In a recent episode of the Full Send Podcast, which aired on 31 July, Egyptian comedian Bassem Youssef confronted the Nelk Boys, which is a Canadian-American group of YouTubers known for their wild pranks. The hosts of the podcast, which include Kyle Forgeard, Stephen Deleonardis, Salim Sirur, Gabriel Poncio, Aaron Steinberg, Arthur Kulik, and Jordan Nwanne, about their controversial interview with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on 21 July. Youssef expressed his disappointment over the interview, which he described as lacking “depth and critical engagement.” The Nelk Boys, particularly founder Forgeard, admitted to being “just ignorant” about the complexities surrounding the ongoing conflict in Gaza. During the podcast, Forgeard reflected on the backlash and acknowledged the need for a more serious approach. “I wish we could have gone back… and grilled him 50,000, 100,000 times harder,” he voiced as he recognized the missed opportunity to address critical issues. Youssef was direct in his critique, pointing out that the Nelk Boys, 30-year-olds, are not exempt from accountability. “You need to stop infantilizing yourselves,” he stated. “You have to be aware of what’s happening in the world.” He asserted that their platform…
Bassem Youssef Challenges Nelk Boys on Netanyahu Interview
August 4, 2025
By Belal Nawar
Senior Journalist
