The King of the Peso

A Father’s Legacy of Crime and Corruption

De: Louise Abbou

Narrado por: Harvey Guillén, Peter Stormare, Teresa Ruiz

Based on the memoir Pesos: The Rise and Fall of a Border Family by Pietro La Greca Jr. (a.k.a. Picho), this is a multigenerational story of loyalty, power, betrayal and love.

Step into the twisted universe of The King of the Peso, a pioneering Original series that blends intense storytelling with unparalleled immersion into a world of corruption on both sides of the border. Picho, voiced by the sagacious Harvey Guillén, serves as our guide through the intricate tapestry of frauds woven by his intimidating con man of a father, Pietro La Greca, played with captivating charm by the one and only Peter Stormare. Pietro, our suave protagonist, moves from one con to another, finally running Mexico’s biggest money laundering scheme during the worst economic period in the country’s history. From the beginning, Pietro is on a relentless quest for power, marrying into a Mexican dynasty for some extra spice, and he hopes, wealth beyond his wildest dreams. Maya, brought to life by the elegant Teresa Ruiz, is blissfully unaware she's the leading lady in the plot and becomes the unsuspecting heiress to both love and deception. Add in her social butterfly brother Nando, played by the brilliant Alejandro Edda, and her powerful border-controlling father, Don Fernando, together with thirty other actors, and you have a sometimes humorous, often dark, odyssey through ambition, crime, deceit, and the unrelenting pursuit of the American dream, as The King of the Peso unfolds like a Tarantino movie.

©2022 Pietro La Greca Jr. and John Rogers (P)2024 Audible Originals, LLC

Once you start, you cannot stop.

Once you start listening to this story make sure to clear your schedule because you won’t be able to do anything else until you get to the end of this amazing story. The actors bring the story to life and you can picture this being made into a television series with so many engrossing characters and a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The only negative is that it comes to an end to soon. You want to hear more about Pietro, Sr, Picho, Maya and Nando. Do yourself a favor and listen to this today. Just make sure you don’t have any other plans for the day once you start listening.

the addiction and losses of pietro and how Maya always was poised but clear eyed and loyal to those she should of.

story lines an opening into another's life as a family. the good, bad, and ugly.

Very engaging

Liked Pietro Jr give this account - it seems like a true story. Some of the background noises were too loud

Very exciting story and very well produced

The story is fun and exciting with a great cast and production! I can't wait for the next one.

Great story line

Loved the multiple characters and engagement during every episode. It was also long enough to keep me engaged without it being too long to lose interest.

Loved!

This was like watching a movie. Great narration, sounds effects. I could see this as a tv series. Truly enjoyed!

Fascinating Tale

This story is told from the perspective of the son. It was related with great nuance and care; It gave good insight into life on the border. Glad Petro was able to begin his lofe without the shadow of his fater hanging over him.

Just listen to it!

This production is so good!! It’s so engaging and kept my attention the entire time. I really hope Audible will do more productions like this!
I’m sure this is very similar to an old radio production and I totally get the appeal.
The story itself is crazy and almost unbelievable. Growing up part of my life in So California I could picture this time so vividly.
I can’t praise this highly enough! Just give a try! It’s worth it!

Incredible true story - Start listening today

I listened to this non-stop over the holidays. Couldn’t pause it for a second. What a well told thrilling, suspenseful adventure. Wow!!! Pietro Jr (Picho) is a true survivor. Thank you for sharing this heart wrenching true life tale. This needs to be made into a tv show ASAP. It reminded me of the best shows ever made like Narcos, Ozark and Sopranos. Netflix’s or HBO/ MAX are you listening. This is what podcasts should all be. A Cinema experience inside your AirPods. Pass the word “Best of 2024”

Interesting history

Very interesting story of Tijuana’s life behind the tourist veil. Especially interesting as I have visited there for years.