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Discovery's new show plunges into the unknown
 

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(30 January 2009 11:00 pm)

 

MUMBAI: Questions and a thirst for knowledge takes Discovery’s explorer and host Josh Bernstein to lands filled with mystery, hidden treasures andstories.

Into The Unknown With Josh Bernstein will be aired every Monday on Discovery from 2 February at 9 pm.

Explorer and educator Bernstein has an appetite for knowledge and a strong desire to do whatever it takes to unravel mysteries and explore natural wonders. In each episode he delves into some of the greatest mysteries on earth and investigates most fascinating stories such as how did the Anga tribe of Papua New Guinea mummify their dead, why is the conflict between elephants and humans escalating in Africa and did the flood of Genesis really happen?.

Discovery director – marketing and communications Rajiv Bakshi says, “Capturing the imagination of the curious viewers, Into the Unknown with Josh Bernstein will unravel the world's greatest mysteries. The show will take viewers on an extraordinary journey into adventure and surprise. Each quest sparks new revelations and incredible insights as Josh takes viewers on a thrilling hunt for answers.”

The first episode involves the Search for Noah’s Ark. Did the flood of Genesis really happen? Was there an actual ark or a man called Noah? He travels throughout Armenia, Israel, Sicily and Cyprus to investigate a compelling new theory about the truth behind this extraordinary story.

Another episode examines the Secret Life of Gladiators. The Roman Gladiators participated in history's most deadly sport, but does the Hollywood portrayal of Gladiators bear any resemblance to the truth? Were they slaves or celebrities? What was their training and everyday home life like? He travels the former Roman Empire from Italy to Turkey to Tunisia to find out.

 
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