Hank Griffin Podcast

In a recent episode of, You’ve Been Hanked entitled, “The Warrior’s Path” I discussed my pursuit of martial arts as a kind of physical therapy to help manage the increasing symptoms of Parkinson’s as well as my own journey as a karateka. I talked about some of my anxiety in preparing for my brown belt test. Tonight I faced that test. It was one of the most difficult things I have ever done. This i...

Prissy and The Rules I’ve talked about my Sweet Blue Haired friend, Prissy the Wonder Dog previously in the episodes, “That Time I Stole a Dog” and, “Prissy and The Bull.” She was truly a dear friend, among the dearest I’ve known. She was the kind of dog that makes one wish that dogs might live much longer than they do. You've Been Hanked is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and...

The year Jerry died his special tree, the Japanese feather leaf maple he’d planted sixty years before showed signs of stress. He loved that tree. All the family did. It was important to each of us. I sought advice from the county extension agent as to how to restore it to health. Watered it. Fed it. Amended the soil. Pruned it. Did all the things I’d been counseled to do and did them for three yea...

“As I opened then closed the front door a great set of bells hanging from the inside door knob jangled. They didn’t ring. They didn’t jingle. They jangled. It was a distinctive sound, one that remains with me despite time, distance, and age. You've Been Hanked is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. There were three...

“Eighteen months ago my Movement Disorder Specialist (MDS), a Neurologist who specializes in treating Parkinson's Disease, gave me news that was necessary but entirely unwelcome. You've Been Hanked is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. It went like this, "Mr. Griffin, you need to start physical therapy right away o...

This Classic, You’ve Been Hanked episode is Part 1 in a series. Part 2, is coming soon. Much Love, Hank You’ve Been Hanked! “I recall my much younger self, just in kindergarten, sitting through a halfhearted presentation at school about the dangers of smoking. I learned about heart disease, cancer, and all kinds of other deadly illnesses and frightening complications apparently brought on by smoki...

“It was decided that we would try to purchase a very small church house available for sale from The Church of Christ. Their congregation had grown large enough that the little chapel could no longer house them all. It was in a grievous state of disrepair but, the foundations were solid and our people were confident that we could do the work needed to bring it up to snuff… so to speak. The only thi...

“Prissy? C’mon!” The Blue Heeler appeared with a toothy grin on her little face. She seemed uncertain whether or not she was being invited to come along. “This is your big moment,” I said. “Let’s go!” Together we raced back down the hill from the house towards the hay meadow. The burning sun continued its western journey. I knew that before long, it would set and, if we didn’t have the bull out of...

“In the weeks and months after my appointment to this role, I struggled to learn what a chaplain needs to do, to understand how to do those things, to begin to grow in my responsibilities, and finally to become what I hoped to ultimately be – a real Chaplain and to entirely disdain the thought, idea, or even the appearance of a man satisfied to merely have a title and fill a chair. How does one le...

Granddad Bob and Granny Alice were married a long time, decades – a life time. They loved each other. They must have to stay together because they really didn’t seem like each other very much. Don’t get me wrong. They made it work and I really admire them for it! Frankly, a whole lot of people could learn from their example. It wasn’t easy for them. During the day, they occupied themselves with ve...

Brother Olive Tim Olive is my double brother. He is my brother in the gospel and my brother in Masonry. My only regret where that good man is concerned is, I never met him. My wife, Dearest Love knew him. Some years ago, she served an honorable mission after having converted to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When the mission call came she found that she was to serve in Southern C...

Happy Father’s Day 2023! We sat together in the deep woods, outside Paris, my father and I. Overhead a thick gray blanket, very like heavy cotton batting, lay over the sky as far as could be seen in every direction. From it white snow fell in fine flakes, like meal. The fineness of it an indicator that more was to be expected. Though the hour was late, both the falling snow and the fallen snow ref...

Tanscript: Faith, Hope, Fraternal Visitation, and the Terrible Beauty of the Storm Beneath a black sky devoid of stars and bereft of moon we pointed the truck north and set out for home. If all went well, my good friend who is also my good Brother, and I would be back at our respective homes in just over an hour. Our journey began some six hours earlier. I stifled a yawn. “Brother Hank, how is you...

Hank and Shawn set out to enjoy a fishing trip and their friendship only to be attacked in the woods. Do you enjoy, “You’ve Been Hanked?” If so, please help us grow by sharing it with others! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hankgriffin.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of, You’ve Been Hanked we hear the story from a different perspective. From, The Best Sandwich I Ever Ate: “Where is his mother?” Uncle Carl wondered when he saw the baby crying in his yard. Here, we find out and begin to better understand. Thanks for listening. If you like what you hear, give it a like, comment, subscribe, and share the episode with someone you love. Thanks,Hank T...

“I’m not proud of the idea of having stolen someone’s dog. Neither could I stand the idea of her living in those conditions. In the end, I suppose I’ve learned to live with my choice. If I had it to do over - I’d do it over again.” Tell me what you think in the comments. Hank This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hankg...

Here is found the very beginning of a life long friendship shared by and old man and little boy. Please share this episode with someone you love. Thanks for listening. Hank This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hankgriffin.substack.com/subscribe

Please help, You’ve Been Hanked Grow by sharing with others who may enjoy it. Thanks,Hank Hank openly discusses dealing with Parkinson’s Disease, the value of having good friends, neighbors, and brothers. He talks about married life, struggling to run errands, his relationship with important friends, and more. Throughout, Hank focuses on the positive while trying to overcome challenges and all the...

The boys listen as Uncle Carl relates how his family came to Texas. Escape from the Dust Bowl. A family member falls ill. Uncle Carl and the boys enjoy an unusual supper. Thank you for listening to, You've Been Hanked. Please share help us grow by sharing this episode with someone you think might enjoy it. Dear Listeners, I hope you enjoyed this episode of, You’ve Been Hanked. Thanks so much for l...

In This Episode Hank recounts what may be his very first memory. A trip across the Great Chihuahua desert to Mesa, Arizona from Beautiful, East Texas. Picking wild blackberries. The satisfaction that comes from contributing. Hank briefly introduces his father, “Dub.” Momma, makes blackberry jelly. You've Been Hanked is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consi...

The Mormon missionaries are at the door. Now what? Its easy. Just be kind. Tell them you know me and that I say, “Hey!” Thank you for reading You've Been Hanked. This post is public so feel free to share it. Hank commiserates with those who discover that the missionaries are at the door at just the wrong, or perhaps right, moment. He relates the uncertainty and worry of those families who send the...

Why are you a Mason? What is it about Freemasonry that called to you? If you aren’t a Mason but are interested, why aren’t you a Mason? What is it that Masons do to make themselves and the world around the better? Is there a place for women and children in Masonry? All this and more in this episode of, You’ve Been Hanked. Thank you for reading You've Been Hanked. This post is public so feel free t...

On this episode of, You’ve Been Hanked Unrequited young love. Scorpions and razorblades. The lovely spirit of Beautiful, East Texas. The first of many, many, many times I discovered a girl upon whom I had a crush, was convinced of my inevitable damnation. The Masonic Lodge on the edge of the school yard. Good trees sprout good fruit. And my sweet old, Momma. Hey, Momma! :) Much Love,HankYou’ve Bee...

Hank discusses the intersection of East Texas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and, Freemasonry. He expresses a desire to see the three principle stakeholders of the, You’ve Been Hanked community begin to get to know each other better and discusses how to do it. Please share this podcast with your friends who might both enjoy it and also be a part of, You’ve Been Hanked! Much Love,...

Hank introduces his listeners to, “Uncle Carl.” Discusses his preparations to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and reveals his membership in the Masonic fraternity. Enjoy this episode of, You’ve Been Hanked while working, driving, walking, running, or just sitting quietly. Its a good one! Also: How do you like the new intro and outro? Let Hank know in the comment...