America's Untold Stories

America's Untold Stories with Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert explores history and pop-culture that is often unknown, obscure, or overlooked.

Eric Hunley is the host of Unstructured and the eponymous YouTube Channel Eric Hunley where he interviews a WIDE variety of folks from body language experts, to YouTube lawyers, to folks in 3 letter agencies https://youtube.com/erichunley

Mark Groubert, the self-defined Forrest Gump of pop-culture has lived through more events than a dozen folks have in their lifetimes.
He's an investigative reporter/features writer for the LA Weekly and was editor of The Weekly World News in 2002. He's also written for Penthouse Magazine, High Times, LA City Beat, and many other publications.
From 1994 to 2001 Groubert penned more than ten screenplays including The Recruit (2003), starring Colin Farrell and Al Pacino, and served as a script doctor on dozens of others.

Contact: https://erichunley.com/contact

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America's Untold StoriesNovember 14, 2026

Nvidia's Next CEO? + Vance's 2028 Doubts

Jensen Huang resigns. Howard Lutnick faces questions over the Nvidia fallout. JD Vance's Iran role and reported 2028 doubts put Trump's inner circle under scrutiny. Mark Groubert and Eric Hunley break down ABC News' timeline of Huang's fall and Newsweek's reporting on pressure inside the administration over chip-export controls. Espionage allegations remain allegations, and Nvidia's board has said it has no reason to believe national security or company secrets were compromised. Lutnick has not ...

America's Untold StoriesNovember 12, 2026

Miami Crowned America’s Rudest City & West Virginia Tops Obesity Rankings Again [AUS Clips]

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert break down hidden psychological manipulation tactics, unusual international headlines, and surprising national rankings on "Torn From the Headlines." They open by exposing a subtle Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) circular hand gesture used by manipulators and pickup artists to trigger involuntary nodding and agreement, before examining American Heart Association research suggesting potassium-enriched salt substitutes could prevent millions of he...

America's Untold StoriesNovember 11, 2026

Jensen Huang & the Alleged Chinese Spy + Van Jones' "Affordability" Machine

Trump says his hardline immigration policy went too far after the midterms blowout, and the Republican losses are still piling up. Plus Van Jones describes the Democrats’ “affordability” machine, and the Jensen Huang scandal reaches the FBI. Mark Groubert and Eric Hunley take on President Trump’s 60 Minutes admission that his deportation policy “was too tough” after Republicans lost the Hispanic vote and both chambers of Congress. The wipeout is still growing: Democrats have flipped state legisl...

America's Untold StoriesNovember 09, 2026

San Diego Trick-or-Treat Shroom Gummy Bust & 97-Year-Old Dies Dancing to "Stayin' Alive" [AUS Clips]

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert break down an unforgettable slate of bizarre crimes, cultural clashes, and wild national headlines on "Torn From the Headlines." They open with a creepy, passive-aggressive AI voice assistant melting down over basic spelling before dissecting the rapid decline of Oakland, where the historic Coliseum and Arena face demolition as the operator lays off over 1,600 workers. The co-hosts also cover the arrest of 35-year-old Noah Stein, an Oakland man bus...

America's Untold StoriesNovember 07, 2026

Russell Brand Found Guilty + Vance 'New Right' Move

Try High Flavanol Cocoa (Stem Cells & Nitric Oxide): (BLACK FRIDAY EARLY ACCESS BUY ONE GET ONE FREE STOREWIDE + FREE NMN FOR 48HRS ONLY!): https://blackforestsupplements.com/untold A jury finds Russell Brand guilty of sex crimes and assault, leaving the comedian facing a substantial prison sentence. Plus, J.D. Vance moves to build a "new right" alliance following midterm election shifts, and a newly elected House Democrat prepares for an appearance on felony car theft charges. Co-hosts Eric Hun...

America's Untold StoriesNovember 05, 2026

The Celebrity "Puppy Laundering" Ring & Chili's Degreaser Margarita Burns [AUS Clips]

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert break down an uncanny comedy-meets-dystopia cold open, shocking celebrity consumer scams, and dangerous restaurant mix-ups on "Torn From the Headlines." They open with a viral AI voice test that spirals into passive-aggressive arguments over basic spelling, looking at how conversational tech mimics modern bureaucratic evasion. The co-hosts then expose the massive civil enforcement action against Wagmor Pets—the Studio City boutique rescue favored b...

America's Untold StoriesNovember 04, 2026

Trump Cuts $4B Israel Aid + Election Day Chaos

Election Day arrives with a major geopolitical shift as Donald Trump announces the U.S. will cut off $4 billion in annual aid to Israel by the end of the year while allowing continued arms purchases. Plus, death threats surface around critics in the Rep. Ilhan Omar inquiry, and a federal judge dismisses charges against ex-FBI officials in the Hunter Biden laptop case. Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert analyze Donald Trump’s Election Day declaration ending $4 billion in annual U.S. financial support ...

America's Untold StoriesNovember 02, 2026

Torn from the Headlines 10-30-2026

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert dive into a packed lineup of viral culture, political power plays, and wild California headlines on "Torn From the Headlines." They open with Dave Rubin’s viral AI-generated short film on creeping totalitarianism and the historical parallels to the Iranian revolution, before examining the changing media landscape and shifting perspectives on JFK. The co-hosts then break down hair-raising drone footage capturing a massive Great White shark lurking d...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 30, 2026

Fired General Leak Report + Hunter Laptop Court Fight

A fired Pentagon general reportedly admitted leaking classified information, and two ex-FBI officials face court over the Hunter Biden laptop. Plus the Ilhan Omar warrant fight, a Fifth Circuit rebuke, and the passing of Patrick Stewart. Mark Groubert and Eric Hunley open with the report, first published by Axios, that Army Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia told investigators he shared classified information about Iran and Ukraine with journalists before Pete Hegseth fired him. Some of his colleagues disput...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 29, 2026

The Van Gogh Asylum Sky Breakthrough & Abbott & Costello's Secret Fistfights [AUS Clips]

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert dive into legendary comedy lore, surprising art history revelations, and outrageous local crime files on "Torn From the Headlines." They open with classic Abbott and Costello vaudeville history, detailing how the iconic duo generated millions in World War II war bonds, performed "Who's on First?" for President Roosevelt, and hid a volatile off-stage relationship marked by physical altercations and a bitter split over a fired housekeeper. The co-hos...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 27, 2026

Swalwell Mansion Raided & F-16 Jet Scrambled

The FBI executes a raid on a Beverly Hills estate tied to the investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell. Plus, an F-16 fighter jet performs an aggressive intercept over Mar-a-Lago, and Donald Trump unloads on Bill Maher in an extensive social media takedown. Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert break down federal agents descending on a luxury residence in Beverly Hills as part of an expanding probe connected to California Congressman Eric Swalwell. The hosts then examine NORAD scrambling an F-16 jet over P...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 26, 2026

Plane Forced to Turn Around Over Terror Wi-Fi Name & Jason Alexander Defends Michael Richards

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert dive into an unforgettable mix of mid-air scares, comedy nostalgia, and bizarre international crime headlines on "Torn From the Headlines." They open with Jason Alexander's recent comments fiercely defending his Seinfeld co-star Michael Richards, reflecting on Richards' comedic genius and how Gloria Allred targeted him following the infamous Laugh Factory incident. The co-hosts then examine an international flight scare where a United Airlines plan...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 23, 2026

5 Years of AUS! Ilhan Omar Scandals & Graham Claims

America's Untold Stories celebrates five years on the air. Mark Groubert and Eric Hunley commemorate the milestone by breaking down Ilhan Omar’s latest comments on her marriage and an expanding winery probe, explosive allegations leveled against Senator Lindsey Graham, and Mark Halperin reporting on a major midterm shift behind the scenes. Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert mark the 5-year anniversary of the broadcast by breaking down escalating developments surrounding Rep. Ilhan Omar. The hosts loo...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 22, 2026

Judge Secretly Seals Entire California Murder Case Involving Trans NYT Exec [AUS Clips]

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert dive into an eye-opening roundup of media evasions, shocking legal secrecy, and bizarre national crime files on "Torn From the Headlines." The co-hosts open by analyzing a viral exchange between Elon Musk and biographer Walter Isaacson, highlighting how the interviewer completely dodged Musk’s point about a fired Tesla factory worker who assaulted a colleague over a prayer rug before murdering three students in Austin. They also break down a contro...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 21, 2026

Drunk Indiana Candidate Threatens "We Have Guns Too" & Live WWII Grenades Found in Box

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert break down an unforgettable lineup of viral political meltdowns, violent diner brawls, and bizarre police blotters on "Torn From the Headlines." They open with classic footage of Gilbert Gottfried doing a dead-on impression of Jerry Seinfeld on Howard Stern, analyzing the neurotic drive of stand-up comedians. They then react to the internet sensation sweeping Indiana politics: Fayette County Council candidate Jamie West appearing on a televised can...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 20, 2026

RAILROADING NIXON? The Debate Over the DOJ's New Watergate Investigation

Was Richard Nixon's administration guilty as charged, or was the Watergate Special Prosecution Force the original blueprint for prosecutorial lawfare? Mark Groubert and Eric Hunley look at both sides of the historic scandal, joined first by documentary filmmaker Shane O'Sullivan (The Watergate Caper), followed by former Nixon defense counsel Geoff Shepard. Mark Groubert and Eric Hunley host an in-depth examination of the scandal that reshaped American politics. In the first segment, director Sha...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 16, 2026

Musk Unveils Flying Car + Ilhan Omar Passport Raid

Federal investigators take steps toward a deportation case against Rep. Ilhan Omar after seizing personal records and devices from her D.C. home. Plus, Elon Musk demonstrates a rocket-propelled flying Tesla Roadster, and Donald Trump confirms the Fort Hood shooter's execution will not be broadcast. Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert break down escalating federal legal actions surrounding Representative Ilhan Omar, where authorities confiscated travel documents and communication devices to examine nat...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 15, 2026

Seinfeld’s Secret Buddy Rich Rants & The Berkeley Lab Cadmium Poisoner [AUS Clips]

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert dive into an unforgettable mix of comedy history, shocking workplace crime, and bizarre national headlines on "Torn From the Headlines." They open with Jerry Seinfeld detailing how legendary bootleg tour bus recordings of jazz drummer Buddy Rich directly inspired iconic dialogue on Seinfeld, leading Mark to share his own memories of Rich's notoriously volatile personality and the infamous 1970s "Red Tapes" prank calls. The co-hosts then examine sho...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 13, 2026

Ilhan Omar D.C. Home Raided + Guilfoyle Forced Out

Federal agents raid the Washington home of Rep. Ilhan Omar amid an ongoing immigration records probe. Plus, the White House forces Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign her diplomatic post, and Moscow offers a massive diesel shipment to the U.S. Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert break down Homeland Security Investigations executing a morning search warrant at the D.C. home of Representative Ilhan Omar as part of an investigation into historical family immigration paperwork, along with Omar’s public warning t...

America's Untold StoriesOctober 12, 2026

The Fake Substitute Teacher Nightmare & Why Ozzy Osbourne Hated MTV [AUS Clips]

In this AUS Clip, Eric Hunley and Mark Groubert dive into an unforgettable mix of music history, shocking school security failures, and wild regional headlines on "Torn From the Headlines." The co-hosts open with classic trivia footage of Ozzy Osbourne being out-quizzed by a superfan about his own life, leading Mark to recount his personal friendship with Ozzy and explain why the metal icon harbored a lifelong hatred for MTV. They then tackle a bizarre case out of Milwaukee, where 23-year-old Am...