Pt. 10: Sunk

In the twelfth and final episode of “LA’s Own Marineland,” we’re going to take a look at the park’s legacy and ponder what could have been if things turned out differently. We’ll also follow up on the lives of the animals that were transferred to other parks after Marineland's closure. Finally, we’ll get the last word on the Marineland from those who know it best and loved it most, Marinelanders themselves. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

In episode 11 of "LA's Own Marineland," we'll explore Orky and Corky's journey from Marineland to SeaWorld San Diego and the controversy surrounding the opening of the new Shamu stadium. Meet James Monaghan, Marineland's new owner, and learn about his plans for a marine-themed hotel with park attractions. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

In episode 10 of "LA's Own Marineland," we delve into the park's last weeks, the fight to keep it open, and the intense public backlash against Harcourt Brace Jovanovich. We also explore HBJ's mishandling of animal transitions and the profound heartbreak experienced by employees and the local community after the closure. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

Episode 9 of "LA's Own Marineland" delves into the aftermath of Harcourt, Brace, Jovanovich's acquisition, highlighting the poignant night when Orky and Corky were relocated to SeaWorld. Additionally, we unravel an unforgettable night in the park's 33-year history, courtesy of Dave Mulligan. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

In the eighth episode of "LA's Own Marineland," the park flourishes by emphasizing its unique blend of interactive experiences and educational value. We explore the remarkable bond between Bubbles the pilot whale and her dolphin companions. Additionally, Corky gives birth to her longest-living calf, while an incident in the orca tank sends the Marineland community into a frenzy. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

In episode 7 of "LA's Own Marineland," we witness the park's strategic efforts to outshine its southern competition through the introduction of thrilling attractions that allow visitors to engage with marine life up close. This era also marks a groundbreaking shift towards emphasizing education and fostering rescue initiatives. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

On the sixth episode of “LA’s Own Marineland, we’ll learn more about Orky and Corky from the Marinelanders who knew them best. We’ll also recount the park's grand re-opening/re-theming as Hanna-Barbera’s Marineland in 1978. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

On our fifth episode of “LA’s Own Marineland" we discuss the brief, but bombastic, Twentieth Century Fox era of the park, led by the king of disaster films, Irwin Allen. Later, we’re going to get into the tanks with some Marineland trainers and learn how they got the animals to do such amazing behaviors. We’ll also revisit one of the park's greatest joys and tragedies, the birth of Corky’s first calf. Finally, the park goes into battle with two local municipalities over much-needed park improvements. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

On our fourth episode of “LA’s Own Marineland,” we’ll enter the 1970s and the new decade brings two new stars to Marineland, Orky and Corky. They would go on to become to most famous pair of killer whales in the world, but that was after a series of long-forgotten orcas passed through the Seaside Stadium. We’ll also discuss how the park's waning attendance led to it being sold to an iconic LA entertainment company. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/

On episode three, we’ll discuss how Bimbo the pilot whale’s continuing troubles led Marineland staff to make a tough decision about his future. We’ll also look into the growing business of killer whale capture and retrace the beginnings of one of Marineland’s most iconic landmarks, the sky tower. LA's Own Marineland is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://marinelandpodcast.com/