Vendor Chronicles

Send us Fan Mail This 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 Mail This 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...

Send us Fan Mail Vendor 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&apo...

Send us Fan Mail Metaphorically 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 Mail This 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 he...

Send us Fan Mail Back 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 producti...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle 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 Mail Introducing 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. W...

Send us Fan Mail Out 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 Mail Sit 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 Mail In 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 Mail This 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 Wis...

Send us Fan Mail Check 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 Mail This 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 Mail We 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 Mail Buckle 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 childr...

Send us Fan Mail After 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...

Send us Fan Mail This 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...

Send us Fan Mail In 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 Mail This 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 abo...

Send us Fan Mail This 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 con...

Send us Fan Mail This 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 st...

Send us Fan Mail Listen 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 h...

Send us Fan Mail Gas 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 seriou...

Send us Fan Mail Join 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...