More EpisodesEp.32 Complete Streets, Walkability, and Community with AARP SD
July 8, 2026
Join Brandon on a deep-dive with DTSF Board Chair, Erik Gaikowski, State Director at AARP SD. They discuss what it takes to build Downtown Sioux Falls into the most walkable district in the region. Learn about the origins of Open Streets and how AARP SD helped DTSF, Inc. develop this event in our community.
Plus, hear about the new Winter Market coming to Downtown Sioux Falls this December thanks to an AARP Livable Communities grant.
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Ep.42 Downtown Vibes
Brandon welcomes Brian Gramm, CEO of Journey Construction, to the podcast. They reminisce about all the fun had at Riverfest, the famous Journey red construction hats in the kid’s zone, and Brian shares why his company loves to invest in this beloved event and beyond. The two discuss community and development in downtown and what makes (and hopefully, keeps) the good vibes in the district.
Today’s ‘Member Moment’ highlights Pork Showdown participant, Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen with owner Barry Putzke.
Downtown Pork Showdown continues through October 31st. Find a list of all participating locations and dishes at dtsf.com
October 14, 2026
Ep.41 6th Annual Downtown Pork Showdown
Porktober is here! Downtown Pork Showdown runs October 1-31st with 26 competing dishes across the downtown district. Find all locations and pork creations at dtsf.com
Brandon is joined by Tina Erickson, Executive Director of the South Dakota Pork Producers Council to talk all things Pork! SDDPC is in their 3rd year of sponsoring the Downtown Pork Showdown. Jim Entenman and Chris Wise join the podcast to share about the specialty pork dish offerings at Nunzio’s and Blackfork Farms, both located on the Cherapa Campus.
Today’s ‘Member Moment’ features Devon Giesen from Rivage Oak Kitchen, also a participant in this year’s Pork Showdown.
October 7, 2026
Ep.40 SDSU + The Pavilion + Open Streets
SDSU Day meets Open Streets this Friday, October 2nd on Main Avenue next to the Washington Pavilion.
Today’s guests, Sanjeev Kumar and Maddy Grogan share about this new event tradition.
First, Sanjeev Kumar, Dean of the Jerome J. Lohr School of Engineering at SDSU, talks with Brandon about what to expect at the event including exciting projects presented by engineering students.
Next, Maddy Grogan, Director of Education and Museums at the Washington Pavilion, shares how their partnership with SDSU builds educational opportunities for all ages.
September 30, 2026
