver Podcasts App on Roku streaming devices and at reVolverPodcasts.com. For more information about the company, visit www.revolverpodcasts.com.
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