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Tony Prebula of Saints Row Brewing
Episode 229
Thursday, 2 April, 2026

In this episode, Tony Prebula reflects on nearly a decade of running Saints Row, sharing insights into the challenges of small business ownership, community building, and the emotional journey of closing a beloved brewery and taproom. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about craft beer, family, and what’s next.Tony’s journey from opening Saints Row in Rockville to relocating in GaithersburgThe importance of community, friendships, and local support in the craft beer industryThe challenges faced by small breweries during COVID-19 and economic shiftsBalancing family life with the demanding brewery businessThe creative process in developing innovative beers and maintaining qualityCelebrating special events like Lagerfest, open houses, and community gatheringsThe emotional impact of closing Saints Row and what’s ahead for TonyThe collaboration and camaraderie among local breweriesHighlights of upcoming events: Lagerfest and the farewell open houseUpcoming Events:Lagerfest at Saints Row - April 18thLadies’ Night at Saints Row - April 29thFarewell Open House - May 2ndJoin us to celebrate Tony’s impactful journey, enjoy local beers, and share your favorite Saints Row moments. Cheers to community, craft, and new beginnings!Thank you for tuning in! Follow what's happening in the DC scene at DCBeer.com and @dcbeer on social media. Support us at Patreon.com/DCBeer Thanks to our monthly supporters Quinten Patterson C Sandoval Gilbert Glickstein Ethan Sapperstein Sean Whipkey Randy Mills Ryan Llalan Fowler Michael Losi Adam Heisenberg Brian Jeff Lucas Micaela Carrazco Lauren Sean Moffitt Anthony Scipione johnna infanti Catherine Ramirez Kristin Adam Frank Tyler Lynch Jared Prager Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Juan Deliz Mike Lastort James Wisnieski Chris Frome Sam Chip Tory Roberts Chris DeLoose Lauren Cary Clifton B Scott Pavlica Greg Antrim jeffrey garrison Alexis Smith Dan Goldbeck Anthony Budny Greg Parnas Frank Chang Kim Klyberg Chris Girardot Alyssa jeffrey katz Andrew MacWilliams Jamie Jackson Meegan Mike Rucki Jason Tucker Nick Gardner Amber Farris Sarah Ray Peter Jones Blue2026 Brad Stengel Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Stephen Claeys Julie Verratti DFA Howie Kendrick