On the latest Downtown Dish, Charlie’s back from summer (and baby!) break with guest co-host Betsy Potter from ICDD, and they’re chatting with Josh Immerfall—the owner of Donnelly's Pub and mastermind behind some of Downtown’s newest bars and restaurants, including Scout's Honor, Camp, and Giddy Up.

Josh shares how and why get got involved with the service industry, why themed bars are his secret sauce, and how he keeps Iowa City’s nightlife fresh for each new wave of customers. From finding specialized décor to building spaces where people connect, this one’s packed with behind-the-scenes stories and laughs.

Tune in for a peek into the intricate planning and analysis behind bar ownership—plus Iowa City’s only mechanical bull, the best garlic-butter pizza crust in town, and more from the city’s nightlife scene.

About Downtown Dish: The hit Iowa City radio show is now a hit Iowa City podcast! Join Anna and Charlie every month as they dish on everything about downtown Iowa City, including interviews with area movers and shakers, news headlines, and even some spicy gossip!

This show is presented in partnership between the Downtown Iowa City District and the Corridor Business Journal, and is produced and distributed by Upload Media Group.