After a brief delay, 'Ramblin on the River,' is back! Hosts Ben,Terri, and Alan Bernstein are joined by guest Bill Kinseler. They embark on a nostalgic journey through the history of the Bernstein family's ventures in the restaurant and excursion boat business, particularly highlighting the legacy of the Mike Fink restaurant. The episode covers memorable stories, including the freezing winter of 1977-78, the saving of the Mike Fink from the ice, and various personal anecdotes about the family's operations and relationships with other prominent Cincinnati river families. They also reflect on Shirley Bernstein's impactful role and notable moments related to the family's business. Additionally, the episode includes updates on the podcast's reach and listener statistics, the latest news from the passenger vessel industry, and a special word of the day—'deadheading,' related to boat operations.

00:00 Introduction to Ramblin on the River
01:10 Meet the Hosts: Ben Terry and Alan Bernstein
01:24 Catching Up After a Long Hiatus
03:45 Medical Challenges and Family Stories
10:19 Introducing Special Guest: Bill Kinsler
19:58 The Bernstein Family's River Adventures
28:23 Unexpected Purchase: The Airplane Hangar
29:27 Navigating the River with Alan Bernstein
30:17 Power Lines Incident and Temporary Offices
31:39 The Bell Cincinnati and Shirley Cyphers
35:52 Pontoon Boat and the Homeless Man
40:14 Family Business and Career Paths
45:25 Remembering Shirley and Family Legacy
52:56 Deadheading Explained
56:17 Current Events and Coast Guard News
01:00:58 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

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In this episode of Ramblin' on the River, we get into fond memories and hilarious anecdotes about their family, riverboat adventures, and interactions with long-time associates. From childhood summers to the origins of Cincinnati's hospitality landscape, the episode offers a journey through the family history, supplemented by engaging stories with special guest and former VP of Operations, Josh Mehling. The episode also features commentary on business operations, practical jokes, and meaningful relationships formed over the years. Additionally, listeners get insights into the inner workings of BB Riverboats and hear about Terri Bernstein's recognition as one of the Northern Kentucky Tribune's Newsmakers of 2024.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:39 Welcome to Ramblin on the River
01:09 Meet Your Hosts: Ben and Alan Bernstein
02:47 Special Guest: Josh Mailing
04:21 Josh's Early Days at BB Riverboats
10:52 Hilarious Work Stories and Mishaps
29:02 The Infamous Xbox Incident
35:40 Susan and the Beef Tips Incident
37:29 Practical Jokes on the Cruise
39:26 Sleepwalking and Chocolate
40:19 The Car Key Mystery
43:09 Tall Stacks Chaos
50:19 Flatboats and River History
56:28 Current Events and Awards
01:00:20 Amusement Park Adventures
01:07:43 Conclusion and Farewell

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In this episode we share nostalgic stories about Al's childhood growing up in Cincinnati. They discuss growing up in the Ohio River Valley, their family dynamics, including humorous and heartfelt anecdotes about siblings and pets. The episode touches on events like America's River Roots festival, the significance of hosting the captain's ball, and the family's pet stories, providing a deep dive into their family history and cherished memories.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:39 Welcome to the Podcast
01:45 Listener Engagement and Feedback
02:24 Childhood Memories: School Days
04:27 Sibling Stories and Family Dynamics
20:28 Family Pets and Adventures
25:18 Grandma's Love for Animals
26:15 The Story of Segunda
30:59 Family Vacations and Memories
33:05 Childhood Friends and Memories
37:46 Sports and Neighborhood Life
41:34 Word of the Day: Toe the Line
45:11 Upcoming Events and Announcements
52:19 Conclusion and Farewell

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