Captain Pete Ciaramitaro joins me on the show to talk through what may well be a 50-year career working all across our river systems by the end of next year. Joining Southern Towing in 1976, he climbed the ladder to the wheelhouse in a short time. In this episode, we hear about his development as a river pilot with a stepfather in the wheelhouse, becoming a licensed pilot at 21 years old, his early years in the industry, time spent running passenger vessels, and an honor of his life, running Captain on the M/V MISSISSIPPI, the largest diesel towboat ever built, for the Corps of Engineers. We hear also about some old friends of his, his time as a port captain, a lifetime of memories, and a twist of fate.Please check out our episode sponsor: Southern Devallhttps://www.southerndevall.com/https://www.southerndevall.com/About/https://www.southerndevall.com/Careers/