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 River
01:09 Meet Your Hosts: Ben Terri and Alan Bernstein
02:51 The Origins of Tallstacks Festival
06:20 Tallstacks 1988: The Inaugural Event
13:56 Tallstacks 1992: The Second Celebration
16:36 Tallstacks 1995: Expansion and Reenactments
17:36 Tallstacks 1999: A Decline in Attendance
17:57 Tallstacks 2003: Music and Entertainment
21:49 Tallstacks 2006: Overcoming Challenges
29:54 Volunteer Heroes and the Garbage Truck Stern Line
31:52 The Mutiny on the President
38:01 Red Hat Ladies Chaos
42:03 Word of the Day: Fuddy Duddy
44:54 Teen Slang Challenge
53:45 Conclusion and Farewell

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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,' which is scheduled for October 2025. The hosts provide insights into the festival's components, including music, culture, cuisine, and the anticipated arrival of various riverboats from across the United States.

00:00 Introduction to Ramblin' on the River
01:23 Meet the Hosts: Ben, Alan, and Terri
01:47 Listener Emails and Fan Interactions
04:08 Terri's Lisp and Funny Anecdotes
05:28 Bloopers and Mishaps: Part 1
07:48 Navigating the Tennessee River
13:18 Grounding the Belle of Cincinnati
15:51 Rescue Operations and Passenger Safety
25:21 The Captain Ben Incident
30:40 Building the Diorama
31:20 Animatronics and Chuck E. Cheese
32:05 The Sinking Barge Incident
34:29 Coast Guard and Missing Documents
37:48 Tying Up the Boat in Town
43:19 Blooper Story Time
43:38 Word of the Day: Flotsam and Jetsam
48:27 America's River Roots Festival
59:14 Podcast Conclusion and Farewell

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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 of belief and perseverance. Personal anecdotes and humorous recollections enrich these stories.

00:00 Introduction to Ramblin' on the River
00:45 Meet the Bernstein Family
01:44 Podcast Housekeeping
02:15 Global Reach and Listener Stats
03:14 Introducing the USS Nightmare
03:46 Guest Appearance: Allen Rizzo
04:15 History of the USS Nightmare
06:23 The Haunted Attraction's Early Days
07:26 Building the Haunted House
12:47 Challenges and Funny Stories
36:57 Expansion and New Ventures
39:43 The Pristine Museum
40:09 The Mitchell Massacre
41:55 Blending Folklore with History
43:15 Rechristening the Boats
45:12 Haunted House Industry Insights
47:38 The Millionth Passenger
49:10 The USS Nightmare Experience
56:34 The Legendary Haunt Tour
01:05:42 Al's Cancer Journey
01:16:21 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

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