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Digging for the Truth is a scripted documentary series that aired on the History Channel from 2005 to 2007. The series consists of 54 episodes across four seasons, with each episode lasting one hour. The first three seasons feature host Josh Bernstein, who investigates historical mysteries and icons. Bernstein, who has a degree in anthropology and psychology from Cornell University, travels to various locations to engage with experts and simulate historical activities relevant to the topics discussed.
The series addresses events or subjects in history that are not fully understood, often presenting controversial theories. Bernstein interviews professionals in the field and visits locations that are typically not accessible to the public, such as the inside of a pyramid. Each episode concludes with Bernstein summarizing the discussions and either forming a hypothesis or acknowledging the mystery remains unsolved.
Why Watch
- •Meet host Josh Bernstein, an expert in anthropology.
- •Find out about the quest for Atlantis in a special episode.
- •See locations not open to the general public.
Did You Know
•The series premiered on 24 January 2005 with 13 episodes in its first season.
•Josh Bernstein left the show on 20 February 2007 to join The Discovery Channel.
•The third season included a two-hour special on the quest for Atlantis.
•The fourth season, which was the final season, premiered on 8 September 2007.
Perfect For
Historical mysteriesArchaeological adventuresFans of anthropology