More EpisodesEp.7 The DTSF Burger Battle Community with Vaney Hariri and Monk’s Ale House
January 14, 2026
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.
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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
