I think it's safe to say most of us don't really care what happened behind the scenes during the Josh Gates program.
That includes me and probably Meyer as well. 
Absolutely, and I regret going into some of the gory behind-the-scenes details regarding my conflicts with "street savvy journalist" Bruce Smith. He wanted to be "drama queen for a day" here on the forum and spill all for all to see. I did not want to go there, and it was unnecessary, actually. . I apologize -- it's true, no one here is actually interested in all the bullshit that went on behind the scenes.
In spite of it all, I value the experience. It was good to see, and spend the day with, R99. We went over lots of information, and had lengthy discussion, the night before the shoot -- at the hotel. I wanted to be sure I understood the Malay-Canby intersection and R99's theory and thinking on it.
We did like 7-10 retakes on several scenes, sometimes more. Josh Gates wanted what he wanted. I too was disappointed the show took the turn it did with the Reno jump and Hall's theory -- we all know it just can't be. That came out of nowhere! I was shocked the program took that turn. I was expecting to see Shutter's flight simulator and was disappointed that didn't happen.
Meyer
Ive watched a lot of Gates programs since this ... Gates wants constant nonstop action and moves on if a segment bogs down. His programs are constantly resetting stages for the next boring 'nothing' which turns up nothing! Thats why I stopped watching his 'Action News Non News Action'.
My current LIKE is a series on the Zodiac Killer where they are trying to break his codes to identify other victims. They are using real (known) experts and some of the latest self learning computer technology. It turns out his code may be based in part on lunar calendar symbols the Navy incorporated into some of their coding systems! Bali Days. All of the known Zodiac murders seem to have occurred on 'Bali Days'. They now have a suspect who spent time in the Navy doing code work! ....... that is a light year away from Gates planet hopping in hip boots with a camera in his hand ... 
Georger, I too have watched several TC/Expedition Unknown segments since the DBC program. You are correct, Josh has non-stop energy, he knows what he wants, it's his program, he runs everything. You will hear several times in his programs "Josh, did you find something?" or "Did Josh find something?" It's all for the camera, it's all staged, it's for the central character, Josh Gates. He's a star, no doubt about it. I had no problem with that. I found Josh Gates to be very kind, courteous, humble, and down-to-earth. He's a great guy, he's very personable and he has a great sense of humor -- what you see is what you get. In addition, he was very patient as he coached us on how to be in front of the camera.
He gets all excited about what he may find, but the elusive find just seems to always slip his grasp. Just when you think he's got something, it slips away.... Maybe that's what keeps people coming back, they're hoping some day he will actually find the mystical, hidden treasure.
I too have taken interest in the Zodiac killer program you mention, Georger. I watch it as often as I'm able. I have a friend from Omak, WA who tells me he was one of the key investigators on the Zodiac killer case. He's all retired now from law enforcement, he's in his late 70s. He tells me they had a guy in their sights almost from the git-go. They felt strongly that he was the Zodiac killer, but the actual proof and DNA match up just weren't there. Maybe some progress on the case will be made with the code deciphering.
Meyer
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