Vendor Chronicles

Send us Fan MailThis time around the Vendor Chronicles team has one goal: to make you think from a different perspective. First, Q the Messenger wins an argument about pick up lines with the truism that everyone wants to laugh. Shane the Brain explains the difference between homogeneous and androgynous, and Q the Messenger closes the show with real life Words of Wisdom. Let's gooooo!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailCome along for the ride as Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain discuss topics like the brutality of Christopher Columbus, the origins of the universe and Charlie Sheen's drug use. Shane the Brain points out curse words in famous songs, Q the Messenger explains how to find a good chinese restaurant then wraps it up with his trademark words of wisdom. Let's gooooo!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe Binary Brethren are at it again!! Shane the Brain starts the insanity by claiming that twerking isn't dancing, but admits to liking Miley Cyrus' music. Q the Messenger takes a solid stance against war, and a solid stance for voter ID. After a lesson in astrology, the wise one comes through yet again with some solid Words of Wisdom. Let's gooooo!Support the show

Send us Fan MailFrom Seinfeld lines to alien visitations, the stage is set for another amazing episode of Vendor Chronicles! Shane the Brain's son graces the show with its first ever call in, which sparks a conversation about family standards and leads Shane the Brain to ask "what is morality?". They discuss whether this episode has "jumped the shark" or "jumped the couch", then Q the Messenger delivers some poignant Words of Wisdom.  Let's gooooo!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailStraighten your spine and open your mind because this trip will give you more twists than a crackhead loctition!! First Q the Messenger claims money solves all problems, Shane the Brain counters and all hell breaks loose from there! From sports gambling to matching wedding jewelry (with a break to talk about their gardens), they cover it all. LET'S GOOOOO!!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailBrace yourself for this one! Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger debate so many different topics that you're bound to find one that pisses you off! Whether it's where to take a first date, who gets the inheritance, exercise and physical fitness or sex versus a relationship, this one goes more places than Greyhound.  Let's gooooo!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode lives up to its name! Q the Messenger jumps right onto the dance floor with a human centipede reference, the story about how "I almost turned into a N-word today" and then stating emphatically "Im the darkest white man you know"!!! He throws off to Shane the Brain who wastes no time telling you how "Handicaped parking pisses me off", bemoans the fact that you can't punch women, then recounts having been serenaded by a bum in Nashville. The hits keep coming, check it out for yourself... Let's gooooo!!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode is packed so tight you'll have to hold your breath to get through it! From Willie Nelson to Ralphie May or Single Barrel Jack to the problem with "Boomers", you'll laugh till it hurts. Need an economics lesson? Take notes as Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger break down some of the real world challenges of running a micro business. Let's goooo!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode focuses on... well, just rambling! Listen in as Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain go from the Beastie Boys to mulligans, and take more than one side street to get there. Steel yourself for a classic Shane the Brain rant knowing that Q the Messenger's words of wisdom will put it all into perspective. LET'S GOOOOO!!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis week Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain enjoy a conversation with D.J. and the chemistry is obvious from the beginning and just gets funnier. From street confrontations, ghosts, Tiger Woods and psychedelics you're sure to get a laugh somewhere. LET'S GOOOOO!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis installmen  is just what you ezpect feom Vendor Chronicles: good friends and  good conversation with a few laughs and maybe even some words of wisdom. Enjoy!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode starts with a plane crash: need we say more? Tonight's dialog is all about finding peace in it's many forms. Self reliance, poetry, automotive repair and relationships are some of the topics bandied back and forth, with some hard questions at the end. What are your memories worth? What do you do? Join us as we pose the ultimate question, "What defines you?"Support the show

Send us Fan MailVendor Chronicles is back after a short hiatus! Join Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain as they welcome a new friend,  Ursula the Loctician! The conversation gets "Real Deep Real Fast" as this opinionated trio has the conversations few are willing to have. Listen in for an example on how to discuss difficult topics and varied viewpoints with respect and dignity. LET'S GOOOOO!!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailMetaphorically at least! Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger sit down for an honest, reflective dialog. If it sounds like two friends shooting the shit over a drink, well, that's about right! Mix your favorite, sit somewhere quiet and join the conversation! Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis very special episode finds Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger deep in conversation with Dr. Denise Mose, a Huntsville native and woman of many talents. Educator, author and celebrity correspondent are just a few of the many hats she wears, and she has the insight of a world traveler who has seen and done much. Listen in as Dr. D. contributes to the conversation and shares her Words of Wisdom!Support the show

Send us Fan MailBack to the studio in the first ever second appearance of a guest, the man, the legend, the Sauce Daddy himself, Dyllan Russell! This conversation is never dull; from Montel Jordan through immigration reform, currency manipulation and conspiracies of all kinds, but the best part might be Q the Messenger getting the best of Shane the Brain in a flat out argument about mass production and scarcity!! Let's gooooo!!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailBuckle up as we welcome Nick the UPS guy to our underground lair! A long time friend of the show Nick Moore stopped by and regaled us with stories about "Uncle Pam" and much more. We talk music, cars, pranks and old stories, mixed with serious considerations about when is it ok to lie and what really happens when we die. Vendor Chronicles does it again!Support the show

Send us Fan MailIntroducing Charlie Miles! A young artist from ATL finds himself on a mission of kindness in Huntsville Al. One Tuesday evening our young hero finds himself downtown in the iconic Voodoo Lounge when who walks in but Q The Messenger! Fresh from recording the Chronicles, Q sparks a conversation that continues, but hopefully doesn't culminate, with the episode we present here. Welcome to Vendor Chronicles!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailOut with the old, in with the new! Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain are ready to go, from Florida adventures to birthday steaks to the true meaning (or lack thereof) of christmas, the energy is all about looking forward. Catch up and let's gooooo!!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailSit back and relax with your favorite beverage as we talk about Q the Messenger's Florida adventures; from seeing bigfoot, drunk guys on the street and Q the Messenge missing with a cop. Again. Whether it's birthday steaks, reminiscing on last year's adventures, or looking forward to 2026, this episode is all over the place. We hope you enjoy it!Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this end of the year introspective, Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger engage in a discussion of current cultural trends, adding their unique perspective to topics like responsibility, bullying, therians, cocaine and outdated skills. This leads to a game of Important/Not Important, then Q the Messenger delivers some powerful Words of Wisdom. Lets gooo!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode was recorded just before Christmas, but it will be worth the wait because the conversation goes more places than Santa Claus buying mushrooms!! Sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh as Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger follow every rabbit hole they encounter! Off-the-cuff opinions and rapid-fire retorts keep the mood light yet thoughtful, and Q's Words of Wisdom make sure you leave with something to think about.Support the show

Send us Fan MailCheck out this hilarious episode as Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger sit own with the founder of Seriously Simple Soap, the one and only Brian Roadruck! Words don't do this show justice, just listen!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis one starts out dark - talking about famous people who did heinous things, but we worked through some character building advice and soon we're laughing about kids, vasectomies, and life's ironies. From crazy religious practices, raw dogging a snake, or the psychology of the pee dream you'll be laughing the entire episode!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe were all over the place this week! We started talking about what it means to be a true friend, how to identify and deal with disrespect, and how to handle rudeness. The thoughtful theme persisted as we talked about gender roles, anticipate the upcoming New Year and ask: What have we learned? Keep up, this one is full of thoughtful wisdom.Support the show

Send us Fan MailBuckle up dear listeners as this episode starts with a potentially controversial examination of all things Christmas. Q the Messenger decries the corporate exploitation of a made up holiday, and of course Shane the Brain ties the fantastical imagery associated with flying reindeer to psilocybin experiences. Both men agree that Christmas is best left as a silly story told to children with a wink of conspiratorial understanding. With that settled the conversation goes in more directions than a bottle rocket with the stick broken off! Sit back and enjoy the scenery as we take a circuitous route to Words of Wisdom!Support the show

Send us Fan MailAfter a light-hearted introduction and a rehash of the ongoing good vs bad cop debate, Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger move in a decidedly philosophical direction. Questions about the afterlife lead to considering the Shakespearean idea that morality is relative and how the Overton Window shapes much of our social structure, then Q the Messenger shares advice for a gay guy and Shane the Brain offers his take on surviving a colonoscopy. The give and take about government waste and out of control entitlement programs will have you wondering just where the V.C. characters really stand, but Q the Messenger provides some illumination with his always profound words of wisdom. Get ready to think outside the box!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis very special episode features returning guest Cinthia Darden, the lovely wife of Q the Messenger. The action starts early with a lively discussion about the current state of the American economy. The debate goes back and forth as different ideas and possible solutions are considered, but Cinthia keeps the conversation moving as she questions whether Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger are in fact fictional characters. Don't miss this thought provoking episode! Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this poignant episode Shane the Brain and Q the Messenger go deeper than ever before about the joy, pain and responsibility of being a man. This raw conversation will leave you with more questions than answers. Open your mind and straighten your spine...Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode goes from big picture politics all the way to front porch advice. Q the Messenger gets going on government conspiracies, contending our government has actually devolved into a corporatocracy. A common thread emerges as both agree that false disunity is a tool used by corporations as a distraction from more important matters. Q the Messenger brings practical advice about separating one's not from one's mugger role, and both agree that to truly change the world give a crackhead $5.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode is marinated in the experience of middle aged men! Q the Messenger talks about the self restraint required to fill a management role in today's corporate world, inadvertently  setting the tone for the entire episode. Whether its a school yard fight or a young punk pulling a gun, fatherhood and even the age old question "does no really mean no?", the conversation thouroughly explores the responsibility of being a man. Straighten your spine and open your mind!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis is one for the ages! Right off the tee Shane the Brain launches sage relationship advice, then transitions into the advice given to him by older generations. They discuss the various craft shows and festivals that they attend, then take a side path about the difference between a holler and a cut. Laughter ensues ss they talk about stories from the road, and reminiscence on stories previously told on vendor chronicle's podcast.  When it's time for words of wisdom, Q the Messenger quotes a Langston Hughes poem, then breaks it down so succinctly yet so powerfully you might just find yourself getting chills. Vendor Chronicles: let's gooooo!!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailListen in as Shane and Q talk about the challenges of daily life: from car trouble to business hustle and the everyday choices we make. Whether it's the guys' favorite charity, the etymology of common words and phrases or secret societies, something will spark your interest. Shane tells a crazy story from the past week, and finally admits publicly for the first time to having had a stalker for almost 20 years. They wrap it up with a rumination of the joys and responsibilities of fatherhood, which segues perfectly into Q's profound words of wisdom. Check it out!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailGas up for another explosive episode of vendor Chronicles! Q and Shane start right off with fart stories: whether it's the classic Dutch oven, or the inevitable ventilation needs when sleeping in a van, don't miss this hilarious banter. They transition naturally to the benefits of separate marital bathrooms and the ideal master sweet layout, but he mood turns more serious as Shane and Q debate the rights of the homeless. A thoughful discussion ensues and That 86 Kid Studio is consumed with an examination of individual rights vs collective rights which culminates with Q asking the age old question "From whom do we seek redress?" Through flatulence to fellatio and onto bathrooms and brothels, this episode will keep you laughing non-stop!Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoin Shane and Q as they begin this hilarious episode of vender Chronicles with another famous singalong! After exploring new words to add to their vocabulary they take turns telling the tale of recent trips out of town. The conversation gets deep as it turns to an examination of self-defense vs defending one's property. As they grapple with the morality of war, addiction vs disease and rich vs  poor Q sums it up with the truism: It's all nuance!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe newest episode of vendor Chronicles has Shane and Q introducing podcast listener and brother-in-law Joel Ostrander. The conversation focuses on golf at first, goes into pro wrestling with the obligatory mention of midget wrestling and culminates with the timeless classic: dwarf tossing! The subject having been dutifully considered the trio moves on to safer subjects like the Harvey Weinstein situation. They discuss everything from the growth patterns of young men, the current and future state of the economy and raising children in a digital world. Q extends the traditional invitation for our guest to close with words of wisdom and Joel delivers with aplomb! Spend an hour of your time listening to this episode of vendor chronicles you won't be sorry!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode goes in more directions than a bottle rocket with a broken stick! The show starts with Shane and Q singing classic rock songs then shifts seamlessly to viral golf course fights. The value of having a redneck friend morphs into remembering their afternoon at top golf then somehow turns to a rant about giving personal information to corporations. Property taxes is the next concept on the chopping block and both men agree to a certain admiration for the killdozer.  Questions of right vs wrong leads to an examination about whether it's moral to kill a home intruder and a rumination about the belief that being honest is both a blessing and a curse. Join us for this eclectic episode!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis show starts with a Vendor Chronicles staple: the top 3 list, comedians edition. Q the Messenger shares a laugh about being hit on by a ratchet Puerto Rican chick just before the old car vs. new car debate gets a fresh coat of wax. They go out on a ledge trying to decode the female psyche, immediately followed by an effort to nail down their own eulogies. Q the Messenger gets real about the importance of setting goals in his ever-popular words of wisdom segment and another show is available for your consideration.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode went in more crazy directions than Shane and Q hitting balls at Top Golf! It starts with an innocent exchange about allergies and heats up a little as they discuss the scariest horror films, but when Shane the brain describes The Human Centipede it leaves Kevin and Q folded up! Just when you can't take anymore they cool it down as Q the Messenger recounts a shopping trip with his daughter. They work through motorcycle racing and celebrity talents, then a thoughtful definition of racial terms somehow segue's into strengthening one's pimp hand and the story of the time Shane the Brain got frisked over someone else's drugs! This one gets a little sideways so listen at your own discretion!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode seems destined for controversy! The madness begins with Q's admonishment not to get complacent with the intro, careens around the proliferation of exposed cheeks then levels out as we discuss our favorite versions of rolling on the river. We keep it real about the disadvantages of long hair in a fight and the advantages of being cruise ship famous, and agree that even the projects are a brick house. Things heat up as we debate the state of the economy but as  always Q ties it up with words of wisdom that are both profound and apropos. This ride should have a minimum height restriction!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode Chronicles the Knox Handmade Toys family adventure to Ann Arbor Michigan where Shane the Brain encounters a "revolutionary communist", a porta potty from hell and employs the phrase "Roll Tide" towards a surly vendor. From losing iconic celebrities to the age old question of whether it's better to burn out than to fade away this is an episode packed full of insight and hilarity. Check it out!Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this special takeover, Jessica Knox and Cinthia Darden steal the spotlight—no Shane, no Q, just two moms keeping it real. They kick things off with the chaotic “float trip from hell” before diving into the origin stories of Knox Handmade Toys and Hustle’n Pop, revealing the behind-the-scenes hustle that keeps the businesses moving.Jessica shares a childhood trauma involving a vacuum and a van, while Cinthia tells the wild story of accidentally climbing into a stranger’s car—only to find him rolling a blunt. The ladies open up about anxiety, holiday gift giving, and how Cinthia proudly owns her role as a “passenger princess.” From running out of money in London to couple fights in Miami, it’s travel stories, laughter, and honest moments. Cinthia wraps it all up with a Maya Angelou quote that hits home.Support the show

Send us Fan MailSeason 6, Episode 7 opens with a bald truth — when is it time to let it go? Q throws it to Shane for a “Tale of the Tape” intro, and just like that, the gloves are off. We introduce our first official sponsor: Creek Wear — a monthly outdoor survival subscription box for folks who believe freedom comes with fresh air and fire starters.We give a special shoutout to Honest Coffee Roasters for displaying Knox Handmade Toys and proudly supporting the Vendor Chronicles movement with a custom QR code in-store. That’s real hometown love!Q talks about date night with Cinthia this past Saturday — hitting Top Golf in downtown Huntsville, and the unexpected surprise of meeting the original Black Power Ranger (Zack!) at SIP Elixir Bar. From 90s nostalgia to cocktails, it was a night to remember.Shane shares a throwback tale of young love — tongue kissing his first girl at Six Flags on the Monster Plantation ride. Southern charm meets childhood mischief.Then it gets wild: Q drops a barbershop horror story from 35 years ago involving a female crackhead and an unforgettable full-frontal ambush. Shane adds a cautionary tale about a friend who went from smoking crack to using meth — and how the vibe shifted from funny to foul.We roast Taylor Swift, take playful jabs at Bill Burr, and open the floor for them both to pull up a mic.Shane breaks down his experience at the Cornbread Festival in South Pittsburg, TN, making an observation about modern fashion trends — let’s just say the cheeks were out in full force. And we wrap the episode with a raw rant on taxes and freedom. Q poses the question: “Aren’t we the land of the free and home of the brave? ‘Cause it’s feeling more like the land of the fee and home of the slave.”From love and laughs to loss and levity — this one’s got it all.Support the show

Send us Fan MailStraighten your spine and open your mind for this eclectic episode of Vendor Chronicles!! We discuss risk VS reward in children, the recent proliferation of air and sea disasters and Q the Messenger has the unmitigated gall to pose a "would you rather" between Jaws and a tornado! We stumble through alternative mathematics and work our way to homemade wine. Q summed up the whole debacle best...    Get the Shirt!!Support the show

Send us Fan MailSeason 6, Episode 8 takes an unexpected swing into the fairway as Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain open with a random tangent about golf—nobody knows how they got there. Before the intro even hits, the duo delivers a half-hearted but hilarious rendition of You’ve Got a Friend in Me. Q asks Shane if he notices a difference between his normal self and “Q the Messenger,” leading to a conversation about personal metamorphosis. Shane ties it to a real-life story about his wife finding a luna moth caterpillar at a festival, bringing it home, and watching its transformation—because at Vendor Chronicles, we’re all about caffeinating minds from a knowledge point of view.Shane then drops some game on how not to get caught doing something you shouldn’t as a kid (note to self: always think ahead). The crew sends a shout-out to “Becky with the good hair,” drops a mind-blowing fact about the human brain storing 2,500 terabytes of data, and keeps the laughs rolling while blending street smarts with random wisdom. This episode is a perfect mix of curiosity, comedy, and classic Vendor Chronicles unpredictability.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode opens with a bold question: Why do women leave once a man becomes successful? From there, Q the Messager and Shane the Brain dive deep into how the family court system is stacked against men. Shane touches on his own experience with family court while Q asks if parents should ever get involved in their kids' relationships or marriages.Q celebrates 18 years of marriage to his wife Cinthia at a new Huntsville restaurant called One Eleven. Meanwhile, Shane recounts his visit to Pulaski, Tennessee—birthplace of the KKK—and reflects on the town’s efforts to distance itself from its racist past. That conversation spirals into a raw discussion on the evolution of racism in America.From there, it’s a rapid-fire tangent on COVID, government, war, and power. And in true Vendor Chronicles fashion, Q closes the episode with a surefire, 100% guaranteed way to never be broke again. Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode kicks off with the protests in L.A. and a roast session on folks who claim they “don’t see color” or say “I’ve got Black friends.” We unpack the great chicken wing deception—how a 10-piece order is really just 5 wings split in half. Shane introduces the Platinum Rule (“Do unto others as they would have done unto them”) and we jump into the controversy of trans women in women’s sports. Riley Gaines and Leah Thomas get name-dropped, and we both agree—there’s no reason for male parts in the girls' locker room.We dream about crashing Theo Von’s podcast or bringing him on Vendor Chronicles. Shane drops a gem about Jay Leno never spending his Tonight Show checks, and Q recounts Leilani’s chaotic 13th birthday float trip on the Flint River—featuring collisions, serpents, and a full-blown water rescue. And just when Q thought the excitement was over, poison ivy shows up two days later.To top it off, Q gives some Baton Rouge facts, Shane dives into the deadly legacy of the Isle of Man TT motorcycle race, and we end with a final truth: Aim high. If you miss, you’ll still land in spaceSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Vendor Chronicles, we define the hustle vs. the grind—what happens when your results don’t match your efforts—and how discipline bridges the gap. We give props to Hunter, an 18-year-old working at Honest Coffee who’s wise beyond her years. Then we unpack all the nonsense old folks used to tell us: “Don’t talk when adults are talking,” “Children should be seen, not heard”—yeah, that stuff.We discuss MDMA—does it treat or cure? Q asks the real questions. Shane breaks down what friendship truly means after we intro the episode with a spin on the song Friends. Q tells the story of a relative misusing a $500 loan. Then we dream: what would you do with $50K right now?We talk about paycheck-to-paycheck life in America, roast Elon’s Cybertruck, but give props to SpaceX. Q questions U.S. debt: if we print the money, how are we trillions in the hole? Shane uses the diamond industry as a metaphor.We dive deep—China, Russia, school systems, the illusion of freedom, ginger vs. the N-word, and the true meaning of knowledge, power, and action. Q quotes Aristotle and flips it right back on Shane. Strap in—this one’s layered.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this raw and hilarious episode of Vendor Chronicles, Q the Messager opens up by reflecting on what it's like to grab a shaft every day—because, as he puts it, "I was born that way." He and Shane the Brain break into a soulful rendition of “Joy and Pain,” trading bars on sunshine and rain while peeling back layers of life’s deeper lessons.Shane drops some real wisdom about realizing he doesn’t know much—and Q calls that the ultimate sign of maturity. Together, they dig into the idea that every job should be temporary, breaking down how the horse willing to carry the heavy load always gets it. If you want something done? Give it to the busy person.Q shares stories from his time as a field engineer in Nebraska, while Shane describes a moment of exceptional customer service that blew his mind. They even question just how free we really are in a world that forces parents to send their kids to school or risk jail time.Sprinkled throughout are sharp reflections on knowledge, power, and action—with a quote from Aristotle landing right in Shane’s lap. This one’s introspective, off-the-cuff, and full of grown-man perspective.Support the show

Send us Fan MailSeason 6 kicks off with a special guest: Anthony Gillon, Q the Messager’s father, in town to celebrate Lil Q’s graduation. The father-son duo opens the episode with a soulful rendition of Bill Withers’ “Lean on Me.” Shane the Brain drops an old-school motorcycle quote—“Some people rarely drift over the line. I do not envy them”—and the crew dives into a wide-ranging conversation that hits deep and funny.They discuss Eminem as the Great White Hope, debate whether 50 Cent surviving nine gunshots was luck or skill, and celebrate Shane’s one-year-old daughter Maddy saying “I love you” for the first time in both speech and sign language. Q reflects on a recent accident where Lil Q got rear-ended, while his father tells the hilarious story of Q getting kicked out of the school district in elementary school.Shane tosses adjectives at Anthony for a rapid-fire yes/no assessment of Q, and Anthony drops wisdom about character: “If you’ll lie, you’ll cheat.” Wilt Chamberlain even gets quoted: “If I say a mouse can pull a house, hook ‘em up.”Anthony shares a powerful perspective on integrating into a white school at age 12 in 1977, attending class on Georgia Tech’s campus and seeing a new world of possibilities. For the first time ever, Kevin the Boss Man Richardson joins in with a live mic, contributing insight on minority enrollment in college.This episode is funny, honest, reflective, and full of hope for the future—and it sets the tone for a powerful season ahead.Support the show