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Between the Levees

The Living History Collection

In this podcast, we discuss the living histories of maritime industry personnel in all areas of the business.

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All Episodes

00:55:00

Tim and Zach Shocklee/RampStop Marine Services

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2023/04/09

In this episode of Between the Levees, we take a detour from the usual. This one is a deep dive into one of the many supporting services that keep this industry rolling. I'm joined by a father and son, Tim Shocklee, the proprietor and operator of RampStop Marine Services, and his son, Zach, an integral part of the next generation of the business. We discuss family, a busy career with an entrepreneurial mindset that never quieted, the rise of RampStop, present desires, and future

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00:27:30

Brian Gerk/USMC, VP of Engineering (Reliant Maritime...

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2023/04/06

On this episode, I am joined by Brian Gerk, a Marine and riverman at heart. We discuss the life that led him to the industry, and the life the industry has provided him since. He found himself in the engine room as often as he could, and has, thus far, followed that career track for over two decades. Please support our sponsor: https://www.rampstop.com/Default.asp

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00:11:56

Tom Cornwell/Consultant, Retired Sr. Manager of...

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2023/04/05

In this quick episode of Between the Levees, Mr. Tom Cornwell joins me on the show to chat about his early life, his family, a 46 year career in the industry, and his plans for retirement one day. Please check out our sponsor: https://ingrambarge.com/home.php https://ingrambarge.com/join.php

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00:42:19

Vicki Cain/Retired River Rat, My First Boss

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2023/04/04

On this episode of the show, finally, I am joined by Vicki Cain. She took a shot on me in mid-2015 to bring me into the best industry in the country. We discuss her journey through a 40 year career, her childhood, her son, and her many hobbies and interests in retirement. Music by Chad Jenkins: https://youtu.be/08qn-R7RKeE

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00:31:33

Billy Watkins/1st Generation Riverman, Heavy Tow...

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2023/04/04

I am joined by Captain Billy Watkins on this episode. He's spent 35 years in the industry and trained many pilots, his son-in-law, Roman Cail, included. His son is also very close to reaching the wheelhouse, and if his youngest daughter decides to tie the knot, there will be yet another river man in the family. The industry has treated him well, and he does everything he can to return that favor. Please check out our

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00:35:48

Coy Lawrence/2nd Generation Riverman, "The Godfather...

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2023/04/03

In this episode of Between the Levees, at long last, I sit down with Coy Lawrence. This was, I think, our fourth or fifth meeting as we experienced technical difficulties with all previous attempts. We discuss the usual questions, some old friends, and the industry today. (There are audio/visual glitches scattered throughout, but you don't miss out on anything.) Please visit our sponsor: https://www.rampstop.com/Default.asp

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00:42:46

Roman Cail/National Guard Vet, New Heavy Tow Pilot,...

Between the Levees ·

2023/04/03

In this episode of Between the Levees, I sit down with Roman Cail, a new heavy tow pilot on the Lower Mississippi River, to talk through his upbringing, his military service, and his career following an ascent up the ranks, through Ingram's Steering program, and into the wheelhouse. Please visit our sponsor: https://ingrambarge.com/home.php https://ingrambarge.com/join.php

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00:27:40

Gerald East Jr./4th Generation Towboater,...

Between the Levees ·

2023/04/02

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Gerald East Jr., a 4th-generation towboater with a big idea to bring the industry forward a few years. We discuss his grandfather, his father, his experience growing up in the industry, and his new idea, Riverbank Professionals, that will simplify matching available pilots and deckhands with companies looking to fill those roles. It is intended to be a marketplace for labor and opportunities, and much more. Check out his website @

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01:09:21

Steve Alley/Retired VP of Sales (Ingram Barge Company)

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2023/04/01

In this special episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Mr. Steve Alley, the now-retired Vice President of Sales for Ingram Barge Company. The newest vessel built by Ingram was named in his honor. We discuss his early life, family, storied career, and life since retirement. Please check out our sponsor: https://www.ingrambarge.com/home.php https://www.ingrambarge.com/join.php

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01:00:05

Mark Czarnecki/Executive VP of Sales (M/G Transport)

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2023/04/01

I'm joined for this episode by Mark Czarnecki, now the Executive Vice President of Sales @ M/G Transport. I had the pleasure of working about 10 feet from him (when he was in the office, that is...) at my first job in the industry with AEP River Operations in Convent, La. As per usual, we discuss his early upbringing, his introduction to the industry between the levees, his many years in dispatch, the jump to sales, and his feelings and insights about the industry today.

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00:52:44

Chance Savant/USCG, Pilot, Father

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2023/03/31

In this episode of Between the Levees, I sit down with Chance Savant to discuss his upbringing, his stint in the Coast Guard, his career in the maritime world, and his views and opinions on current issues facing the industry. Outro Music: "Down River" by Chad Jenkins (deckhand in the industry) https://open.spotify.com/track/16uPj8... https://youtu.be/nOYQkeOpzos

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00:53:12

Mary McCarthy/Director of Sustainability and...

Between the Levees ·

2023/03/29

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm very happy to finally host Mary McCarthy to discuss her life, career ambitions, and passion for an industry she fell into by chance. Her successes and accomplishments are shining examples of what hard work and ambition can bring in professional life. When she isn't working or serving on an industry board, she also runs an organization in New Orleans that provides monthly networking opportunities for young local industry talent.

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01:24:19

David Ryan/VP of Sales and Marketing (Associated...

Between the Levees ·

2023/03/28

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by David Ryan, the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Associated Terminals. He's been busy since childhood and remains as such. Some excerpts of his resume not discussed in this episode are as follows... - In the Maritime/Maritime Adjacent Industry for over 30 years - Served as the Executive Chairman of the Board for the Mississippi Trade and Transport Council - Served on the University of New Orleans Transportation Advisory Board -

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00:55:18

Darren Chambers/Roving Dispatcher, Industry Man

Between the Levees ·

2023/03/20

I'm joined for this episode of Between the Levees by Darren Chambers who spent many years in the industry from the deck to the office. We chat about his years on deck, old friends, a family vacation, and his many adventures through the shoreside logistics world.

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00:30:13

Kenny Creppel/Navy Vet, Fleet Dispatcher, Family Man

Between the Levees ·

2023/03/18

From down da bayou and up da road, I'm joined on this episode of Between the Levees by Kenny Creppel, a dispatcher for almost 27 years whose love for the industry is apparent in his many recollections. Aside from his industry experience, we discuss a childhood growing up in Lafitte, Louisiana, a four-year Navy career, and a series of restarts along the way.

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00:34:33

Jimbo "Jrock" Cheatham/3rd Generation Riverman on...

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2023/03/17

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Captain "Jrock" Cheatham. Among other things, we discuss his varied career, his family, and his developing social media aspirations.

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01:06:25

Kyle Pfenning/Riverman, YouTube.com/@marktwained

Between the Levees ·

2023/03/09

At long last, I'm joined yet again on the Between the Levees Podcast by Kyle Pfenning. We've been fighting technical issues and re-scheduling for a few weeks now. We chat about his childhood, his experiences in the industry, a few detours, family, and his YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/@marktwained www.youtube.com/@whereyatstudiosllc

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00:45:22

Craig E. Philip/Former CEO (Ingram Barge), Etc...

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2023/03/08

In this special episode of the Between the Levees Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Craig E. Philip, PhD, an Ivy league student with a passion for the maritime industry and a towboat bearing his name. We discuss his life, career, his family, and the state of the industry today. Try and keep up. This one moves fast.

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00:45:27

Terence Gomez/Chief Operating Officer (M/G Transport)

Between the Levees ·

2023/03/08

In this episode of Between the Levees, Terence Gomez joins me for a chat. We discuss the usual round of questions to learn more about an illustrious career that developed alongside the industry in the New Orleans area, his family, an eventual retirement, and the temporary peace he finds on the local fairways and greens.

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00:30:07

Jeff Kindl/Retired VP of Gulf Operations (ACBL)

Between the Levees ·

2023/03/06

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Jeff Kindl, the recently retired VP of Gulf Operations for ACBL. I worked with him following ACBL's acquisition of AEP from early 2016 to mid 2018. We discuss his entrance into the maritime industry, the development of a busy career, his family, and plans for a few more rounds of golf.

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