The Fred Minnick Show: Shane Smith and Bennett Brown

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March 27, 2025

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On this episode of The Fred Minnick Show presented by BAXUS, Fred’s guests are Shane Smith and Bennett Brown of the band Shane Smith and the Saints.

The Austin, Texas-based band formed in 2011 and has been touring relentlessly ever since. Shane Smith and the Saints have four studio albums to their credit, and they have had their music featured on the hit series, “Yellowstone.”

During the episode, they talk about the importance of community, a devastating bus fire, Red Dirt music, Yellowstone and plenty more. Along the way, they sip Woodinville 90 Proof, Larceny B524, Penelope 9 Year Barrel Strength, Vintage Jim Beam, Michter’s 20 Year and Obtainium 28 Year Canadian Whiskey.

Thanks to BAXUS for sponsoring and for Shane Smith and Bennett Brown for being on the show!

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The Fred Minnick Show features spirits author, historian and curator Fred Minnick, who interviews celebrities over good drinks. Through the journey, the artists open up to Minnick about life tribulations, what it’s like on the road and their favorite foods. Really, it’s just two people tasting and talking. The show is presented by BAXUS.