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February 12, 2025 63 mins

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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