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Expedition Unknown

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Archaeology
Himalayas
Genghis Khan
True Cross
Yonaguni Ruins
Ancient Civilizations
Shangri-La
Teotihuacan
Mongolia
Underwater Exploration
Israel
Turkey
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Buddhism
1715 Spanish Treasure Fleet
Burhan Haldun
Ulaanbaatar
Geological Formations
Tectonic Activity
Jerusalem

Find out the truth behind popular, bizarre legends. Expedition Unknown, a podcast from Discovery, chronicles the adventures of Josh Gates as he investigates unsolved iconic stories across the globe. With direct audio from the hit TV show, you’ll hear Gates explore stories like the disappearance of Amelia Earhart in the south Pacific and the location of Captain Morgan's treasure in Panama. These au... more

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Latest Episodes

Josh Gates treks deep into Colombia's deadly jungle to unravel the El Dorado myth and retrace the steps of Spanish conquistadors. Josh meets with the tribe who inspired the legend of a city of gold and unearths their treasure in a surprising location... more

Join Alex Honnold as he hosts Planet Visionaries, the podcast exploring bold ideas and big solutions in partnership with the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative. We have become big fans this season and hope you enjoy it too.

With brand-new evidence Josh looks to finally crack the DB Cooper case, America's only unsolved skyjacking. A deathbed confession and cutting-edge forensics have Josh hot on the trail of the $200,000 ransom that's never been recovered.

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A three-man crew of Navy pilots training for World War 2 crashed into the Pacific Ocean 75 years ago. Josh Gates teams up with Project Recover on a daring mission to find their plane and bring closure for the three souls who have never been found.

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Recent Guests

Valerie Van Heest
Author, researcher, and diving team leader at the Michigan Shipwreck Research Association
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Episode: Searching For America's Lost Flight
Captain Dale Dye
Decorated marine and military historian, advisor on films including Saving Private Ryan
Episode: Digging Into D-Day
Marvin Barish
Foremost expert on the Cyclops disappearance and author
Episode: Revealing the Triangle
Andy Morocco
Leading expert on the disappearance of Flight 19
Episode: Revealing the Triangle
Rob McGregor
25-year Bermuda Triangle researcher and author
Episode: Mysteries of Bermuda Triangle
Lana Lexino
Curator of the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute
Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute
Episode: Mysteries of Bermuda Triangle
Bruce Gernon
Pilot who experienced an incident in the Bermuda Triangle
Episode: Mysteries of Bermuda Triangle
Brian Chan
Aerospace engineer
Episode: Mysteries of Bermuda Triangle
Nell Stevenson-Bright
97-year-old WASP veteran and former classmate of Gertrude Tompkins
Episode: America's Lost WWII Hero

Host

Josh Gates
Explorer and adventurer known for his engaging storytelling and knowledge of historical enigmas. He possesses a degree in archaeology and hosts explorations that combine history with adventure.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 695 ratings
  • What’s with the ads?

    Started listening to the most recent episode September 10, and not 1 but 2 consecutive ads before the show even started, IN SPANISH! I don’t speak Spanish and yet I have to suffer through two consecutive commercials before I can even listen to the show? Makes me not even want to listen to the show anymore. Seriously, DO BETTER!!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Williezme
    United States4 months ago
  • I like the show. On TV. There are some television shows that would work as a podcast. This isn't one of them.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    MattMac1172
    4 months ago
  • Some yall hateing like bro

    Why some yall hateing this show so good curse words dont even matter and audio is fine just as the show is

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Playlistndjfhdbndndnd
    United States6 months ago
  • Funny and informing but podcast lacks details

    I love the podcast, but when it’s not explaining what’s happening, it’s just dramatic music and I’m usually confused as to what what’s happening or what it looks like and random things are going through my mind like where is the detail? what’s happening is happening? Is that happening? Was does it look like?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    WonderWoman3132
    United States7 months ago
  • Thank you!

    Hello, thank you for sharing your expeditions. Really enjoy listening to all of you and your teams adventures! Thank you! Really cool stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Epauk
    United States9 months ago

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There are mixed feelings on the reliance on audio from existing TV episodes, with some preferring original content.
Many enjoy the adventure aspect and find the topics intriguing and exciting.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and historical insights provided by the host.
Some have criticized the podcast for lacking detail that would help visualize the stories being told.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Quest for El Dorado
Q: Is there still lost gold, that elusive thing the Spanish were after?
Yes, there is so much more to learn about El Dorado and the treasures that may still be hidden in the caves and mountains of Colombia.
Siberia's Coldest Case
Q: What are the strange injuries found on some hikers?
Some of the hikers had severe injuries, resembling those sustained in a car crash, including broken ribs and missing eyes or tongues, leading to speculation about the cause of death.
The Fortune of the Buzzard
Q: Where do you suspect that treasure is?
The place to start would be Reunion Island, where he said, with what I've buried here on the island.
The Fortune of the Buzzard
Q: How does the Buzzard end up going to the Indian Ocean?
The Buzzard is run out of the Caribbean and makes his way halfway across the globe to the waters of the Indian Ocean just off the coast of Africa.
Revealing the Triangle
Q: What happened to the USS Cyclops?
The USS Cyclops disappeared without a trace, likely due to poor engineering and possibly encountering a rogue wave.

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The podcast features an adventurous exploration of legendary mysteries and historical enigmas from around the world. The host investigates various iconic stories, ranging from the disappearance of famous individuals like Amelia Earhart to searches for lost treasures such as those of Captain Morgan. Throughout each episode, the host meets experts, conducts interviews, and incorporates field recordings from real explorations, thereby blending educational insights with thrilling storytelling. This unique approach, combined with the host's engaging personality, likely appeals to audiences interested in history, adventure, and the unknown, while constantly seeking to separate myth from reality.

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1. Mysteries at the Museum
2. The Wild West Extravaganza
3. Legends of the Old West
4. The Why Files: Operation Podcast
5. Infamous America

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Expedition Unknown launched 4 years ago and published 94 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Expedition Unknown include:

1. Valerie Van Heest
2. Captain Dale Dye
3. Marvin Barish
4. Andy Morocco
5. Rob McGregor
6. Lana Lexino
7. Bruce Gernon
8. Brian Chan

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