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Story UnlikelyLittle Peter Part 2: The Electrician Strikes BackIn part two of The Little Peter Trilogy, Danny Hankner sees the results of his spoof song about a certain "traffic prick," and then gets a bewildering introduction to the local justice system. Be sure to listen to Part 1 first. View the new rock mix and lyrics on rumble here: https://rumble.com/v6xpuao-little-peter-traffic-eater-the-rock-mix.html
2025-08-1720 min
Story UnlikelyLittle Peter Part 1: The (police) Force AwakensDanny Hankner was recently fined nearly $400 while driving to work one morning - this podcast (and song) is his revenge. Or at least, it's an airing of grievances. And a slap back to the cowwwaaaarddly cop who ticketed him. This episode may not be suitable for small children, but probably medium sized ones. View the song and lyrics on rumble here: https://rumble.com/v6v1cbx-little-peter-traffic-eater.html Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting w...
2025-06-1916 min
Story UnlikelyDear Editor (Remix)Author Kat Merrigan pens a ridiculously scathing rebuke to a fictitious magazine that has tragically lost its way. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker, and Story Unlikely.
2024-11-3011 minStory UnlikelyJacob's LadderTravel back to a time when Danny Hankner and his old roommates witnessed a dark, bewildering miracle across the street, one whose implications could shatter the fabric of society and everything we think we know about the unknown. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker, and Story Unlikely.
2024-10-1416 min
Story UnlikelyThe Black PaintingIn this speculative story, Matthew Davis-Brown weaves an intriguing tale of man entering a new phase of 'life', and a mysterious room full of the same exact painting. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker, and Story Unlikely.
2024-09-2812 min
Story UnlikelyA Bridge Too FarThere's a time in every youth's life where window chalk graffiti abounds. For Danny Hankner and his crew, this was known as 'The Cock Wars', where the worst offender - The Bridge - lit up everyone's rides, and got away with it...or did he? Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker, and Story Unlikely.
2024-08-2115 min
Story UnlikelyHow to Write a Howling Good Story w/ Wulf MoonBest-selling author Wulf Moon joins the podcast to discuss his latest book - How to Write a Howling Good Story - and offer tips and insights for every aspiring writer. Learn more by visiting his website, thesupersecrets.com, or clicking here: https://driftweave.com/the-super-secrets/ Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by John Baker, The OneUps, and Story Unlikely.
2024-07-161h 25Story UnlikelyKaren of ConstipationIn this episode, Danny Hankner dives into a new segment called "The Excrement Files" by venting about grouchy, idiot editors, and entitled, idiot authors. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by John Baker, The OneUps, and Story Unlikely.
2024-06-1817 min
Story UnlikelyCall the CityIn this episode, Danny Hankner recalls a ridiculous gag pulled on the neighbor back when he was single with roommates...and the fallout. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com See lyrics here: https://rumble.com/v4uvvpx-call-the-city-spoof-song.html Listen to Call the City on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/story-unlikely/call-the-city The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, John Baker, The OneUps, a...
2024-05-1318 min
Story UnlikelySnakeIn this speculative story, Robert Bagnall weaves an intriguing tale of group of misfits and their encounter with a strange young man. Listen to David Wallace's inagural address: https://www.storyunlikely.com/#postdundermifflin Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com or help support us by becoming a MEMBER and accessing a boatload of other perks. Contact Robert Bagnall via his blog at at meschera.blogspot.com The music for this...
2024-04-1812 min
Story UnlikelyDog Years w/ Leon Peter BlandaLeon Peter Blanda joins the podcast to discuss his story Dog Years (recently published in Story Unlikely) and all things writing. Click HERE to read Dog Years,. Visit https://www.leonblanda.com/ to learn more about Leon Peter Blanda. Listen to David Wallace's inagural address: https://www.storyunlikely.com/#postdundermifflin Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com Become a member today by visiting www.storyunlikelymembers.com The music for...
2024-03-192h 01
Story UnlikelyA Good Youth Worker is Hard to FindIn this humorous work of fiction, author Andy Millman spins a comical tale about a hapless boss just trying to find some good help. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com or help support us by becoming a MEMBER and accessing a boatload of other perks. The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker.
2024-02-1320 min
Story UnlikelyThreads for Flies, w/ Jacob Steven MohrJacob Steven Mohr, author of Threads for Flies - recently published in Story Unlikely - joins the podcast to talk about this short story and everything writing. Click HERE to read Threads for Flies, and HERE Jacob's Anthology, Dead Letters. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com Become a member today by visiting www.storyunlikelymembers.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Ba...
2024-01-1531 min
Story UnlikelySnow Member: A Christmas StoryIn this zany holiday special, Danny Hankner recalls the ultimate gag pulled on his hapless assistant manager nearly 20 years ago. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker.
2023-12-0120 min
Story UnlikelyVoices Inside w/ Erika Lee SengstackErika Lee Sengtsack joins the podcast to talk about Voices Inside, an outreach program for incarcerated individuals. How does this relate to writing? Well, listen and find out! To learn more about Voices Inside, or to volunteer or donate, visit voicesinside.org The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker.
2023-11-141h 01
Story UnlikelyThe Forever ButtonIn this work of fiction, author Joe Manion weaves an intriguing tale about a man with a 'problem', and the lengths he would go to have it resolved. Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker. The Forever Button was originally published in Literally Stories under the title "Button."
2023-10-1318 min
Story UnlikelyThe Drinkin' ContestIn this period piece, author Sarah Cannavo tells of a time when the devil struck up a bargain with an unlikely moonshiner. Connect with Sarah Cannavo at https://moodilymusing.blogspot.com/ Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker. The Drinkin' Contest was originally published in The Devil You Know Anthology from Critical Blast Publishing
2023-09-1737 min
Story UnlikelyWho the Hell is James Fuertes? w/ bonus interviewDanny Hankner recounts a ridiculous gag involving a hapless roommate and a left-behind modeling photo of his old pal, award-winning actor James Fuertes, long before he was on the big screen. After the reading, Danny brings James on to swap stories, discuss the world of acting, and what James has been up to. Connect with James Fuertes: On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JamesJFuertes or Instagram - @jamesjfuertes Can't get enough of the stories we tell? Sign up today (for free!) to get a new story sent to your inbox every month b...
2023-08-161h 04
Story UnlikelyThe Ghouls, an interview with author Matthew BrandonAn elegant work of literary horror, The Ghouls was published in the July issue of Story Unlikely. Author Matthew Brandon joins the podcast discussing how he began writing stories, where he got the idea for The Ghouls, and the art of writing in general. To read The Ghouls, visit storyunlikely.com. If it's no longer featured on the homepage, then go to storyunlikelymembers.com to gain access to all of our back issues. The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casey at White Bat Audio, and John Baker.
2023-07-1357 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 144 – Danny Hankner - Founding Story Unlikely Danny Hankner is an electrician by trade and a writer at heart as well as the founder of Story Unlikely. This online literary publication showcases incredible stories, focusing on non-fiction memoiristic pieces. As a publisher, Danny is passionate about discovering great authors and beautiful stories, providing a platform and audience to showcase worthy voices. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Danny Hankner about his literary journey. One of Lynne’s favorite of her original nonfiction writings, “The Roads We Travel,” was accepted by Danny not even 24 hours after she sub...
2023-07-0739 min
Story UnlikelyThe Roads We Travel w/ bonus author interviewAuthor Lynne Golodner weaves a deep, reflective memoir peeling back the layers of the things that shape us, along with an interview after the story. Find more about the author at https://lynnegolodner.com/, and her publishing company at https://scotiaroadbooks.com/. You can read more stories by visiting www.storyunlikely.com. The music for this episode was provided by White Sand, and John Baker.
2023-06-1238 min
Story UnlikelyDear EditorAuthor Kat Merrigan pens a ridiculously scathing rebuke to a fictitious magazine that has tragically lost its way. You can read more stories by visiting www.storyunlikely.com. The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casey at White Bat Audio, and John Baker.
2023-05-1210 min
Story UnlikelyBeyond My WindowAuthor R.F. Marazas spins a haunting story about an astronaut on Mars confronted by an unknown force. Beyond My Window was originally published in Internationally Yours. You can read more stories by visiting www.storyunlikely.com. The music for this episode was provided by John Baker, and Karl Casey at White Bat Audio.
2023-04-1920 min
Story UnlikelyFabricating Gary GatenouIn this work of fiction, author Brian Belefant spins a humorous tale about a group of teenagers growing up in the 80's and inventing a classmate to take the blame for all their antics. You can read more stories by visiting www.storyunlikely.com. The music for this episode was provided by John Baker, and Karl Casey at White Bat Audio.
2023-04-1419 min
Story UnlikelyA Problem SharedIn this humorous tale, author Raymie Martin dives into a fantasy world, giving us a glimpse of what it might be like running a magazine amongst a flurry of cryptid creatures. You can read more stories by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by John Baker, and Karl Casey at White Bat Audio.
2023-04-1407 min
Story UnlikelyMe, You, And The Road AheadIn this memoir, Danny Hankner recounts a ridiculous story about his days in gym class as a fat kid, failing the fitness tests, questioning the logic of body fat measuring, and vomitting all over a toilet. Good times. You can read more stories by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by John Baker, and Karl Casey at White Bat Audio.
2023-04-0612 min