The Man Called X

Death and Treasury March Hand in Hand

English · Espionage, Mystery & Thriller, Action & Adventure, Radio

The Man Called X follows Ken Thurston, an American agent who travels the world investigating crimes and threats that cross national borders. Working for an unnamed government agency, Thurston uses his resourcefulness and knowledge of international affairs to uncover schemes and bring dangerous situations under control.

The program is an adventure drama, with each story taking Thurston into a different setting and a new investigation. His assignments draw on the intrigue of espionage and crime, while his travels bring him into contact with people whose motives may be difficult to read. The radio storytelling builds its action through dialogue, sound effects, and a steady succession of discoveries.

Herb Marshall is closely associated with the role of Thurston, whose calm, capable manner anchors the series’ globe-spanning adventures. The result is a brisk blend of mystery and international suspense, suited to listeners who enjoy a resourceful hero facing unfamiliar dangers one assignment at a time.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.