More EpisodesEp.6 Burger Battle with Chef Lance & Blarney Stone
January 7, 2026
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
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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
