DTSF Podcast
Hello, Downtown!
Podcast from Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. featuring local celebrities, restauranteurs, influencers, politicians, residents, retailers, guides and friends of the district. Hosted by CEO, Brandon Hanson. New episodes Wednesdays.
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
Ep.10 Downtown Together
On the first of this February Founder series, Brandon talks with David Doxtad, president of ISG and committed DTSF supporter about what to look forward to in the near and far future of Downtown Sioux Falls.
Taryn invites Ryan Martin from First Western Bank to this episode’s ‘Member Moment’ – Ryan invents a creative mascot for Downtown Sioux Falls.
February 11, 2026
Ep.9 Eating Local with Pomegranate Market
Tune in to hear Brandon talk with Jonah Snyder of Pomegranate Market about his grocery’s first experience with the DTSF Burger Battle in their new Downtown location.
After, Taryn talks with Sara Jamison, owner of Terra Shepherd Boutique on today’s ‘Member Moment’.
January 28, 2026
Ep.8 Biofuels and Burgers
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.
Ep.7 The DTSF Burger Battle Community with Vaney Hariri and Monk’s Ale House
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.
January 14, 2026
27m
Ep.6 Burger Battle with Chef Lance & Blarney Stone
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
January 7, 2026
36m
Ep.5 Year-End Reflections from DTSF
Listen in to host, Brandon Hanson and guest, Jodi Schwan (of Align Content Studio) reflect on both the triumphs and tribulations of the 2025 Downtown Sioux Falls environment. Look ahead to 2026 in DTSF with some previews of what is to come.
This episode’s “Member Moment” features Terry Schuver of Downtown retail stronghold, Sticks and Steel.
December 31, 2025
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Ep.4 Hello, Downtown! After Hours: Parade of Lights
Our very first holiday episode! For this, we polished and shined the livestream conversations had in the DTSF Phillips Avenue storefront office during the 33rd Annual Parade of Lights.
You’ll hear Brandon talk with five of the 2025 Parade Float Judges: from First Bank and Trust; of Think 3D, Erik Gaikowski of , , and the 2025 Parade Grand Marshall.
We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Warm Holiday season!
December 24, 2025
46m
Ep.3 The Downtown BID
Brandon talks with BID Board Members, Mike Hart of the Downtown marketing firm Fresh Produce and Anita Wetsch of 605 Real Estate about the evolution and benefits of the Downtown Sioux Falls Business Improvement District (BID).
Kelly Grovijahn from MK Threads talks with Taryn for today’s “Member Moment”.
December 17, 2025
36m
Ep.2 Walking, Working and Living Downtown
Tune in to hear DTSF CEO, Brandon Hanson in conversation with Downtown resident and South Dakota Representative, Kadyn Wittman and AARP’s State Director, Erik Gaikowski. They discuss the benefits of a building a community-friendly Downtown.
Today’s “Member Moment” features Emily Wilson, Commitment to Community Coordinator for First Interstate Bank Sioux Falls.
December 11, 2025
34m
Ep.1 Hello, Downtown! City Planning for Downtown Growth
We kick off our new podcast season with local planning guru, Jeff Eckhoff, City Councilor, Jennifer Sigette, and a special “Member Moment” with Cole Snyder of Envive Chiropractic.
Join host, Brandon Hanson, CEO of DTSF, Inc. as he explores what makes our Downtown the heartbeat of Sioux Falls.
December 3, 2025
35m
