Story Unlikely

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.

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 this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker, and Story Unlikely.  

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 Baker, and Story Unlikely.

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 music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker, and Story Unlikely.

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 month by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by John Baker, The OneUps, and Story Unlikely. 

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. 

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: 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, and Story Unlikely. 

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.

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.

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 Button was originally published in Literally Stories under the title "Button."

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 White Bat Audio, and John Baker. The Drinkin' Contest was originally published in The Devil You Know  Anthology from Critical Blast Publishing

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 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 by visiting www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker.

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 all of our back issues. The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casey at White Bat Audio, and John Baker.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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-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 www.storyunlikely.com The music for this episode was provided by Karl Casy at White Bat Audio, and John Baker, and Story Unlikely.