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August 14, 2024 70 mins

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 updates on the hosts' families and plans for future topics, including the Passenger Vessel Association and the Tall Stacks festival.

00:00 Introduction to Ramblin on the River
01:25 Meet the Hosts: Ben, Alan, and Family
02:21 Engage with Us: Follow, Like, and Subscribe
03:20 Recap of Previous Episodes
04:28 Special Guest: Troy Manthey
04:37 The Belle of Cincinnati: Acquisition and Renovation
07:50 Challenges and Adventures in New Orleans
22:04 Sea Trials and Rescue Boat Mishaps
34:30 The World Peace Belle Journey
38:42 The Belle's Journey Begins
39:14 Ceremonies and Celebrations
41:09 Practical Jokes on the River
42:20 The Final Stops and Christening
46:19 Reflections and Future Plans
51:23 Word of the Day:Bamboozled
53:57 Family Updates and Personal Stories
54:13 Current Events and Family Bragging
01:08:06 Looking Ahead: BB Riverboats and PVA
01:09:00 Conclusion and Farewell

Please like and subscribe to this show. Connect with us on our Facebook or Instagram page. Check out our website at RamblinontheRiver.com or email us directly at podcast@bbriverboats.com. Thank you for listening!

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