#13 - McClain Campbell: Bartender, Happy Medium

Voted San Diego Magazine’s 2025 Bartender of the Year, McClain Campbell grew up in the small town of Rensselaer, Indiana, before making the leap to Southern California to chase his dreams. Today, he’s behind the bar, and helping lead the team at Happy Medium, one of North Park’s most exciting new spots In this episode, McClain shares his journey: from learning to connect with people from all walks of life, to navigating the challenges of opening a new bar and managing the chaos that comes with it. He also opens up about mental health, the mentors who shaped his career, and how he’s building a future in hospitality while staying true to himself. Find all episodes of Wellness On The Rocks on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Follow us: @guyfeirisrealboy @happymediumsd @sandiegomag @wellness_ontherocks @taylorredmondmcquade