Unofficial Seaworld Podcast

The Unofficial Seaworld Podcast team is back with an amazing episode with 3 incredible interviews!  In this episode we talk to SeaWorld's new Youth Ambassador Bindi Irwin about her new along with what kids will be able to do with Generation Nature, and SeaWorld Kids. We also talk to SeaWorld Animal Ambassador and corporate curator Julie Scardina about her amazing role at SeaWorld, and how SeaWorld is working around the globe on animal conservation to help conserve and preserve wildlife and wild places. Erin talks with Aquatica San Antonio Vice President Tim Morrow about the new aviary coming to Aquatica, what the guest experience will be, and what guests can expect when it opens this May. Mike also shares information about Super Fan meets up in San Diego and San Antonio, and we also announce a winner to our contest announced in the last episode. So get ready to have you mind blown, as you listen to the latest episode of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast with your hosts Eric, Mike and Erin.

We have a big episode for you!  The Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast team is getting ready for the big 50th meet up at SeaWorld San Diego where you can join them on March 22nd.  Get your tickets now to the 50th meet up! Mike introduces us to Frank Todd who is the man who wrote the book on penguin care for SeaWorld and the world!  This interview is not to be missed!  Frank Todd is our new hero! Eric takes you on location to Aqutica in Orlando where he talks to Bryan Nadeu the VP of Aquatica and gets more details on Ihu's Breakaway Falls Then Erin takes you to San Antonio where she was onsite getting a tour of the new Aviary coming to Aquatica San Antonio Kyle Kitlteson is back with a new Marine Mammal Trainer Minute where he talks about positive reinforcement, and how you can use it in your daily life! BGTFans.com are back with a new Busch Gardens Minute where they let us know when Falcons Fury is going to open. Erin then finishes the show with a super fan interview with John McKinney @JohnM93 on twitter, where he

Episode 18 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast is jam packed from beginning to end with amazing SeaWorld news from your favorite SeaWorld Parks in Orlando, San Diego and San Antonio. On March 22nd, 2014 MiceChat and the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast will be holding a 50th meet up, that will be the event of the year!  You can book online at MiceChat.com    Eric talks to SeaWorld CEO Jim Atchinson about the Polar Plunge that happened at Aquatica in Orlando, then Eric talks to Bryan Nadeu the VP of Aquatica.  We also bring back the Busch Gardens Minute where we get an update on the park from BGTFans.com and then Erin shares her story about being stuck on Cheetah Hunt. Mike sits down to talk to Pedro who is in charge o Animal Care at SeaWorld Orlando, and is also on the hit TV Show SeaRescue.  Pedro shares some amazing animal rescue stories. Erin sits down with Seaworld Superfan Drew aka @FlyingSeaLion on twitter to talk about why he loves SeaWorld. We also invite anyone who has been bullied online to please email t

Welcome to episode 17 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast! This episode we’re going to talk about the Polar Plunge for the Special Olympics, heartwarming Manatee Rescues, the SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Conservation spotlight and much more! Erin brings us a special Superfan interview, and Eric sits down with Cathy Valeriano to talk about the amazing food coming to Bands Brews and BBQ at SeaWorld Orlando. We are also going to recap Wild Days, hear from the amazing Kyle Kittleson with the latest Marine Mammal Trainer Minute, talk about some record crowds at SeaWorld and we share an interesting rumor or two of what is coming. So put on your wetsuit and let’s dive in!

Welcome to episode 16 the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast! We have had an incredible year, and we are thrilled to be celebrating one year. Last year we started out as a brand new show, with no friends or followers, and here we are today, breaking global news, talking to SeaWorld trainers, and bringing the podcast to thousands of people every month. We have been humbled by how the show has grown over the past 12 months, and we are hopeful, that we will continue to grow,with participation from you, our fans. In this episode we go over the year in review, revisiting all the stories and interviews we’ve covered over the past year. This episode also sees the launch of an awesome new segment that features the famous Kyle Kittleson, and the continuation of the SeaWorld Busch Gardens Conservation Fund Spotlight when we sit down and talk to SeaWorld San Antonio Animal Ambassador Clay Carbajal about his trip to Africa to learn about the Painted Dogs. We also comment on Blackfish failing to get the nomination for the Acade

Ho ho ho, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year.  We are back with episode 15 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast and  we're thrilled to bring you part 2 of our SeaWorld Christmas special, with lots of treats.  We have a recap on our Super Fan meet up at SeaWorld Orlando for the 40th anniversary with an interview with Sarah McGuire the Sr Dolphin Trainer at SeaWorld Orlando, news on two more Super Fan meetups for 2014 in San Diego and San Antonio, and we also have two awesome “Why I love SeaWorld” by two incredible Superfans.  Also on tap for this episode is a reintroduction of our SeaWorld conservation fun spotlight, and we share the latest breaking news from all 3 SeaWorld Parks. Also as a special treat, this special Christmas episode of the Unofficial Seaworld Podcast we will play the soundtrack to Shamu Christmas Miracles in the background. So buckle up, let's dive in. If you enjoyed the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast please send us an email to UnofficialSeaWorld@gmail.com or call us at 530-289

We are back with Episode 14 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast, where we take you inside the incredible Christmas offerings at SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego and San Antonio.  We also share breaking news about the show pool at Shamu Stadium in Orlando closing for the first few months of 2014 while they refurbish it, then we talk about the Killer Whale Calf born in San Antonio.   We talk to the President of SeaWorld Orlando Terry Prather about what the Christmas experience is at SeaWorld Orlando, and we ask him what his favorite part is!  We also talk to the Director of Animal Training Kelly Flaherty Clark about the new upclose Shamu Experience that will take place while the show pool at Shamu Stadium is closed, and what guests can expect, and why you should plan a visit to SeaWorld Orlando to experience this unique and limited time experience.  Erin also brings us a special Animal Spotlight for the holidays as she shares the differences between Polar Bears and Penguins, then we talk about what you can expect if

Welcome back to Episode 13 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast where your hosts Eric, Mike and Erin are here to share with you that latest SeaWorld news, rumors and inforamtion as we talk about what is happening at all 3 SeaWorld Parks in San Diego, Orlando and San Antonio.  Since launching the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast in January, we have been making tweaks and changes all year, trying to provide the best possible show, to all you SeaWorld superfans! And after talking to a lot of you, getting some great feedback, we are making some big changes that will result in more breaking news, better news coverage, and hopefully it will be more entertaining to all of our listeners out there! The first big change, is we have asked Erin aka SpacedOutShamu on Twitter to join us as our 3rd host! Erin will be taking a more active role, where she will continue to provide the Animal spotlight, but will also help with the news and commentary In our interview with Dennis Wirzman the man in charge of Entertainment at SeaWorld P

Welcome back to episode 12 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast, in this epsidoe we talk about the History of SeaWorld San Diego, Orlando and San Antonio.  We talk about why we love SeaWorld, and you should love SeaWorld too! We interview former Dolphin and Orca Trainer Kyle Kittleson who now runs MarineMammalTrainer.com and he shares his journey from a kid in the stands to working with Orcas at One Ocea at SeaWorld Orlando. We also hear from Super Fans, Hal, Becca and Jaci as they share the reasons why they love SeaWorld and how SeaWorld inspires them. Erin aka SpacedOutShamu has her animal spotlight on Orcas, and why she loves SeaWorld! This podcast is dedicated to all the hardworking people who make it possible for millions of people a year experience the SeaWorld parks, connect with animals, and learn how we need to protect our Oceans.

We are back with a big episode, which is our Halloween episode, where we will tak you to SeaWorld San Antonio, and Orlando to look at HowlOScream and Spooktacular. SeaWorld News & Rumors General SeaWorld News and Rumors discussed in this episode: We talk about the rumor of a killer whale treadmill We talk about the rumor of a new Shamu Rock Shows We talk about the legal hurdles left before Killer Whale trainers can get back in the water with the Orcas We talk about the float announced for the Macy's Holiday Parade that will tease the Sea of Surprises for SeaWorld's 50th Anniversary SeaWorld Orlando News and Rumors discussed in this episode: We walk you through the SeaWorld Halloween Spooktacular event  We discuss the new waterslide that was announced for Aquatica Orlando And we have a special review of Antarctica by Lee and Tracey from the Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast SeaWorld San Digeo News and Rumors discussed in this episode: We review the Family walk that raised money for the Children's h

Welcome back everyone to the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast episode 10!  That is right we are now in the double digits!   In this episode we will bring you news from all 3 SeaWorld Parks, SeaWorld Orlando, San Antonio and San Diego, along with an incredible interview with Catherine Brown a Sea Lion trainer at SeaWorld San Antonio, talk to Super Fan Becca, and Super Fan Erin who just came back from Career Camp at SeaWorld Orlando. We also have an animal spotlight on Harbor Seals, some inspring Sea Rescue stories and more!

In this episode of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast we go behind the scenes at Antarctica, we go live on location where SeaWorld returns 4 rescued and rehabilitated Manatees back into the wild.  We also talk to SeaWorld Superfan @GlenC1212 about why he likes SeaWorld. Eric & Mike also take on the movie BlackFish, and examine what is factually incorrect, and rebute assertions made by the movie about BlackFish.  SeaWorld Superfan Victoria hosts the first Animal Spotlight segment, giving us an update on the plight of Sea Otters in the wild, and how SeaWorld is helping people get close and protect these endangered animals. We also end the show with a great Explore A Park segment, where we take you to Shamu Rocks, where you can virtually enjoy SeaWorld Summer Nights with us.   Please share your SeaWorld stories, news, rumors and trips with us by contacting us! By Email: UnofficialSeaWorld@gmail.com By Telephone: 530-289-6722 By Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/UnofficialSeaworldPodcast Have a Whale of a Day!

Welcome to episode 8 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast! In this episode, we talk about the amazing Summer Nights offerings at the SeaWorld parks in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego.  We also talk about news from Antarctica in Orlando, where penguins are now no longer jumping out of the enclosure, so the nets are coming down!  We also look at new offerings at Aquatica in San Antonio, and talk about SeaWorld San Diego's new park entrance under construction, along with the canges to the Cirque De Mar show. In the end we explore the Sea Lions tonight show, along with some animal rescues in Florida!  So sit back relax, and dive into the Unofficial SeaWorld Pdocast with us!

We are thrilled to bring you episode 7 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast!  In th is episode we discuss the 50th Anniversary Celebration for the SeaWorld Parks, along with the Grand Opening of Aquatica in San Diego, by talking to David Cromwell the Vice President of Aquatica San Diego, and Jenifer Miller, Animal Ambassador for Aquatica San Diego. We also talk about Sea rescues and returns happening in Orlando and San Diego, where a Dolphin was rescued after being stranded, and a manatee was returned to the wild after being nursed back to health!   We also talk about rumors of new shows, new rides, and some potential new international SeaWorld parks!  At the end we explore the world famous Shamu Show "One Ocean"  So sit back relax and dive into the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast with us!

In the last episode of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast we brought you lots of news about the upcoming grand opening of SeaWorld Orlando’s Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin. We follow up on that by bringing you recordings of our live coverage of the grand opening, audio of the experience itself, as well as an interview with Brian Morrow the creative mind behind Antarctica and designer of so many other fantastic SeaWorld attractions. We were thrilled to be able to sit down with Brian and ask him some questions about Antarctica, and Brian teased us with hints of possible upcoming SeaWorld attractions. We also have the audio of Lauren Alaina singing the attractions theme song live at the grand opening, guest reactions to the experience and our own take on what we thought about Antarctica, so buckle up and let’s get rolling with episode 6 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast!

We are excited to bring you episode 5 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast. This month we have two exciting podcasts for you; this podcast which is pre-Antarctica, where we talk about all the latest news, rumors, and construction updates about Antarctica, and a second one that will be post launch of this marvelous addition to the SeaWorld attraction family. Featured in this episode we are thrilled to have as guests two very exciting people who we have managed to get exclusive interviews with; the first is with SeaWorld Orlando’s VP of Culinary Operations and the second exciting interview is with the Assistant Curator of Birds.They will be tantalizing us with delicious hints of the new food treats to come with the opening of Antarctica, as well as giving us insights and fascinating facts about penguins, the heroes of SeaWorld Orlando’s newest and most innovative ride to date, Antarctica: Empire of the Penguins. We also have Joseph Taylor discussing SeaWorld San Diego, including updates on upcoming shows and cons

Welcome back everyone to episode 4 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast!  We have a lot of news this month, and a lot to cover in animal rescues, as the West Coast’s sea lion emergency continues with record amounts of sea lion rescues. Included in this month’s podcast we have coverage of SeaWorld’s recent successful launch onto the New York Stock Exchange, with commentary from SeaWorld CEO James Atchison. We also have trip reports, show reviews, news on the Just For Kids Festival at SeaWorld San Antonio, updates on coming attractions, news about old shows and new, and a continued countdown to the opening of Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin. Last, but certainly not least, we have a thrilling journey in store for you as you listen to the audio track of Viva La Musica, an amazing festival in SeaWorld Orlando.

Hello everyone, we are thrilled to bring you episode 3 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast where we talk about all the latest news, rumors, rescues, history and more about your favorite SeaWorld parks in Orlando, San Diego and San Antonio.  In this epsidoe we have an incredible exclusive interview with Brian Morrow the creative mind behind Manta, Turtle Trek 4-D and Antartcia: Empire of the Penguins, about his creative process, what research SeaWorld conducted before building Antartica, and what the emotional journey will be! We also discuss troubling marine mamal news on both Coasts where Manatees in Florida have been dying, and Sea Lions in California are beaching themselves in record numbers, and we discuss how SeaWorld's Rescue teams, and the Hubb-SeaWorld Research teams are helping with these tragedies.  We also invite you to explore the park with us, as we listen to Clyde and Seymore Take Pirate Island.  So sit back relax, and dive in!

Welcome back everyone to episode 2 of the Unofficial SeaWorld Podcast!  On this episode you will notice the format has been tweaked just a bit to make the podcast flow better, and you’ll also notice a bigger focus on animals as animal rescues have their own segment now. This month we have confirmed rumors to update you with as well as some new rumors that have surfaced about new shows possibly coming to the parks, changes to existing shows and more. Eric and Mike also discuss the controversial Blackfish film, made famous by its debut in this year’s Sundance Film Festival. Also in this month’s podcast we have a very special announcement concerning the construction of SeaWorld Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin! Last, but certainly not least, we have a thrilling journey in store for you as you listen to the entire audio track of the magical Turtle Trek 4-D. So tune in for all this and much more!

What's new and what's news at the SeaWorld parks? Find out on the Unofficial SeaWorld podcast. Meet Eric and Mike, your hosts for this journey into liquid space.