Discovery Channel August Programming Highlights

Premieres of Returning Series "Bering Sea Gold," "Expedition X" and "Mysteries of the Abandoned: Hidden America" Airing this August alongside the Premiere of "Expedition Bigfoot" on Discovery Channel

This August, Discovery Channel is premiering "Bering Sea Gold" on 8/1, "Expedition X" on 8/2, "Mysteries of the Abandoned: Hidden America on 8/29 and "Expedition Bigfoot" on 8/30.

See below for the full schedule.

Week of July 30, 2023

Tuesday, August 1

· "Bering Sea Gold" Debuts on Discovery Channel - 9pm ET/PT

· Contending for Godfather status in Nome, the miners - including a young newcomer - return to the frigid Bering Sea, battling dangerous underwater ice formations, equipment failures, and crew mishaps during one of the most ferocious winters Nome has ever seen.

Wednesday, August 2

· "Expedition X" Debuts on Discovery Channel - 9pm ET/PT

· Josh Gates has decided it's time to really explore the dark side of our world. To this end, Gates has put together a team to undertake investigations delving into realms beyond the 'unknown.' He's picked Jessica Chobot and Phil Torres to mount unprecedented expeditions into the unexplained and perhaps...unexplainable.

Week of August 27, 2023

Tuesday, August 29

· "Mysteries of the Abandoned: Hidden America" Debuts on Discovery Channel - 10pm ET/PT

· America's past is filled with intriguing locations that bear exploration: diners, drive-ins, gas stations, fallout shelters, theaters, bars, pool halls, juke joints among many others. Some of these places haven't made it to present day use, but still stand as eerie reminders of a country's remarkable cultural history. This off-shoot of the successful "Mysteries of the Abandoned" investigates the stories behind these amazing sites and celebrates some of these great American icons.

Wednesday, August 30

· "Expedition Bigfoot" Debuts on Discovery Channel - 10pm ET/PT

· The Expedition Bigfoot team faces their most difficult challenge yet when they hunt for evidence in the Alaska mountains. From searching abandoned mines to exploring uncharted ice caves, they will stop at nothing to bring home proof of the elusive beast.

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About Science Channel

Science Channel, a multi-media business unit of Discovery, Inc. is the home of all things science around the clock, including series such as WHAT ON EARTH?, HOW THE UNIVERSE WORKS, UNEARTHED, and MYSTERIES OF THE ABANDONED. Science Channel's programming also includes timely, expert-driven specials covering breaking science news and discoveries. Science Channel is the premiere TV, digital and social community for those with a passion for science, space, technology, archeology, and engineering, providing immersive, engaging, high-quality entertainment across all Science Channel assets including: Science Channel television network, available in more than 63 million homes in the U.S; complimentary Video On Demand offering; SCI Go app allowing viewers to catch up on full episodes of their favorite shows anytime; deep video, interactive storytelling and virtual reality at www.sciencechannel.com; and conversations on Science Channel's popular social platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat via @ScienceChannel.

About Animal Planet

Animal Planet, one of Discovery, Inc.'s great global brands, is dedicated to creating high quality content with global appeal delivering on its mission to keep the childhood joy and wonder of animals alive by bringing people up close in every way. Available to 360 million homes in more than 205 countries and territories, Animal Planet combines content that explores the undeniable bonds forged between animals and humans, optimized across all screens around the world. For more information, please visit www.animalplanet.com.

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Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ: WBD) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes the world's most differentiated and complete portfolio of content and brands across television, film and streaming. Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros. Discovery inspires, informs and entertains audiences worldwide through its iconic brands and products including: Discovery Channel, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, HBO,, HGTV, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, Max, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Film Group, Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Español, Hogar de HGTV and others. For more information, please visit www.wbd.com.