• Episode 17 - Gateway Clipper Fleet

  • Nov 13 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
  • Podcast

Episode 17 - Gateway Clipper Fleet

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the Ramblin' on the River' podcast, the family discusses their experiences with BB Riverboats, including collaborations with Gateway Clipper Fleet in Pittsburgh. Special guest Terry Wirginis from the Gateway Clipper Fleet shares stories about his family's business and their mutual influences. The conversation covers their mutual experiences, past ventures, humorous incidents, and the close-knit nature of the passenger vessel industry. This episode offers a blend of history, camaraderie, and the enduring bonds formed within the riverboat community.

    00:00 Introduction to Ramblin on the River
    01:23 Meet Your Hosts: Ben Terry and Alan Bernstein
    02:08 A Journey Through the Bernstein Family History
    02:49 Special Guest: Terry Wurgenis from Pittsburgh
    03:48 The Origins of the Gateway Clipper Fleet
    05:20 The Role of Betty Blake and John Conley
    06:38 Terry Wurgenis' Early Involvement
    10:14 The Transition to the Ohio State University
    11:36 The Return to the Family Business
    18:22 The Good Ship Lollipop Saga
    22:41 Personal Stories and Friendships
    28:19 The Bells of St. Louis Event
    31:17 John's Leadership and Industry Insights
    32:46 Casino Business Beginnings
    34:11 Challenges and Successes in the Casino Industry
    35:55 Understanding H Boats and Their Classes
    38:53 The Evolution of Passenger Vessels
    46:24 The Importance of Industry Collaboration
    52:48 Gateway Clipper Fleet and Pittsburgh's Beauty
    56:09 Rambling on the River: Word of the Day
    59:37 Conclusion and Farewell

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