April 14, 2026

Magnets, Junked RVs, and Sitcom Secrets with Breaking Bad’s Larry Hankin

Magnets, Junked RVs, and Sitcom Secrets with Breaking Bad’s Larry Hankin
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https://www.stanthemanpodcast.com/follow/Connect with Larry Hankin:TheRealLarryHankin.comThe Loopholes Dossier - A SatireThat Guy: A Cautionary Memoir@walleymediagroup Larry Hankin on Cameo In this legendary episode of the StanTheMan podcast, we’re joined by the ultimate "That Guy"—Larry Hankin. While millions know him as the brilliant, sharp-tongued Old Joe from Breaking Bad and El Camino, Larry has been a cornerstone of pop culture for over five decades.

We go behind the scenes of the most iconic junkyard in television history to discuss what it was really like working with Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul. But the stories don't stop in Albuquerque. Larry opens up about his unforgettable roles as Mr. Heckles on Friends and the "Kramer" who almost was on Seinfeld.

In this episode, we explore:

  • Breaking Bad Origins: How "Old Joe" became the unsung hero of the series.

  • The "Kramer" Audition: Larry's real-life experience auditioning for the role of Kramer vs. playing him in the show-within-a-show.

  • Friends & Foes: The hilarious and heartbreaking story of how Mr. Heckles was written off the show.

  • The Craft of the Character Actor: Larry’s advice for sustaining a 50-year career in Hollywood’s biggest hits.