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 about family dynamics, notable events, and recipes from El Greco's menu. Two infamous stories are revisited - a mishap as a valet and a humorous restaurant incident involving Alan's mother. The episode also touches on the challenges and successes encountere...

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 insights into current riverboat industry trends and the economic landscape. Tune in for an engaging mix of history, humor, and river lore.00:00 Introduction to Ramblin' on the River00:39 Meet the Hosts: Ben, Alan, and Terri01:51 Listener Engagement and Soci...

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 also features humorous anecdotes about family and work life, interactions with fans, and a segment on modern slang terms.00:00 Introduction to Ramblin on the River01:09 Meet Your Hosts: Ben Terri and Alan Bernstein02:51 The Origins of Tallstacks Festival06...

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 barge. They also discuss how the crew managed to improvise mooring situations by tying their vessel to unconventional objects. The episode concludes with exciting news about the return of the 'Tall Stacks' festival, now called 'America's River Roots,' wh...

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 highlights behind-the-scenes stories, memorable moments, and the growth of this fall tradition in Cincinnati. Additionally, Alan shares his profound medical journey from low platelet levels to a life-saving liver transplant, underscoring the importance ...

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 hospitality industry and includes amusing and heartfelt stories, debates on historical dates, and intricate recollections of Alan's youthful adventures, working as a busboy at the Vegetarian hotel, and eventually finding his way to Gilbert's hotel. The Bernstein'...

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 upon amusing bartending anecdotes, encounters with law enforcement, and the memorable heist that crowned the Belle of Cincinnati as an official river pirate boat. Additionally, the episode provides valuable safety tips for attending the WEBN Fireworks e...

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 accomplishments that shaped the association. Guests include John Groundwater, Executive Director of PVA, who shares his journey from the broadcasting industry to leading PVA. The episode also covers memorable and humorous events from past conventions, e...

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 the renovation, and the journey of towing the World Peace Belle upriver. Special guest Troy Manthey, owner and operator of Yacht Starship, joins to share his unique experiences and insights from the river boating industry. The episode concludes with updat...

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 family discusses their riverboat business operations and the challenges of managing a family-run company. The episode concludes with a sneak peek into next week's episode, which will feature Captain Troy Manthey and the acquisition of the Belle of Cincinna...