A Bernstein Family Legacy: Steamboats, Stories, and Startups The 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 Bernstein introduce themselves and the podcast, which will chronicle the stories and history of the Bernstein family's journey in Cincinnati's hospitality and riverboat businesses. Detailed anecdotes include Alan's youth in Ecuador, the origins of the family's restaurant business, and the eventual inception of BB Riverboats. Highlights include a humorous tale of a mistranslation in a speech, a recount of Alan's impromptu job on the Delta Queen, and a discussion on rail jumping incidents. The episode sets the stage for future explorations of family stories, riverboat life, and the rich history of their entrepreneurial ventures. 00:00 Introduction to Ramblin on the River 01:23 Meet the Hosts: Ben, Alan, and Terri 01:43 The Birth of the Podcast 01:56 Setting Expectations and Listener Engagement 03:18 Alan's Podcast Inspiration 04:39 Family Stories and Alan's Health Journey 07:58 Terri's Educational Background 10:38 Ben's Background and Boat Handling Skills 13:04 Alan's Early Life and Career 18:11 Life in Ecuador: Alan's Teenage Years 30:19 Alan's Start on the Delta Queen 36:26 Grandma's Happiness and College Dropout 37:08 Gregory Steakhouse and El Greco 41:20 The Mike Fink Era 43:39 Benson's Catering and Rebranding 46:40 Covington Landing and Joint Ventures 54:50 Rail Jumping and Safety Concerns 01:04:11 Conclusion and Future EpisodesPlease like and subscribe to this show. Connect with us on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559987272590">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ramblinontheriver/">Instagram </a>page. Check out our website at <a href="https://www.ramblinontheriver.com/">RamblinontheRiver.com</a> or email us directly at podcast@bbriverboats.com. Thank you for listening!

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 Bernstein introduce themselves and the podcast, which will chronicle the stories and history of the Bernstein family's journey in Cincinnati's hospitality and riverboat businesses. Detailed anecdotes include Alan's youth in Ecuador, the origins of the family's resta...

Episode 1 - Welcome to Ramblin' on the River!