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Ian Thornton
Novelist and biographer who researched and wrote the episode; serves as the principal storyteller and on-the-ground narrator of Commander X's story.
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Oct 27, 2025
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Vagrant Fugitive Hacker Warlord
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Ian Thornton, a novelist and biographer, narrates the astonishing tale of Christopher Mark Doyon—known as Commander X—who led audacious cyber attacks as a member of Anonymous. They discuss Doyon's transformation from a fugitive in a Toronto coffee shop to an international figure wanted by the U.S. for his activities. The duo unpacks Doyon's escape plans, his life on the run, and the eventual trials he faced, including a startling arrest in Mexico. Doyon's journey reflects a wild mix of activism, evasion, and a quest for a new beginning.
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