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.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
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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
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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.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
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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
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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

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
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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
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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.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
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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
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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