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Podcast from Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. featuring local celebrities, restauranteurs, influencers, politicians, residents, retailers, guides and friends of the district. Hosted by CEO, Brandon Hanson.

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    Downtown Together

    On the first of this February Founder series, Brandon talks with David Doxtad, president of ISG and committed DTSF supporter about what to look forward to in the near and far future of Downtown Sioux Falls. Taryn invites Ryan Martin from First Western Bank to this episode's 'Member Moment' - Ryan invents a creative mascot for Downtown Sioux Falls.

    35 min

  2. JAN 28

    Eating Local with Pomegranate Market

    Tune in to hear Brandon talk with Jonah Snyder of Pomegranate Market about his grocery's first experience with the DTSF Burger Battle in their new Downtown location. After, Taryn talks with Sara Jamison, owner of Terra Shepherd Boutique on today's 'Member Moment'.

    37 min

  3. JAN 21

    Biofuels and Burgers

    Listen to this special episode as Brandon talks with Erin Branick from POET (the 2026 Burger Battle sponsor), and a deep-dive with Chef Chris Hanmer from CH Patisserie as he makes his way through his first Burger Battle. This episode's 'Member Moment' features Greg Koch of 605 Running.

    35 min
  4. The DTSF Burger Battle Community with Vaney Hariri and Monk's Ale House

    JAN 14

    The DTSF Burger Battle Community with Vaney Hariri and Monk's Ale House

    We're smack in the middle of the 2026 DTSF Burger Battle ! This week, tune in to hear Brandon talk with Downtown resident, business owner, and Burger Battle enthusiast, Vaney Hariri of Think3D. Then, hear from Beau Vondra and Brent Abdouch of Monk's Ale House - the 2025 Burger Battle "Top Sales" winner (6,000+ burgers sold last January) - to learn their most-prized trade secrets. Finally, a 'Member Moment' with Jeff Danz of Zandbroz Variety.

    27 min

  5. JAN 7

    Burger Battle with Chef Lance & Blarney Stone

    Burger Battle 2026 is on!! In this episode, Brandon uncovers the creative process behind a winning burger with 2025 Burger Battle Champion, Chef Lance of Chef Lance's on Phillips. Later, he speaks with Nick Wanner of Blarney Stone about the preparation necessary for selling thousands of burgers in one month. Finally, a 'Member Moment' with Tami Brown of The Spice & Tea Exchange on Phillips. Find more information on Burger Battle at www.dtsf.com

    35 min

  6. 12/31/2025

    Year-End Reflections from DTSF

    Listen in to host, Brandon Hanson and guest, Jodi Schwan (of Align Content Studio) reflect on both the triumphs and tribulations of the 2025 Downtown Sioux Falls environment. Look ahead to 2026 in DTSF with some previews of what is to come. This episode's "Member Moment" features Terry Schuver of Downtown retail stronghold, Sticks and Steel.

    37 min
  7. After-hours: Parade of Lights

    12/24/2025

    After-hours: Parade of Lights

    Our very first holiday episode! For this, we polished and shined the livestream conversations had in the DTSF Phillips Avenue storefront office during the 33rd Annual Parade of Lights. You'll hear Brandon talk with five of the 2025 Parade Float Judges: Adam Price from First Bank and Trust; Vaney Hariri of Think 3D, Erik Gaikowski of AARP SD, Mayor Paul TenHaken, and Shawn Pritchett, the 2025 Parade Grand Marshall. We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Warm Holiday season!

    46 min
  8. The Downtown BID

    12/17/2025

    The Downtown BID

    Brandon talks with BID Board Members, Mike Hart of the Downtown marketing firm Fresh Produce and Anita Wetsch of 605 Real Estate about the evolution and benefits of the Downtown Sioux Falls Business Improvement District (BID). Kelly Grovijahn from MK Threads talks with Taryn for today's "Member Moment".

    35 min

  9. 12/11/2025

    Walking, Working and Living Downtown

    Tune in to hear DTSF CEO, Brandon Hanson in conversation with Downtown resident and South Dakota Representative, Kadyn Wittman and AARP's State Director, Erik Gaikowski. They discuss the benefits of a building a community-friendly Downtown. Today's "Member Moment" features Emily Wilson, Commitment to Community Coordinator for First Interstate Bank Sioux Falls.

    34 min

  10. 12/03/2025

    Hello, Downtown! City Planning for Downtown Growth

    We kick off our new podcast season with local planning guru, Jeff Eckhoff, City Councilor Jennifer Sigette, and a special "Member Moment" with Cole Snyder of Envive Chiropractic. Join host, Brandon Hanson, CEO of DTSF, Inc. as he explores what makes our Downtown the heartbeat of Sioux Falls.

    35 min
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About

Podcast from Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. featuring local celebrities, restauranteurs, influencers, politicians, residents, retailers, guides and friends of the district. Hosted by CEO, Brandon Hanson.

Information

  • Creator
    Downtown Sioux Falls
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Downtown Sioux Falls
  • Show Website
    Hello, Downtown!