This episode of the 'Ramblin' on the River' podcast covers the history and entrepreneurial spirit of the Bernstein family. Meet the Patriarch and Matriarch of the family, Ben and Shirley Bernstein, and hear about their love story during WWII. The podcast highlights the family's journey in the restaurant business, and shares humorous and heartfelt family anecdotes, including the formation and growth of their many properties. The episode concludes with a tribute to the late patriarch, his entrepreneurial spirit, and the family's continuing legacy, along with discussing recent and upcoming events.

00:00 Introduction to Ramblin' on the River
01:25 Meet the Hosts: The Bernstein Family
02:19 International Audience and Previous Episode Recap
03:15 Story Time: Ben and Shirley Bernstein
04:11 High School Sweethearts and Early Years
05:06 World War II and Long-Distance Love
11:07 Post-War Life and Starting a Family
27:23 The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Grandpa
30:57 Expansion and Success
31:20 Reflecting on Unique Restaurants
31:54 Dad's Fearless Spirit
32:31 Dad's Illness and Passing
33:21 Remembering Dad's Legacy
33:40 Mom and Dad: The Perfect Team
34:19 Funeral and Reception
35:34 Family Memories and Awards
39:11 Word of the Day: Offtaglubloozem
46:10 Current Events: Newport Blast
55:58 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

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