Danny Hankner

Story Unlikely

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Author

Danny Hankner

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Fiction

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Latest episode

Aug 17, 2025

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Episodes

Little Peter Part 2: The Electrician Strikes Back 17.08.2025

In 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

Little Peter Part 1: The (police) Force Awakens 19.06.2025

Danny 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-ea...

Dear Editor (Remix) 30.11.2024

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.

Jacob's Ladder 14.10.2024

Travel 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 thi...

The Black Painting 28.09.2024

In 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...

A Bridge Too Far 21.08.2024

There'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 musi...

How to Write a Howling Good Story w/ Wulf Moon 16.07.2024

Best-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 mont...

Karen of Constipation 18.06.2024

In 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. 

Call the City 13.05.2024

In 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...

Snake 18.04.2024

In 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 b...

Dog Years w/ Leon Peter Blanda 19.03.2024

Leon 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 ge...

A Good Youth Worker is Hard to Find 13.02.2024

In 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 prov...

Threads for Flies, w/ Jacob Steven Mohr 15.01.2024

Jacob 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...

Snow Member: A Christmas Story 01.12.2023

In 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.

Voices Inside w/ Erika Lee Sengstack 14.11.2023

Erika 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.

The Forever Button 13.10.2023

In 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...

The Drinkin' Contest 17.09.2023

In 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 Wh...

Who the Hell is James Fuertes? w/ bonus interview 16.08.2023

Danny 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 Instag...

The Ghouls, an interview with author Matthew Brandon 13.07.2023

An 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...

The Roads We Travel w/ bonus author interview 12.06.2023

Author 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.

Dear Editor 12.05.2023

Author 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.

Beyond My Window 19.04.2023

Author 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.

Fabricating Gary Gatenou 14.04.2023

In 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.

A Problem Shared 14.04.2023

In 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.

Me, You, And The Road Ahead 06.04.2023

In 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.

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