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The Complete Orson Welles

duane Old Time Radio
Orson Welles
The Shadow
Harry Lime
World War II
Charles Dickens
Christmas
The Black Museum
Campbell Playhouse
A Christmas Carol
Les Misérables
London
Hamlet
Vanity Fair
Columbia Workshop
Helen Hayes
Scotland Yard
Bram Stoker's Dracula
Victor Hugo
Music Boxes
Jean Valjean

Welcome to The Complete Orson Welles. This podcast is for the Welles enthusiast, playing a variety of programs from Mr. Welles’ career from 1937 to 1952. New episodes published weekly. For FREE you can listen to and download all my OTR podcast at otr.duane.media. Feedback and comments welcome at my email: info@duane.media or @duane.otr on Instagram. - Thank you and enjoy. This podcast uses... more

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Latest Episodes

This Is My Best | (27) Heart of Darkness (Welles' first episode as producer and host) | March 13, 1945

Sponsored by: Cresta Blanca. A trip up an African river...into the heart of darkness! An excellent use of radio. This is one of the best regarded ... more

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The Mercury Theatre on the Air | Around World 80 Days | October 23, 1938

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Campbell Playhouse || (05) Counsellor at Law | January 6, 1939 ||

Sponsored by: Campbell's Soup. A good story about a powerful attorney with a secret past. Announced as the first radio performance by Gertrude Berg in a program other than, "The Gold... more

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The Jack Benny Program || Host Orson Welles - Return of Phil Harris | March 14, 1943 ||

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Samuel S. Liebowitz
Legal advisor to the case, invited guest
Noted trial lawyer
Episode: Campbell Playhouse || Counsellor at Law | 1939
John Dietz
Director of Mercury Theatre on the Air episode
Mercury Theatre on the Air
Episode: Suspense || The Hitch-hiker (Orson Welles) | 1942
Sir Lancelot
Calypso singer from Trinidad
Trinidad/Tobago
Episode: Hello Americans || Ritmos de las Americas | 1943
Tito Guzza
Mexico's singing star of the screen
Mexico
Episode: Hello Americans || Ritmos de las Americas | 1943
Miguelito Valdes
Cuba's favorite calypso singer
Cuba
Episode: Hello Americans || Ritmos de las Americas | 1943
Lucille Ball
Famous actress and comedian, known for her work on 'I Love Lucy'
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Episode: The Orson Welles Almanac || Guest, Lucille Ball | 1944
Orson Welles
Acclaimed director, producer, and actor known for his innovative radio and film work
Mercury Theatre
Episode: Fred Allen || Guest Orson Welles, Chicken Surplus || 1946
Mary Livingston
Comedian and frequent collaborator with Jack Benny
Episode: Jack Benny | The Jell-O Program with guest Orson Welles | 1940
Phil Harris
Orchestra leader and comedic performer
Episode: Jack Benny | The Jell-O Program with guest Orson Welles | 1940

Host

Duane Old Time Radio
Host of The Complete Orson Welles, focused on curating and presenting vintage radio programs and related performances.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Really good channel

    I really enjoy these old radio shows, especially the one’s featuring Orson Welles!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TonyNsanAngelo
    United States7 months ago
  • A welcome respite to current events

    I had no idea what a dominate talent and celebrity Orson Welles was before television. I just remember seeing his as a guest on late night tv talk shows and wondering why he was famous.. Thanks Duane.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr.Bursuc
    United States9 months ago
  • No ads

    Thanks for a useful service with no ads but the originals. Won’t you make a note of having Campbell’s soup for dinner tomorrow?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gail - San Francisco
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    What a wonderful service

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gardnj
    United Statesa year ago
  • Subscribed

    Love from Australia bro. Your dedication and passion to and for Mr Welles is palpable. Very glad I found this Pod- has become a feature of my post-work evening. Slowing going through every available episode. Thank you. - ash

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ashybigdee
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners praise the curation and depth, calling it a goldmine for Orson Welles fans.
Many appreciate the no-frills, ad-free listening experience and the preservation of original broadcasts.
Commenters note the host's evident passion and consistent quality in episode selections.

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Apple Podcasts
#126
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Apple Podcasts
#178
Italy/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#100
Belgium/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#135
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Campbell Playhouse | The Patriot (Anna May Wong) | 1939
Q: What does it mean that China is looking westward?
It signifies a transformation in China as it adapts amidst the conflict with Japan.
Campbell Playhouse | The Patriot (Anna May Wong) | 1939
Q: Do you think it's possible to feel sympathy for Chinese and Japanese at the same time?
One comes to see that the pattern is always the same in wars, where both are victims.
Campbell Playhouse | The Patriot (Anna May Wong) | 1939
Q: Is the predicament of Chinese and Japanese who've intermarried unusual?
No, it is a very common situation, as depicted in my book.

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A deep-dan archive-style series that curates Orson Welles' radio work and related theatre productions from the 1930s–1950s. Episodes spotlight dramatic adaptations, theatrical broadcasts, and serialized performances, often featuring literary classics, detective tales, and historical storytelling. The host staff priority appears to be high-quality audio storytelling, thoughtful sourcing, and accessible listening—often with context about radio as a storytelling medium. Unique strengths include meticulous curation across a wide range of Welles' projects, occasional collaborations with notable performers, and a consistent emphasis on the historical significance and craft of radio drama. This makes it appealing to listeners who crave immersive v... more

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3. Sir Lancelot
4. Tito Guzza
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6. Lucille Ball
7. Orson Welles
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