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Expedition Unknown

Podcast · www.discovery.com · EN
Hosted by Josh Gates

Expedition Unknown, published by Discovery, follows host Josh Gates as he investigates legends such as Amelia Earhart's disappearance and lost treasures. The show has 116 episodes released weekly, typically around 44 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode. Estimated rate is $90 to $630 per episode.

Why brands sponsor Expedition Unknown

Adventure history show from Discovery with a loyal weekly audience

  • Weekly episodes of about 44 minutes build a steady, recurring listening habit.
  • Apple rating of 4.4 from 374 ratings signals an engaged, satisfied audience.
  • Produced with direct audio from a Discovery TV series, giving high production value.
Best fortravel geardocumentary and streaming promotionshistory and book brands
Watch forDiscovery's network ownership means ad inventory may be arranged through larger channels rather than direct small-brand deals.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
History60%
Travel25%
Society15%
Formats
narrative, direct audio from TV show, solo monologue
Tone
adventurous, investigative
Language
English
Production
Studio production
Typical length
40 to 50 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent15/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment75/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode5k–25k
Estimated, confidence 60%: 374 Apple ratings (band 200 to 1,000 suggests 5,000 to 25,000), weekly cadence, 116 episodes, Discovery network backing and Acast hosting.
Audience asks aboutWhere are the lost treasures located?Is the legend true or fact?How were the expeditions conducted?
Age
15%18-24
25%25-34
25%35-44
35%45+
Gender
45%women
55%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States70%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom10%
🇨🇦 Canada8%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
Discovery
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is published by Discovery, the network behind the TV series.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicslow

Family friendly
Episode titles cover treasure hunts, Nazi history and archaeology without explicit flags; 'Buried Secrets of Hitler' and 'Donner Party Horror and Heroes' reference historical violence and tragedy.

We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.

Where to listen

Benchmark score: 78 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks21 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks15 / 20

Recent episodes

EpisodeDateLength
Mystery of the Flooded Pyramid2026-10-1439 min
Sunken Pyramids of The Nile2026-10-0750 min
Hunt for Spain's King Arthur2026-09-3043 min
Cambodia's Stolen Monuments2026-09-2345 min
Looted Treasures of Cambodia2026-09-1643 min
Lost City of the Gospels2026-09-0945 min

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

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…
Expedition Unknown's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Expedition Unknown

Expedition Unknown is a history and adventure podcast published by Discovery, hosted by Josh Gates. Each episode investigates legends and unsolved mysteries, from the disappearance of Amelia Earhart to lost treasures and archaeological sites, and includes direct audio from the television series, according to the feed.

The show has released 116 episodes on a weekly cadence, with a typical episode running about 40 to 50 minutes. The feed is hosted on Acast, and the Apple Podcasts listing shows 374 ratings with an average of 4.4 stars.

Downloads are not published. Based on the rating count and weekly cadence, listeners per episode are estimated at 5,000 to 25,000, and an estimated rate of $90 to $630 per episode would apply to a host-read mid-roll. The show shows no sponsor mentions in its feed, so it may suit travel, documentary and history brands.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Expedition Unknown can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Expedition Unknown

How much does Expedition Unknown charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Estimated rate is $90 to $630 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the agreed terms.

What is Expedition Unknown about?

Expedition Unknown is a history and adventure podcast from Discovery, hosted by Josh Gates, investigating legends such as lost treasures, Amelia Earhart's disappearance and unsolved archaeological mysteries.

How do I contact Expedition Unknown about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.

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