LA's Own Marineland

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  • Pt. 12: Marineland’s Legacy

    Pt. 12: Marineland’s Legacy

    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…

  • Pt. 11: Trouble at SeaWorld

    Pt. 11: Trouble at SeaWorld

    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.

  • Pt. 6: Eye to Eye with Orky and Corky

    Pt. 6: Eye to Eye with Orky and Corky

    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.

  • Pt. 3: Hello Hollywood, Bye Bye Bimbo

    Pt. 3: Hello Hollywood, Bye Bye Bimbo

    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.

  • Pt. 2: A Whale of a Star

    Pt. 2: A Whale of a Star

    On the second episode of “LA’s Own Marineland,” Bubbles the whale makes her debut at the park, turning around its fortunes and making headlines around the world. Later, a potential star attraction is reeled in in the Newport Beach harbor and we’ll meet one of the most beloved Marinelanders, trainer Art Thomas.