Sentinels of the Sea Podcast Episode 3: Going Underground
Did you know The Marine Mammal Center recirculates and disinfects up to 75,000 gallons of water per hour? Or that the computer system that makes this happen sits in what was once a Cold War-era missile bunker? Tune in to the third episode of the Sentinels of the Sea podcast as we take a behind-the-scenes look at the intricate web of underground systems that keep the world's largest marine mammal hospital running at full strength.
Featuring:
- Tony Williams – Life Support Systems & Facilities Technician – The Marine Mammal Center
- Jason Barcelon – Director of Life Support Systems – The Marine Mammal Center
Narrated by: Giancarlo Rulli
Length: 3:59
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