Nelson Olmsted's Short Stories


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Nelson Olmsted was one of the last great radio horror performers. Born Leroy Nelson Olmsted, Jr. in Minnesota, he became an announcer for local radio stations in Texas. His storytelling show, which began in 1940, ran for a decade on NBC and showcased his unique ability to bring literature to life through dramatic narration.

Olmsted's skill in assuming the voices of each character set him apart from other narrators of his time. He captivated audiences with his performances of works by authors like Edgar Allan Poe and Ray Bradbury, demonstrating a deep commitment to the art of storytelling.

This collection features several episodes of Olmsted's work, including stories from various authors, showcasing his talent and the influence of old-time radio.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

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Elementals 30:11
Mr. Arcularis 29:37
Mrs. Sabin 14:40
Souvenir 14:41
The Night 14:56
The Car We Had To Push 14:44
Seed of Destruction 14:39
Nelson Olmsted's KMBC Audition 11:55
The Tarpon 14:15
Corporal Harding 14:24
Farewell to a Friend 14:13
God and a Rooster 14:14
A Shepherd and a Shepherdess 14:13
The Outcasts 14:19
Fight for Sister Joe 14:40
The Price of the Head 13:34
Miracle Man 29:11
The Escape of Mr. Trimm 30:03
The Soul Trapper 30:03

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Confusing, but the stories read are done well


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Nelson Olmsted seems to have had a number of radio shows, all of which are him reading famous/popular stories. I'v e only listened to about 10 of these shows, but I am enjoying them. Thank you for the upload.

More Nelson Olmsted recordings?


Thanks so much for posting these. Do you happen to have his recording of a short story by Jack Snow? I believe it was supposed to have aired on April 26, 1947.