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 River01:25 Meet the Hosts: Ben, Alan, and Family02:21 Engage with Us: Follow, Like, and Subscribe03:20 Recap of Previous Episodes04:28 Special Guest: Troy Manthey04:37 The Belle of Cincinnati: Acquisition and Renovation07:50 Challenges and Adventures in New Orleans22:04 Sea Trials and Rescue Boat Mishaps34:30 The World Peace Belle Journey38:42 The Belle's Journey Begins39:14 Ceremonies and Celebrations41:09 Practical Jokes on the River42:20 The Final Stops and Christening46:19 Reflections and Future Plans51:23 Word of the Day:Bamboozled53:57 Family Updates and Personal Stories54:13 Current Events and Family Bragging01:08:06 Looking Ahead: BB Riverboats and PVA01:09:00 Conclusion and FarewellPlease 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!

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