More EpisodesEp.8 Biofuels and Burgers
January 22, 2026
Listen to this special episode as Brandon talks with Erin Branick from (the 2026 Burger Battle sponsor), and a deep-dive with Chef Chris Hanmer from as he makes his way through his first Burger Battle.
This episode’s ‘Member Moment’ features Greg Koch of 605 Running Co.
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Ep.13 The Gateway to Downtown
Hear from Senior VP of Relationship Banking at First Premier Bank, Tony Nour as he talks with Brandon during our ‘Founder February’ series about his business’s culture of giving back.
Following, a ‘Member Moment’ with Taryn and Mel Guse, owner of Gist Wine Shop.
February 19, 2026
Ep.12 Burgers with George Motz
Enjoy this special Burger Battle follow-up conversation with host Brandon Hanson and the infamous Burger Scholar, George Motz. George chimes in with his expert recommendations on what constitutes a burger and how best to judge a burger battle competition. Hear about George’s upcoming Hamburger Picture Book and his NYC restaurant (Hamburger America) selling their 1,000,000th burger this past month.
Ep.11 It Takes a Village
Hear from Micki Lundin, Director of Community Partnerships at Avera, as she and Brandon discuss the successes and development of Downtown through enduring public and private partnerships.
After, a ‘Member Moment’ with Taryn and Jennifer Seifert-Brenna, Vice President of Lloyd Hospitality Group.
February 11, 2026
