Episode 589: Horrors of SeaWorld Part II - Free Tilly
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Shifting Tides: Orca Training at SeaWorld
This chapter delves into the evolution of SeaWorld's orca shows, examining the transition from performance-based exhibitions to more educational presentations and the end of their breeding program. It highlights the emotional bonds between trainers and orcas, alongside the challenges and complexities of training these powerful animals amidst a backdrop of misleading practices and marketing. The narrative also addresses serious incidents involving trainers, underscoring the inherent risks of working with these majestic yet dangerous creatures.
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