What really happened to SeaWorld Ohio 🐳 the only SeaWorld park in history to permanently close?

In this episode of the Park Peeps Podcast, hosts Joey (@JoeyNolfI) and Demi (@MagicalHijinx) are joined by George Browning, popular theme park YouTuber, to investigate the strange and fascinating history of one of America's most infamous abandoned theme parks 🎢

Located near Cleveland, Ohio, SeaWorld Ohio was once home to iconic orca shows, a massive Shamu arena (the first in the SeaWorld chain), and even wild attractions like water-skiing elephants, animatronic dinosaurs, Pirates 4D, the Mission: Bermuda Triangle simulator, and the now-notorious Baywatch stunt show—which ended in a shocking boat crash accident.

We dive deep into:

• • Why SeaWorld Ohio closed — and why it’s the only SeaWorld park ever shut down
  • The park's legal inability to construct rides so as not to compete with the roller coasters of Geauga Lake

• • The park’s transformation into the huge Six Flags Worlds of Adventure upon Six Flags acquisition 🎡

  • Its final days as Geauga Lake, and what remains of the land today

  • Unbelievable moments from the park’s past: from the “Shamu for Mayor” show to creepy eBay-listed dinosaur animatronics that you can buy today.

  • The rise and fall of animal entertainment, orca whale shows, and behind-the-scenes mishaps

  Whether you're a theme park nostalgia junkie, a fan of abandoned places, or fascinated by forgotten amusement history, this deep dive into SeaWorld Ohio is a must-listen.

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Join Park Peeps Podcast hosts Joey Nolfi (@JoeyNolfi) and Demi (@MagicalHijinx) as they welcome special guest Ken Pozek, Florida real estate expert and Disney insider, to reveal the secrets of Disney’s Golden Oak, the ultra-luxury residential community located inside Walt Disney World. 🏰✨

Discover what it’s really like to live on Disney property in multi-million-dollar homes, including the incredible perks of Golden Oak, its unbeatable proximity to the theme parks, and the exclusive lifestyle that few get to experience 💰 Dive into the magic behind the wildest themed homes inspired by ❄️ Frozen, Finding Nemo, Pirates of the Caribbean, ✨Star Wars, and more — plus how Disney has control over the exterior look and feel of each home to maintain the magic.

If you’re dreaming of buying a home at Disney World or moving to Central Florida to live closer to the enchantment, Ken shares invaluable moving tips and real estate advice for theme park lovers considering a relocation to Orlando.

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Things get heated as the Park Peeps crew ranks all 18 roller coasters at Cedar Point — the world’s best coaster park — from worst to best 🎢 Does Top Thrill 2 finally live up to the hype after a full season of operation? Is Steel Vengeance strong enough to dethrone Millennium Force as the top coaster in the park? And which classic ride do guest Mike Molinari and cohost Demi (@MagicalHijinx) absolutely hate, much to the chagrin of cohost Joey Nolfi (@JoeyNolfi) ?

From must-rides to major skips, this is the ultimate Cedar Point coaster smackdown — featuring 🔥 fiery opinions, nostalgic debates, and plenty of coaster tea.

🎙 Hosted by Joey Nolfi and Demi, with guest Mike Molinari
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