EJ On TV

The Survivalist You Know from TV

EJ’s unmatched grit and warrior mindset have been tested—and televised—on hit shows like Naked & Afraid, 72 Hours, Mountain Masters, and more.

Naked and Afraid (Discovery Channel)

EJ Snyder is one of the most recognized and respected survivalists in Naked and Afraid history. With multiple appearances—including the grueling 21-day and 40-day XL challenges—EJ pushed human endurance to its limits in some of the world’s harshest environments.

Armed with only a blade, his grit, and unshakable will, EJ has battled searing heat, punishing storms, predators, starvation, and psychological exhaustion—all while completely exposed to the elements.

From solo missions to team survival, EJ doesn’t just participate—he leads, endures, and inspires.

His performances on Naked and Afraid helped cement his legacy as one of survival television’s most iconic figures.

Dual Survival (Discovery Channel)

EJ Snyder joined the cast of Dual Survival as a combat-tested survivalist known for his no-nonsense approach and military precision. Tasked with navigating extreme scenarios alongside a partner with a contrasting style, EJ brought raw grit, unmatched fieldcraft, and battlefield-hardened leadership to every mission.

From jungle expeditions to arid wastelands, EJ tackled each survival situation with real-world tactics and an unbreakable mindset—proving that preparation, attitude, and sheer willpower can mean the difference between life and death.

His episodes quickly became fan favorites, showcasing what happens when experience meets intensity in the world’s most unforgiving environments.

Mountain Masters (Outdoor Channel)

Co-hosted by EJ Snyder and survival expert Cat Bigney, Mountain Masters is a high-stakes competition where four seasoned outdoorsmen face off in a relentless battle of skill, strength, and endurance. Each contestant must outlast the others in grueling outdoor challenges to avoid elimination and ascend to the summit—both literally and figuratively—for a shot at the $10,000 prize and the title of Mountain Master.

With rugged terrain, unpredictable weather, and fierce competition, the mountain doesn’t just test you—it breaks you.

Only one will conquer it.

First Man Out with Ed Stafford: Thailand (Discovery Channel)

In this brutal head-to-head survival race, EJ Snyder challenges British adventurer Ed Stafford in the unforgiving mountain jungles of Northern Thailand. With nothing but the clothes on their backs, a single blade, and their survival instincts, the two push their mental and physical limits in a race to the extraction point.

No support. No shortcuts. Just raw wilderness, real danger, and one goal: be the First Man Out.

72 Hours: The Fijian Jungle (TNT)

Before Naked and Afraid made him a household name, EJ Snyder led the Green Team through 48 miles of unforgiving Fijian jungle in a high-stakes, 72-hour race for a $100,000 briefcase. With nothing but a GPS, a single water bottle each, and gear scavenged along the way, EJ and his teammates faced off against two rival teams in brutal heat, dense terrain, and zero margin for error.

Can leadership, grit, and raw instinct push the Green Team to victory? Watch and find out.

Explore More of EJ’s Work

From action-packed TV roles to behind-the-scenes production, EJ’s talents go far beyond survival.