Best Shane the Brain Knox Podcasts (2025)

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The River Giveth and Taketh Away 1:34:44

4d ago1:34:44

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Send us a text This 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”) a…

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Friends, Freedom, and $50K 1:12:07

12d ago1:12:07

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Send us a text In 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 …

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Mature Enough to Admit I Don’t Know Sh*t 1:11:45

19d ago1:11:45

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Send us a text In 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 …

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Lean on Me: A Conversation with Q the Messager’s Dad 1:00:55

26d ago1:00:55

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Send us a text Season 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 t…

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Snitchin' vs. Settin' the Record Straight 1:10:09

1M ago1:10:09

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Send us a text In the first episode recorded on the new soundboard, Shane the Brain and Q the Messager open with a discussion on cultural appropriation, leading to a spontaneous musical moment—Shane sings his own ice cream man rendition, prompting Q to hit 'em with the Master P version. Q shares a story about meeting a narc at Porch Fest, and the d…

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Who's who's? 8:12

1M ago8:12

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Send us a text In just 8 minutes and 12 seconds, Q the Messager unleashes a mind-bending barrage of questions: Is Quintellis Q the Messager, or did Q the Messager make Quintellis? Is AI truly intelligent if everything it knows came from humans? Does it even matter who’s in office when both wings belong to the same bird—and that bird’s gonna shit on…

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A talk with Ardie 1:14:39

2M ago1:14:39

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A talk with Adam! 1:03:54

2M ago1:03:54

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Ain't nothing like the real thing, baby! 1:21:00

2M ago1:21:00

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Taylor’sville, GA 10:21

2M ago10:21

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Send us a text In what is the shortest episode to date of Vendor Chronicles, Shane the Brain Knox recaps a wild car show experience he shared with his son, Daniel—complete with muscle cars and bikini-clad models. N’Zo brings Bebe’s Kids energy, Shane delivers some classic dad jokes, and Q the Messager opens up about his fear of getting a vasectomy,…

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I strongly disagree! 1:12:09

2M ago1:12:09

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@AK40SEVYN INTERVIEW 1:07:46

2M ago1:07:46

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Special Guest Janna Peterson part 1 1:03:57

3M ago1:03:57

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A Proctologist Tale 1:09:31

3M ago1:09:31

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WHITE MAN , BLACK MAN 25:01

3M ago25:01

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Send us a text In this episode, Q the Messager shares a hilarious yet eye-opening moment when an old church lady, Betty Smith, scolded him on TikTok for cursing in a freestyle video. Meanwhile, Shane the Brain dives into the etymology of "fanny" and "fuck," and the conversation takes a historical turn as they discuss Dred Scott, the first Black man…

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Terminal velocity of a turd 31:40

4M ago31:40

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Send us a text In this episode, Q the Messenger relives a traumatic cat-related memory after diving into the origins of "there’s more than one way to skin a cat." Shane the Brain goes off on a tangent of "P" words, breaks down the terminal velocity of a turd, and tells a bizarre tale of a body found in a water tower. Meanwhile, Q shares a hilarious…

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Pretty fly for a white guy 48:50

4M ago48:50

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Send us a text In this episode, Q the Messenger’s daughter, Leilani, joins the conversation to school Shane the Brain on modern slang, breaking down the true meaning of "riz." Shane takes the lesson and runs with it, using "twin," "rari," and "riz" in a sentence—whether he gets it right is up for debate. Things heat up as Q spits a freestyle for th…

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Growing in front of people! 1:11:15

4M ago1:11:15

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Send us a text The first real snowfall of the year brings snowman carcasses to the streets, setting the tone for a conversation that’s as unpredictable as the weather. Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox drop some unexpected facts about Omaha, Nebraska, before diving into the wild history of people riding whiskey barrels over Niagara Falls. As…

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Money for nothing and chicks for free 1:26:18

6M ago1:26:18

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Send us a text In this lively and unpredictable episode, Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox explore the nuances between "finna" and "fixing" while finally tapping into the bottle of Woodford Reserve gifted by Dylan Russell of Sauce Daddy during his guepisode. Shane the Brain strikes again, sharing his interpretation of the acronym E.P., spark…

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Can we say "cracker" ? ( This could be a tense conversation ) 1:11:07

7M ago1:11:07

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Send us a text In this episode of Vendor Chronicles, Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox cover a wild range of topics, from Tina Turner insuring her legendary legs to Ike Turner’s infamous "pimp hand." Things take a serious turn as Shane shares a shocking story about being called a cracker and having a gun pulled on him in a parking lot, leadi…

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Persevere or Disappear 1:03:24

7M ago1:03:24

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Send us a text In this special Veterans Day episode, we honor and give thanks to all the brave men and women who have served, are serving, and will serve in the future. Q the Messenger reflects on attending a Veterans Day assembly at his daughter's school—a powerful moment when he realized the worth of his years of sacrifice in the Air Force throug…

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The New Generation 1:07:40

7M ago1:07:40

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Send us a text In the Season 3 premiere, Shane the Brain breaks down the world of firearms, from calibers to Dirty Harry and sagging pistols, while Q the Messenger reminisces about firing his first gun—a nickel-plated, pearl-handled .38 special. The discussion takes a musical turn with Three Dog Night’s “Joy to the World” setting the vibe. Q the Me…

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Special Guest Jordan Founder of Leaves of Eden CBD 1:10:21

7M ago1:10:21

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Jordan, the Founder of Leaves of Eden CBD, as she takes us through her journey from teaching and coaching gymnastics to building her successful CBD business with her boyfriend, Tom. Jordan shares insights into the differences between spoken and written German, how to properly enjoy sauerkraut, and he…

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Special guest Ase Selah "from the streets to the canvas" 1:26:13

7M ago1:26:13

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Send us a text In this "guepisode" (a clever term coined by Shane the Brain Knox), we sit down with Huntsville’s renowned artist, Ase Selah, to explore his inspiring journey. Growing up on the rough streets of Connecticut, Ase found refuge in art, joining the prestigious CCY art program after high school. Faced with the harsh realities of his envir…

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You might want to skip this episode. 1:18:16

7M ago1:18:16

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Send us a text In this unpredictable and wildly entertaining episode, Q the Messenger reflects on the birth of his son, Ezra, and shares a hilarious story about drinking breast milk in Las Vegas. Shane the Brain recounts his time at a vendor event in Atlanta, raving about the best street tacos he’s ever had and diving into some unforgettable tales.…

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Champagne Shots 1:26:20

7M ago1:26:20

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Send us a text "In this episode of Vendor Chronicles, the crew ventures to a cigar bar, only to find themselves in a strange encounter where the truth proved stranger than fiction. Shane the Brain dives deep into the concept of two things being true depending on time, place, and matter, offering plenty of food for thought. We give a heartfelt shout…

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The Origin of Knox Handmade Toys 1:14:09

7M ago1:14:09

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Send us a text Bringin fresh insights and lively conversation to Vendor Chronicles. Shane impresses with his use of the word ‘indelible,’ gives a shoutout to Miley Cyrus for bringing twerking to the mainstream, and recites Robert Frost’s iconic poem 'Fire and Ice.' We dive into the idea that ‘it’s all in your head,’ explore Spanish slang cuss words…

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Special Guest Dylan Russell owner of Sauce Daddy! 1:11:56

7M ago1:11:56

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Send us a text "In this episode of Vendor Chronicles, Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox sit down with Dylan Russell, founder and owner of Sauce Daddy. Dylan shares his journey into the sauce business, his experiences training in MMA, and a hilarious story about getting punched in the face by 'Big Roman' during sparring, which made him rethin…

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Resuscitation for your thought process 1:12:29

8M ago1:12:29

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Send us a text "In this episode, Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox dive into unforgettable stories and musical moments. We talk about a pimp named Slickback, and Shane attending a wedding with his beautiful family in a turtleneck. Q gives his rendition of Stevie Ray Vaughan’s ‘The Sky Is Crying,’ and the duo ranks their top three guitar play…

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"We don't have to eat the chitlins no more" 1:23:56

8M ago1:23:56

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Send us a text "Shane was on fire in this episode as he and Q the Messenger agree to step out of their comfort zones and try an open mic comedy show. They dive into hilarious and thought-provoking topics, including Dave Chappelle’s skit about the blind Black white supremacist and the different forms of Tourette syndrome—like ‘Roll Tide, bitch!’ Sha…

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Black don't crack 1:03:04

8M ago1:03:04

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Send us a text "In this thought-stimulating, transparent, and truthful episode, Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox dive into everything from a coworker named Blister to a farmer 'outstanding in their field.' We share stories of drinking ice wine near Niagara Falls, unpack the use of curse words, and explore the meaning of 'gay.' We also discu…

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"A Woke Chicken" 1:02:16

8M ago1:02:16

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Send us a text "Season 2 kicks off with a bang as Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox dive into a wild mix of topics, tackling the taboo of discussing politics and religion, and even debating whether the earth is flat or round. What if God is an alien? We explore that, too. Things get hilarious as we talk about being infatuated with little peo…

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Special Guest " Lindsey Pattilo-Keane " 43:53

9M ago43:53

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Send us a text Today on Vendor Chronicles, we have a truly remarkable guest—Lindsey Pattillo-Keane, the first Executive Director of the MidCity District Association. Lindsey is a proud Huntsville native who brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role. She transitioned into this exciting position after serving as the Director of Marketing …

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Chicken and Waffles at Starbucks 1:11:31

9M ago1:11:31

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A case of Budweiser and a bottle of Jack 1:07:52

9M ago1:07:52

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Send us a text "In this unapologetically raw episode of Vendor Chronicles, Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox cover it all—from Tony Hawk and Simone Biles to Egg Beater Jesus, and even Buc-ee’s famous beef jerky. We swap wild stories about bugs in popcorn, bees in margaritas, and the hustle behind organic honey. Dive into our personal origin …

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We can't be friends anymore 1:02:17

9M ago1:02:17

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Send us a text "Ready for the wildest ride yet? In this episode of Vendor Chronicles, Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox break down the roots of early rap music, debate whether you should settle for low expectations or dream big, and spill the tea on Gonzo Fest at MidCity. We tackle the Star Wars vs. Star Trek battle that'll have you saying, …

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To the window, to the wall 1:18:32

9M ago1:18:32

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Send us a text Get ready for a wild ride in this episode of Vendor Chronicles as Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox dive into everything from the deeper meaning of art to the life and influence of Frank Zappa. We question historical figures like J. Edgar Hoover, debate the significance of individual voting, and even reflect on the legacy of B…

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What if we're the aliens? 1:15:15

9M ago1:15:15

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Send us a text Buckle up for a no-holds-barred episode of Vendor Chronicles as Q the Messenger and Shane the Brain Knox tackle everything from controversial constitutional rights to corruption within police departments. We question the mainstream narrative on guns, the military draft, and the gritty realities of boot camp at Lackland Air Force Base…

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Real deep, Real fast 1:19:52

10M ago1:19:52

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Send us a text Join Q the Messanger and Shane the Brain on Huntsville's hottest new podacst Vendor Choronicles. In our groundbreaking first episode, we discuss everything from music to fatherhood to Qs beginnings as an entrepreneur. Support the showBy Q & Shane

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