Hey Neighbor: Tech Terrace Talks

Good Line Beer Co. Owners: Shawn Phillips and Chris Troutman

In this episode Chris Troutman and Shawn Phillips, co-founders of Good Line Beer Company in Tech Terrace, share how they secured the Boston Avenue building just before COVID, delayed opening, and used that time to refine recipes and learn commercial brewing through hands-on collaboration with other Texas brewers. They describe Good Line’s neighborhood-focused approach, events like trivia and pint night, rotating food trucks, and address early concerns about being seen as a late-night bar. They also discuss opening a Wolfforth satellite taproom. Make sure you check out Good Line if you haven’t already!   Thanks for listening to this episode of Hey Neighbor!   Social Media Facebook: Tech Terrace UNIT Instagram: @techterracerealestate @techterraceunit   Want to get connected with a podcast guest? Contact the Tech Terrace Real Estate office by emailing morgan@techterrace.com.

Tech Terrace Neighbor: Carla Mahan

In this episode, Carla Mahan, a longtime Tech Terrace resident on 22nd Street, talks with Shawn about neighborhood life, from Yard of the Month and association events to the desire for stronger connections among neighbors. She shares her family story, three kids and eleven grandkids, and their tradition of Monday-night family dinners, alongside a discussion of downsizing versus keeping space for future grandkid visits. Carla remembers moving to the neighborhood in the mid-1980s, raising children who attended our local schools and her career at LISD and Texas Tech. She also describes her travels to Australia. You don’t want to miss this episode.   Thanks for listening to this episode of Hey Neighbor!   Social Media Facebook: Tech Terrace UNIT Instagram: @techterracerealestate @techterraceunit   Want to get connected with a podcast guest? Contact the Tech Terrace Real Estate office by emailing morgan@techterrace.com.

Jet Seideman

In this episode, Jet Seideman talks about life growing up in the neighborhood, how his parents have lived on 20th Street since 1985, and how that influenced his path into real estate and appraising. Jet talks about growing up biking the neighborhood, attending Roscoe Wilson and Hutch, and discusses Tech Terrace’s distinctive character, walkability, architecture, and strong word-of-mouth housing market. Shawn and Jet discuss renovations, rising home values, rentals vs. homeowners, and they also touch on schooling, parenting anxiety, how COVID changed student behavior and parties, and their connections to Texas Tech. Stay tuned for another great episode!   Thanks for listening to this episode of Hey Neighbor!   Social Media Facebook: Tech Terrace UNIT Instagram: @techterracerealestate @techterraceunit   Want to get connected with a podcast guest? Contact the Tech Terrace Real Estate office by emailing morgan@techterrace.com.

Casa Capelli Salon Owner: David Castro

Hey neighbors! This episode introduces David Castro, owner of Casa Capelli Salon at 27th and Boston in Tech Terrace. David been doing hair for over a decade and has run his current salon for 11 years alongside his mother Sylvia, a hairstylist of 46 years. They discuss the salon’s long presence in the building, purchasing the property after renting, and how nearby businesses like the bakery, coffee shop, brewery, and food trucks have increased activity in the area. The episode highlights how trust and conversation are central to the hairstyling profession and emphasizes David's appreciation for Tech Terrace’s convenient lifestyle. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hey Neighbor!   Social Media Facebook: Tech Terrace UNIT Instagram: @techterracerealestate @techterraceunit   Want to get connected with a podcast guest? Contact the Tech Terrace Real Estate office by emailing morgan@techterrace.com.

Brulee Bakery Owner: Bea Ferrel

Hey neighbors! In today's episode, Shawn sits down with Bea, owner of Brûlée Bakery in Tech Terrace, nearing four years in business. Bea shares the bakery’s top sellers, why they added a full coffee bar after customer demand (partnering with Monomyth), and how tight production planning and multi-day baking processes can lead to sellouts. She recounts her California baking background, culinary school, moving to Lubbock, and growing the shop to a 10-person team. They also talk about Tech Terrace’s small-town neighborhood feel, food-focused travel, and Brûlée’s variety of baked goods that they offer.   Thanks for listening to this episode of Hey Neighbor!   Social Media Facebook: Tech Terrace UNIT Instagram: @techterracerealestate @techterraceunit   Want to get connected with a podcast guest? Contact the Tech Terrace Real Estate office by emailing morgan@techterrace.com.