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Mark Groubert is an American freelance writer, editor, investigative journalist, and podcaster known for his wide-ranging career in media and entertainment. Born on May 16, 1955, in Brooklyn, New York, he has built a reputation as a versatile figure in journalism and pop culture. Groubert gained prominence as an investigative reporter and features writer for the LA Weekly, where he focused on topics like addiction, recovery, and the drug policy war. He’s also known for co-hosting the YouTube podcast America’s Untold Stories alongside Eric Hunley, where they dive into obscure or overlooked historical and cultural topics.

His career spans multiple fields: he’s written for publications like Penthouse, High Times, and LA City Beat, and served as editor of Weekly World News in 2002. Groubert has authored screenplays, including claims of contributing to The Recruit (2003) with Colin Farrell and Al Pacino, and collaborated with Oliver Stone on a miniseries about Lee Harvey Oswald. He’s also written books, such as Rehab Nation: Inside the Secret World of Celebrity Drug Rehabs, reflecting his deep dive into addiction-related topics. Earlier in his career, he edited National Lampoon Magazine from 1985 to 1989 and created MTV To Go Magazine for the MTV Network.

Groubert’s eclectic background includes stints as an actor, producer, and even a blues musician, alongside education at Bard College, The New School for Social Research, and NYU Film School. Based in Los Feliz, California, he’s often described as a “Forrest Gump of pop culture” for his knack for being involved in diverse, high-profile projects. Currently, he’s recognized for his commentary on historical events, like the JFK assassination, blending detailed research with a distinctive storytelling style.