January 25, 2005
REVIEW: JOSH BERNSTEIN'S "DIGGING FOR THE TRUTH"
Last night marked the national television debut of Josh Bernstein and The History Channel's 'Digging For The Truth' (for the uninitiated, click here for my first post about Josh and the show). It's interesting to watch someone you know star in his own TV show. I went into the experience thinking I knew everything there was to know about Josh, and that no matter how the show's producers portrayed him, the person I knew while living in Boulder would ultimately shine through on my television screen. In many ways, Josh didn't disappoint.
In last nightís premiere episode, I learned that the Egyptian Pyramids of Giza have inspired awe and wonder, along with a great deal of debate as to the date of their construction. Josh introduced viewers to Zahi Hawass--an archaeologist and Secretary General of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities--who says the ancient Egyptians built the great structures. Then Josh introduced John Van Auken--director of the Association for Research and Enlightenment--who says the ancient people of Atlantis built Egypt's pyramids. For the next hour Josh took viewers up and down Egypt's pyramids, interviewing Hawass and Van Auken along the way. The implied promise was that by the end of the hour-long show, Josh will have an educated answer, if not an insightful guess, as to who is more correct on the overriding question of who built the great pyramids.
From a content perspective, I'll defer to the January 21st, 2005 online edition of The Hollywood Reporter to do my bidding:
If you're going to send an explorer to take a new look at ancient mysteries, it would be nice if that traveler knew a little something about those enigmas. In this new, somewhat disappointing History Channel series, the host, Indiana Jones stand-in Josh Bernstein, relies on just a few experts -- with their own agendas -- to tell him what's what.
The debut episode of "Digging for the Truth" isn't all that compelling, despite the fascinating subject of dueling theories over who really built the pyramids. It's a fine presentation for those who really dig visuals of the majestic tombs and the narrow passages inside. But did we really believe there was going to be solid evidence that refugees from Atlantis built the pyramids?
What's missing is the testimony of other experts, who could spin more traditional archaeology stories about the pyramids, and their opponents who might have told us more about healer-psychic Edgar Cayce, who promoted the idea of a real Atlantis.
From an "I used to know Josh" perspective, I'll share the following observations:
- Josh looked like the Josh I've always known, but I couldnít help but wonder why on earth the show's producers choose to have him lug around a shoulder-strapped leather briefcase. Not once during the hour-long episode was the briefcase ever opened, and while it might have added to the whole Indiana Jones effect, it looked downright uncomfortable, especially while Josh was crawling thru tight spaces in and around the pyramids.
- Some of Zahi Hawassí statements were not believable. In one instance Hawass' stated that he was allowing Josh to enter an upper chamber of a pyramid that he claimed had not been entered by any human beings in nearly 10 years. Now why on earth would Egyptís Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities allow a novice like Josh to be the first human in 10 years to enter a sacred burial chamber before researchers or other credentialed personnel. In my view, Hawass came across as being a bit over dramatic, as if he himself was a little in awe of the promise of being on American television.
- Another unrealistic moment came when Josh was shown riding a horse from one set of pyramids to another. As this Egyptian-based blog posting reveals, the whole thing was a bit of a ruse, but it made for good television, so I suppose no one outside of the Egyptianís themselves will ever notice.
All in all, I thought Joshís debut was a solid effort. Despite what The Hollywood Reporter had to say about it, I felt Josh asked some solid questions of the people he interviewed, and that his goofiness brought levity to an otherwise gray and dreary topic. The History Channel's Digging For The Truth is scheduled to run each Monday evening from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. eastern time for next 12 weeks (check local listings for times and channels in your location, or visit the Digging For The Truth website by clicking here).
Posted by Mikal at January 25, 2005 6:08 AM
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Sounds interesting. I'll have to check it out. I love archaeology.
Having worked for Josh Bernstein, I want to give a big fat kudos to Josh for realizing his dream of breaking into television. To bounce off of Mikal, I liked that his humor showed through in the first episode. When they he was breaking down the brick wall that once held all of those mummies and he said, "it's like peeking in the girls locker room," I laughed because that was classic Josh humor! I also laughed when he asked Hawass if grunting made it easier as they were crawling on their hands and knees at the top of the pyramid.
For those who criticize Josh for the content of the episode, the debate of the two theories, the questions he asked, it is important to realize that while Josh may have had some input here and there, these episodes are highly scripted. So throw the criticism towards the writers and the producers, not directly to Josh.
As for the Indiana Jones wanna be comments. I wanna be Indiana Jones too! What young man who grew up with those movies doesn't wanna be Indiana Jones? Come on, the adventure, the excitement, crawling around through pyramids where most people can't go, getting up close and personal with mummies that are thousands of years old, meeting all kinds of crazy people along the way...who wouldn't want to do that? So congratulations to Josh for livin' the dream, I just hope he gets the girl at the end like Indiana Jones!
Well stated Ford. I must say that knowing Josh, and having also worked for him, I was curious to see how he would perform on TV. I genuinely believe he was excellent and I'm sure it will get better each episode.
I was impressed by both the cinematography and production in general. Filmed in HD, that was awesome.
For the detractors, you should listen to Ford. Josh is merely the host of this show, and did a great job regardless. Anything show-related or production-related can be linked to the producer and editors.
The Hollywood Reporter review is defunct in that Josh does have credibility as an Anthropology major from Cornell who is both a survival expert and has studied the indigenous Anasazi Indian cultures for the past 15 years. Just look at Jeff Probst if you want a phony. Josh is the real thing.
The History Channel s one of the few channels I bother to watch. I also encourage my children to watch it. That is until the other night. The new series "Digging for the Truth" is totally misnamed. I was absolutely revolted by the entire charade. Anyone who has had anything to do with Egypt knows that if you want photographic access you have to give that old rat bag Zahi Hawass some stokes. I can accept that. But I can't believe that The History Channel takes his politically motivated drivel seriously. Either that or they don't really care about historical accuracy.
If I hadn't been so horrified, it would have been laughable when Hawass and Josh Bernstein were pictured in front of the so-called workers' glyphs that included the cartouche of Khufu and that this was supposedly evidence of the pyramid's builder. What is laughable is that Khufu's cartouche is mis-written and in a fashion that only came into use much later in Egyptian history.
This has long been known to be an unabashed fraud perpetrated by Howard Vyse in 1837. Vyse was the same charlatan who claimed to have found the remains of Menkara in the smallest of the three great pyramids by placing a wooden coffin circa 2000 years after Menkara and bones from the Christian era only to be "discovered" by his team. I can't believe anyone still persists in spouting this nonsense.
In fact, both the great pyramids and the sphinx are clearly depicted on a victory tablet of Menes, the very first pharaoh who ruled long before Khufu. There is also abundant pictorial evidence from the first dynasty that the Giza pyramids and sphinx were present.
Equally lamentable, was the utilization of that "paper tiger" chap, spouting wacky theories about Atlantis to portray an attempt to look beyond the Hawass dogma. You should be ashamed. There are legitimate scholars that could have done to Hawass what he did to that "Atlantean enthusiast."
Also, couldn't The History Channel get a host that is a little less "doe eyed" and seemingly fatuous?
In any case, I was sorely disappointed and, if this is any indication of the factual quality we can expect from "Digging for the Truth", I shall take up watching the comedy channel with my children and just write The History Channel off.
Josh Bernstein's Digging for Truth was interesting if a little lightweight. But I had a big problem with his refering to Edgar Cayce as a "renowned American theorist," and giving so much time to one of his adherents, whose ideas, even in the program, were shown to be baseless.
Edgar Cayce was a man who, without any medical training, gave valueless and dangerous medical advice, believing that he was in contact with dead people. How he can be described as a renowned theorist is utterly beyond me. I also feel it is irresponsible to do so.
I do very much enjoy " Digging for the Truth" despite whatever historical missrepresentations may exist, however, in the case of the "Workers Glyphs" no misspresentation exists. The first people to claim that Vsye ( Or his assistant Samuel Birch) were propentants of ridiculous theories conscerning ancient alien super-civilizations influencing history, and the pyramids (as well as the Sphinx) possed significant obstavles to their theory. So in order to quickly dissprove the Khufu construction ( It is important to note that even before the glyphs were discovered all evidence pointed to Khufu as the builder of the Great Pyramid) people like Zekaria Sitchen and Daniken quickly thumbed through some late 19th century and early 20th century notation on Egyption Heiroglyphics. The supposed misspellings and grammatical errors they found turned out to make more and more sense as our knowledge of the Egyption written language before 2000BCE. Some of the attributes of the "Vyse Glyphs" represent styles and a methology of writting that Egyptologists of the period had never encountered before, but styles which HAVE since been recognized as legitamite and thus their use as proof by Hawass was more than logical.
Yes, of course, the show is light weight in terms of history, but it is also entertainment and that is where it shines, since Josh is so likeable and does a find job with this comments and asides. I look forward to the show every week and lean something each time. The one on the iceman yesterday was the best yet. I think they definitely picked the right person to host the show.
I watched the show for the first time a couple of days ago, and i found VERY interesting. I thought it was very compelling and it made me think, and plus, Josh is REALLY cute!
I find this show very interesting. Is it completely historically accurate? No. But it isn't intentionally deceptive, either. Overall, it presents viewers with very valid information on a variety of topics, and Josh Benrstein is an utterly charming, enthusiastic host who has an enviable rapport with his audience. Yes, he's extraordinary eye candy, and I'll be the first to admit that this caught my attention when I saw the show advertised for the first time. But, unlike most of the female hosts on TV, Josh is intelligent, well spoken, and not just there because he's attractive. He teaches me things that stay with me. When even the "classy" networks like A&E are getting into so-called "reality" television ("Growing Up Gotti" - did they steal that from Fox?) it's nice to know that there's still one place I can go to for enlightening, not brain-deadening, television. If Josh had taught my college anthropolgy class, I would have actually stayed awake!
I find Josh Bernstein's "Digging for the Truth" refreshing; It reminds me of the adventures I used to have when I was an undergraduate archaeology student--cargo pants and Indie insprired hat included. Josh makes me want to go back out into the field instead of sitting here in my office trying to finish the following chapter to my never ending dissertation...All in all Josh brings the adventurous nature that archaeology and history has and it doesn't hurt that he happens to be easy on the eyes as well!
I think another thing that needs to be kept in perspective is that this show is one hour. Add to that commercials and it doesn't leave much time at all. I think they covered quite a bit considering they had to squeeze it in.
I enjoyed the two episodes I watched (Pyramids and Pompeii) and have added it to my TiVo wishlist. Usually a show with Cayce and theories of Atlantis in the same hour have me sighing but I enjoyed it.
And YES Josh is super cute and dangit I want to be Indiana Jones too!
Yeah, Digging for the Truth is a little tabloid TV at times, but it's still an entertaining way to package history, which is something I'm all for.
I'd like to point out in Dr. Hawass's defense that he's on television a LOT in his capacity as the archeologist of archeologists in Egypt. I sincerely doubt he did anything he did on the pyramid episode in an attempt to impress Josh or anyone else, for the simple reason that he doesn't have to.
I've watched several episodes of "Digging for the Truth" and found them rather interesting. The question I have for the writers, producers, and host, however, is this: "How do you decide which theory to follow?"
There are many theories about the pyramids - why did you settle on the "Atlantis" story? There are several propositions about the resting place of the Ark of the Covenant - The "Indiana Jones" version is one, another connects it to the Knights Templar and Rosslyn Chapel (also connected to the "Grail" story).
It would be interesting to see another instalment on each of these subjects dealing with an alternate theory. It would make "digging for the truth" more plausible if more than one vein of thought was followed over the course of the series.
Otherwise, I found the show to be enlightening and entertaining - and probably very good for those who have not studied nor heard of these archeological marvels. For those of us with some "dabblings" in these matters, it was a good refresher course.
Josh Bernstein and his team are to be commended for their efforts. May this show continue to improve through time - or until they run out of archaelogical questions - which should put them in good standing through this millennium!
Hey, I just want you guys to know that you are greatly appreciated. I am very interested in many aspects of events of the past. I do not know why, but I want to be able to see the pyramids in Egypt. Topics like these intrigue me. Good luck to all you do and I hope that you are able to make a living on the things you love to do. God loves you for you. good night I haf too many Captain and diet cokes. Good night!!!
Oh, I absolutely looooooove DFT probably because I loved archaeology as a kid and I still do love it!!! It's an awesome show that gives me a reason to like Mondays......oh yeah, and Josh is a real sweetie too!!
I am a college instructor and think this is a great show that offers an oportunity for students to develop an interest in history and other sciences. As for all the critcs, I know what it is like to present a topic in one sort class or space of time. It is very difficult to present all views on any topic in depth in a one hour show. All that can be done is either presnet one view or quickly go over several. I think Josh and the producers do an excellent job in the time aloted and I hope the show continues for a long time.
I am a college instructor and think this is a great show that offers an oportunity for students to develop an interest in history and other sciences. As for all the critcs, I know what it is like to present a topic in one sort class or space of time. It is very difficult to present all views on any topic in depth in a one hour show. All that can be done is either presnet one view or quickly go over several. I think Josh and the producers do an excellent job in the time aloted and I hope the show continues for a long time.
I have always enjoyed history and archealogy and I currently live vicariously through my daughter who is getting her masters degree in anthropology. I love this show! Very refreshing and I look forward to watching it weekly. An extra bonus is that the host is mighty nice to drool over, I mean look at!
Well you dont leave me a lot to say since you already said it all. But I think that Josh has the job we all wish for, how cool it is to get to places that almost no one can. He brings excitment to my life and I share every single adventure with him.He sure makes me think a lot and thank's to him I have expanded my boundaries. Thank you Josh .
Nadja Hamilton
Wow....Josh...! The first time I saw "Digging For The Truth" I thought wow...Young Indiana Jones. I have always been a fan of Indiana Jones, so out of curiousity I started watching the show. I loved it. Being that the History Channel is the best part of cable tv, this show is like a continuing adventure of Indiana Jones, although Josh has definitely earned the title of "Indiana Bernstein"...! Indiana Jones is a fictional character, Josh is the real thing. Thanks Josh, and thanks to the History Channel for such an entertaining as well as informative piece of work. This will not be the last we see or hear of Josh Bernstein.
Last night, the Digging For The Truth about the so-called "Anazasi" of the Four Corners area was on. Did anybody see the part where Josh Bernstein and his guide, Vaughn Hadenfeldt, rappelled down to a cliff dwelling in Utah?
Josh points to some corn cobs in the fire pit and goes, "That corn is over 800 years old." ARGHHHHH!
Truth? Keep digging, Josh.
The Four Corners area is my home. At least Hadenfeldt was cool.
I would like to take Josh home with me and listen to every detail about every adventure he's ever been on and a few other things...I watched DTF for the first time today (Nefertiti)...I know, I know, I'm late, but I've been busy...I have been a fan of Eygptology ever since I was a young chickadee and I was trying very hard to be mature and watch the show and learn...but um HELLO ladies...yikes...please raise your hand if you find this man extremely attractive...since when has history ever been so gosh darn yummy...and having visited all the places that the average person only reads about...please Josh...tell me more about the dark, mysterious, big, strong, tall pyramids of Giza...ha ha!
Okay on a serious note...it was great. I'm a fan and I'm hooked...okay back to dreamland, gotta go...I taped it...hee hee!
Hi° The programme digging the true is fabulous. I'm Spanish, and any programme is better. Josh is very good looking and nice. I think that the TV must interest for the culture. Ã'm sorry for my English. Thanks.
Digging for the Truth is a terrific show! How people can be judgemental on what theories are discussed or not is silly. It is, after all, only an hour in length and the theories discussed are ones that the general populace know of, or are at least familiar with, and therefore,more relevant for viewers. Josh is obviously a history buff and has a desire to see and not just read about our worlds past, and how it ultimately connects civilizations, beliefs, and traditions around the world in contemporary times.
Joss Bernstein is simply smokin'-hot. He makes my teenaged nieces eager to learn about historical places and different cultures, so really, how bad can "Digging for the Truth" be? Despite what some of the other reviewers have posted, I'd much rather see the girls watch the History Channel with their TV-allowance time than South Park. Go, Josh!
Josh is hotttttt. I just hope that it does not go to his head and that any clout that he may have, if any w/ the History Channel (-just because he is a drop-dead gorgeous host does not mean that he is not deemed replacable by the next younger drop-dead candidate standing in the wings-) is used to keep all programs as accurated and balanced as possible. Ever so often it seems that the news programs, biography specials and history programs are tainted to the point of inaccuracy due to the need to make the maximum dollar return. As any tv ad person will tell you, tv does not exist for accuraate or good programing, but for the all mighty advertising dollar. Hence, the ever so cute Josh...
I am so glad there is an educational, clean show out there. Great job Josh.
i hear he smells like sandelwood
Oh goodness, I wish could take Josh home with me also! It's hard not to notice his wonderful good looks. ;]
I love learning about ancient history and I think his show is just wonderful. I can learn alot but I also know not everything mentioned in the show can be considered actual fact. He is simply exploring mysteries that even he understands might never be solved. Nevertheless, adventures seem to be what he lives for. And who knows, maybe one day he will find the something extremely unbelieveable.
Keep up those adventures, Josh. You're great. ;]
Despite it's lightweightness and controversial theories that some may argue as being ill selected, Digging for the Truth is entertaining and interesting. Most of us aren't hardliners Archaeologist or Historians so like most, I enjoyed it. It's about time that we have some entertainment that is educational clean and at times down right hilarious. Great job Josh and the History Channel!
Sure it's lightweight, but at least the show is getting a new generation interested in Archaeology. I studied the subject and recieved my Master's and never had as much fun as Josh is having. The subjects should be a jumping off point for anyone serious about gaining more knowledge. After all we appreciate Josh's looks and attitude but face it you can tape a picture on the wall, we come back for the experience and the opportunity to learn.
I can't say more than thank you History Channel for providing us with quality programming such as "Digging for the Truth." I hold a Bachelor Degree in History and find Digging for the Truth an excellent show that is both informative and inspiring. I love archaeology and quite frankly, watching Josh explore the most remote corners of the Earth makes me want to become part of his team. Not just because he is the embodiment of Adonis, but because he is able to transcend t.v. as a genuinely beautiful person who enjoys doing what he does best, explore. Great job Josh!
I think he lost in an imaginary world of thinking hes Indiana Jones when in fact he seems like a little rich boy playing cowboys and indians refusing to grow up.
Sky I think you're just jealous at all the compliments Josh receives - but then again if it were Pam Anderson in a halter top and short-shorts exploring Egypt or anywhere you'd be glued to your TV..
As an avid History Channel fan, I never miss an episode. If the critics of accuracy here don't like the show-turn the TV off and go to your local library or get online and do your own research. I watch DFT for the educational and entertainment value, it's TV (entertainment and $$$). As far as Josh's looks, he is beautiful, but it's a simple fact that to draw an audience, sell commercial time, and keep folks coming back, it sure doesn't hurt, and the commercials make the rest of the show possible. I wish he'd come home to me when he's taking a break! I'd like to see the show make at least the minimum 100 episodes so that it's eligible for syndication and residuals, and a note to Josh: ask for a raise!
I absolutely love Josh!
I was a fan from day # 1.
He is MY Indiana Jones - regardless of what others say. :)
The data collected along his adventure, be it little or significant, is very important to me. Like with all shows, you can't decide they have all of the answers regarding any one subject. I use DFT along with many others to pickup up bits here and there. I then follow-up myself using the Internet and the many books I have on the subjects. I thoroughly enjoy the show and I will not hesitate to admit that Josh is the major contributing factor to this. =) He's second only to my love of archeology/anthropology. ;-)
I too thoroughly enjoy all Josh's adventures right along with him - and the fact he is so handsome doesn't hurt a bit! ;-)being a traveler myself, I love seeing places through other's eyes and getting their take on local issues and Josh does that for me!
I was surprised and pleased to see "The Real Temple of Doom" episode with Dr. Rosa Rick acting as Josh's guide around the Chavin civilization dig in Peru. I've never met Dr. Rick, but I know her husband, John, a professor of archeology at Stanford who also works in Peru.
I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Rift Valley in Kenya from 1989 to 1992 and, while there, I found a large number of stone tools, some dating over 2 million years old. Finding my first Olduwan pebble tool was one of the greatest moments of my life.
I was able, with the permission of the National Museum of Kenya in Nairobi, to bring back some of these tools and I donated them to Stanford, where John Rick had them put on display in the Anthropological Sciences building and uses them in his teaching.
If someone knows how to contact Josh Berstein personally, they might want to suggest he consider doing a program on paleoarcheology and the archeologists and anthropologists who study our homonid ancestors in the Rift Valley. That would be a fascinating program and I'm sure Josh would have a great time doing it.
I usually don't take the time to write on these things BUT I love the show "Digging for the Truth". I think it's very interesting -- it takes you to places that most people would never get to see -- and it brings a little bit of adventure to everyone who watches (which lacks in most peoples lives!). I'm quite interested in archaeology and I must say that this show only made me wonder about things more - and that's a good thing - it makes me want to get out and discover things for myself. Oh, and for those of you who criticized Josh for talking about Edgar Cayce -- I don't really see why Josh shouldn't be able to voice his opinion... So what if it's different than yours? Obviously since you've found the time to bitch about it you've gotten your opinion out there.. so why even worry about it? Plus, Edgar Cayce is rather intriguing.... Another thing I'd like to say as long as I'm rambling: Josh IS definitely completely GORGEOUS.. however, if that's the only reason you tune into the show isn't that a little bit pathetic? I don't know Josh but he seems to be an intelligent guy -- so I'm just guessing.. but I'm pretty sure he wouldn't be interested in someone so shallow that they only care about his looks. Then again - I'm only 19 so what do I know? Ha.. anyways I'm very sorry if any of that sounded mean -- I just had to get my opinion out there..
I mean to actually cover this show on my blog. I happen to catch it when the History channel was running back to back episodes.
I had not realized that it was so scripted. I do love the way that it is filmed ... you get the sense that you are right there. Love the show. The intent, I think, is to capture a diverse audience.
I don't claim to be an expert in any area of archeology, anthropology, ect...I'm just a small town kid and I don't usually post my opinions on the web, but this show has stirred up a dormant hunger for learning that I'd forgotton. Ancient civilizations, their social life and religious beliefs. I'm excited to learn these things. Most shows just go over one topic, one theme over and over again. Digging for the Truth not only teaches you amazing facts about the ancient world, but also taked you there through the media of T.V. To go to such dangerous places in the world, one would have to be very commited to well, the truth. I thought I knew what career I would do, now I'm not so sure..... This show has truly inspired me.
Oh yes, he's definitely cute. That's the only reason I watch the show:-)
Josh is very, very HOT! I just started watching his show on The History Channel. I am Gay. I wonder if Joss is Gay or Straight? Tonight he was doing a show about Greenland. He was with some gal who moved to Greenland from Sweden or Norway or one of those Scandinavian countries. They camped out one night. I was thinking how romantic it would be to camp out with Josh! Kinda like Brokeback Mountain!!! Tonight is a Full Moon In Leo here in Houston/Galveston! I think The History Channel is going to repeat this later on tonight. I will watch it again! Damn! Can I have Josh for Valentines Day 2006?
Wow! I really like this Digging for the Truth show. I looked up what I could about the host and was impressed that he was doing adventure/studies first, and tv second. And my, my, my, isn't he beautiful. It reminds me of college when I always had crushes on the smart guys.
Not much left to say, I think its all pretty much been said. But I want to say to those folks that criticize both the show and its host that you just need to get over it. There are 48 minutes of program in an hour long show. That isn't a lot of time to cover any subject much less something as important as the Pyramids for example. I think what is covered in the shows is great and that they give a wonderful starting point for anyone with enough brains and curiosity to "dig" further.
I was blessed with some truly great history teachers throughout high school and college and this show reminds me a lot of the way those teachers taught- give them enough to make them curious and they will learn. And you know what? We did. We learned more from those teachers and professors than we ever did from anyone else. As for the show- no, it doesn't hurt that host Josh Bernstein is handsome. Hooray for the producers that they found someone like him. He is intelligent. He is well travelled. And, on top of all that he is handsome. He is everything you could want for a television show about history. His looks pull viewers in, and what he has to say keeps them watching because its a more candid look at history that some dull history book.
On that note, I have to say to the History Channel and Josh Bernstein- Thank you. I had forgotten how much fun history can be and you brought that back to me.
Josh is many things:
Hardworking
Educated
Talented
Devoted
Smart
Genius
Handsome
Respectful
Well-Mannered
Tasteful
Wise
Deep
Mysterious
Mystical
Open-Minded
Well-Rounded
Exotic
Athletic
Strong Abilities
Primitive
Tasteful
Scientific
Artistic
Spiritual
Interesting in All Aspects
Must have Strong/Intense GENES running in his BLOODLINES.
Sadly I was not blessed with many great history instructors through out my schooling although, I feel I was less than stellar as a pupil, so the responsibility road travels in both directions. However that being said, I find ëDigging for the Truthí to be an excellent show to watch, a show that serves as a beginning point for additional exploration if one wanted to glean further points of a topic. It came as a genuine surprise to me how this show renewed my interest in subjects I believed dormant and shelved long ago.
Josh is fun to watch, and is way to cute for watching an educational (yes, you still learn interesting facts, even if it's light weight!)!
Josh, if I was not married and you needed a date, I would so cut in line to be that one lucky gal!
Josh, you are entertaining, educational (I know you studied hard) and goodness know, HOT.
Keep up the great work.
Just want to say what a great job Josh does in
this series. I like the way he gets his hands
dirty, and it shows in the way he presents the
series.
Keep up the good work, and hope to eventually
get the series on DVD for all shows.
Paul
I love this program, it may be a little simplistic but my three year old son and I love to sit together and watch it. I have found a few dettails in some of the information that is now outdated, but I think this show is a great way to get my son interested in the past. I have always loved archeology, anthropology, but was told not to folow my dream because I have several learning problems. Now after I have tought myself Runic and the ways of the Norce I wish I would have followed through. Now I plan to take a different path to get me into what I always wanted but it will take about 15 years and a lot of hard work. I am a single mother and to have a guy that is hard working and involved in the public the way he is it gives me hope for my son and that some day I may meet a guy as upstanding as I want to find. I hope Josh all the best and I wish only to some day be a part of his advertising staff.
Bravo! Josh for a job well done-- hosting and infusing one of the most interesting shows on television, with your knowledge, personality and wit.
Criticism comes cheap these days. It is easy to sit on ones behind and find all the fault in the world. As I say to the critics in my business, "Let's hear 'your' album and how many Grammy's you have won, then we'll talk"
I wanted to be Indiana Jones too. People like Josh Bernstein from many years past,were the inspiration for these very entertaining films. So Josh, thanks for carrying on the tradition, and letting us all in on it. You are 'our' real Indiana Jones. Thanks for taking us there. When you are ready for a blockbuster film or two on the side, let us know.
My "Indiana Jones" hat (I have several) is off to you. Thanks for living your dream and sharing it with us.
Indiana Jones is a Josh Bernstein wannabe!! 'Nuff said.
i¥m a fan n umber one of josh berstein.
he¥s intelligent and handsome.
josh:
if they hate you in usa.
come to loive with me in mexico.
we have a lot history,that you can study here.
we have a lot of topics that you can learn here.
i love you and i admire you.
monica 65
I got a kick reading these messages! I love DFTT, as I'm studying archaealogy and love history. Of course, it doesn't hurt that Josh is funny, charming, handsome, and smart... I hope the show stays a long time, as TV is strongly lacking in educational and fun programming lately. As a fellow New Yorker, I'm proud of Josh!!
Thanks History Channel,
Margaret
Dear Josh
I am a HUGE fan of Josh. like all the girls say they are right you are sooo handson.I love archeology. and we need people like you to tell us the History about archeology and other History. I want to say keep up the GOOD WORK.and I want this show (DIGGING FOR THE TRUTH) ON DVD.
with a face like Josh you know. you will get all the girls want to know about the History about
archeology.
Cyndi
I'm entertained by all of these comments. Almost as much as I am by the show itself. Even if it is "educational" TV, it is still TV. Entertainment.
Even in a classroom, there are going to be errors in the education, that is why it is continuing.
I'm 55 years old, fairly well educated and, I am entertained and learn something everytime. Just wish I could get my 9 y/o nephew iterested in these as opposed to professional wrestling. LOL
dj
Well, I think all history is subject to interpretation. Afterall, it wouldn't be history if it wasn't the PAST.
I DO enjoy 'DFTT'. LOL, I want Bernstein's job! You can't help but learn something while watching the show OR wanting to know more and follow up yourself....igniting that passion for learning. I think that's what the program is about.
My list of things to see and do grows larger day by day and Josh Bernstein isn't helping. ;)
Cheers,
Puller
I was extremely interested in DFT long before I EVER saw it's host.
I couldn't wait to watch the show and due to an extremely busy schedule, asked a friend to record the episodes for me.
One weekend while sick in bed with the flu, I put on the first episode. I kept asking the friend who recorded the episodes for me why he didn't tell me that Josh was...well, for lack of a better description, "JOSH."
He said, he was so involved in what Josh was saying that he only noticed the Hat (If I ever questioned my friends orientation...that one cured it).
As obviously good looking as this History Channel Host is, (I like him better without the hat by the way)what's going on between Josh's ears has my interest more than anything else.
My website is www.guardianangelmanagement.com to see a few reasons why I am so drawn to a human like Josh.
Great work!
Genuinely,
Katie
I honestly have a hard time following what ever he is talking about any time he is talking about anything. I love this show because he is one of the most gorgeous creatures I have ever laid eyes on. Total you-know-what appeal in an intellectual MAN. What more could a woman want?
If you are a History expert, then you are probably right. You can now enjoy watching the comedy channel as you concured the intellectual stuff. I think that "Digging for the Truth" has been mistaken for " finding the truth". When you dig, you are neutral and you get what you get- there is no promise that you will get something to begin with. However, many people just enjoy the process of digging, and the ideas that cross their minds as they are trying to find the truth. I am sorry- I am ignorant when it comes to history. I like Business and numbers and I do watch comedy. However, I must say that I was so thrilled that for the first time, I could watch a documentary that is business people friendly and that does not say "if you are not an expert in history, good luck understanding!". I think that many people, mostly youth don't watch History oriented programs unless it is their college major, or job related, because it has the fame of being boring, slow, too specialized, and the hosts are fat and ugly. I think it is so refreshing to have a young person that we could identify with, and at least, even those who never cared about Pyramids, started wondering about who built them- a question for which they probably never thought any guesses are worth venturing. If it is a "History for Dummies" so be it, as long as it is user friendly and young people can now think that spending a spring break in Cairo, might be a descent alternative to the usual Florida or Las Vegas. Finally, I do believe that such documentaries are supposed to be geared towards an audiance that does not know anything or that knows little about the topic. If you know it all, then it is a waste of your time. As for credibility, as long as the host remained neutral and just presenting the available facts, I do not see any misrepresentation or concealment. Zahi Hawass? trust me, he would take generosities anyway regardless of the accuracy of his info. Well, can anyone get anything done in Egypt otherwise?
Cinematography? Impeccable. Narrative? Suspensful and well done!
Finally- I can't believe how girls are so into Josh! It was amusing the read the whole list of adjectives...But hey, as long as he is their key to history education... Sometimes the two are mutually exclusive : )
Merci!
omg all the estrogen floating around on this blog help im gonna need to go to espn.com just to balance it out. the show is ok but its not serious documentary .. gimme NOVA any day over most of this drivel
Wow! I graduated with a degree in History and although there is not a lot of hardcore facts and dates in DFT, I loved the show. It makes history fun and I'm pretty sure there was not anyone who looked like Josh in any of my classes. So great job Josh and the History Channel for making archeology fun for a whole new generation!
The history channel has been my favorite for a while, but for some reason tonight was my first time tuning in on Monday and seeing (sigh) Josh! Not only do I have a new favorite show, but I have a new favorite fantasy. Could he be any hotter? It's late here in Utah (I'm so glad he resides in my home state!) so I better go to bed so I can dream about going with him on one of his adventures.
Well, what can I say....I am a History buff, but imagine my surprise one day in flipping through the channels and discovering Digging for the Truth. My goodness! It is now my FAVORITE show. I certainly hope that this show in on the air for quite a while. Josh is quite simple the PERFECT man, intelligent, funny, completely BEAUTIFUL, educated! What more could a girl want?! Guys out there take a lesson :) If there are more men out there like Josh....WOW...I should have taken more History courses!!! Keep up the WONDERFUL work Josh!
Awesome!!!!
I have been watching the History Channel more now than ever. Josh is FABULOUS! I took anthropolgy in college and loved it. I only wish I could go on some digs with him and get my hands into some dirt. Great show and great Guy! Please stay with it Josh. Tony
Every night, I thank God for Josh Bernstein....sigh.....the man infuses Integrity with Lust. Someone here says Josh smells like Sandlewood.....I'd like to get close enough to judge for myself. For now, I'll keep my DVR set to record his show 'Digging for the Truth' Hurrah!
"Digging For The Truth" is the first historical/archeological show in my own history that I have ever made of point of watching. I think that in itself says a great deal about the quality of this show and the likeablility of its host Josh Bernstein. While I agree that it can be lightweight, it is a fantastic way to get people interested in subjects that they were previously not interested in at all! The show makes the subjects interesting and the host infuses humor, intelligence, and experience (I suggest that any detractors of Josh Bernstein check out his educational background, post graduate studies, body of work and beyond; They will quickly see the light) not to mention overall entertainment into what could otherwise be relegated to the "forget about it" file. Let's face it, TV offers a great deal of variety; it says a great deal about a "perfect combination of elements" that this show is doing so well.
I got a kick out of Josh's expressions and comments during the "Amazon" episode with regard to some of the "artifacts"...that's the only way that I can word that. I laughed out loud!
Wow! Josh has certainly raised the bar for Mr. Right. I think I would do just about anything to meet him, or the likes, if he exists. I love history anyway, but I have to give a big hand to the history channel for hiring Josh as the host. It's a load of extra incentive to watch an already fascinating show. Give him a raise people! Those pearly whites are the secret of your success. Not to mention every other completely beautiful part of him. I'm definitely looking forward to many happy Monday nights to come. Josh, if you read this, you rock my world!
I have never really been "into" history at all. In fact it was my worse subject. I think reading about it was incredibly boring. But channel surfing one day I saw Josh and I had to stop just to see who the heck this gorgeous creature was. And I actually enjoyed the show and all the rest I have watched. In fact, I'm glued to the History channel if there are back to back episodes. So, thanx Josh for making history learning Fun and Interesting. And your looks don't hurt to make sure the channel doesn't get changed. lol
The show is like history for dummies, which I have no problem with, but............. for pities sake get rid of the fake shoulder bag and IJ hat that have to be in every shot. The idiot was in a cave tonight with a guide in a hard hat, but our hero still had to wear the lame hat for the scene. It makes it all so hard for everyone who doesn't have a schoolgirl crush on him to watch.
Oh, and what is in the goddamn leather bag, the script? fake tan lotion? spare IJ hat? What is it for???
I'm not one to post on these things, but I too have to have my say about this show and its host. I'm a person who watches the long, fact infused - what so many call boring - documentaries. I find anything dealing with history and archeology fascinating. I also LOVE this show.
The show is informitive AND entertaining. It still makes you stop and think about the theories being explored. It's also a show and my six and three year olds will watch with me. My six year old often comes up with intellegent questions for me to answer. So the show enhances his learning developement, and helps give me quality time with my son. That's a great accomplishment.
As for the host, Josh. Yes, he is very nice looking. (Love that smile!) I love the hints of humor, and the fact he comes across as real, not just another actor. Josh has a certain charismatic quality that's hard to ignore. But beyond all that he seems intellegent, and has an impressive background. I can't see anyone else filling his shoes. He's perfect for this show - though I'd love to see him host a more in depth documentary and really show off his brains.
I say hurray for Digging For The Truth, The History Channel, and Josh Bernstein! Keep up the good work. You've found a winning combination in my book.
Okay. I'm watching the show right now and had to look up this Josh Bernstein because A) he was cute B)he was on the HISTORY CHANNEL and C)Bernstein? A nice, smart, hot Jewish boy? Not really.
The show makes him come off as a pretentious asshole who likes to parade around in an Indiana Jones hat and wear it even when he's lying in anaphylactic shock on a hospital bed in his hospital gown.
And as far as the show goes? They just spent a good five minutes looking at possibly man-made piles of rocks under some obscure lake in Wisconsin.
Maybe this episode is just a dud, but somehow I don't think so.
DFT is a wonderful program. I think it's a shame that there aren't more educational shows like it. We are bombarded with reality tv (which is usually "canned" anyway!)that offer nothing but brain freeze to anyone who finds themselves enthralled by it's (scripted) content. DFT is a wonderful way to learn about history, archaeology and even travel and geography. Most American tv is a sad display of where our values have gone (and the world IS watching!) Thank goodness for shows like this one that restore some value through quality, educational, enlightening and responsible content. Josh just happens to have broad appeal (pardon the punn) since he is both educated and intelligent; as well as visually appealing and witty. What esle could you possibly want in a show?
;-)
Sure,sure, DFTT isn't PBS. But at least it's a start at a palatable way at presenting history & archeology to the masses when our schools have had to scrap everything due money problems. Josh Bernstein (or who he appears to be) is MY dreamboat! Eduacated, polished,adventurous, artistic,funny, adorable ,a gentleman and a nice Jewish boy...now if he were only a doctor,too! He'd be perfect for my daughter. But please, Joshala, would it hurt to be clean-shaven once in a while?
a New York City rich jewish boy whos folks let him spend the bucks. Indinia Jonesstein Lol...
me encanta tu programa es muy interesante,espero sigas explorando mas los misterios de los mayas o de las culturas de mi pais mexico,me gusta verte porque eres lo que yo hubiera querido ser y hacer pero soy demasiado miedosa,para la aventura felicidades y en hora buena con tu programa,me encantan los misterios y me encantaria que le hecharas una mirada a tajin una ciudad totonaca.
6.29.06
Thursday 2:15PM CST
Everyone is entitled to their opinion. But my husband and I how are in our 50's, find the show intelligent, entertaining, informative. You don't find that on any reality show. It is nice to have a series that people our age can see and enjoy. Josh Bernstein and staff, etc, do a wonderful job. There is part of Josh in DFT and DFT is part of Josh. We hope the series has a long... run... We are glad the History Channel did a series like this. This is the way to go for television. QUALITY! And DFT has IT.
We agree, Josh is intelligent, attractive, funny, gentleman, etc. If I was not married...
LONG RUN Joha and Staff. Good Luck with BOSS too.
Doug and Nancy Faulkner
I am elated that Josh is doing so well, and I find the programs very engaging. I have watched Josh emerge over the last 8 years in our business circles. He is a work horse and highly intelligent and gives life all it has. And yes he is adorable and the hat and bag are real. He has had that bag forever...
Kudos to hard work and determination paying off.
Many regards,
Beth Cochran
Gosh!!.... I thought i was the only one who thought Josh looks like a yummy candy...LOL!!! *sigh* If only i were'nt married. The show rocks! Iam a history channel buff. The only channel worth watching on TV. And Josh is the best treat history channel has offered till now. Keep going Josh!!! And if you really were a candy, i would have.........I dont know what i would've done with you...LOL....
7.7.06
Friday 2:33PM CDT
Beth or Luckycharm and others, let Doug and I know what you think about this blog and Josh. We agree, Josh to us is intelligent, also, knows his stuff and makes DFT work. Josh is DFT and DFT is Josh. It is nice to know friends of his or acquainted with Josh let all of us know the type of person he really is. Thanks for sharing your incite with us.
Doug and Nancy Faulkner
6193 Churchwood Circle
Greendale, Wisconsin 53129-2464
faulkner@ticon.net
People !!!! TV is entertainment. Period !!!! If you want something serious, go to school. And don't complain not being warned about doing homework bit !!!! It's good to see something that you don't have to tell the kids cover their eyes, or don't repeat what had been said. Or something that induces viewer to coma-those who sleeping watching TV...you know who you are !!!!
DTF is a brilliant show. I like to see how the past & all of its glorious brought to light. Seeing how human determination & will had succeeded is mind boggling !!! More over, it makes me appreciated how far we have gone from stone age to giga bites.
Watching thousand year of these civilizations condensed down to one hour is amazing. Of course it's only a scratch on surface, but it makes me think about those who walked on this earth before us.
Keep up the good work. It helps to have a host who is witty & hand-on...and, of course good look doesn't hurt either !!!
So, how's about Great Wall of China ???
Hello, I'm from Chile, I'm 23 years old, I'm an interpreter and a translator and I'm very interested in history, astronomy and everything related to this enormous universe. I have a huge library at home, which is my treasure. I use to watch THC, and other cultural channels, when I'm not working. But, no other show has had such a huge impact on me like DFT. Digging for the truth has without a doubt caught my attention.Is one of those shows you just can't miss, so I'm happy not being alone in this. This show has everything that is necessary for show to succeed, and the host Josh Bernstein is very articulate, intelligent as far as I can see, and he knows what he is talking about, and I agree with most of the girls, that he is gorgeous. What else a women can ask for, he has everything that I'm looking in guy, but it is so hard to find.
Goodbye and God bless you all.
I think Josh is SOOOO friggin lucky to be doing what he obviously loves; archaeology, and "digging for the truth." Not only that, he is very good looking, and very smart in his field. I really enjoy his show, and look forward to it every week. I would give anything to be doing what he is doing; traveling the world, seeing ancient sites that many of us will never get to do, and learning more about them and then sharing his knowledge with us. I think josh is awesome, and if he is still single, hey, so am I!!! I am 34, and live here un SLC Utah. Josh has been to sites that I would give anything to see. The Egyptian pyramids; the library of Alexandria, and the site of where the lighthouse once stood; Easter Island; Stonehenge, etc. My goal is to be an archaeologist one day, and to be able to see and do the things Josh has done. Way to go Josh!!!!!!!!!!!! From: Wendy McDaniel
(801-347-7700)
It's downright dumb (dangerous) to post your telephone number anywhere on the Internet, esp on a anonymous message board. The rest of the post is really good, tho.
I logged on to the website here hoping I could find out what happened to the show. I really enjoyed DFTT. I had no idea I would find so many comments and the nature of the comments!!!
I found the show very informative, interesting and most of all I love the fact that Mr. Bernstein was so respectful of all cultures peoples and religions.
Are we going to see some new shows!
Sheila
MR. BERNSTEIN:
CONGRATULATIONS, YOU MADE A GREAT WORK. I AM ENGENEERING AND LAWER FROM BRAZIL, AND YOUR ADMIRER.
IN YOUR LAST SHOW IN HC, YOU INVESTIGATED THE HISTORY OF DE FIRST COLONISTS FROM ENGLAND THAT DESAPEARED IN THE COAST OF US.
HERE, IN SAO PAULO, BRAZIL, YOU CAN FIND THE SAME FENOMENO. THE FIRST PORTUGUESES IN OUR COAST HAD MADE ALLIANCES WITH THE NATIVES INDIANS. IN THE XVIII CENTURY ALMOST EVERIBODY HERE IN S?O PAULO DIDN'T SPEAK PORTUGUESE, BUT THE TUPY (A PRINCIPAL INDIAN LANGUAGE OF OUR REGION). I THINK ITS A NATURAL AWAY OF LIFE.
CONGRATULATIONS AGAIN.
ROBERTO
Last night, in his umpteenth search for Atlantis, I watched a complete waste of an hour as Josh "directed" a crew of incompetents who were trying to drag a ìtow fishî side-scanning sonar probe behind a boat. First the tow cable got completely and hopelessly tangled ñ no data. That killed the first half-hour of the show. Then, on the following drag, their computers suddenly crashed ñ that wasted the next 15 minutes or so. They were finally able to get a good set of readings of the targeted ìformationsî on the bottom ñ which were quickly interpreted by the resident expert as nothing more than naturally-occurring ìhumpsî of the surrounding sediment.
For the remaining 10-15 minutes of the show, Josh switched gears and went diving to look at some supposed ìroof tilesî with one of the locals on some site that he promised he would not divulge. My guess is even Josh and his writing/directing team felt they had to deliver SOMETHING to the viewers after the ìtow fishî debacle ñ so, we got Josh in a wet suit. Iím sure this gave all his drooling female and gay fans a thrill.
Ordinarily, I would have turned-off this episode sometime during the first 30 minutes in disgust, but I was curious to see just how far they would go before they presented anything of any real value or interest. My curiosity was sated when I realized they managed to fill an entire hour with absolutely NOTHING. Josh Bernstein is a pretentious pantload, and it is an act of charity to describe this program as "lightweight".
Not all adventures can go just the way you want them to. Josh in a wet suit is compensation enouph for me. F*ck Atlantis. That man can dig for my truth anyday.
about the Atlantis episode, I'm POed too. That second hour was a total mess that left me wailing I MISSED TONY BOURDAIN FOR THIS? True DFTT is history lite. It whets one's interest the same way A&E's movie THE CROSSING did, presenting questionably accurate history in a way that capitalizes on the sex appeal of the actors (esp. Sebastian Roche, but that's beside the point). Josh is a hunk but not enough of one to rescue that crap. The only distraction that might have worked would have been if he'd taken his shirt off. Hey it always works for Mike Rowe (wink wink).
Josh is definitely eye candy. When he fell off the horse on the Ghengis Khan show last night I wondered if anyone offered to kiss the booboo and make it better
Josh is very much atractive and very smart.It about made me cry thogh when he fell off the horse when he did the show about Chingis Khan.
Josh would have made a very good archer on Tut's chariot wearing period costume. Very nice image.
Jeez. I have to confess the only thing I was thinking when Josh fell off the Mongolian pony was that he looks awfully good walking away from the camera. Guess I'm not as evolved as I pretend.
History Channel is one of the best channels out there and DFT with Josh Berstein makes it even better! The show offers great views that you never get to see as a tourist. The fact that the host is absolutely gorgeous, intelligent and charasmatic is a plus! Most history-lovers can only hope to teach or write a book or travel...making a career of exploring the past is an amazing feat, so my hat's off to you Josh!
Excuse me, Sky is it? Look, how much do you even know about him? To call him a spoiled rich kid that refuses to grow up is just infantile and ignorant. For your info dear he comes from an upper-middle class family, while he went to school around snobbish overprivileged kids, he felt completely out of place. He suffered many tragic losses growing up, including that of his father, hence the cowboy obsession. I would imagine his love of adventure stems from his adolescent fixation with Clint Eastwood, who replaced his father for him symbolically. So please excuse him for enjoying his life and job,just because your probably miserable in yours doesn't make it ok for you to begrudge him his.
Excuse me, Sky is it? Look, how much do you even know about him? To call him a spoiled rich kid that refuses to grow up is just infantile and ignorant. For your info dear he comes from an upper-middle class family, while he went to school around snobbish overprivileged kids, he felt completely out of place. He suffered many tragic losses growing up, including that of his father, hence the cowboy obsession. I would imagine his love of adventure stems from his adolescent fixation with Clint Eastwood, who replaced his father for him symbolically. So please excuse him for enjoying his life and job,just because your probably miserable in yours doesn't make it ok for you to begrudge him his.
Excuse me, Sky is it? Look, how much do you even know about him? To call him a spoiled rich kid that refuses to grow up is just infantile and ignorant. For your info dear he comes from an upper-middle class family, while he went to school around snobbish overprivileged kids, he felt completely out of place. He suffered many tragic losses growing up, including that of his father, hence the cowboy obsession. I would imagine his love of adventure stems from his adolescent fixation with Clint Eastwood, who replaced his father for him symbolically. So please excuse him for enjoying his life and job,just because your probably miserable in yours doesn't make it ok for you to begrudge him his.
As previously stated "Not all adventures can go just the way you want them to." by Rachel D.; hence, THE ADVENTURE! If one walked in knowing what to expect what would the "digging" be for? I think the show is informative and entertaining. There is only so much that can be covered in an hour on any given subject. Hats off to DFT and Josh! Thanks for making discovering past cultures interesting and respectful.
As previously stated "Not all adventures can go just the way you want them to." by Rachel D.; hence, THE ADVENTURE! If one walked in knowing what to expect what would the "digging" be for? I think the show is informative and entertaining. There is only so much that can be covered in an hour on any given subject. Hats off to DFT and Josh! Thanks for making discovering past cultures interesting and respectful.
Josh's show, I feel, is well put together. My son, who is four-years-old loves watching it! Just for those who were disappointed in the Atlantis episode. I would have to say; when you go to excavations you have no idea what is going to happen. Sometimes you get what you are hoping and praying for but it's not always the case. I understand that going into watching this show that you may have been expecting to see something extraordinary, sometimes archaeology is hit or miss. No matter how good your research is it's not always what you anticipate. Like BethSheba has stated, "If one walked in knowing what to expect what would the "digging" be for?"
I did a search for photos of Josh on Flickr and found these. Gorgeous! Donít know what to make of it though. Interesting.
EDIT: Couldn't post links here. Do the search yourself.
Nice pics. Who's Rose? Are the photos what they seem to be, or just part of a publicity shoot?
Props to DFTT, its a great show that covers subjects that are not regulary talked about. One question about the atlantis episode: Does anyone know further history on the roof tiles found? Carbon dateing would sure help with knowing how old they are.
well, as a woman, I must confess: History is good, Archaelogy is fantastic, Josh is much more! kkkk
Regarding ATLANTIS episode I felt some disappointment when I realize that Josh didn't *digg enough* the theory of time capsule under the sphynx paws [clayse]. I was looking forward to hear something, anything about it! And my expectations were high but Josh didn't even scratch the surface! :-( check my blog:
To: Anybody here: send me links, plzzzz!
well, summing up... my conclusion watching the episode was *Plauto wrote a fairy tale based on another city that was flooded some years earlier * Atlantis are nothing but a legend * That thousand dollar expedition didn't reveal a thing! * All in all Josh is cute, so it worthwile! :-)
More comments on my blog regarding Clayse+ Atlantis+ Josh: search for *painel de cortiÁa*
I don't like the show for two things... it just not digging enough... it's kind of light.
And the other... "The Indiana jones wanna be" look
He or the productors could be a little more original.
other thing is that he looks kind of whimpy doing things... not as a Survival expert... any way... It's just a another light tv show.
I hate how on the show they use sonar equipment without knowing how it works. One instance Josh saw something on sonar and said "It's to the right" then as the sonar continued scanning he said "Now its over to the left". Anyone who knows how sonar works would know that the sonar progressively scans directly underneath you. The way it displays this moves from right to left on your screen. So just because something is showing up as a long object on your sonar could just be something hanging directly under your boat. I hate how badly they use their instruments. Also they are using very cheap sonar, you can see its cheap because of the low resolution. SAD :(
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