Ramblin' on the River
The Bernstein family has been a prevalent name in Cincinnati's hospitality landscape since the 1960s. Ramblin' on the River is a collection of their stories, tales, and experiences from their entrepreneurial endeavors in the restaurant and excursion boat business. Join the Bernstein family as they take you on a journey through their history in their family's own unique style.
Episodes
20 episodes
Episode 20 - Bill Kinzeler
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 e...
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Episode 20
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Episode 19 - Voices from our Past - Josh Mehling
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 ...
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Episode 19
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Episode 18 - Al's Childhood
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 t...
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Episode 18
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Episode 17 - Gateway Clipper Fleet
In this episode of the Ramblin' on the River' podcast, the family discusses their experiences with BB Riverboats, including collaborations with Gateway Clipper Fleet in Pittsburgh. Special guest Terry Wirginis from the Gateway Clipper Fleet sha...
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Episode 17
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Episode 16 - Crockett's and the River Cafe
This engaging episode of Ramblin' on the River delves into the rich history of the Bernstein family's involvement in Cincinnati's hospitality landscape. Hosts Ben, Terri, and Alan Bernstein discuss the family's entrepreneurial journey, touching...
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Episode 16
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Episode 15 - Mike Fink
In this episode of 'Ramblin on the River' the Bernstein family explores the colorful history of their family's involvement in Cincinnati's hospitality business, focusing on the iconic Mike Fink riverboat restaurant. The discussion spans the boa...
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Episode 15
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Episode 14 - El Greco
In this episode of 'Ramblin on the River, the podcast dives into the legacy of the Bernstein family's involvement in Cincinnati's hospitality scene, particularly focusing on their restaurant, El Greco. The script is peppered with anecdotes abou...
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Episode 13 - Tall Stacks Pt. 2
In the second part of this Tall Stacks episode of Ramblin' on the River the Bernstein's share humorous and heartwarming stories from the past festivals. The hosts also getinto the origin of the phrase 'three sheets to the wind' and provide insi...
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Episode 12 - Tall Stacks Pt. 1
In this episode, the Bernstein family dives into the history of Cincinnati's Tall Stacks festivals, from their inception in 1988 through various installments, highlighting stories of successes, challenges, and memorable moments. The episode als...
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Episode 12
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Episode 11 - Bloopers Pt. 1
In this episode of 'Ramblin' on the River' share a series of humorous and intriguing maritime stories, including the two groundings of the Belle of Cincinnati, the partial sinking of the Captain Ben, and the unfortunate sinking of the diorama b...
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Episode 11
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Episode 10 - The USS Nightmare
This episode features a blend of intriguing family history and inspirational medical resilience. The family discusses the transformation of old riverboats into the famed haunted attraction, the USS Nightmare. Joined by Allen Rizzo, the episode ...
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Episode 10
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Episode 9 - Catskill Mountains
This episode of 'Ramblin on the River,' takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the family's history, focusing on Alan's summer of 1969 in the Catskill Mountains. The episode dives into the family's entrepreneurial past in the hospitalit...
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Episode 9
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Episode 8 - Potpourri
In this engaging episode of 'Ramblin on the River,' The Bernsteins recount their family's deep-rooted history in Cincinnati, from their early restaurant days to humorous and heartfelt stories involving local icons like Carl Lindner. They touch ...
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Episode 8
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1:00:35
Episode 7 - Passenger Vessel Association
In this episode, we delve into the history and growth of the Passenger Vessel Association (PVA). From its roots as the National Association of Passenger Vessel Owners (NAPVO) to its current form, the podcast features anecdotes, challenges, and ...
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Episode 7
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Episode 6 - Purchase of the Belle of Cincinnati
This episode of 'Ramblin on the River' focuses on the acquisition and renovation of the Belle of Cincinnati. The episode features vivid storytelling about the summer adventure in New Orleans, unexpected challenges and humorous mishaps during th...
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Episode 6
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Episode 5 - Alan & Mary Bernstein
This episode delves deeply into humorous and heartfelt stories, from amusing retellings of family Christmases and vasectomy mishaps to sentimental recollections of Alan and Mary Bernstein's love story. Interspersed with these anecdotes, the fam...
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Episode 5
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Episode 4 - 1982 World's Fair
This episode of the 'Rambling on the River' podcast highlights their participation in the 1982 World's Fair in Knoxville, Tennessee. The episode covers the acquisition and preparation of boats like the Becky Thatcher, and the various logi...
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Episode 4
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Episode 3 - Ben and Shirley Bernstein
This episode of the 'Ramblin' on the River' podcast covers the history and entrepreneurial spirit of the Bernstein family. Meet the Patriarch and Matriarch of the family, Ben and Shirley Bernstein, and hear about their love story during WWII. T...
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Episode 2 - A Summer on the Delta Queen
This episode of Ramblin' on the River, sponsored by BB Riverboats, begins with Alan Bernstein reminiscing about his experiences on the Delta Queen in 1970, including humorous and heartfelt stories about jobs, learning values, and even an unexpe...
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Episode 2
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Episode 1 - Welcome to Ramblin' on the River!
A Bernstein Family Legacy: Steamboats, Stories, and StartupsThe inaugural episode of Ramblin on the River, presented by BB Riverboats, starts with a nostalgic look at summertime in the Ohio River Valley. Hosts Ben, Terri, and Alan Berns...
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Episode 1
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