This week on the State & Main Podcast, we sit down with Sean Stevens of White Squirrel Brewery to discuss his journey into brewing, the story behind the brewery, and his vision for the future of downtown Bowling Green.

Sean takes us back through his background and shares how his interest in craft beer eventually became a career. We explore the experiences that shaped him as a brewer, what goes into developing a great beer, and the challenges and rewards of building a brewery rooted in the local community. He also shares the history of White Squirrel Brewery and what makes it such a unique part of Bowling Green’s growing food, beverage, and entertainment scene.

We also dive into the history of the building White Squirrel calls home and the importance of preserving the character of downtown while finding new ways to bring historic spaces back to life. Sean shares his perspective on the growth happening throughout the area, what downtown Bowling Green still needs, and why locally owned businesses will play such an important role in shaping its future.

If you’re interested in craft beer, local history, entrepreneurship, or the continued transformation of downtown Bowling Green, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Happy listening to Episode 9 of the State & Main Podcast!