Episode 3 - Ben and Shirley Bernstein

24/07/2024 57 min
Episode 3 - Ben and Shirley Bernstein

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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 River01:25 Meet the Hosts: The Bernstein Family02:19 International Audience and Previous Episode Recap03:15 Story Time: Ben and Shirley Bernstein04:11 High School Sweethearts and Early Years05:06 World War II and Long-Distance Love11:07 Post-War Life and Starting a Family27:23 The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Grandpa30:57 Expansion and Success31:20 Reflecting on Unique Restaurants31:54 Dad's Fearless Spirit32:31 Dad's Illness and Passing33:21 Remembering Dad's Legacy33:40 Mom and Dad: The Perfect Team34:19 Funeral and Reception35:34 Family Memories and Awards39:11 Word of the Day: Offtaglubloozem46:10 Current Events: Newport Blast55:58 Conclusion and Next Episode PreviewPlease 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 [email protected]. Thank you for listening!