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Explorer. Host of #ExpeditionUnknown , #JoshGatesTonight , & #TalesFromTheExplorersClub on @Discovery . Adventure is out there. Go find it!

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This is our amazing friend Casey. She has never seen Stars Wars. Behold.
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To those asking, #Titan did not perform well on my dive. Ultimately, I walked away from a huge opportunity to film Titanic due to my safety concerns w/ the @OceanGate platform. There's more to the history and design of Titan that has not been made public - much of it concerning.
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World, meet King Tut’s mother and likely the true face of #Nefertiti ! First discovered in 1898, the badly damaged mummy of the so-called “Younger Lady” sits in the Egyptian museum. Through 3D imaging and forensic reconstruction, she lives again. #ExpeditionUnknown @travelchannel
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When your tire deflates on the tarmac so your flight to Europe is delayed and you miss your connection so you end up stuck in #Brussels for 24 hours getting drunk on very good beer.
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Of all the weird and wonderful things that have happened to me in my career, perhaps nothing tops this: my inclusion in the Yeti Museum of the Expedition Everest attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
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At the start of the quarantine, I shared my goal to get back in shape. A month later, I’ve lost 23 pounds & counting. Celebrating this morning’s weigh-in w/ a pre-dawn, socially-isolated jog. Anyone else who wants to jump on the #ExpeditionFit train, I’m ready to run beside you!
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U.S. Coast Guard has announced that debris found on the ocean floor is conclusively from the @OceanGate #Titan - an absolutely heartbreaking conclusion to this mission. Condolences to the families of PH Nargeolet, Hamish Harding, Shahzada Dawood, Suleman Dawood, & Stockton Rush.
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I had the unique opportunity to dive in the @Oceangate #Titan sub with Stockton at the helm in preparation for its maiden mission to Titanic. I pray for a positive outcome to the rescue efforts of those aboard, including fellow @ExplorersClub member Hamish Harding.
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To those experiencing issues connecting to #DisneyPlus , you can try troubleshooting the problem by following these two steps: put some pants on and go outside. It's noon on a Tuesday.
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The mummy revealed. What a stunner. The world’s first look at a 2,500 year-old burial of a high-priest of the Egyptian god Thoth. To viewers around the world who joined us tonight LIVE - thanks for being a part of the team. @discovery #ExpeditionUnknown #EgyptLIVE
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I told my father he needed to wear a mask if he goes to the supermarket. Luckily, he spent his career as a commercial, deep-sea diver.
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4 years
To those asking if I'm the guy talking to this clown at the Capitol, rest assured that my bald spot is much more prominent.
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2 years
What Will Smith just did at #TheOscars is an absolute embarrassment. I’m so happy my kids weren’t watching, because I’d struggle to explain how a professional meant to be at the top of his craft could interrupt a celebration of filmmaking to physically assault a comedian.
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Just got complimented on my Indiana Jones costume. I’m not wearing a costume.
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5 months
Only 12 men walked on the moon. Only 4 are still with us. What an honor to spend some time with the great Charlie Duke last night at The @ExplorersClub Annual Dinner. #ECAD #Apollo16
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Happy 77th birthday to the one and only Indiana Jones himself - Harrison Ford (it’s not the years honey, it’s the mileage). Thanks for a lifetime of inspiration, and here’s to many more adventures to come! Drink up. #hechosewisely
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4 years
Sad to hear about the passing of Alex Trebek. It’s hard to imagine the television landscape without him - a true gentleman host the likes of which we won’t see again. @Jeopardy is a nightly reminder that knowledge and facts are worth celebrating; Trebek was a master of the form.
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6 years
I did it. Now, it’s your turn.
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On November 15th, adventure is back! #ExpeditionUnknown @Discovery
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4 years
I am just now learning that his name is "Smokey Bear" and not "Smokey the Bear." 2020 is a waking nightmare.
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3 years
So great hanging with @TomHolland1996 and @markwahlberg . Between the three of us, we have two Oscar nominations, a BAFTA, and a Hertz Gold Plus Reward Membership. It’s not important who has which. The point is, there’s some serious star power in this photo.
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6 years
Not even sure how to explain this. Crew & I just missed our connecting flight for no apparent reason. Got to the gate early...sat there...then the plane left. Didn’t see it board. Nobody paged us. So. Hopefully we can make an episode of #EXU at the Houston airport @hardrockcafe .
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My 5 year old floors me with his logic. We're watching #Cinderella . Clock strikes midnight, coach turns into a pumpkin, gown evaporates, horses turn back into mice. "Daddy. This makes no sense." "Why?" "The glass slippers didn't disappear." THE GLASS SLIPPERS DIDN'T DISAPPEAR.
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Merry Christmas to all!
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9 months
Throwing shakas with the King of Atlantis. 🧜‍♂️
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To those questioning why people would dive to Titanic: the ship has fascinated the world since the night she sank. It's a time capsule to another era of our history. It takes courage to make a trip like this. Admiration and prayers for the passengers aboard @OceanGate #Titan .
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There’s nothing more fun than seeing who on my flight is watching #expeditionunknown and then just tapping them on the shoulder and whispering “thank you for watching.” 🤠 @Discovery @united
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8 years
Best sign ever?
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Matthew Perry was ruthlessly funny. His jokes felt like they sliced off the edge of a knife. To those who grew up with FRIENDS, he was just that: a companion who always filled the room with wit and joy. Thanks for the many laughs - they will echo on.
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Back on the road. Adventure ahead. #expeditionunknown @Discovery
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I’m an experienced traveler, but this sign paralyzed me for 2 solid minutes. I’m in room 913. Discuss.
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Just…WOW. Thanks to every single one of you for being a part of this team. Expedition Unknown would not exist without you, and we will continue to keep a seat open so you can ride shotgun with us on every adventure! @Discovery @StreamOnMax
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I’m about to embark on a challenging, new adventure, and I could use some team members by my side. I’ve put on a lot of weight on over the last year. 200 days on the road brought with it a lot of pre-packaged food and stress-filled eating. Today, I’m making a change. (cont.)
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6 years
Good news: we’re at the dock. Bad news: I can’t get up the boat ramp.
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3 years
In case you’re wondering if you just saw me changing my pants curbside at JFK before stuffing a mud-stained safari shirt into a trash can…let’s just agree that it was probably somebody else.
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Showtomb! Let’s do this. @Discovery
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Sitting in traffic, staring at this billboard, and quietly weeping because the universe is chaos and nothing in life makes sense.
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China acknowledges balloon but says it's a "civilian airship that blew off course." Nothing to see here, folks. Just an old man and a Boy Scout trying to get to Paradise Falls.
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Fintastic news: Thanks to the nearly 2 million of you who watched #ExpeditionUnknown #Megalodon @sharkweek on @discovery , we were the #3 show on cable, and highest rated #EXU episode ever! 🦈👍 @discoveryinctv @Scubapro #shark #sharks #adventure #mexico #southafrica
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Flooded pyramids, pirate treasure, lost temples, Biblical mysteries, vanished aircraft… On May 24th, the adventure continues! #ExpeditionUnknown @Discovery
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Hello from the ancient land of Kush! #Egypt may boast 138 pyramids, but did you know that #Sudan has about 250. That’s a pharaoh-mount.
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Midnight? Boston is firing up the party at 7pm! Happy (early) New Year from Bean Town!
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My condolences to the family, friends, and countless fans of Grant Imahara. His accomplishments as a talented engineer, host, and beloved member of the @Discovery family will continue to inspire. Gone far too soon.
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“Exhibition Unknown” was a short lived series we did about mysterious museum displays. There was also “Inhibition Unknown” which was too hot for TV, and “Expiration Unknown” in which @erinRyder13 and I searched for bagged spinach past its sell-by date.
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5 years
History is all around us, but it is often difficult to see. When you walk down the street, remember that many have walked before you. #Caen #Normandy #France #DDay #WW2
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I just ordered an omelette and was told it's made with 5 eggs, comes with cheesy grits, toast, and a full stack of pancakes. #Chicago
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We’re baaaaack!!!!
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Calling all explorers! 🗺️ @joshuagates , @JessicaChobot , and @phil_torres are back in all-new adventures on #ExpeditionUnknown , #ExpeditionX , and #JoshGatesTonight starting May 25 on Discovery and @discoveryplus . Here's all you need to know ⬇️
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NAME AN ANIMAL WITH THREE LETTERS IN ITS NAME. #familyfeud #fail
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I've received THOUSANDS of emails & letters about our episode on the maddening puzzle-book / treasure-hunt called THE SECRET. So, we're making a sequel! Tune in Wed at 9|8c on @Discovery as we head back down the rabbit hole on an all-new expedition filled with amazing surprises!
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About to go LIVE! Join me right NOW on @Discovery for #UFOsDeclassifiedLIVE !
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The plot of this Wonder Woman movie is like my toddler trying to describe a dream. "And then...there was a magic wishing rock...and a jet behind the museum...and Mom turned into a CAT." Ok buddy. Go back to sleep. Shhhh.
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7 years
Always remember to look ahead. There’s adventure on the horizon. #2018
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I’m truly bummed to see that many TV guide listings aren’t showing that there’s a new episode of #JoshGatesTonight at 9/8c on @Discovery . It’s just generically labeled as “Expedition Unknown” amidst a bunch of reruns. Really a shame, since we have an EPIC show tonight. Tune in!
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To those asking about #ExpeditionUnknown , thanks for your patience! We’ve been hard at work on all-new adventures! Announcement about a premiere date coming soon - I promise!
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The Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show is the largest travel convention in the country. I’m so honored to have received the 2019 Travel Rockstar Award at this year’s amazing event. Thanks to the whole @TravAdventure team for your hospitality and the unexpected accolade. Cheers!
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From my table to yours. Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you’re in the company of people you love and feel the warmth of their love in return. And if you find yourself alone or struggling today, that’s ok, too. Life is hard, so don’t be hard on yourself. I’m raising my glass to YOU!
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Starting next Sunday, I’ll be hosting 5 nights of #JoshGatesTonight : #SharkWeek edition! Hit me with any sharky questions you’d like to see answered on air. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have to fin-ish preparing for the show. Groan. I know. Get the hook. I can’t stop. Help me.
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A broadcasting pioneer has signed off. Larry King brought his boundless curiosity (and suspenders) to more than 50,000 interviews; I'm honored to have been one of them. He was the rarest of talents: a talk show host who loved to listen. Rest In peace, sir.
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We can finally announce the big news: #ExpeditionUnknown is heading to @Discovery for all-new adventures!
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6 years
Ready for more new episodes of #ExpeditionUnknown ? Follow @joshuagates ' epic adventure on @Discovery this season, starting May 29!
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4 years
Adventure (and hugs) from my home to yours.
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If there’s one location from #DestinationTruth that shook me to my core, it’s the purportedly haunted Hoia Bachu forest in Romania. On tonight’s season premiere of #ExpeditionX , join us as we return to the woods for a terrifying new investigation - 9pm on @discovery !
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6 years
Things you do not want to see underwater... #grimreaper
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1 year
No joke, I’ve spent the last 10 minutes walking up and down the hall trying to find my room.
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3 years
Another day at the office… by which I mean another night underground. 🦇 #ExpeditionUnknown @Discovery @discoveryplus
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If the shoe fits, wear it. If the shoe is filled with ancient water from a Roman sewer, maybe take it off and dump it out. #expeditionunknown @Discovery
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5 years
I am having a very intense acid trip. No, wait. My mistake. My kids are watching a show called Rainbow Rangers.
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They say you should learn one new thing every day. So, here’s the entire history of ancient #Egypt in 2 minutes! This was one of my favorite packages from the #EgyptLive show that we had to cut for time at the very last second. Enjoy! #ExpeditionUnknown @discovery @DiscoveryIncTV
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THANK YOU! Over the last few nights, nearly 10,000 amazing people turned out to hear me speak in Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan. I was floating thanks to the warmth of your hospitality. I had the best time, and I hope you did too. Adventure on!
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4 years
Looks like I made the local news again.
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Big news! My talk-show #JoshGatesTonight will air Wednesdays on @Discovery starting with an #EarthDay special event (8/7c 04/22). Also thrilled to announce my continued partnership with the network to make #ExpeditionUnknown & develop all-new adventures!
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2 years
God save the queen. 🇬🇧
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3 months
An ALL-NEW season OF #expeditionunknown starts RIGHT NOW on @Discovery !
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7 years
Halloween as a kid = get candy. Halloween as an adult = peek inside strangers’ houses & feel jealous about their cool mid-century furniture.
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Tomororw, I need to be in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Today, I’m on a remote stretch of island in Canada with nothing but a metal detector and Evan. Time to start hiking. There’s gotta be a road around here somewhere... #ExpeditionUnknown
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So...my son shoved edamame up his nose. #parenthood
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I am so excited about the return of #ExpeditionUnknown tonight on @Discovery . It's been over a year since we've been able to invite our fans to join us on new adventures. Thanks for your patience, and here's to the road ahead. Let's do this!
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NEW PAIR OF SKI BOOTS.
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6 years
It’s 10pm on a Saturday night, so I’m obviously partying. And by partying, I mean laying in bed and browsing Amazon for highly questionable neck pillows.
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Happy Thanksgiving from somewhere underneath Mexico. #cenote #yucatan #scuba #expeditionvacation
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Me...and my necklace...are ready for tonight. Tune in to #ExpeditionUnknown #EgyptLIVE at 8pm ET / 5pm PT on @discovery as we embark on a quest into Egyptian tombs and reveal an ancient mummy to the world.
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7 years
I Sphinx we nailed this one, boys. #Egypt
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Think this heatwave isn’t dangerous? My inverted @DairyQueen Blizzard just landed on the cash register like Oreo chowder.
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6 years
WARNING: OBJECTS IN MIRROR MAY BE MORE BEAUTIFUL THAN THEY APPEAR. #Scotland
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1 year
How scary is tonight’s season premiere of #ExpeditionX at 9PM on @Discovery ? I HAVE BATS FLYING OUT OF MY HEAD. That scary.
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Tomorrow night on @Discovery !
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I bought a #BRIO wooden railway for Owen, and I’m playing with it WAY more than he is. I feel like wooden train therapy could be a thing. This morning’s meditative creation:
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Who eats a hamburger on a toilet?
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