More EpisodesEp.40 SDSU + The Pavilion + Open Streets
September 30, 2026
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.
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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.39 Downtown Loft Tours with Lloyd
Tune in as Brandon talks with Ella Mork and Jonah Rasmussen from Lloyd Properties about this weekend’s Downtown Loft Tour and Parade of Apartments. Learn more about living Downtown and join the tour of five downtown properties on Saturday, September 26th.
Taryn talks with Kjerstin Blotske, Advanced Markets Operations Consultant at Sammons Financial Group for today’s ‘Member Moment’.
September 30, 2026
